Philippine Ambassador to Brunei Darussalam Christopher B. Montero presents his credentials to His Majesty Sultan Haji Hassanal Bolkiah Mu’izzaddin Waddaulah, Sultan and Yang Di-Pertuan of Brunei Darussalam at the Istana Nurul Iman in Bandar Seri Begawan.
Bandar Seri Begawan – Philippine Ambassador to Brunei Darussalam Christopher B. Montero presented his credentials to His Majesty Sultan Haji Hassanal Bolkiah Mu’izzaddin Waddaulah, Sultan and Yang Di-Pertuan of Brunei Darussalam, at the Istana Nurul Iman on 18 September 2019.
His Majesty the Sultan congratulated Ambassador Montero on his appointment as Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary to Brunei Darussalam, and cited the existing close and strong relations between the Philippines and Brunei Darussalam.
Ambassador Montero underlined his commitment to work towards elevating bilateral relations to a higher plane, and took the opportunity to convey the Philippine Government’s deep appreciation for the vital role Brunei Darussalam has played, and continues to play, in moving forward the Mindanao Peace Process, particularly its active participation in the International Monitoring Team (IMT) and the Independent Decommissioning Body (IDB). He expressed the hope that Brunei Darussalam stays closely engaged in its successful implementation in order to fulfill the attainment of just and lasting peace in Mindanao.
His Majesty the Sultan cited the growing number of the Filipino community in the Sultanate and conveyed his appreciation for their valuable contributions in all sectors of Bruneian society.
Ambassador Montero conveyed the Philippine Government’s gratitude for the warm hospitality and generous assistance of Brunei Darussalam to the more than 21,000 Filipinos who consider Brunei as their second home. He noted the important role that Filipinos play in the country’s economic progress, while at the same time serving as bridges of friendship and understanding between our two peoples.
Ambassador Montero likewise was granted an audience with His Royal Highness Crown Prince and Senior Minister at the Prime Minister’s Office, His Royal Highness Prince Haji Al-Muhtadee Billah ibni His Majesty Sultan Haji Hassanal Bolkiah Mu’izzaddin Waddaulah, Sultan and Yang Di-Pertuan of Brunei Darussalam, where they both affirmed the mutual desire of both countries to strengthen goodwill and cooperation.
Ambassador Montero is the tenth Philippine Ambassador to serve in Brunei Darussalam since the establishment of diplomatic relations on 01 January 2984. Prior to his foreign assignment in Brunei, he was Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary to the Kingdom of Cambodia. END
Ambassador Montero (4th from left), together with officials of the Philippine Embassy, during the audience with His Majesty Sultan Haji Hassanal Bolkiah Mu’izzaddin Waddaulah, Sultan and Yang Di-Pertuan of Brunei Darussalam at the Istana Nurul Iman in Bandar Seri Begawan.
Left photo: Ambassador Montero (right) shares a light moment Brunei’s Second Minister of Foreign Affairs, Dato Seri Paduka Awang Haji Erywan bin Pehin Datu Pekerma Jaya Haji Mohd. Yusof. Right photo: Ambassador Montero (2nd from right) with Brunei’s Second Minister of Foreign Affairs, Dato Seri Paduka Awang Haji Erywan bin Pehin Datu Pekerma Jaya Haji Mohd (4th from right), with other Heads of Mission who presented their credentials during the ceremony. 
Ambassador Montero (foreground) conveys his appreciation to the officers and staff of the Philippine Embassy after the presentation of his credentials.
Ambassador Christopher B. Montero (center), with Philippine Defense Attaché Colonel Jose Ricky Laniog (PA), during the audience with His Royal Highness Crown Prince and Senior Minister at the Prime Minister’s Office, Prince Haji Al-Muhtadee Billah ibni His Majesty Sultan Haji Hassanal Bolkiah Mu’izzaddin Waddaulah, Sultan and Yang Di-Pertuan of Brunei Darussalam (right). 