Consul General Jamoralin and Philippine Senate Majority Leader Zubiri Discuss Diaspora Support and Indigenous Rights in Vancouver

Consul General Gina A. Jamoralin and Senator Juan Miguel F. Zubiri (Photo: Vancouver PCG)

VANCOUVER, 30 April 2026 – Consul General Gina A. Jamoralin met with Senate Majority Leader Juan Miguel F. Zubiri on 28 April 2026 at the Fairmont Vancouver Airport Hotel for a wide-ranging discussion on Philippine national interests and the evolving needs of the Filipino diaspora in Western Canada and the Territories.

Consul General Gina A. Jamoralin, second from right, hosts Philippine Senator Juan Miguel F. Zubiri, second from left, at a dinner at the Globe@YVR Restaurant, Fairmont Hotel - Vancouver Airport. With them are Consul Andre Peter C. Estanislao, Mr. Lord Paolo R. Kilakiga, Post’s Protocol Officer and Mr. Carlo Corro (from R, first, third and fourth, respectively) (Photo: Vancouver PCG)

Senator Zubiri underscored his commitment to advocating for Filipinos across Canada, with a particular focus on those in remote areas. He expressed his intent to champion the necessary legislative and budgetary support to bolster consular services while ensuring that the contributions of the Filipino diaspora are given the formal historical recognition they deserve.

For her part, Consul General Jamoralin briefed the Senator on the Consulate's key initiatives, emphasizing the safeguarding of Philippine interests and the welfare of overseas Filipinos, alongside economic trade missions and cultural heritage projects.

Consul General Gina A. Jamoralin and Senator Juan Miguel F. Zubiri with Philippine Airlines Vancouver Station Manager Ana Mendoza (Photo: Vancouver PCG)

“I wish to thank Senator Zubiri for his valuable time and his unwavering dedication to our kababayans," said Consul General Jamoralin. "Post is equally committed to continuing this partnership with Senator Zubiri and other government officials to ensure that Philippine national interests are always upheld and protected. The synergy between our legislative leaders and our Foreign Service Posts is essential in asserting our national interests and ensuring every Filipino remains connected to our heritage and protected by our sovereign mandate." END