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Three Foreign Nationals Arrested in Laguna for Illegal Online Gambling and Prostitution
In a significant operation on Valentine’s Day, the Bureau of Immigration (BI) apprehended three Chinese nationals in Calamba, Laguna, following a tip from the Presidential Anti-Organized Crime Commission (PAOCC). The arrests were made in Barangay Milagrosa, where the individuals were allegedly involved in illegal online gambling and prostitution activities within their premises. This action is…
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Bureau of Immigration Deports 26 Foreign Nationals Linked to Illegal POGO Operations
In a significant move against illegal activities, the Bureau of Immigration (BI) deported 26 foreign nationals involved in illicit Philippine Offshore Gaming Operators (POGOs) on Friday, February 7, 2025. The group, comprising 23 Chinese and three Malaysian individuals, was sent back to their home countries on flights operated by Philippine Airlines and Malaysian Airlines, respectively.…
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Bureau of Immigration Deports 54 Foreigners in Crackdown on Illegal Aliens
In a recent operation, the Bureau of Immigration (BI) announced the deportation of 54 foreign nationals, predominantly Chinese, over a five-day period. The deportations took place between January 31 and February 5, with the individuals being sent back on various flights departing from Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA). The group comprised 46 Chinese nationals, seven…
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Philippines’ DFA Responds Firmly to Alleged Foreign Espionage
The Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) in the Philippines has expressed a strong stance against potential espionage activities by foreign nationals within the country. On January 23, DFA spokesperson Ma. Teresita Daza emphasized the department’s commitment to national security in light of an ongoing investigation into alleged espionage by a Chinese national and two Filipino…
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32 Foreign Nationals Detained in Parañaque Raid on Illegal POGO Operations
In a coordinated effort, the Bureau of Immigration (BI) and the National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) conducted a raid in Parañaque City, resulting in the arrest of 32 foreign nationals engaged in illegal Philippine Offshore Gaming Operator (POGO) activities. The operation took place on Friday night in Aseana City, a bustling business district. According to…
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29 Foreign Nationals Arrested in Raid on Illegal POGO Operation in Cavite
In a significant crackdown on illegal gambling, 29 foreign nationals were arrested during a raid on a clandestine Philippine Offshore Gaming Operator (POGO) operation at a resort in Silang, Cavite. The operation, which took place on January 15, 2025, was initiated following a tip from the owner of Elijosh Resort in Barangay Lalaan 2, who…
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Hontiveros Supports OSG’s Initiative to Cancel Fraudulent Birth Certificates
Senate Deputy Minority Leader Risa Hontiveros has expressed her support for the Office of the Solicitor General’s (OSG) efforts to cancel birth certificates that were fraudulently acquired by foreigners. Hontiveros stressed the importance of preventing foreign nationals from exploiting the country’s systems, particularly as the new year begins. She stated, ‘As we enter the new…
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Hontiveros Supports OSG’s Action to Cancel Fraudulent Birth Certificates
Senate Deputy Minority Leader Risa Hontiveros has expressed her support for the Office of the Solicitor General’s (OSG) initiative to cancel birth certificates that were fraudulently acquired by foreigners. Hontiveros stressed the importance of the government’s commitment to prevent any exploitation of national institutions by foreign nationals in the coming year. She stated, ‘In this…
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Bureau of Immigration Urges Foreigners to File Annual Reports in Early 2025
MANILA – The Bureau of Immigration (BI) has issued a reminder to all registered foreigners in the Philippines to submit their annual reports within the first 60 days of 2025. This requirement stems from the Alien Registration Act, mandating that all foreign nationals, whether holding immigrant or non-immigrant visas, must report annually to the bureau.…
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Bureau of Immigration Urges Foreigners to File Annual Reports by Early 2025
MANILA – The Bureau of Immigration (BI) issued a reminder on Saturday for all registered foreigners in the Philippines to submit their annual reports within the first two months of 2025. This requirement stems from the Alien Registration Act, mandating all foreign nationals, whether on immigrant or non-immigrant visas, to report annually to the bureau.…
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