Philippines reaffirms commitment to strengthen international counterterrorism efforts

MANILA, Philippines — The Philippines has reaffirmed its commitment to strengthen international counterterrorism efforts.

Philippine Ambassador to Nigeria Mersole Mellejor, who represented the country at the High-Level African Counterterrorism Meeting held last week in Abuja, Nigeria, highlighted the Philippines’ support for the United Nations Joint Appeal for Counterterrorism in Africa, recognizing it as a crucial instrument in addressing complex and emerging threats strategically, innovatively and jointly through multi-partner initiatives.

The meeting, organized by the Nigerian government and the United Nations Office of Counterterrorism, with support from countries such as the Philippines, focused on bolstering collaboration between international partners and African member-states impacted by terrorism.

During the meeting, the Philippines reaffirmed its dedication to enhancing multilateral cooperation in the fight against terrorism in all its complexity.