'The Philippines is a strategic partner for Sweden, because of its economic growth prospects and its commitment to the rule of law. We support the Philippine Development Plan with the vision to improve the country's economy and provide jobs to Filipinos,' said Swedish Ambassador Annika Thunborg.Swedish Defense Minister Pål Jonson, Swedish Ambassador Annika Thunborg and Secretary of National Defense of the Philippines Gilberto Teodoro Jr.
This is attested by the visits of our Minister of Trade Johan Forssell last year, the visit of State Secretary for Foreign Affairs Jan Knutsson and leading Swedish industrialist and banker Marcus Wallenberg earlier this year, and now with the Swedish Defense Minister Pål Jonson,' mentioned Ambassador Thunborg.At the event, representatives of the Swedish government highlighted the need to address common challenges such as the climate, economic security, and geopolitical tensions.