Malaysian Embassy engages in ‘food diplomacy’ with PHL
PART of the celebrations of the 60th year of bilateral relations between Malaysia and the Philippines, the embassy of the former introduced on March 18 the local community to bubur lambuk.
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PART of the celebrations of the 60th year of bilateral relations between Malaysia and the Philippines, the embassy of the former introduced on March 18 the local community to bubur lambuk.
THE United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD) will mark its 60th anniversary with a Global Leaders Forum on June 12 and 13 at the Palais des Nations in Geneva, Switzerland under the theme: “Charting a new development course in a changing world.”
THE United States government and the Health Department announced additional funding to combat the persistent threat of tuberculosis (TB) in the Philippines.
THE Embassy of Japan in the Philippines led the ceremonial turnover of agriculture and fishery inputs to the beleaguered communities of Bohol Province on March 19.
Ambassador Lee Sang-hwa of South Korea (top row, center) receives Senate Resolution 946 that recognizes the enduring amity and cooperation between his nation and the Philippines on March 11. Senate President Juan Miguel Zubiri (sixth from left) said the ceremony also recognizes 75 years of diplomatic relations between the two countries.
Philippine Chamber of Commerce and Industry’s Human Resource Development Foundation president Dr. Alberto Fenix (from left), with the Czech Republic’s Chamber of Commerce vice president Jana Havrdova and Minister of Agriculture Marek Výborný deliver keynote addresses during the Czech Chamber of Commerce’s business-to-business seminar on Agriculture on March 21. Výborný said his office and the Department of Agriculture are aiming for a cooperation deal in the areas of agriculture, water management and forestry. PNA/AVITO DALAN
Participants discuss actions that can address challenges in the telecommunications sector at a forum on March 15. The event is related to the World Bank policy note: “Better Internet for All Filipinos: Reforms Promoting Competition and Increasing Investment for Broadband Infrastructure” which aims to propel the Philippines toward sustainable digital transformation.
The Department of Labor and Employment recently discussed its strategic priorities for 2024 during a courtesy meeting with the Joint Foreign Chambers of the Philippines at the agency’s Central Office in Intramuros, Manila. Labor Secretary Bienvenido E. Laguesma (right photo, second from right) tackled key policies and updates on improving the ease of employment of foreign nationals in the country, Department Order 242 on the “Service Charge Law,” the working visa processing of foreigners, developments on the wage hike legislation, and possible areas of cooperation.
Senate President Juan Miguel F. Zubiri (right) received early in March Honorable Ganzorig Temuulen who is the chairman of the Standing Committee on Budget of the State’s Great Hural (Parliament) of Mongolia, and president of the Mongolia-Philippines Parliamentary Group. Temuulen and the members of the delegation are visiting the Philippines to study the country’s fiscal and taxation system, as well as related policies. During the call, both officials agreed to forge stronger interparliamentary collaboration, expand trade and economic cooperation, plus extend the duration of visa-free travel currently enjoyed by Filipinos and Mongolians. The Senate president also welcomed the Central Asian nation’s interest in hiring Filipino workers, particularly in their mining, tourism, and education sectors. RED SANTOS, OFFICE OF THE SENATE PRESIDENT/OFFICE OF INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS AND PROTOCOL
BERLIN—The German-Philippine Business Forum on March12 marked a key milestone in boosting the global business ties between Germany and the Philippines.
THE annual National Day Reception of Japan to celebrate its emperor’s 64th birthday was hosted by former ambassador Kazuhiko Koshikawa on February 23.
THE Embassy of Israel in the Philippines and Israel’s agency for international development cooperation MASHAV, in partnership with Caritas Philippines (Archdiocese of Nueva Segovia, Vigan and Diocese of Laoag), donated shelter repair kits comprised of roofing materials to families and communities affected by Typhoon “Egay” (international name Doksuri) in Ilocos region.
THE foreign service academies of the Philippines and Bangladesh have agreed to establish an exchange of diplomatic training programs and publications.
MANILA – Recognizing the opportunities in growing infrastructure and development projects in the Philippines, Malaysia External Trade Development Corporation (MATRADE), the national trade promotion agency under the Ministry of Investment, Trade and Industry (MITI) Malaysia is spearheading the Market Immersion Mission to the Philippines from 12 to 15 March 2024 covering two cities, namely Davao and Manila.
THE Noor Dubai Foundation (NDF) from the United Arab Emirates (UAE), in cooperation with the nongovernment organization (NGO) Eye hEar Foundation and Department of Health (DOH), recently conducted free cataract surgical caravans in Borongan, Eastern Samar and Catarman, Northern Samar.
THERE is one phrase that the Chinese Foreign Ministry keeps repeating whenever there is a clash between the Philippine Coast Guard or civilian supply boat and the Chinese Coast Guard near Ayungin Shoal in the West Philippine Sea: “The Philippines broke its promise.”
OFFERING an enhanced visa-application submission experience for United Kingdom visa customers in Manila, Deputy Ambassador Alistair White led the inauguration of the upgraded UK Visa Application Centre (VAC) in Manila on March 8, with Assurance and Integrity Manager for Asia Pacific Julian Salisbury of UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI) and Head for Australasia Kaushik Ghosh of VFS Global.
THE Embassy of India held the first India-Philippines Tech Summit (IPTS) last week to help boost economic and strategic linkages through the use of digital technology.
Labor Undersecretary for Labor Relations, Policy, and International Affairs Atty. Benedicto Ernesto R. Bitonio Jr. (left) formally handed over to International Labour Organization deputy director-general Celeste Drake (right) the ILO Convention 190 on “Violence and Harassment in the Work place” ratification instrument of the Philippines during the Deposit Ceremony of the Instrument of Ratification held on February 20 at the ILO Headquarters in Geneva, Switzerland.
THE Philippines and the United States governments opened the National Virtual Training Center (NVTC) that will enhance the training of public-health personnel, veterinary-health workers, and first responders in tackling biological and chemical threats.
ON February 27, the Taiwanese government announced a donation of $200,000 to the Philippine government as a response to flooding and landslides in the Davao Region, which have resulted in the tragic deaths of more than 20 Filipinos and displaced thousands since early last month.
THE Republic of Korea (South Korea) recently donated 750 metric tons of rice to the Philippines that were subsequently delivered to the regions of Eastern Visayas, Davao and Soccsksargen affected by typhoons and earthquakes.
AMBASSADOR Kazuhiko Koshikawa of Japan led a groundbreaking rite that marked the establishment of a monument honoring the late president Elpidio Quirino.
REPRESENTATIVE Joey Salceda of Albay is in my list of most respected economists in the country. He can explain complex macroeconomic policies to reporters without batting an eyelash.
ON February 23, Ambassador Kazuhiko Koshikawa hosted the annual Japanese National Day Reception to celebrate the 64th birthday of His Majesty, the Emperor of Japan.
AS Canada’s Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food, I am so proud of our strong trading ties with our Indo-Pacific Region partners, and I see so much opportunity for growth.
AUSTRALIA’S First Nations Yindjibarndi people have partnered with renewables firm ACEN to develop and operate renewable-energy (RE) projects in Western Australia.
Members of the Upper House led by Senate President Juan Miguel F. Zubiri (top row, sixth from right) received French legislators and the French ambassador to the Philippines Marie Fontanel (fifth from left) during their visit on February 21. For Zubiri, the visit is a sign of the French Senate’s commitment to the Philippines, as both countries celebrate 77 years of diplomatic relations.
Senate President Juan Miguel F. Zubiri (second from right) welcomed on February 20 the United Kingdom’s trade envoy and House of Commons member Richard Graham (center).
A HEALTH official from the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) has reinforced health-sector ties between governments of the US and the Philippines.
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