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House commends Korean envoy for strengthening Philippines-Korea strategic ties

Published Aug 5, 2026 11:41 am

At A Glance

  • House adopts resolution commending outgoing Korean Ambassador Lee Sang-hwa for strengthening Philippines–South Korea relations.
  • Measure honors Lee's three-year tenure, marked by President Marcos' conferment of the Order of Sikatuna and the elevation of bilateral ties into a strategic partnership.
  • Resolution highlights expanded cooperation in security, agriculture, energy, trade, cultural exchanges, and regional challenges, affirming the historic alliance.
The House plenary hall (Ellson Quismorio/ MANILA BULLETIN)
The House plenary hall (Ellson Quismorio/ MANILA BULLETIN)


A measure commending outgoing Korean Ambassador Lee Sang-hwa for strengthening relations between the Philippines and South Korea has been adopted in the House of Representatives.
Adopted via simple voice vote (ayes vs. nayes) during plenary session Tuesday, Aug. 4 was House Resolution (HR) No. 1275.
It was filed by Speaker Isabela 6th district Rep. Faustino “Bojie” Dy III, Majority Leader Ilocos Norte 1st district Sandro Marcos, and Minority Leader 4Ps Party-list Rep. Marcelino "Nonoy" Libanan.
"President Ferdinand ‘Bongbong’ Marcos Jr. recognized Ambassador Lee’s distinguished service through the Order of Sikatuna, and under Speaker Bojie Dy, the House is adding the voice of the Filipino people to that expression of gratitude. His tenure helped move our partnership toward deeper cooperation in security, agriculture, energy and trade,” Rep. Marcos said.
HR No. 1275 honors Lee following the completion of his three-year tour of duty as ambassador to the Philippines on July 9, 2026.
The measure takes cognizance of President Marcos’ conferment on Lee of the Order of Sikatuna with the Rank of Datu, Grand Cross, Gold Distinction.
The Order of Sikatuna is the country’s diplomatic order of merit for individuals who have rendered exceptional service to the Philippines and strengthened friendship between nations.
The resolution recalls that the Philippines became the first Southeast Asian country to establish diplomatic relations with South Korea on March 3, 1949.
It also recognizes the shared sacrifices of Filipinos and Koreans during the Korean War in defense of freedom and democratic principles.
The measure credits Lee’s stewardship for the formal elevation of bilateral ties into a strategic partnership through the Joint Declaration signed on Oct. 7, 2024.
“Stronger relations with South Korea can help Filipino farmers gain better technology, support more reliable energy, generate investments and improve our country’s security capabilities. These are areas of cooperation that can create lasting benefits for ordinary families,” added the majority leader and presidential son.
The strategic partnership gave effect to 10 bilateral agreements covering defense procurement, agricultural modernization and nuclear energy infrastructure.
The resolution also recognizes expanded cooperation in security, trade, cultural exchanges and efforts to address regional and global challenges.
The House expressed support for President Marcos’ recognition of Lee and affirmed the value the Philippines places on its historic alliance and continuing partnership with South Korea.
Copies of the resolution will be transmitted to Lee and the Embassy of the Republic of Korea in Manila.

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