Ambassador Kira Azucena participated in the ceremonies marking the 50th Niue Constitution Day on 19 October 2024 in Alofi, Niue, as the Representative of President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.

During the occasion, Ambassador Azucena conveyed President Marcos greetings to the Niue Prime Minister Dalton Emani Makamau Tagelagi, and reiterated the Philippines commitment to advance bilateral relations, which were formally established in 2022.

In addition to the Philippines, the other countries that sent representatives to participate in the celebration were Australia, China, the Cook Islands, Fiji, France, Japan, New Zealand, Switzerland, Tokelau and the United States. At the sidelines, Ambassador Azucena met with New Governor General Cindy Kiro, Fiji President Ratu Wiliame Katonivere, Cook Islands Prime Minister Mark Brown and members of Niue's Cabinet.

Called "The Rock of the Pacific, Nive is a small island nation in the Pacific with a population of 1,820. It hosts a 50-strong Filipino community that supports the country's telecom services, their schools and many businesses.

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