Clairvoyant Duterte hires Trump Biz Partner as trade envoy
...before Trump got elected.
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MANILA - President Rodrigo Duterte has designated as special envoy to Washington a real estate tycoon whose projects include US presidential candidate Donald Trump's eponymous tower in the Philippines, the foreign ministry said on Monday.
Foreign Affairs Secretary Perfecto Yasay confirmed to ABS-CBN News Century Properties Group Chairman and CEO Jose E.B. Antonio's appointment as special envoy for trade, investment and economic affairs.
Antonio will "enhance business ties and strengthen the economic affairs," between the Philippines and the US, the company said in a statement.
Century Properties is known for partnering with celebrities for its luxury developments. Aside from Trump Tower Manila, the company also built a condominium complex with a man-made beach designed by American socialite Paris Hilton.