Manila, March 12 -- The Slovenian government formally opened its embassy in the Philippines, its first ever mission established in the Southeast Asian region.

The embassy, located at the RCBC Plaza in Makati City, commenced initial operations on May 10, 2024, but consular services at that time were somewhat limited as the chancery was still under construction phase.

Visiting Slovenian Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Tanja Fajon led the official opening of the embassy in a ceremony on March 11.

She was joined by Foreign Affairs Undersecretary Maria Theresa Lazaro and Slovenian Ambassador to the Philippines Smiljana Knez.

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