Brazil highlights the strong connection with Philippines at the 202nd National Day Celebration

Brazil’s Ambassador to the Philippines His Excellency Gilberto Fonseca Guimarães de Moura marks the 202nd anniversary of Brazil’s political emancipation in a National Day Celebration last September 2 held at Uma Nota, a Brazillian-Japanese restaurant in Shangri-La The Fort.
The Brazilian envoy said the connection between Brazil and the Philippines can be traced back to history. He said that between 1580 and 1640, both Portugal and Spain were ruled by King Philip II, resulting in Brazil and the Philippines sharing culture, religious traditions, and values.
“Together, we are celebrating the 202nd anniversary of Brazil’s political emancipation, declared by Prince Peter (Dom Pedro), later crowned Emperor. This commemoration comes soon after I had the privilege of receiving in Manila the Brazilian Minister of Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Mauro Vieira,” the ambassador said.
“His official visit to the Philippines was the first by a Brazilian Foreign Minister in almost eight decades of diplomatic relations. This historical event underscores a simple fact: nothing can hinder the strong and enduring friendship between our two nations and the immense potential yet to be realized in our relationship,” he added.
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