07 May 2026 – Philippine Ambassador to Brazil, Patrick John U. Hilado presented his Letters of Credence to the President of the Federative Republic of Brazil, H.E. Luiz Inácio “Lula” da Silva, on 06 May 2026. The solemn ceremonies were held at the Palácio do Planalto in Brasilia.

Following the presentation of his credentials, Ambassador Hilado met with President da Silva to convey the warm greetings of President Ferdinand R. Marcos, Jr. and the Filipino people. During their meeting, President da Silva and the Ambassador noted the excellent state of diplomatic relations between Brazil and the Philippines, which is now in its 80th year, and discussed ways to further strengthen ties, while also highlighting Brazil's growing engagement with ASEAN. They expressed a shared commitment to further expand the volume of trade and investment between the two countries and promote greater collaboration in important areas including in food and agriculture, as well as in renewable energy and biofuels.

Also present during the ceremony and meeting were H.E. Mauro Vieira, Minister of Foreign Affairs of Brazil and Mr. Celso Amorim, Head of the Special Advisory Office of the Presidency of Brazil. Ambassador Hilado was accompanied by Embassy officials - Mr. Joselito Chad N. Jacinto, Minister and Consul General and Ms. Bien Janine B. Alfaro, Third Secretary and Vice Consul.