Tag: Diplomacy
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Philippine President Marcos Jr. to Host Cambodian PM Hun Manet for Bilateral Talks
Philippine President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. is set to engage in discussions with Cambodian Prime Minister Samdech Moha Borvor Thipadei Hun Manet on February 11, aiming to strengthen the diplomatic and economic relations between the Philippines and Cambodia. The meeting, scheduled at Malacañan Palace, coincides with Hun Manet’s inaugural official visit to the Philippines from…
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President Marcos Jr. Honors Thai Ambassador for Enhancing Philippines-Thailand Relations
In a heartfelt farewell meeting at Malacañang on February 5, 2025, President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. expressed his gratitude to the outgoing Thai Ambassador to the Philippines, Tull Traisorat, for his significant contributions to the strengthening of ties between the two nations. Marcos acknowledged the ambassador’s efforts in fostering closer relations, stating, “I’d like to…
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Philippine Defense Secretary Optimistic About Unchanged US Ties Under New Administration
Philippine Defense Secretary Gilberto Teodoro Jr. expressed confidence that the defense relationship between the Philippines and the United States will remain steady during the second term of President Donald J. Trump. Speaking at the Waitangi Day Reception in Makati City, Teodoro dismissed concerns about the US pausing foreign assistance, stating it was merely a routine…
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Commission on Appointments Confirms 36 AFP Officers and 19 DFA Officials
In a significant move, the Commission on Appointments (CA) in Manila has given the green light to the ad interim appointments of 36 senior officers from the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) and 19 officials from the Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA). This decision was made during a session held on Tuesday. Senate President…
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Philippines to Boost ASEAN’s Role in Regional Issues During 2026 Chairmanship
The Philippines is set to enhance the Association of Southeast Asian Nations’ (ASEAN) influence on regional and global issues when it assumes the ASEAN chairmanship in 2026. Foreign Affairs Secretary Enrique Manalo announced this during the Bagong Pilipinas Ngayon briefing, emphasizing the country’s intent to address critical regional challenges such as the Myanmar crisis and…
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Philippines to Amplify ASEAN’s Role in Regional Issues During 2026 Chairmanship
The Philippines is set to take a proactive stance in enhancing the Association of Southeast Asian Nations’ (ASEAN) influence on regional and global issues when it assumes the ASEAN chairmanship in 2026. Foreign Affairs Secretary Enrique Manalo announced this during the Bagong Pilipinas Ngayon briefing, emphasizing the country’s intent to address critical regional challenges such…
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Philippine National Security Council Endorses President Marcos’ Stance on West Philippine Sea
The National Security Council (NSC) of the Philippines has thrown its weight behind President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr.’s urging of China to honor the nation’s sovereignty and rights in the West Philippine Sea (WPS), and to halt its aggressive actions in this crucial maritime region. National Security Adviser Eduardo Año emphasized that the Philippines has…
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Philippine President’s Middle East Connections Aid Release of 17 Filipino Seafarers
Seventeen Filipino seafarers, who were held captive by Houthi rebels in Yemen for 428 days, were released and returned to the Philippines, thanks to the diplomatic efforts and personal connections of President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. with Middle Eastern leaders. The seafarers arrived at Ninoy Aquino International Airport in Parañaque City on the night of…
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Philippines to Collaborate with U.S. on Assessing Impact of Foreign Aid Suspension
MANILA – The Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) of the Philippines is set to collaborate with the United States government to evaluate the effects of a temporary suspension of foreign aid announced by President Donald Trump, according to the Presidential Communications Office (PCO). The PCO stated that the DFA is actively monitoring the situation regarding…
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Philippines and U.S. to Collaborate on Assessing Impact of Aid Suspension
MANILA – The Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) of the Philippines is set to collaborate with the United States government to evaluate the effects of a temporary halt in foreign aid announced by President Donald Trump, according to the Presidential Communications Office (PCO). The PCO stated that the DFA is actively monitoring the situation regarding…
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