Tag: South Korea
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South Korean Fugitive Arrested in Manila While Trying to Extend Visa
In Manila, a South Korean man named Bae Naseok was arrested at the Bureau of Immigration’s head office in Intramuros while attempting to extend his tourist visa. The arrest occurred on Wednesday, as confirmed by Raymond Remigio, the Chief of the BI’s Tourist Visa Extension section, in a statement released on Thursday. Bae, aged 30,…
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South Korean Fraudster Caught Trying to Extend Visa in Manila
In Manila, a South Korean fugitive named Bae Naseok was arrested at the Bureau of Immigration’s head office in Intramuros while attempting to extend his tourist visa. The arrest occurred on Wednesday, as confirmed by Raymond Remigio, the Chief of the BI’s Tourist Visa Extension section, in a statement released on Thursday. Bae, aged 30,…
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Philippines and South Korea Strengthen Defense Collaboration at 26th Joint Committee Meeting
The Philippines and South Korea have solidified their defense partnership at the 26th Joint Committee Meeting on Logistics and Defense Industry Cooperation, which concluded in Busan on February 7, 2025. This meeting aligns with President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr.’s vision to elevate the Filipino military to a world-class standard, as announced by the Department of…
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Philippines Arrests 180 Foreign Fugitives in 2024, Surpassing Previous Year’s Tally
In a significant crackdown on international crime, the Bureau of Immigration (BI) in the Philippines reported the arrest of 180 foreign fugitives throughout 2024. This number marks an increase from the 128 arrests made in the previous year, as detailed in a report to BI Commissioner Joel Viado by Rendel Ryan Sy, the acting chief…
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South Korea’s Rice Donation Bolsters Philippines’ Recovery Efforts Post-Tropical Storm Kristine
In a significant gesture of international solidarity, Agriculture Secretary Francisco Tiu Laurel Jr. praised the South Korean government for its substantial rice donation to the Philippines, aiding in the recovery from the devastating effects of Severe Tropical Storm Kristine in 2024. The donation, amounting to 4,000 metric tons, was ceremonially distributed in Batangas on February…
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South Korea Considers Internship Program for Filipino Youth in Northern Mindanao
In a move to foster agricultural innovation, the South Korean government is considering an internship program for young farmers from Northern Mindanao. The initiative, discussed during a recent meeting in El Salvador City, Misamis Oriental, aims to train Filipino youth in Smart Agriculture techniques. The Korea Agency of Education, Promotion, and Information Service (EPIS) is…
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Philippines Secures $905 Million Loan from South Korea for Laguna Lakeshore Road Development
The Philippine government has successfully obtained a significant $905.26 million loan from South Korea’s Export-Import Bank (KEXIM) to fund the first phase of the Laguna Lakeshore Road Network (LLRN) Project. This initiative, part of President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr.’s Build Better More program, aims to kickstart civil works this year, with an expected completion date…
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Philippines to Deport Two South Korean Fugitives Accused of Theft and Robbery
The Bureau of Immigration (BI) in the Philippines announced the arrest and impending deportation of two South Korean nationals wanted for serious crimes in their home country. The arrests took place in separate operations in Manila and Cebu last week, as confirmed by BI Commissioner Joel Anthony Viado on Monday, January 13, 2025. Viado emphasized…
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President Marcos Jr. Signs Executive Order to Implement Tariff Schedule in PH-South Korea FTA
President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. has taken a significant step in enhancing trade relations with South Korea by signing Executive Order 80. This order, signed on December 23, aims to adjust the import duty rates on specific products to align with the tariff commitments outlined in the Philippines-South Korea Free Trade Agreement (FTA). The EO…
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Philippine Lawmaker Urges Swift Adoption of Nuclear Power to Combat Energy Costs and Climate Change
Advocating for Nuclear Energy: Representative Mark Cojuangco of Pangasinan’s 2nd District emphasized the critical need for nuclear power in the Philippines during a recent press conference at Lyon Cafe in Mandaluyong City. He argued that adopting nuclear energy is essential to reduce energy costs and tackle the escalating climate challenges caused by fossil fuel dependency.…
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