However, Hong Kong enjoys significant autonomy in other aspects and is eligible to establish relations with sovereign states in a broad range of "appropriate fields".

The Philippines has a Consulate General in Hong Kong, as part of the country's series of diplomatic missions on Chinese soil.

The first Filipino diplomatic mission in Hong Kong was set up as a consulate in March 1947, then received elevation as a consulate-general in 1958.

[1] Relations between the two entities soured following the aftermath of the mismanaged 2010 Manila hostage crisis, which claimed Hong Konger lives.

Manila Mayor Joseph Estrada and his delegate flew to Hong Kong on April 22 to aid in settling the issue.