Senator Win Gatchalian (2nd row, 1st from right) poses with colleagues led by Senate President Juan Miguel “Migz” F. Zubiri (2nd row, 3rd from right) and Norwegian Ambassador Christian Halaas Lyster after the Senate adopted Resolution No. 852, recognizing the enduring friendship and cooperation between the Philippines and the Kingdom of Norway, and commemorating the 75th anniversary of their diplomatic relations on December 6, 2023.
Gatchalian, sponsor of the resolution, said around 25, 000 Filipinos are currently employed on Norwegian ships, which accounts for one-third of the total number of seafarers on Norwegian-controlled vessels.
In addition, he noted the Norwegian Shipowners Association, through the Norwegian Training Center, has provided scholarships to more than 7,000 Filipino cadets over the past 33 years.
“Norway has been a true friend and ally of the Philippines in our quest for a just and lasting peace in our land. As we mark the 75th anniversary of our diplomatic relations this year, let us express our gratitude and appreciation to the Norwegian Government and their people for their invaluable contribution to the peace process and the development of our country,” Gatchalian said.
Also in photo are Senate Majority Leader Joel Villanueva; and Senators Jinggoy Ejercito Estrada, Ramon Bong Revilla Jr., Nancy Binay, Joseph Victor “JV” Ejercito, Raffy Tulfo, Ronald “Bato” Dela Rosa, Francis “Tol” Tulfo, Risa Hontiveros, Robinhood Padilla, Grace Poe, and Christopher Lawrence “Bong” Go. All senators were made co-authors of the resolution. (Bibo Nueva España/Senate PRIB)
