November 22, 2019 – City Vice Mayor Jose Antonio Veloso and the Members of the Fourteenth Sangguniang Panlungsod Members of Tagbilaran received H.E. Dr. József Bencze, Hungarian Ambassador to the Philippines, and Deputy Chief of Mission, Mr. David Ambrus. During the courtesy call, both sides expressed intent to foster cultural exchanges, and forge cooperation, particularly in the areas of environment, tourism and road infrastructure. H.E. József Bencze committed to facilitate sister city linkages between Tagbilaran and other cities in Hungary. He also indicated willingness to support the city in pursuing development projects.