10 Facts About Manuel Collantes

Manuel G Collantes was a Filipino diplomat who served as the country's acting Minister of Foreign Affairs in 1984.

Manuel Collantes received his law degree from Far Eastern University in 1940, and passed the bar exam later that same year.

Manuel Collantes began his career by working as an assistant attorney at the Claro M Recto law office for a short period.

Manuel Collantes taught diplomacy and international law, as well as parliamentary practice at Far Eastern University.

Manuel Collantes held a variety of positions with the Department of Foreign Affairs during his career as a diplomat.

Manuel Collantes was appointed acting Minister for Foreign Affairs for a short period in 1984 during the government of President Ferdinand Marcos.

Manuel Collantes served as the director of United Pulp and Paper Company, Inc until his death in 2009.

Manuel Collantes died of cardiopulmonary arrest on May 28,2009, at the age of 91.

Manuel Collantes's body lay in state at their family home in Forbes Park, Makati.

Manuel Collantes was buried at the Madrigal Mausoleum in Ayala Alabang, Muntinlupa, following a funeral mass.