June 12, 2025
PHILIPPINE EMBASSY IN SEOUL MARKS 127TH INDEPENDENCE DAY WITH SYMBOLIC LIGHTING OF BANPO BRIDGE
SEOUL, 12 JUNE 2025 – In celebration of the 127th Anniversary of the Proclamation of Philippine Independence, the Philippine Embassy in Seoul proudly hosted the Symbolic Lighting of Banpo Bridge in the vibrant colors of the Philippine flag on 12 June 2025, from 9:20 PM to 10:00 PM. This year’s Philippine Independence Day theme, “Kalayaan, Kinabukasan, Kasaysayan” (Freedom, Future, History), reflects the Philippines’ enduring journey toward a progressive future grounded in the sacrifices and triumphs of its past.
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June 12, 2025
PHILIPPINE EMBASSY IN SEOUL COMMEMORATES 127TH INDEPENDENCE DAY WITH FLAG RAISING
SEOUL, 12 JUNE 2025 – Philippine Ambassador to the Republic of Korea Theresa Dizon-De Vega led the Philippine Embassy in Seoul in celebrating the 127th anniversary of the declaration of Philippine Independence through a flag raising ceremony in the Embassy rooftop on 12 June 2025. Philippine Government officials in Korea for various bilateral and multilateral engagements, and honor guards of the Armed Forces of the Philippines joined the Embassy personnel in the program.
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June 11, 2025
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. congratulates ROK President Lee Jae-Myung on his election
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. congratulates ROK President Lee Jae-Myung on his election. The Philippine Embassy in Korea likewise conveys our well wishes and congratulations to President Lee.The Philippines and the Republic of Korea enjoy vibrant and dynamic relations based on our strategic partnership, a future-oriented Free Trade Agreement, and our close cultural ties and shared aspirations for peace, stability, and economic prosperity. We look forward to working with the new ROK government to deepen relations between our countries.
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June 11, 2025
PHILIPPINES COMMITS USD 20,000 TO SUPPORT GLOBAL VACCINE DEVELOPMENT
08 June 2025, Seoul – Philippine Ambassador to the Republic of Korea, H.E. Theresa Dizon-De Vega together with the Political and Economic Section headed by Third Secretary and Vice Consul Reisha L. Olavario met with Dr. Jerome H. Kim, Director General of the International Vaccine Institute (IVI) on 26 May 2025 at the IVI Headquarters in Gwanak-gu, Seoul, ROK, to reaffirm the Philippines’ support to IVI’s programs and initiatives with a USD 20,000 voluntary contribution.
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June 11, 2025
SOUTHEAST ASIAN STUDENT LEADERS VISIT PHL EMBASSY FOR COURTESY CALL AND DIALOGUE
25 May 2025, Seoul. The Philippine Embassy in Seoul, represented by the Deputy Head of Mission and Consul General Edwin Gil Q. Mendoza, welcomed members of the Southeast Asian Society of the Korea University, led by President and Filipino student scholar Ana Roa, for a courtesy visit and dialogue held on 25 May 2025 at the Sentro Rizal Conference Room of the Embassy.
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June 07, 2025
FORMER PHILIPPINE PRESIDENT MACAPAGAL-ARROYO CHAMPIONS INCLUSIVE INNOVATION AND REGIONAL COOPERATION AT 2025 JEJU FORUM
Jeju, Republic of Korea (28-31 May 2025) - Former President of the Philippines and member of the House of Representatives Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo advocated for inclusive innovation at the World Leaders’ Session of the Jeju Forum for Peace and Prosperity held from 28-30 May 2025.
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June 07, 2025
PHILIPPINE ATHLETES COMPETE IN THE 26th ASIAN ATHLETICS CHAMPIONSHIPS 2025 IN GUMI – EJ OBIENA WINS GOLD
31 May 2025, Gumi, South Korea – Upon the invitation of Mr. Jangho Kim, Mayor of Gumi City, members of the Diplomatic Community, including representatives from Post attended the opening ceremony of the 26th Asian Athletics Championships on 27 May 2025. This year’s theme, “The Dream of ASIA, From GUMI to the World,” conveys the hope that all athletes will chase their dreams and advance to the global athletics stage.
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June 07, 2025
PH EMBASSY AND THE BUSAN UNIVERSITY OF FOREIGN STUDIES SIGNS DEED OF DONATION FOR THE PHILIPPINE STUDIES PROGRAM
25 May 2025, Busan, South Korea - The Philippine Embassy and Dr. Chang Soon Heung, President of the Busan University of Foreign Studies (BUFS), signed a Deed of Donation on 23 May 2025, marking the second phase of the “Advancing Philippine Studies Program” (PSP) at the BUFS Campus in Busan, South Korea.
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June 02, 2025
PH PARTICIPATES IN THE BRIEFING SESSION ON 21ST ASIA-PACIFIC PARLIAMENTARIANS’ CONFERENCE ON ENVIRONMENT AND DEVELOPMENT
28 May 2025, Seoul – Philippine Ambassador to the Republic of Korea Theresa Dizon-De Vega joined Ambassadors and representatives of Asia-Pacific countries in a meeting to discuss Korea’s preparations for the 21st Asia-Pacific Parliamentarians’ Conference on Environment and Development (APPCED) General Assembly. The Korean Parliamentarians' Coalition for Children, Population, and Environment (CPE) through its Chairperson, Representative and former Minister of Unification In-Young Lee hosted the meeting at the National Assembly building on 22 May 2025.
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June 02, 2025
PHL EMBASSY ADMINISTERS OATH TO OFFICERS OF ASSOCIATION OF FILIPINO EDUCATORS IN KOREA AND DAEGU FILIPINO COMMUNITY COUNCIL-NONGONG
25 May 2025, Seoul. The Philippine Embassy, led by Ambassador Theresa Dizon-De Vega, recognized and administered the oath-taking of the officers of two (2) Filipino community organizations, namely: the Association of Filipino Educators in Korea (AFEK) and Daegu Filipino Community Council-Nongong (DFCC-Nongong). The latter organization was also awarded their Certificate of Registration, which symbolizes and reaffirms their commitment to help protect and promote the general welfare and interests of the Filipino community.
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21 May 2025, Seoul. Deputy Head of Mission and Consul General Edwin Gil Q. Mendoza met with representatives of the Seoul Global Center (SGC) on 22 April 2025 to discuss potential areas of cooperation between the Philippine Embassy and the Center in support of the Filipino community and other foreign residents in Seoul.
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May 26, 2025
KAPE SA KOREA BRINGS FILIPINO COFFEE CULTURE TO SEOUL
23 May 2025, Seoul - In celebration of Filipino food month, the Philippine Embassy in Seoul brought the warmth and richness of Philippine Coffee to Korea through a special tasting event and coffee pop-up, Kape Sa Korea, on 24 April 2025.
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May 21, 2025
BOYNEXTDOOR NAMED FIVB GLOBAL CELEBRITY AMBASSADORS FOR 2025 WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP IN THE PHILIPPINES
Seoul, Republic of Korea – The Philippines is set to host the FIVB 2025 Volleyball Men’s World Championship from 12-28 September 2025. As part of the lead up to this major sports event, K-pop group BOYNEXTDOOR was announced as the Global Celebrity Ambassadors of the FIVB Volleyball Men’s World Championship during a commemorative ceremony held at Hybe Headquarters in Yongsan-gu, Seoul on 26 April 2025.
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May 21, 2025
PHILIPPINES PLEDGES USD 10,000 TO FEALAC FUND 2025
26 April 2025, Seoul - Ambassador Theresa Dizon-De Vega met with ROK Ministry of Foreign Affairs Director General for Latin America and the Carribean Lee Joo-il on 26 April 2025 to reaffirm Philippine commitment to the Forum for East-Asia Latin America Cooperation (FEALAC) through active participation and support for its various initiatives, including advancements in dialogue on digital technology. The FEALAC Cyber Secretariat is headquartered in Seoul.
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May 21, 2025
UP SYSTEM PRESIDENT JIMENEZ VISITS PHL EMBASSY, MEETS WITH STAKEHOLDERS AND ALUMNI
Seoul, 11 May 2025 – University of the Philippines (UP) System President Angelo “Jijil” Jimenez, accompanied by Vice President for Academic Affairs Dr. Leo Cubillan, visited the Philippine Embassy in Seoul on 11 May 2025 as part of efforts to expand UP’s global engagement and strengthen partnerships with stakeholders in South Korea. While in Korea, the UP officials took part in the APEC University Leaders’ Forum 2025: Leveraging AI in Higher Education to address Asia Pacific challenges on 13 May 2025 in Jeju Island, Korea.They likewise met with officials of Korea University in Seoul.
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