Studies in the Philippines, Switzerland, Austria, Germany and at the JFK School of Government, among others. Career diplomat. Former Minister of Foreign Affairs, Philippines. 2004, Chairman, UN Security Council; highlighted the contribution of women in the consideration of her chosen agenda, The Role of Civil Society in Post-Conflict Peacebuilding. Continues to work for a gender-fair society by leading various women's organizations and participating actively in international conversations on issues that relate to the economic advancement of women. Senior Adviser, SyCip Gorres Valayo & Co.