Armenia–Philippines relations

Armenia-Philippines relations

Armenia
Philippines

The Armenia–Philippines relations refers to the bilateral relations between Armenia and the Philippines. Relations between the two countries have gradually improved since it was established on May 20, 1992.[1] Foreign Minister Eduard Nalbandyan visited the Philippines in 2012, making him the highest Armenian government official to ever visit the Philippines to date.[2] Armenian-Philippine relations were further strengthened upon the visit of Armenian non-resident ambassador Raisa Vardanyan to the Foreign Affairs Secretary Alberto F. del Rosario last March 19, 2015. The most recent diplomatic engagement involved commitment to increase trade, investment and educational and scientific cooperation between the two countries.[3]

Both countries currently have non-resident ambassadors. The Armenian ambassador is accredited to Manila from Hanoi while the Philippine ambassador is accredited to Yerevan from Moscow.[4]

Historically, Armenians played a significant role in commerce and trade in the Philippines. Jesuit priest Murillo Velarde noted that the Armenians along with other Orthodox Christians had presence in Manila as early as 1618. In 18th century, Armenians in Manila some of which came from Madras in India where a major Armenian community is present, facilitated trade between the Philippine islands and India.[5] Though not stated by the government itself, some Filipino politicians have expressed support for Armenia and the Republic of Artsakh against threats from Azerbaijan. The Philippines, Armenia, and Artsakh (Nagorno-Karabakh) have deep religious ties through Christianity.[6]

Trade and economic relations

Trade turnover (thous. US dollars)[4]

Year Exports Imports
2012 39.0 2275.8
2013 68.1 1861.7
2014 8.1 2032.5

The data in the chart above shows that the trade volume between Armenia and the Philippines from 2012 to 2014.

References

  1. ↑ Department of Foreign Affairs, Philippines (14 June 2014). "Secretary del Rosario receives Armenia envoy". Retrieved 13 June 2015.
  2. ↑ Reyes, F. (15 August 2012). "PH, Armenia sign agreements to expand bilateral relations". Inquirer. Retrieved 13 June 2015.
  3. ↑ "DFA chief, Armenian envoy push efforts to enhance ties of two countries". Interaksyon. 19 March 2015. Retrieved 13 June 2015.
  4. 1 2 Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Armenia (24 February 2015). "Bilateral relations: Philippines". Retrieved 13 June 2015.
  5. ↑ Athyal, Jesudas, ed. (2015). Religion in Southeast Asia: An Encyclopedia of Faiths and Cultures: An Encyclopedia of Faiths and Cultures. ABC-CLIO. p. 11. ISBN 1610692500. Retrieved 8 February 2016.
  6. ↑ Republic of Artsakh


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