JOINT COMMUNIQUÉ ON THE ESTABLISHMENT OF DIPLOMATIC RELATIONS BETWEEN THE REPUBLIC OF THE PHILIPPINES AND ICELAND
willingness to develop fraternal ties of friendship and cooperation in
the political, economic, humanitarian and other fields, have decided to
establish diplomatic relations as of the date of the signing of this
Joint Communiqué.
The two countries agreed to establish their diplomatic relations in
accordance with the Vienna Convention of 18 April 1961 on Diplomatic
Relations and relevant principles and norms of the United Nations
Charter and International Law .
The Republic of the Philippines and Iceland are fully convinced that
the establishment of diplomatic relations corresponds to the interests
of the two States and will further strengthen international peace and
security.
In witness whereof, the undersigned representatives, duly
authorized by their respective governments, have signed this Joint
Communique in two originals, in the English language , all texts being
equally authentic
Done in New York, on 24 February 1999.
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For the Republic of the Philippines:
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For Iceland:
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(Sgd.)
Felipe Mabilangan Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary Permanent Representative to the United Nations |
(Sgd.)
Thorsteinn Ingólfsson Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary Permanent Representative to the United Nations |
Entry into Force: February 24, 1999