China News Service, April 19. According to the website of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Foreign Ministry spokesperson Wang Wenbin answered a reporter's question on the death of Philippine Ambassador to China Romana on the 19th.
Wang Wenbin said that China is deeply saddened by the unfortunate death of Ambassador Romana.
Wang Wenbin said that Ambassador Romana is a well-known "China Hand" in the Philippines. He has worked and lived in China for a long time. He is an old friend and a good friend of ours.
After serving as ambassador to China in 2017, he worked diligently and made important contributions to the development of bilateral relations and the friendship between the Chinese and Philippine peoples.
China expresses deep condolences and regrets for his passing, and sincere sympathy and condolences to his relatives.
The Chinese side will handle the follow-up matters with the relatives of the ambassador and the Philippine Embassy in China and provide convenience as much as possible.
Screenshot of the website of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs