Philippine Consul General Maria Theresa S.M. Lazaro (rightmost) calls on the Andorran Ministry of Affairs-Department of Bilateral and Consular Affairs Director Andreu Jordi (left most) in Andorra la Vella on 20 October 2023. Joining Director Jordi are Third Secretaries Jordi Canut (second from left) and Laura Mora (second from right)
ANDORRA, 25 October 2023 – The Philippine Consulate General in Barcelona met with the Andorran Ministry Foreign Affairs, as well as with the Andorran Immigration Office, on 20 October 2023 in Andorra la Vella, and discussed the growing interests of Filipinos in Andorra.
Philippine Consul General to Barcelona Maria Theresa S.M. Lazaro held separate meetings with the Principality of Andorra’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs-Department of Bilateral and Consular Affairs Director Andreu Jordi, and Andorran Immigration Director Mr. Jesus Guardiet, to primarily explore areas of mutual interest, particularly in trade and cultural diplomacy promotion, consular services support, among others.
“The Filipinos comprise the largest Asian community in Andorra and we would like to see more people-to-people exchanges, fostering mutual understanding and friendship between our countries. We are also excited to hold events involving the Filipino community in Andorra,” said Consul General Lazaro.
There are approximately 1,100 Filipinos in Andorra, including Filipino seasonal/temporary workers.
Director Jordi said that Filipinos in Andorra are well regarded, known for their strong work ethic that contributes to the Andorran tourism and hospitality sectors. “The growing number of Filipino restaurants in the Principality stands as a testament to the Filipinos’ flourishing influence in this country”, added Dir. Jordi.
The Philippines and Andorra will be celebrating their 25th Anniversary of Diplomatic Relations in 2025, and both sides have agreed on collaborating on cultural activities for the occasion. END
Philippine Consul General Maria Theresa S.M. Lazaro (second from right) with Vice Consul Lee Gano (rightmost) meets with the Andorran Immigration Director Mr. Jesus Gonzales Guardiet (rightmost), discussing the matters for the promotion of the interests of the growing number of Filipinos in Andorra. Andorran MFA Third Secretary Jordi Canut (second from left) joins the meeting in Andorra on 20 October 2023.
Philippine Consul General Maria Theresa S.M. Lazaro (middle) with Vice Consul Lee Gano (leftmost) explored with the Andorran Ministry of Affairs-Department of Bilateral and Consular Affairs Director Andreu Jordi (left most) in Andorra la Vella on 20 October 2023 areas of mutual interest, particularly people-to-people exchange, cultural diplomacy, and consular concerns. Joining Director Jordi are Third Secretaries Jordi Canut (rightmost) and Laura Mora (second from right).