Angelica Escalona, a seasoned career diplomat, has been appointed as the new spokesperson for the Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA), replacing Ma. Teresita Daza.
She was introduced by Foreign Affairs Secretary Ma. Theresa Lazaro on August 1 during a press briefing.
Escalona has held various important roles within the DFA, including Executive Director of the Office of Consular Affairs and Director for ASEAN, European, Asian, and American Affairs.
Her overseas postings include serving as Consul General in Toronto, Canada, as well as assignments in Indonesia, Japan, and the United States.
She holds advanced degrees in Foreign Affairs and International Relations and has received several prestigious awards for her diplomatic service.
Source: PhilNews24 | August 2, 2025
DFA APPOINTS FORMER CONSUL GENERAL ANGELICA ESCALONA AS NEW SPOKESPERSON
Latest from News
Lanao del Sur Rep. Zia Alonto Adiong said acknowledgment receipts supporting Vice President Sara Duterte’s confidential
The Land Transportation Office (LTO) has ordered all offices to stop using the Stradcom IT system
The Land Transportation Franchising and Regulatory Board (LTFRB) will provide monthly financial assistance of ₱20,000 to
Sen. Panfilo “Ping” Lacson said the Senate may formalize a “no-work, no-pay” rule for members who
MMDA Special Operations Group–Strike Force Chief Gabriel Go called for road improvements and stricter action against