Marcos expresses gratitude to outgoing British envoy
'Thank you, Ambassador Laure Beaufils, for your excellent work and friendship to the Filipino people,' Marcos said in his social media post.
'As we prepare to mark 80 years of PH-UK diplomatic relations, we are grateful for your efforts in strengthening our cooperation on defense, trade, education, and regional peace,' he added.
Earlier today, Marcos met with Beaufils during a farewell call at Malacañang. — Mariel Celine Serquiña/BAP, GMA Integrated News
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