As a continuation of the ASEAN - Guest Lecture Series of the IMC Export Department which are organized by, the Head of the Chair for International, Legal and Global Political Studies, Prof. Dr. Anis Bajrektarevic. We had the pleasure today to listen to the eloquent presentation of H.E. Ms. Linglingay F. LACANLALE, Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Republic of the Philippines to the Federal Republic of Austria, Permanent Representative to the United Nations and Other International Organizations in Vienna.
After a very warm welcome and a brief introduction given by the Chairman Bajrektarevic, Excellency LACANLALE accompanied by First Secretary Ms. Mariel Algabre and Attaché Mr. Raul Macapinlac opened her very friendly and comprehensive speech with an overview of the Philippines and their history which was very much influenced by the two regimes (Spanish and Americans). Furthermore Excellency LACANLALE talked about the Philippine economic performance which is highly dependent on the remittances of overseas Filipinos who send their salary back home and therefore contribute to the economic growth. The Ambassador was very friendly and the whole speech was unique. The complete event was accompanied by a very enjoyable, as well as relaxed, atmosphere.
After her the speech the time was given for a tour-de-table discussion. H.E. Linglingay F. LACANLALE comprehensively and kindly answered all the questions about the asked topics such as the economic development of the Philippines, the political instability, Organized crime and Terrorism but also about the bilateral relations between Austria and the Philippines. As usual many more interesting and challenging questions could have been raised during the discussion session.
After the official part of the event, H.E. Linglingay F. LACANLALE and Ms Algabre and Mr Macapinlac were warmly invited for a small cocktail which was an opportunity to continue the talks in less formal setting of the IMC PIA.
Summing up after the visit to Krems, Ambassador LACANLALE, First Secretary Ms Algabre and Attaché Mr Macapinlac stated that they were impressed by our university and that they would love to broaden the relation between the IMC and the Philippines either concerning Exchange semester possibilities or Practical training possibilities.
The 72nd event organized by the Chair for International Law and Global Political Studies was another great and successful opportunity for the students of the IMC to get to know outstanding personalities. We are very thankful that we got the chance to listen to such a great personality like Excellency Linglingay F. LACANLALE.
Photo: H. Maglock & Andrea K.
Text: Martina H.
The presentation of H.E. Ms. Linglingay F. Lacanlale can be found here.
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