May 30, 2008
“Progress in 21st Century East Asia, the Power of Human Resourceâ€
Mr. Lee recently met Amb. Luis T. Cruz at the Philippine Embassy in Seoul to discuss the mutually beneficial relations between the Philippines and South Korea and to listen to the Ambassador’s views (on various topics. During the interview,) Amb. Cruz also expressed his desire for Lee Myung-bak, the South Korean President, to visit his country. “South Korea and the Philippines have established mutual trust, shared a common vision and cooperated for the development of East Asia in the 21st century,†he explained. He specifically pointed out that the exchange of human resources and cultural cooperation will enhance the level of the two countries’ diplomatic relationship.
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May 30, 2008
Korea is Number One in the Philippines in Tourism, Investment, Education, and Retirement
The Philippine Embassy is located at the Jin Song Bldg., 34-44, Itaewon1-dong, Yongsan-Ku, Seoul. I could hear noise, which I could not distinguish as Korean or Tagalog (the Philippine language), when I arrived at consulate at the first floor of the chancery. I noticed couples—Korean husbands and their Filipino wives. The office of Ambassador Luis was on the third floor. He initially talked about the P500 bill (the Philippine currency).
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May 27, 2008
KOREA, RECORD HOLDER IN THE PHILIPPINES
Korea is a record holder in the Philippines: No.1 for number of tourists, investors and foreign students enrolled in English as second language (ESL) institutes
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May 26, 2008
AMBASSADOR CRUZ GOES ON FAMILIARIZATION TOUR OF BUSAN
Ambassador Luis Cruz spent the third weekend of May 2008 in Busan, South Korea as part of the Embassy’s outreach program. He visited the office of Philippine Honorary Consul to Busan, Mr. Keun Chul Lee, the Chairman of Sam Jung Construction located at 1163 Oncheon 2-Dong, Dongnae-gu.
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May 23, 2008
Philippine Embassy in South Korea Organizes Lecture on Korean Culture
19 May 2008 – Philippine Embassy to Seoul Luis T. Cruz reported to the Department that, in line with the Embassy’s continuing effort to promote cultural awareness among Filipinos in South Korea, the Embassy sponsored a Seminar on Culture at the Conference Room of the Chancery on 18 May 2008.
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May 23, 2008
Amb. Cruz Discusses Immigration Matters with Korean Justice Minister
With the impending crackdown on illegal workers in South Korea, Philippine Ambassador Luis T. Cruz discussed the possibility of allowing amnesty for unregistered foreigners during a conversation with Justice Minister Kyung-han Kim before the opening ceremony of the “Together Day†on 20 May at the Seoul Olympic Parktel.
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May 22, 2008
Amb. Cruz Stresses Support System for Foreigners in South Korea’s First “Together Dayâ€
21 May 2008 – Philippine Ambassador to Seoul Luis T. Cruz reported to the Department that, as the guest speaker representing the foreign community during the ceremony launching “Together Day†in South Korea on 20 May, he emphasized efforts to support foreigners living in South Korea in order to facilitate their adjustment as well as enhance understanding between foreign residents and Korean nationals.
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May 20, 2008
Philippines, Korea 60th Anniversary taking shape
During a courtesy call last week to Herald Media publisher Park Haeng-hwan, Philippines Ambassador Luis Cruz announced that plans for the 60th anniversary of diplomatic relations are well on their way.
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May 16, 2008
Youth for Understanding-Korea Pays Courtesy Call on Amb. Luis Cruz
Youth for Understanding- Korea (YFU) headed by its National Director Mr. Chungha Shin (seated, left) paid courtesy visit to Amb. Luis T. Cruz on 13 May 2008.
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May 15, 2008
PCAARD VISITS SEOUL FOR CONTINUING EDUCATION PROGRAM
The Philippine Embassy in Seoul reported to the Department that the Department of Science and Technology arranged a study visit for the members of the Philippine Council for Agriculture, Forestry and Natural Resources Research and Development in Seoul, from 21-26 April 2008.
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May 14, 2008
Philippine Embassy Seoul Participates at the Hi Seoul Friendship Fair
Amb. Luis T. Cruz visited the Philippine Embassy booth at the Fourth Hi Seoul Festival Friendship Fair held on 10 May 2008, at the vicinity of Seoul City Hall.
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May 14, 2008
High-powered Trade Mission from Cebu, RP Arrives Here
A high-powered trade mission from Cebu, the Philippines arrives here on April 21 for a four-day visit for an inspection tour of Korean IT industries, Ambassador Luis T. Cruz of the Philippines said.
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May 09, 2008
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Photo shows Embassy Personnel led by Consul Arnel Talisayon (in Barong Tagalog) with the members of the Shirley Halili Cruz Ballet Company during the 4th Ansan Street Arts Festival held on 03-05 May 2008, at the Starlight Open Place, Ansan City.
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May 09, 2008
Amb. Luis T. Cruz Appears on Arirang TV’s Diplomacy Lounge
Amb Luis T. Cruz appeared on Arirang TV’s Diplomacy Lounge in pursuance of the Embassy’s public diplomacy program.
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May 09, 2008
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Amb. Luis T. Cruz with ASEAN Ambassadors to South Korea and other members of the ASEAN Seoul Committee are shown in this photo
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