Ambassador Marie Claire Mukasine has presented her credentials to Philippine President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr., officially assuming her role as Rwanda’s envoy to the country. She will serve from her residence in Tokyo, Japan. The ceremony took place on March 19, 2025, at the presidential office in Manila. In addition to the Philippines, Amb. Mukasine oversees Rwanda’s interests in Japan, Malaysia, and Thailand. During the event, she conveyed greetings from Rwandan President Paul Kagame and extended best wishes to President Marcos Jr. She reaffirmed her commitment to strengthening bilateral

Ambassador Marie Claire Mukasine has presented her credentials to Philippine President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr., officially assuming her role as Rwanda’s envoy to the country. She will serve from her residence in Tokyo, Japan. The ceremony took place on March 19, 2025, at the presidential office in Manila. In addition to the Philippines, Amb. Mukasine oversees Rwanda’s interests in Japan, Malaysia, and Thailand. During the event, she conveyed greetings from Rwandan President Paul Kagame and extended best wishes to President Marcos Jr. She reaffirmed her commitment to strengthening bilateral ties and enhancing cooperation in trade, diplomacy, and other sectors. President Marcos Jr. welcomed Amb. Mukasine and assured her of his full support. He expressed gratitude to President Kagame and the Rwandan people for their continued friendship and reaffirmed his commitment to deepening diplomatic relations. Rwanda and the Philippines share strong diplomatic ties. In 2018, the Philippine government granted Rwandan visitors visa-free entry for up to 90 days, with a reciprocal arrangement for Philippine citizens traveling to Rwanda. In 2019, the two countries signed an aviation agreement, further boosting collaboration in trade, education, and healthcare.

While in the Philippines, Amb. Mukasine met with the local Rwandan community, primarily composed of students. She engaged in discussions about their experiences and provided updates on Rwanda’s development, encouraging them to contribute to the country’s progress. Rwandan students in the Philippines continue to grow in number, pursuing studies in fields such as healthcare, engineering, and technology across various universities.

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