Tag: DFA
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ASEAN Chair’s First Visit: DFA Chief Meets Myanmar Junta Leader to Push Peace Plan
ASEAN Chair’s Diplomatic Move Underlines Urgent Peace Efforts In a move underscoring the complexities of Southeast Asia’s political landscape, the Philippines’ foreign secretary undertook a high-level visit to discuss Myanmar with the country’s ruling junta — the first such encounter since the Philippines assumed the chair of ASEAN. The meeting signals a renewed but cautious…
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Cooperation Vital to Address Maritime Security, Resources
Global cooperation to strengthen maritime domain awareness International cooperation is essential for improving maritime domain awareness, a critical step in safeguarding sea lanes, fisheries, and coastal communities. In remarks that highlighted ongoing challenges, Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) Secretary Ma. Theresa Lazaro underscored that no single nation can effectively secure its maritime interests in isolation.…
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International Cooperation Vital to Address Maritime Challenges, DFA Chief Says
International Cooperation at the Core of Maritime Security In a recent address, the Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) Secretary Ma. Theresa Lazaro underscored the essential role of international cooperation in strengthening maritime domain awareness. She noted that persistent challenges in maritime security, as well as in the management of marine resources and infrastructure, demand coordinated…
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Exit Clearances Move Forward for Filipinos Rescued from Myanmar Scam Farms
DFA coordinates exit clearances for rescued Filipinos The Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) announced on Thursday that it is actively coordinating with authorities in Myanmar and Thailand to secure exit clearances for Filipinos rescued from criminal scam farms. The move is a critical step in ensuring the safe and orderly repatriation of Filipino victims who…
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DFA coordinates exit clearances for Filipinos rescued from Myanmar scam farms
Background The Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) announced on Thursday that it is actively coordinating with authorities in Myanmar and Thailand to secure exit clearances for Filipinos rescued from online and labor scam farms. The coordinated effort aims to pave a safe and orderly repatriation process for the victims who found themselves far from home…
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Clarification on South Korea’s 700-Billion Won Loan for Bridge Project
Introduction The Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) is set to clarify with the South Korean government the status of a significant infrastructure loan project amounting to 700 billion won, approximately PHP 28 billion, intended for bridge construction in the Philippines. This project has recently been ordered halted by South Korean President Lee Jae-Myung, raising concerns…
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DFA to Clarify South Korea Loan for Bridge Project
Introduction The Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) has announced its intention to seek clarification from South Korea regarding a halted infrastructure loan project valued at approximately 700 billion won, or about P28 billion. This decision follows an order from South Korean President Lee Jae-Myung to pause the project. Current Situation In a recent development, the…