The life of a Foreign Service Officer is colorful.

Yes, it’s demanding. Yes, it expects a lot from you.

But if you’re ready to face challenges, are enthusiastic in embracing life as a diplomat, and has the heart to serve, then it will be a fulfilling career.

I want to share with you some photos showing different aspects and experiences of an FSO. This is not a perfectly curated set. I simply wantto share these moments, which offer glimpses of my FSO career, from the time I joined the Philippine Embassy landing team in Fiji in December 2026 to establish the new Embassy, until August 2026.

Exchanging pleasantries and views with the Pacific Islands Forum Chair and Prime Minister of Solomon Islands Hon. Matthew Wale during his visit to Fiji. (June 2026)

Presenting an award at the Vodaphone gym in a basketball game of the Filipino community in Fiji (March 2026)

Bringing together Filipino vendors at the ROC Market bazaar for the food month celebration (April 2026)

Picking litter at the beach during an environmental cleanup activity, leading to the celebrations of Philippine Independence Day (June 2026)

Meeting the Foreign Minister of Fiji, Hon. Sakiasi R. Ditoka, MP (May 2026)

Attending the book launch of “Climate Change in Pasifika Relational Perspectives” and posing like the author 😀 (April 2026)

Meeting and greeting the President of Fiji, H.E. Ratu Naiqama Tawakecolati Lalabalavu during the Philippine Ambassador’s presentation of his credentials (February 2026)

Hosting our first Diplomatic Reception in celebration of the Philippine National Day (June 2026)

Delivering a speech during our Filipino Community gathering (June 2026)

Attending the Opening Night of the 5th European FilmFest 2026 at Damodar Cinema; Guess what’s the reason for my big smile — I got a free popcorn stub! (July 2026)

Conducting a consular outreach in Nadi; The team left Suva at 4am on a weekend to reach Nadi early! (August 2026)

Collaborating with Sheraton Nadi and attending an ASEAN event in Denarau, in celebration of the 59th Anniversary of ASEAN (August 2026)

Happy viewing!