Tag: Bilateral Relations

  • Philippine DFA: No Final Call Yet on Kuwait Worker Deployment Ban

    The Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) in the Philippines has made it clear that no final decision has been reached regarding a proposed ban on sending Filipino workers to Kuwait. This clarification came from Foreign Affairs Undersecretary Eduardo Jose De Vega, who addressed the issue after Kuwaiti media reported that the ban was already in…

  • Philippines and Finland Forge Stronger Ties in Ethical Labor Mobility

    On January 16, 2025, the Department of Migrant Workers (DMW) and Finland’s Ministry of Economic Affairs and Employment (MEAE) solidified their commitment to ethical labor practices by signing a Joint Declaration of Intent (JDI) at the DMW’s main office in Mandaluyong City. The ceremony, attended by DMW Secretary Hans Leo Cacdac and Finland’s Minister Arto…

  • Japanese Foreign Minister to Visit Philippines, Strengthening Strategic Ties

    Japanese Foreign Minister Iwaya Takeshi will travel to the Philippines next week to solidify Japan’s dedication to its ‘strengthened strategic partnership’ with the nation, according to the Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA). The visit, scheduled for January 14 to 15, will include a bilateral meeting with Foreign Affairs Secretary Enrique Manalo. The agenda for the…

  • Philippine Embassy Celebrates UAE’s Pardon of 220 Filipinos as a Sign of Strengthening Ties

    The Philippine government has hailed the United Arab Emirates’ decision to grant royal clemency to 220 Filipinos, viewing it as a clear indicator of the deepening relationship between the two countries. The announcement came from the Philippine Embassy in the UAE and the Philippine Consulate General in Dubai, who highlighted the gesture as occurring during…