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China 'shocked' by PH boat collision, opposes 'politicization' of incident
'Our thoughts and prayers go out to the missing crew members and passengers. We sincerely hope all of them could be rescued at the earliest,' says the China embassy in the Philippines
U.S. embassy cancels immigrant, non-immigrant visa interviews until June 11
The United States embassy in Manila is unable to provide a specific date when it will resume visa services, but hopes to do so 'as soon as possible'
U.S. delivers P10 million worth of medical supplies, PPE sets to PH
10 provinces are the beneficiaries of this latest assistance from the US
Australia extends application for Australia Awards Scholarships
PRESS RELEASE: The deadline for the submission of applications is on June 30, 2020
Cuban embassy in Washington DC struck by gunfire; police arrest suspect
While the suspect was arrested by Washington police, the investigation also includes the Secret Service, which is involved in assuring the security of foreign diplomats and embassies
Man arrested after opening fire on Cuban embassy in Washington
(UPDATED) 'Mission staff was not injured and is safe. Investigation is in progress,' Cuban Foreign Minister Bruno Rodriguez says
[OPINION] Our enduring partnership: Working together to defeat the coronavirus
'To succeed against this pandemic, we all have a role to play: government, business, individuals. The Philippines can count on continued support from the US government, US businesses, and our incredible exchange alumni.'
'Iisang Dagat': China embassy pens song of 'friendship' with PH during coronavirus crisis
The song comes with a music video showcasing assistance and messages of thanks from Philippine officials, including President Rodrigo Duterte. Meanwhile, China continues to assert its claims in the West Philippine Sea.
Canadian Embassy in Philippines announces sweeper flight for April 17
The embassy says it may have more flights out of the Philippines 'if there's enough demand'
China disowns defective coronavirus test kits in PH
(UPDATED) This comes after the Department of Health (DOH) said that test kits from China were only 40% accurate
PH embassy, consulate in UAE implement measures vs coronavirus
All clients will undergo thermal screening, with those having body temperature higher than 37°C to be asked to come another day and consult a doctor
Suicide attackers hit outside U.S. embassy in Tunis
The latest attack comes despite a state of emergency imposed in the North African nation in 2015 following a string of bloody assaults claimed by the Islamic State group
FALSE: U.S. embassy 'suspends' tourist visas due to virus, VFA scrapping
The United States embassy in the Philippines denies issuing such an advisory. The screenshot supposedly from the embassy's website also contains spelling errors.
U.S. embassy in PH denies suspending visa applications
The US embassy in the Philippines refutes misinformation it revoked tourist visas due to the spread of the 2019 novel coronavirus and Duterte's threats to end the VFA
U.S. embassy in PH issues security alert following rising tension in Middle East
The United States Embassy says heightened tension in the Middle East may bring security risks to Americans living abroad
11 Philippine groups to get Canada Fund backing in 2020
PRESS RELEASE: The Canada Fund is a program run by the Canadian embassy, which provides financial aid for projects that promote inclusive governance in the Philippines
300 Filipinos evacuated as Australia bushfires rage
The Philippine embassy in Canberra says Filipinos living in East Gippsland, Victoria, were evacuated to Bairnsdale City as a precautionary measure
U.S. expresses 'full support' for PH anti-drug campaign – Robredo
'Bilang kaibigan ng Pilipinas, gagawin nila ang lahat para tayo ay magtagumpay sa laban na ito,' says Vice President Leni Robredo, whose strategy against illegal drugs is focused on drug demand reduction and rehabilitation
Robredo to seek help of U.S. intelligence to go after drug lords
'The problem of drugs is not unique to us. We won’t be able to solve this on our own. We really need to work with other countries, especially those near us,' the Vice President says
U.S. embassy closed November 1
The US embassy in Manila and its affiliated offices will resume regular services on Monday, November 4
U.S. embassy closed October 14
Regular services will resume on October 15, 2019
U.S. 'ready to assist' in search for missing plane, pilot in Aurora
'We've been in touch with Philippine authorities to determine what assistance is needed and how we can help,' the embassy says
[OPINION] Sometimes the truth leaks out in the effort to conceal it
China's statement concludes that the alleged facts show that it was not a 'hit-and-run' incident. Actually, the effect is the opposite: it even makes the narrative even more like a vehicular hit-and-run
China takes down statement on Facebook about PH sinking boat
(UPDATED) Here is the full, unedited text of the Chinese embassy's statement on the sinking of a Philippine boat in the West Philippine Sea
U.S. immigration agency to close Manila field office
(UPDATED) The US embassy in Manila 'will assume responsibility for certain limited services previously provided' by the US Citizenship and Immigration Services
U.S. authorities arrest man linked to North Korea embassy raid
A dissident organization known as the Cheollima Civil Defense says it orchestrated the February 22 embassy raid to highlight illicit activities rampant in North Korea's foreign missions
China denies Panelo statement on illegal Chinese workers
(UPDATED) China refutes Presidential Spokesperson Salvador Panelo who said Beijing will adopt a 'tit-for-tat' approach if the Philippines 'recklessly' deports Chinese workers
LOOK: Philippines marks 65th year of German ties with new model embassy
The 7-story structure stands among Germany’s government buildings in Mitte, the central district of Berlin
In rare move, U.S. stresses need for due process in Maria Ressa case
(UPDATED) The United States, in a rare statement on a domestic controversy, says it hopes the cyber libel case against Rappler CEO Maria Ressa 'will be resolved quickly'
Brazil embassy move to Jerusalem a question of 'when' not 'if' – Netanyahu
(UPDATED) Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu says President-elect Jair Bolsonaro assured him of the move
U.S. embassy closed on December 24 and 25
The US embassy and its affiliated offices will resume services on Wednesday, December 26
U.S. embassy in DR Congo warns of 'possible terrorist threat'
American authorities urge its citizens to 'keep a low profile' as crucial election in the crisis-gripped central African nation approaches
U.S. starts process to return Balangiga Bells to PH
(UPDATED) The United States confirms a November 14 ceremony in Wyoming 'marking the beginning of the process to return the Balangiga Bells' to the Philippines
Filipinos can now apply as assistant language teachers in Japan
PRESS RELEASE: Deadline for submitting application materials for the Japan Exchange and Teaching Programme is January 7, 2019
How Turkey says the Khashoggi murder happened
Here's a timeline of how the Khashoggi murder unfolded according to Turkey's president
U.S. downgrades Palestinian mission into Israel embassy
US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo says the consulate general, a separate office which handled dealings with the Palestinians, is replaced by a new Palestinian Affairs Unit inside the controversial new US embassy in Jerusalem
House panel recommends criminal charges vs cops in US embassy dispersal
The House committee on human rights also recommends that all cops be required to undergo human rights education and training
Canada to fund 9 projects for women, girls in Philippines
'When women and girls are empowered to reach their full potential, this directly benefits their families, their communities, and their country,' says Canadian Ambassador to the Philippines John Holmes
Chinese embassy gifts Davao City with 13 schoolbuildings
'The donation is a sincere appreciation to President Duterte’s policy on China,' says Chinese Ambassador Zhao Jianhua
Finalists for the 2018 Asian International Children’s Film Festival to fly to Japan
High school students from all over the Philippines submitted 3-minute film entries under the theme “Self-Responsibility"
U.S. embassy officer visits Trillanes in Senate office
(4th UPDATE) Senator Antonio Trillanes IV, however, refuses to confirm or deny the visit
Man throws explosive device by U.S. embassy in Cairo
No one was wounded in the explosion and no significant damage was caused, security and judicial sources say, without specifying the type of device involved
DFA to open 14 embassies, consulates in 5 years
The Department of Foreign Affairs plans to open embassies in Sweden, Ireland, and Colombia, and consulates general in Barcelona, Nagoya, and Melbourne
Shots fired at U.S. embassy in Ankara, no casualties
(UPDATED) Six shots were fired at the embassy with 3 bullets hitting the iron gate and exterior wall, the Ankara governor's office said, indicating there were 'no casualties'
Australia, UNDP, PhilDev launch mentorship for social enterprises
PRESS RELEASE: The application period for the Innovation for Social Impact Accelerator Program ends on August 8, 2018
U.S., France slam Basilan car blast as terror act
(UPDATED) 'We join the Philippine government in condemning this terrorist act in the strongest terms,' says United States Ambassador to the Philippines Sung Kim
Chinese man sets off explosive outside U.S. embassy
(UPDATED) The explosion is set off by a man from China's Inner Mongolia region surnamed Jiang, police say, adding that his injuries are not life-threatening
200 OFW 'baby cases' in Dubai in Q1 2018 – PH consulate
'They know the culture. They know the rules. They know it’s illegal, yet they still do it,' says Vice Consul Von Ryan Pangwi
U.S. hails arrests of 2 convicts in U.S. Marine's murder
The US embassy says Galiciano Datu III and Crispin dela Paz, who were convicted for the high-profile 2012 murder of US Marine George Anikow, have been arrested
China allows Filipinos to fish in Panatag 'out of goodwill'
(UPDATED) The Chinese embassy says China Coast Guard personnel 'have always acted in accordance with the law,' even as a television report shows them taking the catch of Filipino fishermen in Panatag Shoal
