New Zealand Ambassador to the Philippines, Dr. Catherine McIntosh, embarked on a meaningful five-day visit to Mindanao from January 13 to 17, focusing on education, innovation, and sustainable development.
Accompanied by New Zealand International Development Cooperation Manager Dyan Mabunga Rodriguez, the visit deepened bilateral ties and promoted the Manaaki New Zealand Scholarship Program .Strengthening development partnershipsThe visit began in Davao City, where Ambassador McIntosh paid a courtesy call to the Mindanao Development Authority .
Making four stops at the University of Southeastern Philippines ; the University of the Philippines Mindanao ; Bukidnon State University ; and Central Mindanao University , Ambassador McIntosh promoted the forthcoming cycle of the MNZSP.
Zealand Ambassador Deepens Partnerships In Mindanao
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