In her speech at Theordore Buttenbruch Hall, the Ambassador traced the colonial experience of Mexico and the Philippines, reminding the audience that globalization began with the Galleon Trade that was carried out for two centuries by the two former colonies of Spain.
Ambassador Campos
Moving beyond the past, Ambassador Campos also delved on the issues of migration and migrant workers that confront both countries today. She expressed her agreement to growing concerns of how to ensure that migrant workers are protected abroad. At the same time, she also hoped that both the Philippines and Mexico would be able to develop further so that the local labor force would stay rather than leave for opportunities abroad.
The ambassador, flanked by Fr. Teodoro Gapuz, SVD (right) and Consul Louis G. Ugarte, stand at attention as the Pambansang Awit is sung.
The ambassador, who was met by Fr. Teodoro Gapuz, SVD, the vice-president for academic affairs, also gave the audience a briefing about Mexico, its tourist sites, and opportunities for graduate studies, among others.
Joining Fr. Gapuz during the lecture at Buttenbruch Hall were Dr. Elizabeth Remedio, dean of the College of Arts and Sciences and the chairs of the various departments of the college. Mr. Louis Ugarte, the honorary consul of Mexico in Cebu, also joined the ambassador during her brief visit.
Author: J. Eleazar R. Bersales with Zona Saniel-Amper
04 / September / 2007
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