To be familiarized with global forums of exchange and understanding of the state’s relationships, 23 Senior High Students visited the Embassy of the Republic of Panama in the Philippines.

The delegation was warmly received by Chargé d’Affaires Xiomara Perez and Consular Affairs Head Fabio Hidalgo.

The courtesy call allowed the participants to understand the historical heritage and economic situations of the country as well as its political presence and bilateral relationship with the Philippines.

Student Aaron Joshua Go shared how active dialogues followed by peaceful engagements are the values of conflict-free discussions among other nations. “This goes to show that diplomats will always spread their love for their respective countries, wherever they are, and inspire others to do the same – all for the prolongment of peace,” fellow attendee Gabriel Angelo Aung Hein said.

“It made me recognize the importance of representation in each country since they are the avenue for protection and legal actions that will help their citizens whenever they are in the world,” Go continued.

The tour inspired learners such as Divine Cascia Jawid and Raisa Serene Romero to pursue a career in diplomacy and international relations. Chiara Alessandra Estrella, who also aspires to be an international affairs student, imparted how she personally treasured the lessons shared by Chargé d’Affaires Perez on being a woman in a male-dominated field.

The Embassy Hopping is part of the General Academic Strand (GAS) of the Benilde Senior High School curriculum prior to onboarding the Work Immersion Program. The next batch of students will conduct oculars to the other embassies in Manila.

The visit is part of the Embassy Hopping Culminating Activity, a learning exposure for pupils under the GAS strand to widen their perspectives on finding solutions to political, economic and social issues.

To learn more about Benilde SHS, visit https://www.benilde.edu.ph/senior-high-school/.