13/06/2026
In celebration of the United Nations International Day for Women in Diplomacy, Asia Society Philippines, in partnership with Manila House and She Talks Asia, is pleased to host a special event entitled Women Bridging Diplomacy: The Evolving Role of Women in Foreign Service, together with the launch of Women in Diplomacy: The Remarkable Ambassadors in the Philippine Foreign Service Volume 2, edited by Ambassador Delia Domingo Albert.
The event will bring together women ambassadors currently stationed in the Philippines for a panel discussion on the evolving role of women in foreign service and diplomacy. The conversation will explore the opportunities and challenges facing women leaders in international affairs, as well as the ways in which diplomacy continues to benefit from diverse perspectives, inclusive leadership, and cross-cultural engagement.
SPEAKERS:
H.E. Marie Fontanel, Ambassador of the Embassy of France
H.E. Emma Hickey, Ambassador of the Embassy of Ireland
H.E. Asima Rabbani, Ambassador of the Embassy of Pakistan
H.E. Makawadee Sumitmor, Ambassador of the Royal Thai Embassy
H.E. Titanilla TĂłth, Ambassador of the Embassy of Hungary
KEYNOTE ADDRESS:
Ambassador Delia Domingo-Albert
Honorary Advisor to the Board, Asia Society Philippines
Editor of Women in Diplomacy: The Remarkable Ambassadors in the Philippine Foreign Service Volume 2
Light refreshments will be served.
REGISTRATION LINK: https://bit.ly/WomenBridgingDiplomacyJune24