In a significant move to bolster their fight against misinformation, the Philippines and the United Kingdom have decided to deepen their collaboration on strategic communications. This decision was reached during a meeting between Cesar Chavez, the Acting Secretary of the Presidential Communications Office (PCO) of the Philippines, and Laure Beaufils, the UK Ambassador to the Philippines, held at Chavez’s office.
The PCO announced the meeting’s outcomes on their official Facebook page on January 24, 2025, highlighting the commitment to enhance cooperation in strategic communications and the campaign against misinformation. Chavez shared insights into the Philippines’ initiatives aimed at improving public communication and showed keen interest in adopting the UK’s Grid Framework, a best practice in strategic communication.
Additionally, Chavez acknowledged the UK’s support in the West Philippine Sea, particularly through the WPS Campaign Branding initiative. This initiative is designed to heighten public awareness regarding maritime security and the protection of resources in the region.
The diplomatic ties between the Philippines and the UK, established on July 4, 1946, continue to strengthen through such collaborative efforts.