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President Duterte to discuss the United Nations’ favorable South China Sea Code of Conduct ruling for the Philippines with Chinese President Xi Jinping

President Rodrigo Roa Duterte, in an interview with reporters in Malacañang during the oath taking of newly promoted police officers, told reporters on Thursday, August 8 that he would discuss…

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US Homeland Security rescinds public notice—clears security conditions at the Ninoy Aquino International Airport

The Department of Tourism (DOT) enthusiastically welcomed the United States Transportation Security Administration (TSA) decision to clear the Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA) of “security defects,” leading the US Department…

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Boost domestic demand, diversify to improve Philippine trade — NEDA

Manila — With global growth likely to remain sluggish for the remainder of 2019, the government must exert all efforts in boosting domestic demand and exports’ competitiveness to improve the…

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Events

Department of Tourism rallies support for the 2021 UNWTO’s General Assembly

Filipino hospitality took centerstage as the Philippine Department of Tourism (DOT) hosted lunch in honor of the Diplomatic Corps, representing member STATES of the United Nations World Tourism Organization (UNWTO)…

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Shanghai’s newest landmark stuns with outstanding luxury, heartfelt guest experiences and sleek modern design

JW Marriott debuts first Marquis Hotel in China, JW Marriott Marquis Hotel Shanghai Pudong Shanghai, China — Marriott International Inc. announced the opening of JW Marriott Marquis Hotel Shanghai Pudong…

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PH-US trade in agriculture promoted in Washington, DC

Washington, DC — The Philippine Embassy in Washington, D.C., through the Office of the Agriculture Attaché Dr. Josyline Javelosa, held a series of meetings in July 2019 aimed at promoting…

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A guide to the best culinary destinations that define great travel

Top 52 Restaurants and Bars by Mariott Bonvoy to showcase a remarkable offering of elevated cuisine and amazing cocktails across Asia-Pacific Hong Kong — Marriott International (NASDAQ: MAR), today unveiled…

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Filipino Artists celebrated by Philippine Embassy in Tokyo

Tokyo — The Philippine Embassy in Tokyo celebrated the dynamic cardboard structures crafted by Filipino artists Alfredo and Isabel Aquilizan at the Art Front Gallery in Shibuya from June 19…

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OFWs participate in “Doing Business in the Philippines” seminar in Hong Kong

Hong Kong — The Philippine Consulate General in Hong Kong, in cooperation with Wimler Foundation Hong Kong, Bank of the Philippine Islands (BPI) Foundation and the Department of Trade and…

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Facebook and OWWA hold first digital literacy training for OFWs in Singapore

Singapore — Facebook in partnership with the Philippine Embassy, Philippine Overseas Labor Office (POLO), and the Overseas Workers Welfare Administration (OWWA) in Singapore kicked off its first digital literacy training…

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Philippine designers to highlight natural and eco-sustainable materials at INDEX Dubai 2019

Lifestyle products crafted from natural and eco-sustainable materials will be the focus of this year’s Philippine participation at INDEX Dubai, the biggest design event in the Middle East and North…

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“Family Favourites” cookbook by Five FIlipinas in Singapore now a bestseller

Singapore — Filipinas Lita Patricio, Jomarcy Bebida, Rose Buenvenida, Carina Rebuya, and Jetky Marie Amores, have two things in common: they are all Filipino household service workers (HSWs) in Singapore…

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PH Team Wins Silver Medal in International Blockchain Olympiad in Hong Kong

Hong Kong — Students from the University of San Carlos (USC) in Cebu came close to bagging the title of the 2019 International Blockchain Olympiad (IBCOL) before settling for the…

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2019 Ramon Magsaysay Awardees Announced

The Board of Trustees of the Ramon Magsaysay Award Foundation (RMAF) announced that this year five individuals from South Korea, Myanmar, India, Thailand and the Philippines will receive Asia’s premier…

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New US-PH partnership to boost reading, numeracy, socio-emotional learning for Filipino learners

Pasig City — To support the Department of Education (DepEd) in enhancing the reading, mathematical, and socio-emotional skills of at least two million learners in Regions V (Bicol) and VI…

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Philippines Market and Trade Startups Showcased in RISE Conference 2019 in Hong Kong

Hong Kong — The Philippine Consulate General in Hong Kong, led by Consul General Antonio A. Morales, gave the Philppines’ first participation to the Hong Kong RISE Conference a boost…

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Filipino students dominate Math and English contests with 37 medals in Malaysia

Manila — Young Filipino students won 37 medals in two contests in math and English in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. At the 13th Asian Finals of the World Math-Fusion Olympiad held…

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Philippines hauls silver, bronze at prestigious International Math Olympiad in the United Kingdom

MANILA, July 30 — The Philippine contingent to the 60th International Mathematical Olympiad (IMO) claimed an impressive win as all six members of the team won a medal in the…

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Asia
Leaders

Vietnam’s Communist Party members meet President Duterte in courtesy call

President Rodrigo Roa Duterte on Monday welcomed the members of Vietnam’s Ruling Communist Party in a courtesy call in Malacañang. The Communist Party of Vietnam has been the only legal…

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Japan’s Kyushu-based firms eyes new investments in the Philippines

In his keynote following the signing ceremony, Trade Secretary and BOI Chairman Ramon Lopez said, “Kyushu’s focus on seeking new trading partners for their region, is a perfect fit for…

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President Duterte to discuss the United Nations’ favorable South China Sea Code of Conduct ruling for the Philippines with Chinese President Xi Jinping

US Homeland Security rescinds public notice—clears security conditions at the Ninoy Aquino International Airport

Boost domestic demand, diversify to improve Philippine trade — NEDA

Department of Tourism rallies support for the 2021 UNWTO’s General Assembly

Shanghai’s newest landmark stuns with outstanding luxury, heartfelt guest experiences and sleek modern design

PH-US trade in agriculture promoted in Washington, DC

A guide to the best culinary destinations that define great travel

Filipino Artists celebrated by Philippine Embassy in Tokyo

OFWs participate in “Doing Business in the Philippines” seminar in Hong Kong

Facebook and OWWA hold first digital literacy training for OFWs in Singapore

Philippine designers to highlight natural and eco-sustainable materials at INDEX Dubai 2019

“Family Favourites” cookbook by Five FIlipinas in Singapore now a bestseller

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PH Team Wins Silver Medal in International Blockchain Olympiad in Hong Kong

2019 Ramon Magsaysay Awardees Announced

New US-PH partnership to boost reading, numeracy, socio-emotional learning for Filipino learners

Philippines Market and Trade Startups Showcased in RISE Conference 2019 in Hong Kong

Filipino students dominate Math and English contests with 37 medals in Malaysia

Philippines hauls silver, bronze at prestigious International Math Olympiad in the United Kingdom

Vietnam’s Communist Party members meet President Duterte in courtesy call

Japan’s Kyushu-based firms eyes new investments in the Philippines

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