MANILA, Philippines – The Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) on Saturday said the Philippine government is one with the international community in rejoicing over the peaceful resolution to the political crisis in Egypt.

“We commend the Egyptian people for their abiding faith and perseverance in bringing about change and democratic reform in their county,” Foreign Affairs Secretary Alberto Romulo said in a press statement.

The DFA likened Egypt’s recent feat to EDSA decades ago and to similar peaceful uprising in other countries.

“The Egyptian people reaffirmed that change is more meaningful and long lasting when effected through peaceful means,” said Romulo.

He added, “Egypt has been a steadfast friend and partner of the Philippines, and as we commemorate this month the 25th anniversary of the EDSA People Power Revolution, we wish the Egyptian people success at this new dawn of freedom and democracy in their land”.

Reuters reported that Egypt's President Hosni Mubarak stepped down on February 11. His resignation ended his 30-year regime as president of Egypt.