JOINT COMMUNIQUÉ ON THE ESTABLISHMENT OF DIPLOMATIC RELATIONS BETWEEN THE REPUBLIC OF THE PHILIPPINES AND NIUE

The Government of the Republic of the Philippines and the Government of Niue, keeping in mind the best interest of their peoples, have decided to establish diplomatic relations as of the date of signing of this Joint Communiqué.

The two Governments have agreed to develop friendly relations and cooperation on the basis of the principles of mutual respect for sovereignty and territorial integrity, non-aggression, non-interference in each other’s internal affairs, equality and mutual benefit, and a peaceful coexistence.

The Government of the Republic of the Philippines recognises the special position of Niue in the Realm of New Zealand as a State in free association with the State of New Zealand. The Government of the Republic of the Philippines further supports the Government of Niue in its aspirations to protect, retain and develop the culture of Niue and to participate to the greatest possible extent in international and regional activities.

The Government of the Republic of the Philippines and the Government of Niue have agreed to exchange representatives as soon as practicable, and to provide the necessary assistance for the performance by the other’s representatives of their functions in accordance with international practice and on the basis of principles of reciprocity, equality and mutual benefit.

Done in Manila, Philippines on 27^nd of September 2022 in two original copies in the English language.

 

For the Government of the Republic of the Philippines:	For the Government of Niue:
Sgd.   FERDINAND R. MARCOS JR.   President of the Republic of the Philippines	Sgd.   DALTON EMANI MAKAMAU TAGELAGI   Premier of Niue

Entry into Force: September 27, 2022