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U.S. Exchange Alumni’s COVID-19 Info Campaign Releases Materials in Filipino, Cebuano, and Hiligaynon

Manila, September 18, 2020 — As part of the ongoing AdaptPH campaign, alumni of the U.S. State Department Young Southeast Asian leaders Initiative (YSEALI) produced informational materials on COVID-19 in Filipino, Hiligaynon, and Cebuano languages. AdaptPH is a U.S. Embassy in the Philippines-funded nationwide information campaign that encourages Filipinos to observe public safety protocols to …

By U.S. Embassy Manila | 18 September, 2020 | Topics: Alumni, News, Press Releases, U.S. & Philippines | Tags: COVID-19, U.S. Department of State, YSEALI

USAID Partners with the Philippine Government and Private Sector to Help Filipina Entrepreneurs Boost their Businesses

Manila, September 18, 2020 — The U.S. government, through the United States Agency for International Development (USAID), has forged a new partnership with the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI), National Confederation of Cooperatives (NATCCO), and the Philippine private sector to empower Filipina entrepreneurs. Together with Facebook, Shopee, and Lazada, USAID’s “Connecting Women Entrepreneurs to …

By U.S. Embassy Manila | 18 September, 2020 | Topics: Events, News, Press Releases, U.S. & Philippines | Tags: COVID-19, Department of Trade and Industry, National Confederation of Cooperatives (NATCCO), USAID, USAID Philippines

United States Donates Animal Biosecurity Laboratory to the Department of Agriculture

Manila, September 17, 2020 – The United States, through the Defense Threat Reduction Agency (DTRA) continues to support the government and people of the Philippines through a donation of a newly constructed Regional Animal Disease Diagnostic Laboratory (RADDL) in the city of Tarlac. The laboratory will conduct surveillance and testing on local agricultural samples from …

By U.S. Embassy Manila | 17 September, 2020 | Topics: Events, News, Press Releases, U.S. & Philippines, U.S. Agencies | Tags: Philippine Department of Agriculture, U.S. Defense Threat Reduction Agency (DTRA)

U.S. Government Boosts City of Manila’s Fight Against COVID-19

Manila, September 17, 2020 — U.S. Ambassador Sung Kim today visited the Delpan Quarantine Facility in Tondo, Manila, to hand over 5,000 hygiene kits and 16 handwashing stations to Manila Mayor Francisco “Isko” Moreno in support of the city government’s fight against the COVID-19 pandemic. “The U.S. government is a friend, partner, and ally of …

By U.S. Embassy Manila | 17 September, 2020 | Topics: Ambassador, Events, News, Press Releases, U.S. & Philippines | Tags: COVID-19, Philippine Department of Health (DOH), USAID, USAID Philippines

COVID-19 Information

COVID-19 Information Last updated: 09/15/20 Country-Specific Information: The U.S. Embassy in Manila continues to closely monitor COVID-19 developments in the Philippines.  The Philippine Department of Health provides  regular updates  on the number of confirmed cases. According to the Philippine government, the following quarantine classifications will be in effect through September 30, 2020:  Modified Enhanced Community Quarantine (MECQ):  Mindanao – Iligan City  General …

By U.S. Embassy Manila | 15 September, 2020 | Topics: Alert, News, Notification

U.S. Embassy, DepEd Launch New Teacher Training Program

Manila, September 14, 2020 — The U.S. Embassy in the Philippines, in partnership with the Department of Education (DepEd), on Monday launched a new virtual series for teachers and educators in support of the country’s transition to digital learning during the COVID-19 pandemic. DepEd Undersecretary for Curriculum and Instruction Diosdado San Antonio and U.S. Embassy …

By U.S. Embassy Manila | 14 September, 2020 | Topics: Education, Events, News, Press Releases, U.S. & Philippines, U.S. Agencies | Tags: coronavirus, COVID-19, Department of Education, English, Regional English Language Office

BFAR and USAID Host Workshop to Battle Illegal Fishing

Manila, September 2, 2020 — The U.S. and Philippine governments launched on Wednesday, September 2, a workshop attended by 135 participants to measure and understand the negative impacts of illegal, unreported, and unregulated (IUU) fishing in the country. Supported by the Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources (BFAR) and the United States Agency for International …

By U.S. Embassy Manila | 2 September, 2020 | Topics: Deputy Chief of Mission, Events, News, Press Releases, U.S. & Philippines, U.S. Agencies | Tags: COVID-19, Department of Agriculture’s Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources, Fish Right, University of the Philippines, USAID, USAID Philippines

United States Provides 100 Ventilators to the Philippines to Support COVID-19 Response

Manila, August 28, 2020 — The United States donated 100 new, state-of-the-art ventilators and associated supplies to the Philippines to assist its fight against COVID-19. U.S. Ambassador Sung Kim, Executive Secretary Salvador Medialdea, and Department of Health Secretary Francisco Duque led the handover of the ventilators at Malacañang Palace on Friday, August 28. The donation …

By U.S. Embassy Manila | 28 August, 2020 | Topics: Ambassador, Events, News, Press Releases, U.S. & Philippines, U.S. Agencies | Tags: COVID-19, Philippine Department of Health (DOH), U.S. Ambassador to the Philippines Sung Kim, U.S. Department of Defense, U.S. Department of State, USAID, USAID Philippines

U.S. Government Assistance to Boost Davao City’s Campaign Against COVID-19

Manila, August 26, 2020 — The U.S. government donated personal protective equipment (PPE) and hygiene kits to support Davao City’s efforts to address COVID-19. U.S. Ambassador to the Philippines Sung Kim handed over the items to Davao City Mayor Sara Duterte-Carpio during a virtual event on Wednesday, August 26. USAID, together with U.S. company Procter …

By U.S. Embassy Manila | 26 August, 2020 | Topics: Ambassador, Events, News, Press Releases, U.S. & Philippines, U.S. Agencies | Tags: COVID-19, Davao, U.S. Ambassador to the Philippines Sung Kim, U.S. Defense Threat Reduction Agency (DTRA), USAID, USAID Philippines

U.S. Government Launches New Project for Out-of-School Youth in the Philippines

Manila, August 19, 2020 — The U.S. government, through the United States Agency for International Development (USAID), launched a new project that will support the education, employment, and livelihood needs of at least 180,000 out-of-school youth across the Philippines. Through the five-year, Php1.9 billion ($37.5 million) Opportunity 2.0: Second-chance Opportunities for Out-of-school Youth project, the …

By U.S. Embassy Manila | 19 August, 2020 | Topics: Ambassador, Events, News, Press Releases, U.S. & Philippines, U.S. Agencies | Tags: Department of Education, TESDA, USAID, USAID Philippines

A-Z to U.S. Elections

Here are some selected glossary and facts about the U.S. Presidential Elections, in alphabetical order: A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z A An absentee voting ballot is filed by a voter who cannot be physically present …

By U.S. Embassy Manila | 18 August, 2020 | Topics: News

U.S. Launches New Biodiversity Project to Protect the Philippines’ Environment

Manila, August 11, 2020 — The U.S. government, through the United States Agency for International Development (USAID), launched the Philippines Sustainable Interventions for Biodiversity, Oceans, and Landscapes (SIBOL) project that will support the sustainable management of the country’s natural resources and combat environmental crimes. The five-year, Php1.1 billion ($22 million) project will provide support to the Philippine government …

By U.S. Embassy Manila | 11 August, 2020 | Topics: Events, News, Press Releases, U.S. & Philippines, U.S. Agencies | Tags: Department of Agriculture’s Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources, Department of Environment and Natural Resources, environment, USAID, USAID Philippines

EducationUSA Prepares 78 Filipino Students for U.S. Study

Manila, August 7, 2020 — EducationUSA Philippines prepared 78 Filipino students to begin their studies at U.S. universities during its first-ever virtual pre-departure orientation (PDO) on Thursday, August 6. At the virtual event, U.S. Ambassador Sung Kim welcomed students and thanked them for the contributions they will make to U.S. classrooms and campuses. “Each student …

By U.S. Embassy Manila | 7 August, 2020 | Topics: Ambassador, Education, Events, News, Press Releases, Study in the U.S., U.S. & Philippines | Tags: EducationUSA, U.S. Ambassador to the Philippines Sung Kim

U.S. Exchange Alumni Launch AdaptPH to Promote COVID-19 Safety Protocols

Manila, Philippines, August 3, 2020 — In response to the continued challenges posed by the pandemic, alumni of the U.S. Department of State-sponsored Young Southeast Asian Leaders Initiative (YSEALI) launched AdaptPH, a nationwide campaign encouraging Filipinos to observe public protocols that help prevent the spread of COVID-19. AdaptPH’s website (www.adapt.ph) offers free downloadable information kits for local governments, public …

By U.S. Embassy Manila | 3 August, 2020 | Topics: Alumni, Events, News, Press Releases, U.S. & Philippines | Tags: COVID-19, Department of Interior and Local Government, YSEALI

U.S. Military Donates Additional Php11 Million in Medical Supplies to Philippine Frontliners

Manila, July 27, 2020 – U.S. Army and Marine Corps service members delivered an additional Php11.4 million ($230,600) in personal protective equipment (PPE) and medical supplies to hospitals in 11 cities across the Philippines, working in partnership with the Philippine Air Force, Army, and Coast Guard. This new donation brings total U.S. government COVID-19 assistance …

By U.S. Embassy Manila | 27 July, 2020 | Topics: Ambassador, Events, News, Press Releases, U.S. & Philippines | Tags: COVID-19, Office of Civil Defense, Philippine Air Force, Philippine Army, Philippine Coast Guard, Philippine Department of Health (DOH), U.S. Ambassador to the Philippines Sung Kim, U.S. Army, U.S. Marine Corps

Virtual EducationUSA Law Fair Attracts Hundreds of Prospective Filipino Students

Manila, July 22, 2020 — More than 250 Filipinos interested in pursuing LL.M. (Master of Laws) degrees at world-class U. S. law schools attended EducationUSA Philippines’ first-ever virtual law university fair on Saturday, July 18. At the free virtual event, the following 15 U.S. law schools gave real-time admissions advice, industry insights, information on in-person …

By U.S. Embassy Manila | 22 July, 2020 | Topics: Education, Events, News, Press Releases, Study in the U.S., U.S. & Philippines | Tags: EducationUSA

United States Donates Php14.8 Million in PPE to Philippine General Hospital and Other Medical Facilities

Manila, July 20, 2020 – The United States, through the Defense Threat Reduction Agency (DTRA) and in coordination with the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID), is distributing Php14.8 million ($300,000) worth of regionally-manufactured personal protective equipment (PPE) to the Philippine General Hospital (PGH) and COVID-19 treatment centers across the Philippines. This latest donation brings …

By U.S. Embassy Manila | 20 July, 2020 | Topics: Ambassador, Events, News, Press Releases, U.S. & Philippines | Tags: #FriendsPartnersAllies, COVID-19, Philippine General Hospital, U.S. Ambassador to the Philippines Sung Kim, U.S. Defense Threat Reduction Agency (DTRA), U.S. Department of Defense, USAID, USAID Philippines

The Philippines’ Future Floats in the West Philippine Sea

The Philippines’ Future Floats in the West Philippine Sea By U.S. Ambassador to the Philippines Sung Kim The waters of the South China Sea are home to a dizzying array of marine resources, ranging from vast oil and gas reserves deep beneath the surface to the complex and beautiful ecosystems capable of supporting international seafood …

By U.S. Embassy Manila | 16 July, 2020 | Topics: Ambassador, Events, News, U.S. & Philippines | Tags: ASEAN, COVID-19, Indo-Pacific, Michael R. Pompeo, Opinion Editorial, South China Sea, U.S. Ambassador to the Philippines Sung Kim, USAID, USAID Philippines, USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76), USS Theodore Roosevelt, West Philippine Sea, YSEALI

U.S. Independence Day: Foundational Freedoms for the Future

U.S. Independence Day: Foundational Freedoms for the Future By U.S. Ambassador to the Philippines Sung Kim On this day, 244 years ago, America gained her independence after a hard-fought campaign to secure life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness. This year, instead of a typical July 4 celebration – enjoying a barbeque under a sky of blazing …

By U.S. Embassy Manila | 6 July, 2020 | Topics: Ambassador, Events, News, U.S. & Philippines | Tags: #FriendsPartnersAllies, Balikatan, COVID-19, Fourth of July, Independence Day, Indo-Pacific, Michael R. Pompeo, Opinion Editorial, Philippine-American Friendship Day, U.S. Ambassador to the Philippines Sung Kim

U.S. and Philippines Host Virtual Counterterrorism Conference for Regional Criminal Justice Officials

Manila, June 26, 2020 – On June 23, the U.S. Embassy’s Department of Justice – Office of Overseas Prosecutorial Development, Assistance and Training (DOJ-OPDAT) and its Philippine Department of Justice partners hosted a virtual regional counterterrorism conference. More than 70 prosecutors, investigators, and judges from the Philippines, Indonesia, Sri Lanka, the Maldives, Bangladesh, Malaysia, and …

By U.S. Embassy Manila | 26 June, 2020 | Topics: Ambassador, Events, News, Press Releases, U.S. & Philippines, U.S. Agencies | Tags: counterterrorism, Office of Overseas Prosecutorial Development Assistance and Training (OPDAT), U.S. Ambassador to the Philippines Sung Kim, U.S. Department of Justice

U.S. Provides Php126 Million to Support Filipino Children’s Education During Pandemic

Manila, June 18, 2020 — The U.S. government, through the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID), is providing Php126 million ($2.5 million) to help the Philippine government’s implementation of the Basic Education-Learning Continuity Plan to advance education delivery during the COVID-19 pandemic. Since the COVID-19 emergency began, USAID and the Philippine Department of Education (DepEd) …

By U.S. Embassy Manila | 18 June, 2020 | Topics: Events, News, Press Releases, U.S. & Philippines, U.S. Agencies | Tags: COVID-19, Department of Education, Lawrence Hardy II, USAID, USAID Philippines

U.S. Provides Technical Training on COVID-19 Testing in the Philippines

Manila, June 17, 2020 – The United States, through the Armed Forces Research Institute of Medical Sciences (AFRIMS), led a two-week molecular biology training to strengthen the COVID-19 testing capabilities of Philippine medical technologists. From June 1 to June 12, the U.S. Department of Defense’s Philippines-AFRIMS Virology Research Unit (PAVRU) trained four medical laboratory technologists …

By U.S. Embassy Manila | 17 June, 2020 | Topics: Events, News, Press Releases, U.S. & Philippines | Tags: Armed Forces of the Philippines, COVID-19, U.S. Department of Defense

United States Donates Php54.8M in Supplies to Philippine Bureau of Fire Protection

Manila, June 9, 2020 – On June 4, the United States, through the Defense Threat Reduction Agency (DTRA), presented a donation of Php54.8 million ($1.1 million) in sustainment supplies to the Special Response Units of the Philippine Bureau of Fire Protection (BFP) National Headquarters in Quezon City. The supplies will assist the BFP in fulfilling …

By U.S. Embassy Manila | 9 June, 2020 | Topics: Events, News, Press Releases, U.S. & Philippines, U.S. Agencies | Tags: Bureau of Fire Protection (BFP), COVID-19, U.S. Defense Threat Reduction Agency (DTRA)

U.S. Government Announces New Mindanao-Focused COVID-19 Assistance

Manila, June 5, 2020 – The U.S. Embassy in the Philippines announced today that the U.S. government is providing an additional Php201 million ($4 million) to help support vulnerable populations in Mindanao in the fight against COVID-19, bringing the total amount of U.S. pandemic assistance to the Philippines to over Php978 million ($19.5 million) . On June 2, U.S. …

By U.S. Embassy Manila | 5 June, 2020 | Topics: Ambassador, Events, News, Press Releases, U.S. & Philippines | Tags: Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (BARMM), COVID-19, Marawi, U.S. Ambassador to the Philippines Sung Kim, USAID, USAID Philippines

Embassy Statement Regarding the Visiting Forces Agreement

Manila, June 2, 2020 — On June 1, the Government of the Philippines notified the U.S. Embassy in the Philippines of its decision to suspend termination of the Visiting Forces Agreement. The United States welcomes the Philippine government’s decision. Our long-standing alliance has benefited both countries, and we look forward to continued close security and …

By U.S. Embassy Manila | 2 June, 2020 | Topics: Events, News, Press Releases, U.S. & Philippines | Tags: Visiting Forces Agreement

U.S.-Backed Online Delivery Platform Connects Agricultural Producers with Filipino Consumers During the COVID-19 Pandemic

Manila, June 1, 2020 — The U.S. government, through the United States Agency for International Development (USAID), is supporting Philippine government efforts to help Filipino farmers transport their produce to key markets and address urgent food security issues. USAID worked closely with the Department of Agriculture (DA), Department of Trade and Industry (DTI), and the …

By U.S. Embassy Manila | 1 June, 2020 | Topics: Ambassador, Events, News, Press Releases, U.S. & Philippines, U.S. Agencies | Tags: COVID-19, Department of Trade and Industry, Philippine Department of Agriculture, U.S. Ambassador to the Philippines Sung Kim, USAID, USAID Philippines

Visa Update: New Bank and Payment Options for Applicants

Effective June 1, 2020, the U.S. Embassy in the Philippines will change its banking partner to Rizal Commercial Banking Corporation (RCBC) from Bank of the Philippine Islands (BPI). Visa applicants should pay the non-refundable, non-transferable Machine Readable Visa (MRV) application fee at any RCBC branch. To find an RCBC branch, please visit their website at …

By U.S. Embassy Manila | 31 May, 2020 | Topics: Consular Affairs, News, U.S. & Philippines, Visas | Tags: update

United States and Philippines Honor Fallen Soldiers on Memorial Day

Manila, May 25, 2020 – On Memorial Day, the United States and the Philippines are one in honoring the Filipinos and Americans who served valiantly during the liberation of the Philippines in World War II. In a video message, U.S. Ambassador to the Philippines Sung Kim and Philippine Secretary of National Defense Delfin Lorenzana honored the men and …

By U.S. Embassy Manila | 25 May, 2020 | Topics: Ambassador, Events, History, News, U.S. & Philippines | Tags: #AlliesForFreedom, #FriendsPartnersAllies, Manila American Cemetery, Memorial Day, Secretary of National Defense Delfin N. Lorenzana, U.S. Ambassador to the Philippines Sung Kim

Fact Sheet: U.S. COVID-19 Assistance to the Philippines

The U.S. government and U.S. companies continue to support our Philippine #FriendsPartnersAllies in addressing the COVID-19 pandemic.

By U.S. Embassy Manila | 21 May, 2020 | Topics: News, U.S. & Philippines | Tags: #FriendsPartnersAllies, #goodbUSinessPH, COVID-19

More than 120 Filipinos Join EducationUSA’s Second Annual Media Summit

Manila, May 20, 2020 — More than 120 Filipino students and working professionals participated in the U.S. Embassy in the Philippines’ second annual EducationUSA Media Summit on May 14. The virtual event featured speakers from the New York Film Academy (NYFA) and University of Southern California (USC), and covered college application strategies and communication and …

By U.S. Embassy Manila | 20 May, 2020 | Topics: Education, Events, News, Press Releases, Study in the U.S., U.S. & Philippines | Tags: Education, EducationUSA

U.S. Military Provides Php10 Million in Medical Supplies to Philippine Frontliners

Manila, May 19, 2020 – Service members from the U.S. Army, Marines, and Air Force delivered over Php10 million ($203,000) in personal protective equipment (PPE) and medical supplies to hospitals in ten provinces across the Philippines, working in partnership with the Philippine Coast Guard, Army, Marines, and Air Force. This new donation brings total U.S. …

By U.S. Embassy Manila | 19 May, 2020 | Topics: Events, News, Press Releases, U.S. & Philippines | Tags: #FriendsPartnersAllies, Air Force, COVID-19, philippine coast, Philippine Department of Health (DOH), U.S. Army, U.S. Coast Guard, U.S. Marines

U.S. and Philippine Governments Partner to Speed Up Distribution of SAP Subsidies

Manila, May 18, 2020 – The United States government, through the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID), in partnership with the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD), formally launched the “ReliefAgad” web application on May 14 to speed up the distribution of financial assistance to Filipinos affected by the COVID-19 pandemic. The Department of …

By U.S. Embassy Manila | 18 May, 2020 | Topics: Ambassador, News, Press Releases, U.S. & Philippines, U.S. Agencies | Tags: COVID-19, Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT), Department of Social Welfare and Development, U.S. Ambassador to the Philippines Sung Kim, USAID, USAID Philippines

U.S. Holds Virtual Workshop on Counterterrorism Collaboration During COVID-19 in the Philippines

Manila, May 13, 2020 – Officials from the U.S. Department of Justice in Washington, D.C., Department of Justice in the Philippines, and a Philippine Judge participated in a virtual workshop on counterterrorism hosted by the U.S. Department of Justice’s Office of Overseas Prosecutorial Development, Assistance, and Training (DOJ-OPDAT) in the Philippines on May 11. The …

By U.S. Embassy Manila | 13 May, 2020 | Topics: Alumni, Events, News, Press Releases, U.S. & Philippines | Tags: counterterrorism, COVID-19, Office of Overseas Prosecutorial Development Assistance and Training (OPDAT), U.S. Ambassador to the Philippines Sung Kim, U.S. Department of Justice

United States and Philippines Partner to Support Fisherfolk During COVID-19

Manila, May 12, 2020 – The U.S. government, through the United States Agency for International Development (USAID), has developed an online platform to enable Filipino fisherfolk to sell their produce to consumers amid the ongoing COVID-19 community quarantine. Created as part of USAID’s Fish Right project, Fish Tiangge is an online marketplace that can connect …

By U.S. Embassy Manila | 12 May, 2020 | Topics: Ambassador, News, Press Releases, U.S. & Philippines, U.S. Agencies | Tags: COVID-19, U.S. Ambassador to the Philippines Sung Kim, USAID, USAID Philippines

U.S. Provides Php298 Million in New COVID-19 Assistance to the Philippines

Manila, May 7, 2020 – The U.S. Embassy in the Philippines announced today that the U.S. government is providing an additional Php298 million ($5.9 million) to help support the Philippines in the fight against COVID-19, bringing the total amount of U.S. pandemic assistance to the Philippines to more than Php768 million ($15.2 million). As part …

By U.S. Embassy Manila | 7 May, 2020 | Topics: Ambassador, Events, News, Press Releases, U.S. & Philippines, U.S. Agencies | Tags: COVID-19, U.S. Ambassador to the Philippines Sung Kim, U.S. Department of State, USAID, USAID Philippines

EducationUSA, CHED Lead Virtual Capacity-Building Program for 76 Philippine Universities

Manila, May 5, 2020 — EducationUSA, the U.S. government’s official source of information on U.S. higher education, in partnership with the Philippine Commission on Higher Education (CHED), held the fourth installment of its year-long program, “Pathways to Opportunity: EdUSA-CHED Speaker Series on Internationalization,” on Wednesday, April 29. More than 90 CHED officials, university presidents, directors, …

By U.S. Embassy Manila | 5 May, 2020 | Topics: Alumni, Education, Events, News, Press Releases, U.S. & Philippines | Tags: CHED, COVID-19, EducationUSA, Fulbright

Our Enduring Partnership: Working Together To Defeat COVID-19

Our Enduring Partnership: Working Together To Defeat COVID-19 by U.S. Ambassador to the Philippines Sung Y. Kim Today’s global pandemic severely affects public health, economies and our daily lives. Yet even in these trying times, the resilience and courage of the Philippine people continue to inspire me. From the terrorist attack on Marawi, through devastating …

By U.S. Embassy Manila | 4 May, 2020 | Topics: Ambassador, Events, News, Press Releases, U.S. & Philippines | Tags: COVID-19, Fulbright, U.S. Ambassador to the Philippines Sung Kim, U.S. exchange alumni, YSEALI

U.S. Provides Php269 Million in New COVID-19 Assistance, Total Aid Exceeds Php470 Million

Manila, April 22, 2020 — The U.S. government approved an additional Php269 million ($5.3 million) in health and humanitarian assistance to help support the Philippines in the fight against COVID-19, bringing total U.S. assistance to the Philippines to more than Php470 million ($9.3 million). The U.S. government, through the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID), …

By U.S. Embassy Manila | 22 April, 2020 | Topics: News, Press Releases, U.S. & Philippines, U.S. Agencies | Tags: COVID-19, USAID, USAID Philippines

U.S. Donates COVID-19 Relief Supplies

Manila, April 10, 2020 — U.S. Ambassador to the Philippines Sung Kim announced today the U.S. government’s donation of nearly 1,300 new cots to support the Philippine government’s response to COVID-19. Ambassador Kim stated, “I’m pleased to be able to hand over these new cots, on behalf of the U.S. government, to our Philippine partners. We stand together with …

By U.S. Embassy Manila | 10 April, 2020 | Topics: Ambassador, Events, News, Press Releases | Tags: COVID-19, Office of Civil Defense, Philippine Coast Guard, Philippine General Hospital, Secretary of Foreign Affairs Teodoro Locsin Jr., U.S. Ambassador to the Philippines Sung Kim

U.S., DOH Partner to Combat COVID-19 in the Philippines

Manila, March 17, 2020 — The U.S. Embassy in the Philippines announced today that the U.S. government has committed more than Php139 million ($2.7 million) to support the Philippine Department of Health (DOH) in its response to COVID-19 in the country. The U.S. government, through the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID), will collaborate with …

By U.S. Embassy Manila | 17 March, 2020 | Topics: Events, News, Press Releases, U.S. & Philippines, U.S. Agencies | Tags: COVID-19, DOH, Philippine Department of Health (DOH), USAID, USAID Philippines

U.S. Coast Guard Conducts “Train the Trainer” Course with Philippine Coast Guard

Manila, March 9, 2020 — As part of ongoing U.S.-Philippine cooperation to enhance maritime law enforcement capability, U.S. Coast Guard (USCG) instructors conducted a Small Boat Operations course for eight Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) participants in Manila from February 24 to March 6. “It’s a great exchange of professional knowledge between USCG and PCG. It …

By U.S. Embassy Manila | 9 March, 2020 | Topics: Events, News, Press Releases, U.S. & Philippines, U.S. Agencies | Tags: Philippine Coast Guard, U.S. Coast Guard

USAID and PBEd Partner with McDonald’s Philippines to Offer Work-Based Training Positions for 5,000 Youth

(L-R) U.S. Ambassador Sung Kim joins Chona Torre, Senior Vice President, Human Capital Group, McDonald’s Philippines; Kenneth Yang, President and CEO, McDonald’s Philippines; Dr. George Yang, Chairman and Founder, McDonald’s Philippines; Love Basillote, Executive Director, PBEd; USAID Philippines’ Education Specialist Mir Tillah; Ramon del Rosario, Chair, PBED; Department of Labor and Employment Director Dominique Rubia-Tutay …

By U.S. Embassy Manila | 6 March, 2020 | Topics: Ambassador, Education, Events, Job Opportunities, News, Press Releases, U.S. & Philippines | Tags: Mcdonald's Philippines, Philippine Business for Education, U.S. Ambassador to the Philippines Sung Kim, USAID, USAID Philippines, YouthWorks PH

U.S. Embassy and PDEA Team Up for Drug Abuse Prevention Campaign

Manila, March 6, 2020 — The U.S. Embassy in the Philippines and the Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency (PDEA) have teamed up to launch a nationwide campaign to combat drug use in the country. During a ceremony hosted by Quezon City Mayor Joy Belmonte on Thursday, March 5, PDEA National Capital Region (NCR) Director Joel Plaza …

By U.S. Embassy Manila | 6 March, 2020 | Topics: Events, News, Press Releases, U.S. & Philippines, U.S. Agencies | Tags: Bureau of International Narcotics and Law Enforcement, Dangerous Drugs Board (DDB), INL, PDEA, Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency (PDEA), Quezon City

EducationUSA Fairs in Manila and Cebu Attract Hundreds of Filipino Youth

Manila, March 5, 2020 — EducationUSA, the U.S. government’s official resource for students interested in pursuing higher education opportunities in the United States, welcomed representatives of 26 accredited U.S. universities and colleges to its annual university fairs in Manila and Cebu on February 27 and 28, respectively. Nearly 1,100 students, parents, and educators joined the …

By U.S. Embassy Manila | 5 March, 2020 | Topics: Deputy Chief of Mission, Education, Events, News, Press Releases, Study in the U.S., U.S. & Philippines | Tags: Cebu, Education, education fair, EducationUSA, Manila

USAID Launches First Mindanao Youth Innovation Summit

Manila, March 4, 2020 — The United States Agency for International Development (USAID) on March 3 launched the YOUth Innovate! Summit to engage and recognize young innovators in Mindanao, especially those directly affected by the 2017 Marawi Siege. The summit, organized by USAID and Plan International, highlighted the innovation ideas of 22 youth groups, and …

By U.S. Embassy Manila | 4 March, 2020 | Topics: Events, News, Press Releases, U.S. & Philippines | Tags: Lawrence Hardy II, Marawi, Mindanao, USAID, USAID Philippines, World Water Day

U.S. Embassy Launches Campaign to Raise Public Awareness About Consular Work

Manila, March 3, 2020 — The U.S. Embassy in the Philippines is launching this year its “Pros in Cons” (Professionals in Consular) information campaign, which will raise awareness about immigrant and non-immigrant visa services and operations, debunk myths and combat disinformation about consular services. The “Pros in Cons” campaign is a key component of the …

By U.S. Embassy Manila | 3 March, 2020 | Topics: Consul General, Consular Affairs, News, Press Releases, U.S. & Philippines, U.S. Citizen Services, Visas | Tags: Consul General Russel Brown, immigrant visa, nonimmigrant visa, Pros in Cons, update, visa

U.S. and Philippine Service Members Jointly Volunteer at Day Care

Manila, February 28, 2020 — Soldiers from the U.S. Army Civil Affairs Team and Philippine service members from the Coast Guard District Palawan Civil Relations Service conducted joint education outreach at the West Coast Day Care Center in Palawan on 26 February 2020. Service members spent the day distributing school supplies and spending time with …

By U.S. Embassy Manila | 28 February, 2020 | Topics: Events, News, Press Releases, U.S. & Philippines | Tags: #FriendsPartnersAllies, Palawan, Philippine Coast Guard, U.S. Army

U.S. and Philippine Special Forces Train to Counter Insurgency

Manila, February 27, 2020 — U.S. and Philippine service members conducted joint/combined exchange training (JCET) in Palawan from January to February to develop counterterrorism tactics and skills. U.S. Army Special Operations Forces and elite contingents of the Philippine 18th Special Forces Company conducted joint training that covered a variety of counterterrorism subjects and exercises. Training …

By U.S. Embassy Manila | 27 February, 2020 | Topics: Events, News, Press Releases, U.S. & Philippines | Tags: #FriendsPartnersAllies, counterterrorism, U.S. Army Special Operations Forces, U.S. Department of Defense

USAID Launches Resource Centers for Children with Disabilities

(From left) USAID Director of Office of Education Dr. Thomas LeBlanc, Executive Assistant to the Mayor of Sorsogon Ms. Tess Gonzales, and Sorsogon City Health Officer Dr. Rolando De Alca at the ceremonial handover of an audiometer for the Sorsogon City Health Center under the Gabay Project. Manila, February 21, 2020 — The U.S. government, …

By U.S. Embassy Manila | 21 February, 2020 | Topics: Education, Events, News, Press Releases, U.S. & Philippines, U.S. Agencies | Tags: USAID, USAID Philippines, USAID’s Gabay: Strengthening Inclusive Education for Blind/Deaf Children project

U.S. Sailors and Philippine Marines Build Classroom in Puerto Princesa

Manila, February 21, 2020 — U.S. and Philippine naval engineers celebrated on February 19 the opening of a new two-room classroom they built together in Puerto Princesa, Palawan. “This project provides a much-needed schoolhouse for the Malatgao National Elementary School in Palawan, which will be utilized by over 120 students. We are proud to assist …

By U.S. Embassy Manila | 21 February, 2020 | Topics: Education, Events, News, Press Releases, U.S. & Philippines | Tags: #FriendsPartnersAllies, humanitarian assistance, Humanitarian projects, Philippine Marines, Philippine Navy, Puerto Princesa City, U.S. Navy, U.S. Sailors

U.S. Embassy Commemorates 75th Anniversary of U.S. Flag Raising after Battle of Manila

Manila, February 20, 2020 — On Wednesday, February 19, the U.S. Embassy in the Philippines organized a special flag-raising event to commemorate the 75th anniversary of General Douglas MacArthur’s raising of the U.S. flag over Embassy grounds during the Battle of Manila in 1945. The event is part of an ongoing Embassy series commemorating the …

By U.S. Embassy Manila | 20 February, 2020 | Topics: Ambassador, Embassy, Events, History, News, Press Releases, U.S. & Philippines | Tags: #AlliesForFreedom, World War II

U.S. Conducts Wildlife Crime Scene Investigation Training for Philippine Government

Manila, February 14, 2020 — From February 10 to 14, the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service and the Department of Homeland Security’s Federal Law Enforcement Training Center (FLETC) conducted a Wildlife Crime Scene Investigation course for 19 Philippine government participants in Pasay, Metro Manila. Participants included representatives from the Department of Environment and Natural Resources, …

By U.S. Embassy Manila | 14 February, 2020 | Topics: Deputy Chief of Mission, Environment, Events, News, Press Releases, U.S. & Philippines | Tags: wildlife

EducationUSA to Host 3rd Annual Education Fair in Cebu

Cebu, February 14, 2020— EducationUSA, the U.S. government’s official resource for students interested in pursuing higher education opportunities in the United States, will host its third annual education fair in Cebu on Friday, February 28, from 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm at the Radisson Blu Hotel in Cebu City. This EducationUSA Fair will feature more …

By U.S. Embassy Manila | 14 February, 2020 | Topics: Education, Events, News, Press Releases | Tags: #USstudy, Education, education fair, EducationUSA, international education

EducationUSA to Host 5th Annual Education Fair in Manila

EducationUSA, the U.S. government’s official resource for students interested in pursuing higher education opportunities in the United States, will host its annual education fair in Manila on Thursday, February 27, from 1:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. at the Podium Hall in Ortigas Center, Mandaluyong City.

By U.S. Embassy Manila | 14 February, 2020 | Topics: Education, Events, News, Press Releases | Tags: #USstudy, Education, education fair, EducationUSA, international education

U.S. Conducts Specialized Trainings for Philippine Law Enforcement Agencies

Manila, February 7, 2020 — The U.S. Embassy in the Philippines is currently conducting training courses on science-driven drug investigations and substance abuse prevention for Philippine law enforcement agencies in Quezon City. The first course, provided to 40 members of the Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency (PDEA), is a five-day training on chemical diversion investigations. The …

By U.S. Embassy Manila | 7 February, 2020 | Topics: Events, News, Press Releases, U.S. & Philippines, U.S. Agencies | Tags: Bureau of International Narcotics and Law Enforcement, Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency (PDEA), Philippine National Police, U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration Office

Ambassador Kim Joins DND, UST Officials in Ceremony Honoring WWII Internees

Manila, February 3, 2020 — U.S. Ambassador to the Philippines Sung Y. Kim on Monday joined officials from the Philippine Department of Defense and the University of Santo Tomas (UST) in a wreath laying ceremony honoring the American civilians interned at UST during World War II. UST played a critical role during WWII as the …

By U.S. Embassy Manila | 3 February, 2020 | Topics: Ambassador, Events, News, Press Releases, U.S. & Philippines | Tags: #AlliesForFreedom, U.S. Ambassador to the Philippines Sung Kim, University of Santo Tomas, World War II

U.S. Ambassador Kim Announces Php 5.1 million in Relief Assistance for Communities Affected by Taal Volcano

Nasugbu, Batangas, January 22, 2020 — During a visit to a school serving as an evacuation center in Nasugbu, Batangas on January 22, U.S. Ambassador to the Philippines Sung Y. Kim announced the provision of Php 5.1 million ($100,000) in U.S. government support to those affected by the January 12 Taal volcanic eruption. Ambassador Kim …

By U.S. Embassy Manila | 22 January, 2020 | Topics: Ambassador, Events, News, Press Releases, U.S. & Philippines, U.S. Agencies | Tags: #FriendsPartnersAllies, Batangas, Philippine Disaster Resilience Foundation (PDRF), Taal Volcano, U.S. Ambassador to the Philippines Sung Kim, USAID, USAID Philippines, World Vision

U.S. Government Awards Learning Facility Grants to Marawi’s Displaced Communities

Manila, January 17, 2020 — The United States awarded six micro-grants to community groups composed of Marawi’s displaced citizens and their host families. Mindanao Development Authority (MinDA) Chairman Emmanuel Piñol joined U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) Office of Economic Development and Governance Chief Jeffrey Lehrer at the grants handover ceremony on Wednesday, January 15, …

By U.S. Embassy Manila | 17 January, 2020 | Topics: Events, News, Press Releases, U.S. & Philippines, U.S. Agencies | Tags: Marawi, Marawi Response Project, Mindanao Development Authority (MinDA), USAID, USAID Philippines

President Trump Delivers Remarks to the Media

By U.S. Embassy Manila | 9 January, 2020 | Topics: Events, News, President of the United States

Philippine Competition Commission Partners with Fulbright Philippines to Boost Business Competitiveness and Innovation

Philippine-American Educational Foundation Honorary Board Chairperson and U.S. Ambassador to the Philippines Sung Y. Kim and Philippine Competition Commission Chairperson Arsenio M. Balisacan signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to establish a new staff development program on competition law and policy. Manila, December 20, 2019 — On December 20, Philippine-American Educational Foundation Honorary Board Chairperson …

By U.S. Embassy Manila | 20 December, 2019 | Topics: Ambassador, Education, Events, News, Press Releases, U.S. & Philippines | Tags: Fulbright, Philippine Competition Commission (PCC), Philippine-American Educational Foundation, U.S. Ambassador to the Philippines Sung Kim

Ambassador Kim and NYC Chairman Enriquez Lead YSEALI’s 6th Anniversary Celebration

Youth Panel comprised of NYC Commissioner Paul Pangilinan, World Youth Alliance President Lord Pomperada, U.N. Nutrition Ambassador Cherrie Atilano, Asian Consulting Group President Mon Abrea, and Asian Consulting Group Vice President James Reid share their stories as youth leaders and how they sustain their advocacies. Manila, December 18, 2019 — U.S. Ambassador to the Philippines …

By U.S. Embassy Manila | 18 December, 2019 | Topics: Alumni, Ambassador, Events, News, Press Releases, U.S. & Philippines | Tags: U.S. Ambassador to the Philippines Sung Kim, YOUnified, YSEALI

Holy Name University in Bohol Confers Honorary Degree on U.S. Ambassador Sung Kim

Manila, December 17, 2019 — Holy Name University in Bohol conferred an honorary degree on U.S. Ambassador to the Philippines Sung Kim on Monday, December 16. During the ceremony, Holy Name University President, Father Francisco Estepa awarded Ambassador Kim with the university’s honorary Doctorate of Management in Human Resources in recognition of his valuable contribution …

By U.S. Embassy Manila | 17 December, 2019 | Topics: Ambassador, Events, News, Press Releases | Tags: Bohol, Holy Name University, U.S. Ambassador to the Philippines Sung Kim

U.S. and Philippine Armed Forces Inaugurate U.S.-Funded Peacekeeping Facility

U.S. and Philippine military personnel inaugurated a U.S. funded peacekeeping operations training facility in Tarlac on Thursday, December 12. The center will provide training and administrative services to AFP personnel participating in peacekeeping operations, in support of the Philippines’ international commitments. (Photos courtesy of the Armed Forces of the Philippines) Manila, December 13, 2019 — …

By U.S. Embassy Manila | 13 December, 2019 | Topics: Events, News, Press Releases, U.S. & Philippines, U.S. Agencies | Tags: #FriendsPartnersAllies, Armed Forces of the Philippines, Global Peace Operations Initiative, U.S. Armed Forces, United Nations

U.S. and Philippine Security Forces Provide Medical Care and Supplies to High School in Post-Earthquake Cotabato

Manila, December 10, 2019 — U.S. and Philippine service members conducted medical outreach in Cotabato City, providing medical education and basic care to 228 students at Laureano Ramirez Sebastian High School on Saturday, November 30. The medical civil action program (MEDCAP), was a collaboration between members of the Philippine 6th Infantry Division Hospital, Cotabato Regional …

By U.S. Embassy Manila | 10 December, 2019 | Topics: Events, News, Press Releases, U.S. & Philippines, U.S. Agencies | Tags: #FriendsPartnersAllies, Cotabato, Spirit of America

U.S. and Philippine Partners Inaugurate Philippine National Police Patrol Boat Facility

Manila, December 6, 2019 — Representatives from the U.S. Joint Interagency Task Force West (JIATF West), the U.S. Indo-Pacific Command’s counternarcotics task force in the Indo-Pacific region, and officials from the Philippine National Police – Maritime Group (PNP-MG) presided over a ribbon cutting ceremony for a new PNP-MG patrol boat facility today in Lantawan, Basilan. …

By U.S. Embassy Manila | 6 December, 2019 | Topics: Events, News, Press Releases, U.S. & Philippines | Tags: Philippine National Police Maritime Group (PNP MG), U.S. Indo-Pacific Command, U.S. Joint Interagency Task Force West (JIATF West)

Fact Sheet: U.S. Anti-Narcotics Cooperation with the Philippines

The United States has partnered with Philippine government agencies and law enforcement officials for many years to reduce drug demand, provide training on anti-narcotics techniques, and enhance the criminal justice sector’s ability to handle drug cases. Support for Drug Demand Reduction Since 2017, the U.S. State Department’s Bureau of International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Affairs …

By U.S. Embassy Manila | 5 December, 2019 | Topics: News, U.S. & Philippines, U.S. Agencies | Tags: Bureau of International Narcotics and Law Enforcement, Federal Bureau of Investigation, Office of Overseas Prosecutorial Development Assistance and Training (OPDAT), Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency (PDEA), U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration Office, USAID, USAID Philippines

U.S., Philippines Partner to Train Anew on Prosecuting Online Sexual Exploitation of Children (OSEC)

Manila, November 29, 2019 — The U.S. Embassy in the Philippines, through the U.S. Department of Justice (USDOJ) Office of Overseas Prosecutorial Development, Assistance, and Training (OPDAT), partnered with the Inter-Agency Council Against Trafficking and the International Justice Mission (IJM) to train 72 prosecutors and investigators in Clark, Angeles City from November 19 to 21. …

By U.S. Embassy Manila | 29 November, 2019 | Topics: Events, News, Press Releases, U.S. & Philippines | Tags: IACAT, International Justice Mission (IJM), Office of Overseas Prosecutorial Development Assistance and Training (OPDAT), Prosecuting Online Sexual Exploitation (POSE) trainings

Ambassador Kim Shares Thanksgiving Feast with Tuloy Foundation

In celebration of Thanksgiving, Ambassador Sung Kim shared a meal with the Tuloy Foundation culinary scholars at Enderun Colleges in Taguig City on Tuesday, November 26. The Tuloy Foundation is a non-profit organization for disadvantaged children and youth.

By U.S. Embassy Manila | 27 November, 2019 | Topics: Ambassador, Events, News, Press Releases | Tags: Thanksgiving, Tuloy Foundation, U.S. Ambassador to the Philippines Sung Kim

Filipinos Studying in the U.S. Increases for Third Straight Year

Manila, November 27, 2019 — For the third straight year, the number of Filipinos studying in the United States increased, according to an annual survey of international exchange activity in the United States of America. Based on Open Doors data released this November, 3,320 Filipino students enrolled in U.S. Universities this past year. This is …

By U.S. Embassy Manila | 27 November, 2019 | Topics: Education, Events, News, Press Releases, Study in the U.S., U.S. & Philippines | Tags: #USstudy, EducationUSA, Open Doors

EducationUSA Stages Major Events for International Education Week

Manila, November 26, 2019 — In celebration of International Education Week (IEW) in November, EducationUSA staged a series of education programs, culminating in a college application drive at the Philippine Science High School in Quezon City. On November 18, EducationUSA kicked off the week-long celebration with a workshop for students and prospective Masters of Business …

By U.S. Embassy Manila | 26 November, 2019 | Topics: Education, Events, News, Press Releases, Study in the U.S., U.S. & Philippines | Tags: Commission on Higher Education, Education, EducationUSA, International Education Week

Philippine Judges Receive Financial Crimes and Money Laundering Training

Manila, November 22, 2019 — From November 19 to 20, 2019, the U.S. Embassy in the Philippines continued to partner with the Philippine Judicial Academy in training 24 Mindanao judges on money laundering, terrorist financing, and financial crimes. The workshop included participants from Sulu, Basilan, Marawi, and Zamboanga, all areas of the Philippines which have …

By U.S. Embassy Manila | 22 November, 2019 | Topics: Events, News, Press Releases, U.S. & Philippines | Tags: Mindanao, Philippine Judicial Academy, U.S. Department of Justice

U.S. Embassy Launches New Countering Violent Extremism Program in Cotabato

Manila, November 22, 2019 — Deputy Chief of Mission John Law traveled to Cotabato to launch a new Countering Violent Extremism partnership with local government units and civil society. He also met with BARMM officials to discuss U.S. support for the Bangsamoro Transitional Authority, totaling nearly Php 1 billion ($18.7 million). The new CONVERGE Program …

By U.S. Embassy Manila | 22 November, 2019 | Topics: Deputy Chief of Mission, Events, News, Press Releases | Tags: Bangsamoro Transitional Authority, CONVERGE Program, Cotabato, Deputy Chief of Mission John Law, FORWARD Bangsamoro project, USAID, USAID Philippines

Philippine Maritime Law Enforcement Agencies Conduct U.S.-Funded Underwater Crime Scene Investigation Training

Manila, November 21, 2019 –– As part of ongoing U.S.-Philippine cooperation on underwater crime scene investigation (UCSI), participants from the Philippine National Police – Maritime Group (PNP-MG), Philippine Coast Guard (PCG), and Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources (BFAR) conducted an instructor development course in Batangas from November 4 to 13. This event consisted of …

By U.S. Embassy Manila | 21 November, 2019 | Topics: Events, News, Press Releases, U.S. & Philippines, U.S. Agencies | Tags: Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources, Bureau of International Narcotics and Law Enforcement, INL, Philippine Coast Guard, Philippine National Police Maritime Group (PNP MG), Port of San Diego Harbor Police Department, underwater crime scene investigation

U.S.-Philippines High-Level Dialogues Mark Progress in Combating Child Trafficking

Manila, November 20, 2019 — Senior U.S. and Philippine officials conducted high-level dialogues in Manila and Cebu this week to mark progress in efforts to prosecute and convict child traffickers and provide comprehensive, trauma-informed care for child victims of online child sexual exploitation (OSEC). The dialogues also focused on the progress made in the Philippines …

By U.S. Embassy Manila | 20 November, 2019 | Topics: Events, News, Press Releases, U.S. & Philippines | Tags: Department of Justice, IACAT, Inter-Agency Council Against Trafficking

U.S. Secretary of Defense Visits the Philippines to Reaffirm Strong Bilateral Ties

U.S. Secretary of Defense Mark T. Esper visited the Philippines for the first time as Defense Secretary to reaffirm the steadfast and enduring U.S. – Philippine alliance.

By U.S. Embassy Manila | 19 November, 2019 | Topics: Events, News, Press Releases, U.S. & Philippines | Tags: counterterrorism, Indo-Pacific, Manila American Cemetery, Secretary of Foreign Affairs Teodoro Locsin Jr., Secretary of National Defense Delfin N. Lorenzana, U.S. Department of Defense, U.S. Secretary of Defense Mark T. Esper

Philippines – U.S. Joint Defense Statement Secretary of National Defense, Delfin N. Lorenzana and Secretary of Defense, Mark T. Esper

U.S. Secretary of Defense Mark T. Esper and Philippine Secretary of National Defense Delfin N. Lorenzana met in Manila, Philippines on November 19, 2019, to discuss a broad range of shared security interests and priorities.

By U.S. Embassy Manila | 19 November, 2019 | Topics: Events, Key Officials, News, Press Releases, U.S. & Philippines | Tags: EDCA, Indo-Pacific, Mutual Defense Board and Security Engagement Board, Secretary of National Defense Delfin N. Lorenzana, South China Sea, U.S. Secretary of Defense Mark T. Esper

U.S. Embassy, PNP and Quezon City Government to Host Inaugural Asia Women Leading Law Enforcement Conference in Manila

The U.S. Embassy in the Philippines, in partnership with the Philippine National Police and the Quezon City government, will host the Inaugural Asia Women Leading Law Enforcement Conference from November 18 to 22 at the Novotel Manila Araneta Center in Quezon City.

By U.S. Embassy Manila | 15 November, 2019 | Topics: Events, News, Press Releases, U.S. & Philippines | Tags: Bureau of International Narcotics and Law Enforcement, INL, law enforcement, Philippine National Police, PNP, Quezon City

U.S. and Philippine Security Forces Conduct Lifesaving First Aid Training

U.S. and Philippine service members conducted joint medical training at Camp Siongco, Awang, Datu Odin Sinsuat, Maguindanao from September 20 to 22, to improve critical life-saving skills in combat casualty care.

By U.S. Embassy Manila | 13 November, 2019 | Topics: Events, News, Press Releases, U.S. & Philippines | Tags: AFP, Armed Forces of the Philippines, Maguindanao, U.S. Military

U.S. Military and Philippine Security Forces Conduct Medical Mission in Tawi-Tawi

Manila, November 12, 2019 — U.S. service members, Philippine National Police officers, local government employees, and local health practitioners conducted a joint medical outreach project on Banaran Island, Municipality of Sapa-Sapa, Tawi-Tawi on October 23, 2019. The medical mission provided health services, ranging from preventative medical and dental checkups to minor surgical procedures, for more …

By U.S. Embassy Manila | 12 November, 2019 | Topics: Events, News, Press Releases, U.S. & Philippines | Tags: Philippine National Police, Tawi-Tawi, U.S. Indo-Pacific Command

U.S., Philippine Troops Conduct Second Installation of Artificial Habitat Reefs

Manila, November 12, 2019 — U.S. and Philippine military personnel, local government representatives, non-governmental organizations, and local residents partnered together for a second time to install artificial habitat reefs in Maragondon, Cavite, on October 8, 2019. A total of 60 jackstone-type artificial habitat reefs were installed off the coast. In August, the group also installed …

By U.S. Embassy Manila | 12 November, 2019 | Topics: Environment, Events, News, Press Releases, U.S. & Philippines | Tags: Philippine Air Force, Philippine Army, Philippine Coast Guard, Philippine National Police, Philippine Navy, U.S. Armed Forces

Philippine Coast Guard Conducts Inaugural Course at U.S.-Funded Training Facility in Bulacan

Manila, October 31, 2019 –– In recognition of the extensive U. S. partnership with the Philippine Coast Guard (PCG), U.S. Ambassador Sung Kim visited the Balagtas Training Center to observe the first technical course conducted there on outboard motor maintenance on Thursday, October 30. Commodore Joseph Badajos, Commander of PCG’s Surface Support Force, hosted the …

By U.S. Embassy Manila | 31 October, 2019 | Topics: Ambassador, Events, News, Press Releases, U.S. & Philippines | Tags: Philippine Coast Guard, U.S. Ambassador to the Philippines Sung Kim, U.S. Coast Guard

U.S. Embassy Hosts NASA Space Apps Challenge in Davao and Iloilo

Manila, October 25, 2019 — The United States Embassy in the Philippines, in partnership with Ateneo de Davao University and Central Philippine University, hosted the 2019 National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) Space Apps Challenge in Davao and Iloilo from October 18 to 20. Fourteen teams from Davao and ten teams from Iloilo participated in …

By U.S. Embassy Manila | 25 October, 2019 | Topics: American Spaces, Education, Environment, Events, News, Press Releases, Science & Tech, U.S. & Philippines, U.S. Agencies | Tags: American Spaces Philippines, De La Salle University, NASA, NASA Space Apps Challenge, Philippine Department of Science and Technology, U.S. Government Alumni Association

DOH and USAID Launch E-Learning Platform to Improve Health Care Education

Manila, October 25, 2019 — The Department of Health (DOH), in partnership with the United States Agency for International Development (USAID), formally launched the DOH Academy’s e-learning platform, which will standardize core training content for health workers through online learning modules centralized in one location. The first of its kind in the Philippines, the …

By U.S. Embassy Manila | 25 October, 2019 | Topics: Events, News, Press Releases, U.S. & Philippines, U.S. Agencies | Tags: Department of Health, USAID, USAID Philippines

Joint U.S. – Philippine Anti-Cybersex Operation Rescues Seven Underage Victims in Taguig City

Manila, October 25, 2019 — U.S. Homeland Security Investigations (HSI) agents and the Philippine National Police (PNP)-HSI Transnational Criminal Investigative Unit (TCIU) arrested two Philippine nationals and rescued seven minor victims during an anti-cybersex operation in Taguig, Philippines on October 21, 2019. The successful operation was the result of close cooperation between Philippine and U.S. …

By U.S. Embassy Manila | 25 October, 2019 | Topics: Events, News, Press Releases, U.S. & Philippines, U.S. Agencies | Tags: Homeland Security Investigations, Philippine National Police

U.S., Philippines, and Japan Conclude Maritime Training Activity Sama Sama

The exercise involved sailors, coast guardsmen and Marines from the U.S. and Philippine militaries, as well as sailors from the Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force. Maritime Training Activity Sama Sama focused on regional security cooperation, strengthening maritime partnerships, and enhancing maritime interoperability. Manila, October 23, 2019 — Maritime forces from Japan, Philippines, and the United States …

By U.S. Embassy Manila | 23 October, 2019 | Topics: Events, News, Press Releases, U.S. & Philippines | Tags: Japan, maritime, military, Philippines, Sama Sama, U.S. Navy, USA

U.S., Philippine, and Japanese Forces Conclude Exercise KAMANDAG 3

Philippine and U.S. service members conducted training in amphibious operations, live fire drills, military operations in urban terrain, reconnaissance, low altitude air defense, aviation operations, humanitarian assistance and disaster relief, and other areas. Manila, October 22, 2019 — The Philippines, Japan, and the United States conducted the closing ceremony of exercise KAMANDAG 3 at Marine …

By U.S. Embassy Manila | 22 October, 2019 | Topics: Events, News, Press Releases, U.S. & Philippines | Tags: #FriendsPartnersAllies, Japan Ground Self-Defense Forces, KAMANDAG, Philippine Marines

U.S. Coast Guard Commander Visits Philippines to Commemorate Leyte Landing, Engage with Philippine Coast Guard Partners

Manila, October 18, 2019 — The United States Coast Guard’s commanding officer is conducting a three-day visit to the Philippines to mark the 75th anniversary of the operation that began the Philippines’ World War II liberation, meet with deployed U.S. Coast Guard personnel, and bolster U.S. partnerships with Philippine officials. Adm. Karl L. Schultz, Commandant …

By U.S. Embassy Manila | 18 October, 2019 | Topics: Deputy Chief of Mission, Events, History, News, Press Releases, U.S. & Philippines | Tags: #FriendsPartnersAllies, Deputy Chief of Mission John Law, Leyte, Leyte Landing, Philippine Coast Guard, U.S. Coast Guard

U.S. and Philippine Security Forces Volunteer in Community Coastal Cleanup in Zamboanga City

Manila, October 18, 2019 — U.S. and Philippine service members joined efforts to clean coastal and residential communities in Zamboanga City during the International Coastal Cleanup (ICC) Day on Sept. 21. More than 500 volunteers, including students, local residents, local government employees, non-governmental organizations, and Philippine and U.S. service members participated in the community clean-up …

By U.S. Embassy Manila | 17 October, 2019 | Topics: Environment, Events, News, Press Releases, U.S. & Philippines | Tags: International Coastal Cleanup (ICC) Day, Philippine Army, U.S. Army, Zamboanga

U.S. Embassy to Host NASA Space Apps Challenge in Davao and Iloilo

Manila, October 16, 2019 — The U.S. Embassy in the Philippines will host its second National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) Space Apps Challenge from October 18 to 20. This year, the Embassy is bringing this global event to Davao and Iloilo, in collaboration with the American Corners in Ateneo de Davao University, Central Philippine …

By U.S. Embassy Manila | 16 October, 2019 | Topics: American Spaces, Environment, Events, News, Press Releases, U.S. & Philippines, U.S. Agencies | Tags: American Center, American Spaces Philippines, NASA, NASA Space Apps Challenge

U.S., Philippines, and Japan Kick-off Maritime Training Activity Sama Sama

Manila, October 15, 2019 — The U.S. Navy, Philippine Navy, and Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force launched Maritime Training Activity (MTA) Sama Sama with an opening ceremony in Puerto Princessa on Oct. 14. This is the third iteration of MTA Sama Sama, a maritime exercise designed to promote regional security cooperation, maintain and strengthen maritime partnerships, …

By U.S. Embassy Manila | 15 October, 2019 | Topics: Events, News, Press Releases, U.S. & Philippines | Tags: #FriendsPartnersAllies, Maritime Training Activity Sama Sama, Philippine Navy, U.S. Navy

U.S. Government Promotes Sustainable Natural Resource Management in Coron, Palawan

Manila, October 15, 2019 — The Calamianes Resilience Network, with the support from the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) and the Calamianes Marine Protected Area Network, hosted the first environmental law enforcement summit in Coron, Palawan from October 10 to 11. The summit drew more than 100 representatives from the national and local governments, …

By U.S. Embassy Manila | 15 October, 2019 | Topics: Deputy Chief of Mission, Environment, Events, News, Press Releases, U.S. & Philippines, U.S. Agencies

Philippine Sandiganbayan Justices Discuss Money Laundering and Financial Crimes with U.S. Experts

Manila, October 12, 2019 — 21 Sandiganbayan justices participated in a roundtable with U.S. experts organized by the U.S. Embassy in the Philippines U.S. Department of Justice Office of Overseas Prosecutorial Development, Assistance, and Training (DOJ/OPDAT), the Supreme Court of the Philippines, and the Philippine Judicial Academy. The event aimed to enhance participants’ capabilities, competencies …

By U.S. Embassy Manila | 12 October, 2019 | Topics: Events, News, Press Releases, U.S. & Philippines, U.S. Agencies | Tags: Office of Overseas Prosecutorial Development Assistance and Training (OPDAT), Philippine Judicial Academy, Philippine Supreme Court, Sandiganbayan

New Regional Counterterrorism Training Center to Boost U.S.-Philippine and Regional Cooperation

Manila, October 11, 2019 — As part of our deepening bilateral counterterrorism partnership, today, Philippine Police Chief General Oscar Albayalde and U.S. Ambassador to the Philippines Sung Kim broke ground on a new state-of-the-art Regional Counterterrorism Training Center in the Philippines. The U.S. and Philippine governments will construct and operate the center on the grounds …

By U.S. Embassy Manila | 11 October, 2019 | Topics: Ambassador, Events, News, Press Releases, U.S. & Philippines, U.S. Agencies | Tags: #FriendsPartnersAllies, counterterrorism, Philippine National Police, U.S. Ambassador to the Philippines Sung Kim

U.S., Philippine, Japanese Forces Prepare to Kick Off KAMANDAG 3

Manila, October 7, 2019 — U.S., Philippine and Japanese service members will begin the third annual KAMANDAG exercise on October 9, 2019, to promote multinational military interoperability, readiness, and capabilities. The exercise is scheduled for October 9-18, 2019 at various training sites throughout Luzon and Palawan. During KAMANDAG 3, U.S. and Philippine forces will conduct …

By U.S. Embassy Manila | 7 October, 2019 | Topics: Events, News, Press Releases, U.S. & Philippines | Tags: #FriendsPartnersAllies, counterterrorism, disaster relief operations, humanitarian assistance, Indo-Pacific, KAMANDAG

EducationUSA Stages Major Philippine Events for Literacy Month

Manila, October 2, 2019 — In celebration of National Literacy Month in September, EducationUSA staged a series of education programs all over the Philippines which culminated in a successful graduate studies application drive for more than a hundred working professionals in Manila. On September 7, EducationUSA kicked off the celebration with a workshop for 100 …

By U.S. Embassy Manila | 2 October, 2019 | Topics: Education, Events, News, Press Releases, Study in the U.S. | Tags: Education, EducationUSA

U.S. and Philippine Governments Launch Food for Progress Program

Manila, September 30, 2019 —The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) today launched a new Food for Progress project focused on strengthening sanitary and phytosanitary (SPS) regulatory systems in the Philippines. On Friday, September 27, visiting U.S. Under Secretary of Agriculture for Trade and Foreign Agricultural Affairs Ted McKinney met with Philippine Under Secretary of …

By U.S. Embassy Manila | 30 September, 2019 | Topics: Agriculture, Economic Affairs, Events, News, Press Releases, U.S. & Philippines | Tags: Department of Health, Food for Progress, Philippine Department of Agriculture, U.S. Department of Agriculture

U.S. and Philippine Governments Partner with Private Sector to Expand Sustainable Seafood Markets

(L-R): USAID Fish Right Chief of Party Nygiel Armada, NGOs for Fisheries Reform Director Gregorio dela Rosa, Philippine Association of Crab Processors President Ken Choi, Saravia Blue Crab President Alfonso Gamboa, Department of Agriculture Undersecretary for Fisheries Eduardo Gongona, and USAID Philippines Environment Chief John Edgar participate in an MOU-signing ceremony to expand export potential of the …

By U.S. Embassy Manila | 27 September, 2019 | Topics: Environment, Events, News, Press Releases, U.S. & Philippines, U.S. Agencies | Tags: Department of Agriculture’s Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources, Philippine Department of Agriculture, USAID, USAID Philippines

U.S. and Philippine Forces Conduct Joint Training in Negros Occidental

Manila, September 23, 2019 — U.S. Army Special Forces and Philippine security forces partnered for a joint training exercise at 6th Special Action Battalion Camp, Sagay City, Negros Occidental, from Aug. 26 to Sept. 20. The four-week training, dubbed Badge Piston 19, focused on refining and developing the following disciplines: human rights, law of armed …

By U.S. Embassy Manila | 23 September, 2019 | Topics: Events, News, Press Releases, U.S. & Philippines | Tags: #FriendsPartnersAllies, Philippine Army, Philippine National Police, U.S. Army

U.S. and Philippine Armed Forces Conduct Combined Airborne Operation

Manila, September 23, 2019 — Soldiers from the U.S. 4th Infantry Brigade Combat Team (Airborne), 25th Infantry Division, and the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) are conducting a bilateral airborne operation from September 19 to 25. This type of combined, tactical-level training builds both forces’ technical competence, fosters interoperability, and provides a greater understanding …

By U.S. Embassy Manila | 23 September, 2019 | Topics: Events, News, Press Releases, U.S. & Philippines | Tags: #FriendsPartnersAllies, Armed Forces of the Philippines, U.S. Army

U.S. and Philippine Service Members Hold Medical, Dental Education Exchange in Palawan

Manila, September 20, 2019 — U.S. service members, Philippine Coast Guardsmen, local health workers, and local government employees partnered to conduct a basic medical and dental knowledge expertise exchange in Bataraza, Palawan, from Sept. 17-18. More than 60 participants from the Philippine Coast Guard (PGC) Palawan District, Bataraza Municipality Health Office, Barangay Buliluyan Health Workers, …

By U.S. Embassy Manila | 20 September, 2019 | Topics: Events, News, Press Releases | Tags: #FriendsPartnersAllies, Philippine Coast Guard, U.S. Army

U.S. and Philippines Host Women in Law Enforcement Symposium in Zamboanga City

Philippine National Police Regional Mobile Force Battalion Region 9 (PNP RMFB9) and service members from the United States Army and United States Marine Corps participated in a Women in Law Enforcement Symposium at Camp Colonel Romeo A. Abendan, Zamboanga City, on September 10-12. Manila, September 17, 2019 — U.S. military service members and Philippine police …

By U.S. Embassy Manila | 17 September, 2019 | Topics: Events, News, Press Releases, U.S. & Philippines | Tags: Philippine National Police, U.S. Army, U.S. Marine Corps

U.S. Government Provides Infrastructure and Livelihood Support to Benefit Displaced Maranao

U.S. Embassy Chargé d’Affaires John C. Law addressed the U.S. government-supported 28th Mindanao Business Conference, where he underscored the long-standing partnership between the U.S. and Mindanao, led the handover ceremonies of community grants and a public market, and toured Mindanao State University Iligan Institute of Technology’s Fab Lab. The lab was made possible through donations …

By U.S. Embassy Manila | 16 September, 2019 | Topics: Chargé D’Affaires, Deputy Chief of Mission, Events, News, Press Releases, U.S. & Philippines | Tags: Deputy Chief of Mission John Law, John C. Law, Marawi, USAID, USAID Philippines

U.S. and Philippines Reaffirm Alliance at Mutual Defense Board and Security Engagement Board

Adm. Philip Davidson, Commander of the U.S. Indo-Pacific Command, and Philippine Gen. Benjamin Madrigal Jr., Chief of Staff of the Armed Forces of the Philippines, led the 2019 Mutual Defense Board and Security Engagement Board at Camp Aguinaldo, Quezon City, on Sept. 13. Manila, September 13, 2019 — Adm. Philip Davidson, Commander of the U.S. …

By U.S. Embassy Manila | 13 September, 2019 | Topics: Events, News, Press Releases, U.S. & Philippines | Tags: Armed Forces of the Philippines, Indo-Pacific, Mutual Defense Board and Security Engagement Board, U.S. Indo-Pacific Command

U.S. Government Launches New Literacy Program for Blind, Deaf Children

USAID Mission Director Lawrence Hardy II leads the signing of the pledge of commitment during the launch of USAID’s new education project, Gabay. Together with the Department of Education and Resources of the Blind, USAID will work to give visually and hearing impaired children, including those who are deaf, blind and deaf-blind, access to …

By U.S. Embassy Manila | 12 September, 2019 | Topics: Education, Events, News, Press Releases, U.S. & Philippines | Tags: Lawrence Hardy II, USAID, USAID Philippines, USAID’s Gabay: Strengthening Inclusive Education for Blind/Deaf Children project

U.S. Ambassador Sung Kim meets Philippine Prosecutors during the Inaugural National Convention of Counterterrorism Prosecutors

Manila, September 6, 2019 — Ambassador Kim joined 70 prosecutors from across the country, including 44 prosecutors from Mindanao, in opening the National Convention of Counterterrorism (CT) Prosecutors in Manila. The U.S. Embassy in the Philippines, through the U.S. Department of Justice (U.S. DOJ) Office of Overseas Prosecutorial Development Assistance and Training (OPDAT), partnered with …

By U.S. Embassy Manila | 6 September, 2019 | Topics: Ambassador, Events, News, Press Releases, U.S. & Philippines | Tags: counterterrorism, Department of Justice, Office of Overseas Prosecutorial Development Assistance and Training (OPDAT), U.S. Ambassador to the Philippines Sung Kim

U.S. and Philippines Conduct Assault Amphibious Vehicle Subject Matter Expert Exchange

U.S. and Philippine Marines participated in an Assault Amphibious Vehicle (AAV) subject matter expert exchange (SMEE) in Subic Bay, Philippines, from Aug. 26 – Sept. 6, 2019. The U.S. Marine Corps has partnered with the Philippine Marine Corps for the last eight years to develop skill sets and policies to enable the Philippine Navy and …

By U.S. Embassy Manila | 6 September, 2019 | Topics: Events, News, Press Releases, U.S. & Philippines | Tags: #FriendsPartnersAllies, Philippine Marines, Philippine Navy, U.S. Marine Corps, U.S. Navy

EducationUSA Roadshow Coming to Cordillera

Manila, September 5, 2019 — In celebration of National Literacy Month, EducationUSA will conduct a roadshow in Cordillera from September 11 to 14 to engage Filipinos interested in studying in the United States and raise counselors’ awareness about the importance of digital literacy for the largely digital U.S. college admissions process. EducationUSA advisors will visit …

By U.S. Embassy Manila | 5 September, 2019 | Topics: Education, Events, News, Press Releases, Study in the U.S., U.S. & Philippines | Tags: #USstudy, EducationUSA

EducationUSA Program Highlights Aviation Education in the U.S.

Manila, September 5, 2019 — In collaboration with the Aviation Institute of Maintenance (AIM), an accredited U.S. institution that provides practical and professional aviation skills education, EducationUSA conducted an interactive workshop and discussion on U.S. aviation studies programs for 75 Filipino students and professionals at the U.S. Embassy in the Philippines on Friday, August 30. …

By U.S. Embassy Manila | 5 September, 2019 | Topics: Education, Events, News, Press Releases, Scholarships and Exchanges, Study in the U.S., U.S. & Philippines | Tags: #USstudy, EducationUSA

ASEAN-U.S. Maritime Exercise Begins in Thailand

SATTAHIP, Thailand (NNS) – The U.S. Navy and maritime forces from the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) will begin the first ASEAN-U.S. Maritime Exercise (AUMX) with opening ceremonies at Sattahip Naval Base, Thailand Sept. 2. Co-led by the U.S. and Royal Thai navies, AUMX will consist of pre-sail activities in Thailand, Singapore and Brunei, …

By U.S. Embassy Manila | 3 September, 2019 | Topics: Events, News, U.S. & Philippines | Tags: #FriendsPartnersAllies, ASEAN, ASEAN-U.S. Maritime Exercise, Philippine Navy, U.S. Navy, U.S.-ASEAN

EducationUSA Mini-Fair Brings U.S. Universities to Manila

Manila, August 27, 2019 — EducationUSA, the U.S. government’s official resource for students interested in pursuing higher education opportunities in the United States, will host a Mini-Fair with seven American universities on Tuesday, September 10, from 7:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at the Seda Hotel in Bonifacio Global City. This free event will provide an …

By U.S. Embassy Manila | 27 August, 2019 | Topics: Education, Events, News, Press Releases, Study in the U.S., U.S. & Philippines | Tags: #USstudy, EducationUSA

Chief of Staff of the U.S. Air Force and Commander, Pacific Air Forces, Visit Manila

Manila, August 19, 2019 — Chief of Staff of the U.S. Air Force, General David Goldfein, and Commander, Pacific Air Forces, General Charles Brown, visited Manila from August 15 to 18, 2019. During their time here, the generals met with key policymakers, including Undersecretary of National Defense Cardozo Luna, Chief of Staff of the Armed …

By U.S. Embassy Manila | 19 August, 2019 | Topics: Ambassador, Events, News, Press Releases, U.S. & Philippines | Tags: #FriendsPartnersAllies, Armed Forces of the Philippines, Philippine Air Force, U.S. Ambassador to the Philippines Sung Kim, U.S. Pacific Air Force, U.S. Pacific Air Forces (PACAF)

U.S. Military Divers Assist Philippine Partners in Installing Artificial Reefs

Batangas, August 16, 2019 — U.S. and Philippine service members, local government workers, and non-governmental organizations partnered to install artificial habitat reefs at Barangay Hukay, Calatagan, Batangas on August 15, 2019. The project, dubbed Operation Pamamalakaya, is a collaboration between by the Philippine Air Force, DV Boer Farm, Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources, Community …

By U.S. Embassy Manila | 16 August, 2019 | Topics: Environment, Events, News, Press Releases, U.S. & Philippines | Tags: #FriendsPartnersAllies, Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources, environment, Philippine Air Force, U.S. Military

New Regional Counterterrorism Training Center to Boost U.S.-Philippine and Regional Cooperation

Manila, August 15, 2019 — As part of our deepening bilateral counterterrorism partnership, the U.S. and Philippine governments have agreed to establish a new state of the art Regional Counterterrorism Training Center in the Philippines. Philippine National Police (PNP) Chief, Police General Oscar D. Albayalde and Deputy Chief of Mission John C. Law today signed …

By U.S. Embassy Manila | 15 August, 2019 | Topics: Deputy Chief of Mission, Events, News, Press Releases, U.S. & Philippines | Tags: counterterrorism, Deputy Chief of Mission John Law, Philippine National Police, U.S. Department of State

USS Ronald Reagan Strike Group Conducts Port Call in Manila

U.S. Navy and Philippine Navy sailors participated in friendly games of soccer, basketball, volleyball and tug of war during a Sports Day event on August 8, 2019. Opportunities like these strengthen military to military ties and personal friendships between sailors of both nations. The enduring U.S.-Philippine relationship is a pillar of peace and security in …

By U.S. Embassy Manila | 12 August, 2019 | Topics: Events, News, Press Releases, U.S. & Philippines | Tags: #FriendsPartnersAllies, Indo-Pacific, USS Antietam, USS Chancellorsville, USS Ronald Reagan

U.S. Aircraft Carrier Arrives in the Philippines

The aircraft carrier USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76) leads the Ronald Reagan Strike group, including the Ticonderoga-class missile cruisers USS Antietam (CG 54) and USS Chancellorsville (CG 62) and the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyers USS Benfold (DDG 65) and USS Milius (DDG 69), during a photo exercise in 2018. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication …

By U.S. Embassy Manila | 7 August, 2019 | Topics: Alumni, Events, News, Press Releases, U.S. & Philippines | Tags: #FriendsPartnersAllies, Indo-Pacific, Philippine Navy, U.S. Ambassador to the Philippines Sung Kim, U.S. Navy, USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76)

New U.S. and Philippines Partnership to Boost Reading, Numeracy, and Socio-Emotional Learning for Filipino Students

Manila, July 31, 2019 — As part of its continuing commitment to improve education outcomes for Filipino youth, the U.S. government today launched the Advancing Basic Education in the Philippines (ABC+) project to support Department of Education (DepEd) efforts to strengthen the quality of education in the Philippines. U.S. Chargé d’Affaires John Law and representatives …

By U.S. Embassy Manila | 31 July, 2019 | Topics: Chargé D’Affaires, Deputy Chief of Mission, Education, Events, News, Press Releases, U.S. & Philippines, U.S. Agencies | Tags: Advancing Basic Education in the Philippines (ABC+) project, Department of Education, Deputy Chief of Mission John Law, USAID, USAID Philippines

Filipino Students Receive Millions in Scholarship Offers from U.S. Universities

Manila, July 30, 2019 — Thirty-six Filipino advisees of EducationUSA, the U.S. Department of State’s official source on U.S. higher education information, are receiving more than Php37 million in merit and need-based scholarships from accredited American universities for the upcoming 2019-2020 academic year. EducationUSA advisers worked with these students throughout their college admissions process, including …

By U.S. Embassy Manila | 30 July, 2019 | Topics: Education, Events, News, Press Releases, Scholarships and Exchanges, Study in the U.S., U.S. & Philippines | Tags: EducationUSA

U.S. Government Sponsors Kennedy Space Center Visit for Filipino NASA Space Apps Champions

Manila, July 26, 2019 — The U.S. Embassy in the Philippines sponsored a Kennedy Space Center visit for the Filipino team that won the 2018 NASA Space Apps Challenge in the “Best Galactic Impact” category. Team iNON visited the Kennedy Space Center in Florida from July 22 to 24, 2019 to present their app to …

By U.S. Embassy Manila | 26 July, 2019 | Topics: American Spaces, Events, News, Press Releases | Tags: American Spaces Philippines, ISDApp, NASA, NASA Space Apps Challenge

U.S. and Philippine Partners Conduct a Chemical, Biological, Radiological, and Nuclear Exercise

Manila, July 24, 2019 — The U.S. Defense Threat Reduction Agency (DTRA) is assisting interagency representatives of the Philippine government in conducting a Chemical, Biological, Radiological, and Nuclear (CBRN) exercise from July 24 to 27. DTRA designed the exercise to hone the response skills of the Bureau of Fire Protection (BFP), the officially-mandated CBRN response …

By U.S. Embassy Manila | 24 July, 2019 | Topics: Events, News, Press Releases, U.S. & Philippines | Tags: Bureau of Fire Protection (BFP), Cebu, Chemical Biological Radiological and Nuclear (CBRN) exercise, Davao, U.S. Defense Threat Reduction Agency (DTRA)

U.S. Delivers Military Equipment to the Armed Forces of the Philippines

Manila, July 18, 2019 — U.S. and Philippine service members teamed up to unload and inventory ten M-107 .50 caliber sniper rifles at Camp Aguinaldo on July 17, 2019. Purchased by the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP), this delivery is part of a series of equipment transfers designed to strengthen the AFP’s ability to …

By U.S. Embassy Manila | 18 July, 2019 | Topics: Events, News, Press Releases, U.S. & Philippines | Tags: #FriendsPartnersAllies, AFP modernization, Armed Forces of the Philippines, Clark Air Base, military

U.S. Government Announces Additional Php234 Million for Marawi Relief and Recovery

Jalilah and her family are among more than 30,000 Marawi residents who have benefitted from temporary shelters provided by the U.S. government. An added Php234 million in U.S. government funding will provide shelter assistance to 2,600 additional individuals. (Photo credit: Tiffany Tsang, Catholic Relief Services) Manila, July 18, 2019 —The U.S. government is providing an …

By U.S. Embassy Manila | 18 July, 2019 | Topics: Ambassador, News, Press Releases, U.S. & Philippines | Tags: #FriendsPartnersAllies, Lanao del Sur, Maguindanao, Marawi, U.S. Ambassador to the Philippines Sung Kim, USAID, USAID Philippines

8th Philippines-United States Bilateral Strategic Dialogue (BSD) Joint Statement

Manila, July 17, 2019 — The Republic of the Philippines and the United States of America held the Eighth Bilateral Strategic Dialogue from 15 to 16 July 2019 in Manila, Philippines. Department of Foreign Affairs Undersecretary for Policy Enrique Manalo and Department of National Defense Undersecretary Cesar Yano co-led the Philippine delegation. Assistant Secretary of …

By U.S. Embassy Manila | 17 July, 2019 | Topics: East Asia & Pacific, Events, Key Officials, News, Press Releases, Trade, U.S. & Philippines | Tags: ASEAN, Assistant Secretary of State for East Asian and Pacific Affairs David R. Stilwell, Bilateral Strategic Dialogue (BSD), Indo-Pacific

Peace Corps mourns the loss of Alan Hale

Washington, July 11, 2019 — Peace Corps Response Volunteer Alan Hale, 80, of Bellingham, Wash., died in a bicycling accident at his site in the Philippines on July 11. Hale arrived in Southern Leyte province in October 2018 and worked with local officials to improve solid waste management. He delivered training to more than 2,000 …

By U.S. Embassy Manila | 17 July, 2019 | Topics: News | Tags: Peace Corps, Peace Corps Philippines

Assistant Secretary Stilwell Press Statement on Strategic Priorities in the Philippines

Manila, July 16, 2019 — I was honored to co-chair the U.S.-Philippines Bilateral Strategic Dialogue, July 15-16 in Manila. As a treaty ally, our partnership with the Philippines is critical for realizing our shared vision for a free and open Indo-Pacific, with thriving sovereign nations. A strong U.S.-Philippines alliance deters aggression and promotes regional stability, …

By U.S. Embassy Manila | 16 July, 2019 | Topics: East Asia & Pacific, Key Officials, News, Press Releases, U.S. & Philippines | Tags: #FriendsPartnersAllies, Assistant Secretary of State for East Asian and Pacific Affairs David R. Stilwell, Bilateral Strategic Dialogue (BSD), Indo-Pacific

Marine Aviation Support Activity 19.2

Manila, July 15, 2019 — Marine Aviation Support Activity (MASA) 19.2, a semiannual U.S.-Philippine military exercise focused on mutual defense, counterterrorism, and humanitarian assistance and disaster relief, will take place in the Philippines from July 15 to 25, 2019. U.S. Marines and aircraft from Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron 262 and 3rd Battalion, 6th Marine Regiment, …

By U.S. Embassy Manila | 15 July, 2019 | Topics: Events, News, Press Releases, U.S. & Philippines | Tags: #FriendsPartnersAllies, counterterrorism, disaster relief operations, humanitarian assistance, Marine Aviation Support Activity (MASA), U.S. Marines

Philippine-American Friendship Week Sees Arrival of 75 New Peace Corps Volunteers

Manila, July 15, 2019 — Seventy-five new U.S. Peace Corps Volunteers arrived in Manila on July 7, 2019. They join the more than 9,000 Americans who have served as Peace Corps Volunteers in the Philippines since 1961, making the Philippines the second oldest Peace Corps program. Inspired by President John F. Kennedy, the goal of …

By U.S. Embassy Manila | 15 July, 2019 | Topics: Education, Environment, Events, News, U.S. & Philippines | Tags: Department of Education, Department of Social Welfare and Development, DSWD, Peace Corps, Peace Corps Philippines

United States, Philippines to Hold Eighth Bilateral Strategic Dialogue

Manila, July 12, 2019 — The United States and the Republic of the Philippines will hold the eighth Bilateral Strategic Dialogue (BSD) July 15-16, 2019 in Manila. The BSD brings together senior leaders to discuss cooperation on defense, economics, rule of law, and regional diplomacy between the United States and the Philippines. U.S. Ambassador to …

By U.S. Embassy Manila | 12 July, 2019 | Topics: Ambassador, Events, News, Press Releases, U.S. & Philippines | Tags: Assistant Secretary of State for East Asian and Pacific Affairs David R. Stilwell, Bilateral Strategic Dialogue (BSD), U.S. Ambassador to the Philippines Sung Kim

U.S. Government Awards Grants to Reduce Plastic Pollution in Philippine Oceans

Deputy Chief of Mission Law (center), Department of Environment and Natural Resources Undersecretary Benny Antiporda (far left), and USAID Mission Director Lawrence Hardy (far right), together with the representatives of EcoWaste Coalition and Mother Earth Foundation, which received grants under USAID’s Municipal Waste Recycling Program. Manila, July 11, 2019 — The U.S. government awarded two …

By U.S. Embassy Manila | 11 July, 2019 | Topics: Deputy Chief of Mission, Environment, Events, News, Press Releases, U.S. & Philippines, U.S. and Manila | Tags: Department of Environment and Natural Resources, Deputy Chief of Mission John Law, Manila Bay, USAID, USAID Philippines

USS Montgomery Conducts a Port Visit to Davao City

By U.S. Embassy Manila | 2 July, 2019 | Topics: Deputy Chief of Mission, Events, News, Press Releases, U.S. & Philippines | Tags: Davao, Philippine Sports Commission, USS Montgomery (LCS 8)

USS Montgomery Departs Davao City

Manila, July 2, 2019 — The USS Montgomery, an Independence-class littoral combat ship, departed Davao City on July 1. This was the ship’s first port visit to the Philippines during her first deployment. During the visit, Montgomery hosted local military and civic leaders for an evening reception to celebrate the U.S.-Philippine alliance. U.S. Embassy in …

By U.S. Embassy Manila | 2 July, 2019 | Topics: Deputy Chief of Mission, Events, News, Press Releases, U.S. & Philippines, U.S. Agencies | Tags: Davao, Indo-Pacific, Philippine Sports Commission, USS Montgomery (LCS 8)

U.S.—Philippine Cooperation Leads to Arrests of Illegal Recruiters

Manila, July 1, 2019 — The U.S. Embassy in the Philippines commends the National Bureau of Investigation-Anti-Organized Crime Division (NBI-AOCD) for the arrests of Irmalyn Melodias-Torres and Gerald Melodias for large-scale illegal recruitment. NBI-AOCD executed the arrests on June 20 in Quezon City and June 21 in Valenzuela City. This successful international effort came as …

By U.S. Embassy Manila | 1 July, 2019 | Topics: Events, News, Press Releases, U.S. & Philippines | Tags: National Bureau of Investigation, U.S. Embassy Diplomatic Security Service Overseas Criminal Investigations office

USS Montgomery Arrives in Davao City

Manila, June 29, 2019 — The Independence-class littoral combat ship USS Montgomery (LCS 8) arrived in Davao City on June 29 for the ship’s first port visit to the Philippines during her first deployment. Rear Adm. Joey Tynch, commander, Logistics Group Western Pacific, stressed the importance of the U.S.-Philippine partnership. “Our navies, just like …

By U.S. Embassy Manila | 29 June, 2019 | Topics: Events, News, Press Releases | Tags: Davao, Indo-Pacific, U.S. 7th Fleet, U.S. Navy, USS Montgomery (LCS 8)

U.S. and Philippines Train Prosecutors and Investigators to Combat Online Sexual Exploitation of Children

Davao City, June 21, 2019 — The U.S. Embassy in the Philippines partnered with the Inter-Agency Council Against Trafficking (IACAT) and the International Justice Mission (IJM) to train 60 prosecutors and investigators in combatting online sexual exploitation of children (OSEC) from June 17 to 20 in Davao City. The training was implemented through the U.S. …

By U.S. Embassy Manila | 21 June, 2019 | Topics: Ambassador, Events, News, Press Releases, U.S. & Philippines, U.S. Agencies | Tags: cybercrime, IACAT, International Justice Mission (IJM), Office of Overseas Prosecutorial Development Assistance and Training (OPDAT), Philippine Supreme Court, U.S. Ambassador to the Philippines Sung Kim

U.S.-Philippine Cooperation Leads to Arrest of U.S. Fugitive in Davao

Davao, June 19, 2019 — The U.S. Embassy in the Philippines commends the Philippine Bureau of Immigration (BI) for the arrest of a U.S. citizen fugitive in Davao. The successful arrest occurred in collaboration with Homeland Security Investigations (HSI) officers in Manila and Connecticut, as well as the Department of State Assistant Regional Security Office/ …

By U.S. Embassy Manila | 19 June, 2019 | Topics: News, U.S. & Philippines, U.S. Agencies | Tags: Homeland Security Investigations

U.S. Homeland Security Investigations and Philippine National Police Partner on Anti-Cybersex Rescue Operation in Antipolo City

Antipolo City, May 31, 2019 — The U.S. Embassy in the Philippines commends the Philippine National Police (PNP)-HSI Transnational Criminal Investigative Unit (TCIU) and the PNP Women and Children Protection Center (WCPC) for the arrest of Philippine citizen Kechelle Abayon and the rescue of five children in Antipolo City. The coordinated effort was successful thanks in …

By U.S. Embassy Manila | 19 June, 2019 | Topics: News, U.S. & Philippines, U.S. Agencies | Tags: cybercrime, Department of Social Welfare and Development, Homeland Security Investigations, International Justice Mission (IJM), National Bureau of Investigation, Philippine Department of Justice, Philippine National Police

U.S.-Philippine Cooperation Leads to the Rescue of One Child and an Arrest for Sexual Exploitation and Abuse

Manila, May 27, 2019 — The U.S. Embassy in the Philippines commends the Philippine National Police (PNP)-Homeland Security Investigations (HSI) Transnational Criminal Investigative Unit (TCIU), in collaboration with the PNP Women and Children Protection Center and the Philippine Bureau of Immigration (BI), for the arrest of a U.S. citizen and the rescue of a child. …

By U.S. Embassy Manila | 19 June, 2019 | Topics: News, U.S. & Philippines, U.S. Agencies | Tags: bureau, Homeland Security Investigations, Philippine National Police

U.S. Government and ADB Partner to Expand Asia’s Sustainable Energy Market

Manila, June 18, 2019 — The U.S. government launched a partnership with the Asian Development Bank (ADB) June 18 to accelerate the transition to a sustainable, secure, and market-driven energy sector in Asia. U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) Asia Bureau Acting Assistant Administrator Gloria Steele and ADB Strategy, Policy, and Review Department Director General …

By U.S. Embassy Manila | 18 June, 2019 | Topics: Events, News, Press Releases, U.S. & Philippines, U.S. Agencies | Tags: Asian Development Bank, USAID

U.S. Government Awards Grants to Marawi’s Displaced Communities

Members of the Kangiginawae Ko Masa organization receive a grant certificate from USAID Acting Mission Director Patrick Wesner (third from right) and Task Force Bangon Marawi Field Office Manager Assistant Secretary Felix Castro, Jr. (second from right) during the community grants handover event in Marawi City. Marawi City, June 17, 2019 — As part of …

By U.S. Embassy Manila | 17 June, 2019 | Topics: Events, News, Press Releases, U.S. & Philippines, U.S. Agencies | Tags: Marawi, Marawi Response Project, Mindanao, USAID, USAID Philippines

U.S. Embassy and Ninoy and Cory Aquino Foundation Recognize Outstanding Journalist and Public Servant

Manila, June 11, 2019 — The U.S. Embassy, in partnership with the Ninoy and Cory Aquino Foundation (NCAF), recognized the accomplishments of Karen Davila of ABS-CBN and Dr. Marylendra “Neth” Penetrante of the Children & Youth Wellness Technical and Advocacy Center by awarding them with the 2019 Ninoy and Cory Aquino Awards for Journalism and …

By U.S. Embassy Manila | 11 June, 2019 | Topics: Events, News, Press Releases, U.S. & Philippines | Tags: Exchange program, IVLP, Karen Davila, Marylendra Penetrante

U.S., Philippines, and Indonesia Partner to Enhance Counterterrorism Capabilities

General Santos City, May 30, 2019 — Prosecutors, law enforcement officials, and legal experts from the United States, Philippines, and Indonesia came together from May 22 to 23 for a workshop on effective investigations and prosecutions of terrorism cases. The U.S. Embassy in the Philippines, through the U.S. Department of Justice (U.S. DOJ) Office of …

By U.S. Embassy Manila | 30 May, 2019 | Topics: Deputy Chief of Mission, Events, News, Press Releases, U.S. & Philippines | Tags: counterterrorism, Department of Justice, Deputy Chief of Mission John Law, Office of Overseas Prosecutorial Development Assistance and Training (OPDAT), Philippine Department of Justice

U.S. Embassy Strengthens Philippine Law Enforcement Drug Demand Reduction Programs

The U.S. Department of State’s Bureau of International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Affairs (INL) collaborated with the Philippine Dangerous Drugs Board and the Sri Lanka-based Colombo Plan to strengthen drug demand reduction initiatives in the Philippines. Fifty-two officers from the Philippine National Police, the Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency, the Bureau of Jail Management and Penology, …

By U.S. Embassy Manila | 25 May, 2019 | Topics: News, U.S. & Philippines | Tags: Drug Demand Reduction, INL

Haquathon

SEARCH FOR TECH-BASED SOLUTIONS TO SAVE OUR SEAS NOW OPEN! U.S. Embassy in the Philippines and Save Philippine Seas (SPS) are pleased to announce the call for applications to the Haquathon, a search for tech-based solutions to save our seas. The Haquathon seeks Philippine-based individuals, groups, or organizations to create and pilot solutions that address coastal- and marine-related sustainability issues. Proposals may be a …

By U.S. Embassy Manila | 20 May, 2019 | Topics: American Spaces, Environment, News | Tags: American Spaces Philippines, Haquathon, Save Philippine Seas

U.S. Pacific Air Forces Commander’s Visit to Manila Enhances Partnership with Philippine Air Force

Manila, May 17, 2019 — U.S. Pacific Air Forces (PACAF) Commander Gen. Charles Q. Brown Jr. traveled to the Philippines from May 15 to 17 to meet with senior officials from the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) and the Philippine Air Force (PAF). “Our relationship with the Philippines is one of our most enduring …

By U.S. Embassy Manila | 17 May, 2019 | Topics: Events, News, Press Releases, U.S. & Philippines | Tags: Armed Forces of the Philippines, Philippine Air Force, U.S. Pacific Air Forces (PACAF)

U.S. Government and PBEd Launch Recruitment Drive for Work-Based Training Opportunities for Youth

Manila, May 17, 2019 — The U.S. government and Philippine Business for Education (PBEd) launched YouthWorks PH Recruitment Drive, part of a five-year, Php1.8 billion public-private partnership to provide life skills and employability workshops for at least 20,000 unemployed, out-of-school youth ages 18-24. YouthWorks PH will connect youth to work-based training opportunities. U.S. Ambassador to …

By U.S. Embassy Manila | 17 May, 2019 | Topics: Ambassador, Events, News, Press Releases, U.S. & Philippines, U.S. Agencies | Tags: Philippine Business for Education, U.S. Ambassador to the Philippines Sung Kim, USAID, USAID Philippines, YouthWorks PH

U.S., Philippine Coast Guards Conduct Joint Search and Rescue Exercise

South China Sea, May 15, 2019 — The U.S. Coast Guard Cutter Bertholf (WMSL 750) and vessels from the Philippine Coast Guard conducted joint search-and-rescue exercises on May 14. The Bertholf, a 418-foot National Security Cutter based in Alameda, California, trained with the Philippine Coast Guard patrol vessels BRP Batangas and BRP Kalanggaman on small …

By U.S. Embassy Manila | 15 May, 2019 | Topics: Events, News, Press Releases, U.S. & Philippines, U.S. Agencies | Tags: BRP Batangas, BRP Kalanggaman, Philippine Coast Guard, U.S. 7th Fleet, U.S. Coast Guard, U.S. Coast Guard Cutter Bertholf (WMSL 750)

U.S. Coast Guard National Security Cutter Bertholf visits Manila

Manila, May 15, 2019 — The U.S. Coast Guard Cutter Bertholf (WMSL 750) arrived in Manila, Philippines for the first visit by a U.S. cutter to the country in over 7 years. The visit follows a bilateral exercise with the Philippine Coast Guard on May 14 in which Bertholf and Philippine San Juan-class patrol vessel …

U.S. Embassy’s Statement on Philippine Elections

May 15, 2019 — The United States congratulates the people of the Philippines on the completion of the 2019 midterm elections. The campaigning and turnout for the elections are a testament to the Philippines’ vibrant democracy. The Philippines and the United States have an enduring alliance, which is strengthened by shared commitment to democratic values and …

By U.S. Embassy Manila | 15 May, 2019 | Topics: News | Tags: Philippine elections

U.S., Philippines Celebrate Successful Partnership that Expanded Opportunities for 25,000+ Out-of-School Youth

Manila, May 3, 2019 — The U.S. and Philippine governments celebrated the successful conclusion of the six-year, Php832-million Mindanao Youth for Development (MYDev) project. The partnership between the United States Agency for International Development (USAID), Technical Education and Skills Development Authority (TESDA), Department of Education (DepEd), and 11 local government units across Mindanao expanded access …

By U.S. Embassy Manila | 3 May, 2019 | Topics: Education, Events, News, Press Releases, U.S. & Philippines, U.S. Agencies | Tags: Department of Education, Lawrence Hardy II, Mindanao, Mindanao Youth for Development (MYDev), TESDA, USAID, USAID Philippines

U.S. CBP and EXBS Program Conducts International Seaport Interdiction Training

Olongapo City, April 30, 2019 – U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) conducted an International Seaport Interdiction Training (ISIT) for 21 officers from Philippine agencies on seaport interdiction and law enforcement. The ISIT provided a combination of classroom and practical exercises. The classroom lectures focused on techniques to detect smuggled contrabands, identify weapons of mass …

By U.S. Embassy Manila | 30 April, 2019 | Topics: Events, News, Press Releases, U.S. & Philippines | Tags: U.S. Customs and Border Protection

U.S. Embassy Launches New English Access Programs

Manila, April 15, 2019 — The U.S. Embassy in the Philippines launched new English Access Microscholarship Programs in Quezon City and in Taguig. The Access Program provides 13 to 20 year-old students from low income communities with a foundation in English during two years of afterschool instruction and intensive summer learning activities. Working in partnership …

By U.S. Embassy Manila | 15 April, 2019 | Topics: Education, English Language Learning, Events, News, Press Releases, U.S. & Philippines | Tags: English Access Microscholarship Program

U.S. Trains Office of the Ombudsman Investigators and Prosecutors on Cyber Investigations and Digital Evidence

Manila, April 11, 2019 — The U.S. Embassy in the Philippines partnered with the Office of the Ombudsman to train 35 anti-graft investigators and prosecutors on cyber investigations and digital evidence from March 27 to 28. The training was implemented through the U.S. Department of Justice (U.S. DOJ) Office of Overseas Prosecutorial Development, Assistance, and …

By U.S. Embassy Manila | 11 April, 2019 | Topics: Deputy Chief of Mission, Events, News, Press Releases, U.S. & Philippines, U.S. Agencies | Tags: John C. Law, Office of Overseas Prosecutorial Development Assistance and Training (OPDAT), Office of the Ombudsman, U.S. Department of Justice

Remarks by Deputy Chief of Mission John C. Law at the 77th Day of Valor (Araw ng Kagitingan) Ceremony

77th Day of Valor Ceremony Deputy Chief of Mission John C. Law Remarks Mount Samat National Shrine in Bataan, April 9, 2019 As delivered Secretary Año, Madame Vice President, Congressman Garcia, Ambassador Haneda, His Excellency the Papal Nuncio, distinguished guests and most especially our honored veterans, their families and their loved ones. Magandang umaga sa …

By U.S. Embassy Manila | 9 April, 2019 | Topics: Deputy Chief of Mission, Events, News, Speeches, U.S. & Philippines | Tags: Araw ng Kagitingan, Bataan, Day of Valor, Mount Samat National Shrine

U.S. Trains Philippine Supreme Court and Court of Appeals Justices on Cybercrime

Seated, from left to right: Supreme Court Associate Justices Rosemari Carandang, Andres Reyes Jr., Estela Perlas-Bernabe, Antonio Carpio, Chief Justice Lucas Bersamin, Associate Justices Mariano Del Castillo, Marvic Leonen, Alexander Gesmundo, and Amy Lazaro-Javier. Standing, from left to right: Court Administrator Midas Marquez, U.S. Department of Justice (U.S. DOJ) Office of Overseas Prosecutorial Development, Assistance, …

By U.S. Embassy Manila | 3 April, 2019 | Topics: Events, News, Press Releases, U.S. & Philippines, U.S. Agencies | Tags: cybercrime, Office of Overseas Prosecutorial Development Assistance and Training (OPDAT), Philippine Supreme Court, U.S. Department of Justice

U.S. and Philippine Forces Come Together for the Opening Ceremony of Balikatan 2019

(Left to right) Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) Lt. Gen. Gilbert I. Gapay, commanding general of the Southern Luzon Command and exercise co-director; Department of National Defense Undersecretary Cardozo M. Luna; Ambassador Kim; Gen. Benjamin R. Madrigal Jr., Chief of Staff of the AFP; and U.S. Marine Corps Brig. Gen. Christopher A. McPhillips, commanding …

By U.S. Embassy Manila | 2 April, 2019 | Topics: Ambassador, Events, News, Press Releases, U.S. & Philippines, U.S. Agencies | Tags: #FriendsPartnersAllies, Armed Forces of the Philippines, Balikatan, Balikatan 35-2019, U.S. Ambassador to the Philippines Sung Kim

U.S. and Tagbilaran City Partner to Expand Access to Safe Drinking Water

Tagbilaran City officials at Tagbilaran City’s World Water Day celebration, led by Mayor John Geesnell Yap (fifth from left) and joined by USAID representatives Marian Cruz-Navata (fourth from left) and Bernadette Cariaga (second from left). With USAID assistance, the city government has improved water services, including upgrading water pipes and the metering system. Tagbilaran City, …

By U.S. Embassy Manila | 21 March, 2019 | Topics: Environment, Events, News, Press Releases, U.S. & Philippines, U.S. Agencies | Tags: Tagbilaran City, USAID, USAID Philippines, World Water Day

Philippines Barangay Blue Ridge Visits the USS Blue Ridge

Manila, March 21, 2019 — U.S. 7th Fleet Flagship USS Blue Ridge (LCC 19) and embarked 7th Fleet staff welcomed residents of Quezon City’s Barangay Blue Ridge B for a ship tour while docked in Manila, Philippines on March 17. Because the USS Blue Ridge and Barangay Blue Ridge B share a namesake, the Blue …

By U.S. Embassy Manila | 21 March, 2019 | Topics: Events, News, Press Releases, U.S. & Philippines | Tags: #FriendsPartnersAllies, U.S. 7th Fleet, U.S. Navy, USS Blue Ridge

U.S.-Philippine Cooperation Leads to Arrest of U.S. Fugitive

Pampanga, March 18, 2019 — U.S. Homeland Security Investigations (HSI) agents, the Philippine National Police (PNP) Manila Police District/Special Operations Unit (SOU), and the Philippine Bureau of Immigration (BI)/Fugitive Search Unit (FSU) arrested a U.S. fugitive wanted on child pornography-related charges in Angeles City, Pampanga on March 16. The successful operation was a result of …

By U.S. Embassy Manila | 18 March, 2019 | Topics: News, Press Releases, U.S. & Philippines, U.S. Agencies | Tags: Homeland Security Investigations, Philippine National Police

Humanitarian Projects Begin throughout Luzon in Support of Exercise Balikatan 19

Manila, March 15, 2019 — Multinational forces began humanitarian and civic assistance projects as part of exercise Balikatan 2019 on March 12. Philippine, U.S., and Australian forces attended ground-breaking ceremonies for the renovation of three elementary schools in Orani, Bataan Province; Pangil, Laguna Province; and San Juan, Batangas Province as well as a health clinic …

By U.S. Embassy Manila | 15 March, 2019 | Topics: Events, News, Press Releases, U.S. & Philippines | Tags: #FriendsPartnersAllies, Balikatan, Balikatan 35-2019

USS Blue Ridge Arrives in Manila

Manila, March 13, 2019 — U.S. 7th Fleet flagship USS Blue Ridge (LCC 19) and embarked 7th Fleet staff arrived in Manila today for the ship’s first port visit to the Philippines since 2016. The Blue Ridge and 7th Fleet team have longstanding ties with the Philippines and this port visit offers opportunities to reconnect …

By U.S. Embassy Manila | 13 March, 2019 | Topics: Events, News, Press Releases, U.S. & Philippines, U.S. and Manila | Tags: Indo-Pacific, Philippine Navy, U.S. 7th Fleet, USS Blue Ridge

U.S. and Philippines Kick Off Pacific Partnership 2019

(L-R) Royal Australian Navy Capt. Brendon Zilko, Commander of the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) Central Command Lt. Gen. Noel Clement, Department of National Defense Office of Civil Defense Undersecretary Ricardo B. Jalad, Tacloban City Mayor Cristina Romualdez, U.S. Embassy in the Philippines Deputy Chief of Mission John C. Law, Commander of Hawaii National …

By U.S. Embassy Manila | 12 March, 2019 | Topics: Deputy Chief of Mission, Events, News, Press Releases, U.S. & Philippines | Tags: disaster preparedness, Indo-Pacific, John C. Law, Pacific Partnership, Tacloban, U.S. Navy

2019 EducationUSA Fairs in Cebu and Manila Attract Record Attendance of More Than 2,600

Manila, March 8, 2019 — EducationUSA, the U.S. government’s official resource for students interested in pursuing higher education opportunities in the United States, welcomed 43 accredited university and college representatives from the United States to its annual university fairs in Cebu and Manila on February 28 and March 1. Nearly 800 students, parents, and educators …

By U.S. Embassy Manila | 8 March, 2019 | Topics: Ambassador, Education, Events, News, Press Releases, U.S. & Philippines | Tags: Education, education fair, EducationUSA

U.S. and Philippines Train Metro Manila Judges on Financial Crimes

Manila, March 8, 2019 — The U.S. Embassy in the Philippines, through the U.S. Department of Justice Office of Overseas Prosecutorial Development, Assistance and Training (OPDAT), partnered with the Philippine Judicial Academy (PHILJA) to train 24 Metro Manila judges on financial crimes and money laundering from February 26 to 27 in Makati City. U.S. District …

By U.S. Embassy Manila | 8 March, 2019 | Topics: Events, News, Press Releases, U.S. & Philippines, U.S. Agencies | Tags: Office of Overseas Prosecutorial Development Assistance and Training (OPDAT), Philippine Judicial Academy

U.S. Secretary of State’s Visit Reaffirms Strong U.S.-Philippines Ties

Manila, March 1, 2019 – U.S. Secretary of State Michael R. Pompeo reaffirmed the strong ties and enduring alliance between the United States and the Philippines during his first visit to the Philippines as Secretary of State. Secretary Pompeo met with President Rodrigo Duterte on February 28 to discuss the importance of the bilateral relationship …

By U.S. Embassy Manila | 1 March, 2019 | Topics: Ambassador, Events, News, Press Releases, U.S. & Philippines, US Secretary of State | Tags: American Chamber of Commerce of the Philippines, Michael R. Pompeo, Philippine Ambassador to the United States Jose Manuel Romualdez, President Rodrigo Roa Duterte, Secretary of Foreign Affairs Teodoro Locsin Jr., U.S. Ambassador to the Philippines Sung Kim

U.S. Secretary of State Pompeo Arrives in Philippines, Meets with President Duterte

Manila, February 28, 2019 — U.S. Secretary of State Michael R. Pompeo met with President Rodrigo Duterte upon his arrival to the Philippines on Thursday, February 28. The meeting underscored our cooperation on bilateral and regional security issues. Secretary Pompeo arrived at the Villamor Air Base in Pasay City on Thursday at 8:36 p.m. and …

By U.S. Embassy Manila | 28 February, 2019 | Topics: Events, News, Press Releases, U.S. & Philippines | Tags: #FriendsPartnersAllies, Michael R. Pompeo, President Duterte, President Rodrigo Roa Duterte, Secretary of State

U.S. Homeland Security Investigations and Philippine National Police Partner to Rescue Underage Victims during an Anti-cybersex Operation in Taguig

U.S. Homeland Security Investigations (HSI) agents and the Philippine National Police (PNP)-HSI Transnational Criminal Investigative Unit (TCIU) arrested two Philippine nationals and rescued nine minor victims during an anti-cybersex operation in Taguig, Philippines on February 16, 2019. The successful operation was a result of close cooperation between Philippine and U.S. authorities. HSI Manila, the PNP-HSI …

By U.S. Embassy Manila | 28 February, 2019 | Topics: News, U.S. & Philippines | Tags: HSI, PNP

U.S. and Philippine Armies Launch Exercise Salaknib 19

Manila, February 27, 2019 — The Armed Forces of the Philippines and U.S. Army Pacific will participate in Exercise Salaknib 2019, which will be conducted in and around Fort Magsaysay, Palayan, and Nueva Ecija, Philippines from March 4 to 24, 2019. The U.S. Army 7th Infantry Division Commander Maj. Gen. Willard M. Burleson III and …

By U.S. Embassy Manila | 27 February, 2019 | Topics: Events, News, Press Releases, U.S. & Philippines | Tags: #FriendsPartnersAllies, disaster relief operations, humanitarian assistance, Philippine Army, SALAKNIB, U.S. Army Pacific

U.S., Philippines Launch Strategy for Innovation and Growth

Manila, February 19, 2019 — The U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) and the Philippine Association of State Universities and Colleges (PASUC) launched a strategy to build innovation capacity among public higher education institutions throughout the country on February 12, 2019. The strategy recognizes the critical role of university systems in preparing Filipino students for …

By U.S. Embassy Manila | 20 February, 2019 | Topics: Education, Events, News, Press Releases, U.S. & Philippines, U.S. Agencies | Tags: STRIDE, USAID, USAID Philippines

Commander of U.S. Marine Forces Pacific Lt. Gen. Craparotta Visits Manila, Emphasizes U.S.-Philippine Alliance

Manila, February 18, 2019 — Lieutenant General Lewis A. Craparotta, Commander of U.S. Marine Forces Pacific (MARFORPAC), visited the Philippines from February 16 to 18 and emphasized the importance of the U.S.-Philippine alliance to the Indo-Pacific region. During his visit, Craparotta met with the Chief of Staff of the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) …

By U.S. Embassy Manila | 18 February, 2019 | Topics: Events, Key Officials, News, Press Releases, U.S. & Philippines | Tags: #FriendsPartnersAllies, Armed Forces of the Philippines, Philippine Marines, U.S. Marine Forces Pacific, U.S. Marines

U.S.-Philippine Partnership Fosters Citizen Engagement and Good Governance in Mindanao

Cebu City, February 14, 2019 — The U.S. and Philippine governments celebrated the accomplishments of a six-year U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) project that has worked to improve peace and stability in conflict-affected areas in Mindanao. The Enhancing Governance, Accountability and Engagement (ENGAGE) project is a six-year, Php 860 million U.S.-Philippine partnership to advance …

By U.S. Embassy Manila | 14 February, 2019 | Topics: Events, News, Press Releases, U.S. & Philippines, U.S. Agencies | Tags: Department of Interior and Local Government, Enhancing Governance Accountability and Engagement (ENGAGE) project, Marawi, Mindanao, Mindanao Development Authority (MinDA), Office of the Presidential Adviser for the Peace Process, Task Force Bangon Marawi, USAID, USAID Philippines

EducationUSA to Host 2nd Education Fair in Cebu City, Philippines

Cebu, February 12, 2019 — EducationUSA, the U.S. government’s official resource for students interested in pursuing higher education opportunities in the United States, will host its second annual education fair in Cebu on Thursday, February 28 from 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm at the Radisson Blu Hotel. The EducationUSA Fair will feature more than 30 …

By U.S. Embassy Manila | 12 February, 2019 | Topics: Education, Events, News, Press Releases, Study in the U.S. | Tags: education fair, EducationUSA

EducationUSA to Host 4th Annual Education Fair in Manila

Manila, February 12, 2019 — EducationUSA, the U.S. government’s official resource for students interested in pursuing higher education opportunities in the United States, will host its annual education fair in Manila on Friday, March 1 from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. at the Shangri-La at the Fort, Bonifacio Global City, Taguig. The EducationUSA Fair will …

By U.S. Embassy Manila | 12 February, 2019 | Topics: Education, Events, News, Press Releases, Study in the U.S. | Tags: education fair, EducationUSA

U.S., Philippines Unveil New Coast Guard Maritime Training Facility

Bulacan, February 11, 2019 – The United States and the Philippines jointly unveiled the Outboard Motor Center of Excellence, a new maritime training facility, in Balagtas, Bulacan on February 11. The U.S. government funded the Php 39 million facility, which will enhance the Philippine Coast Guard’s capacity to train its workforce and sustain its equipment. …

By U.S. Embassy Manila | 11 February, 2019 | Topics: Deputy Chief of Mission, Events, News, Press Releases, U.S. & Philippines | Tags: #FriendsPartnersAllies, Bureau of International Narcotics and Law Enforcement, John C. Law, JUSMAG, Philippine Coast Guard, U.S. Coast Guard

U.S. Partners with Philippines to Improve Broadband Access

Manila, February 7, 2019 — The U.S. Embassy in the Philippines awarded a Php 23.8 million grant to the Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT) to support implementation of the Philippines National Broadband Network Project. U.S. Ambassador to the Philippines Sung Kim and DICT Acting Secretary Eliseo M. Rio, Jr. signed the grant during …

By U.S. Embassy Manila | 7 February, 2019 | Topics: Ambassador, Events, News, Press Releases, Science & Tech, U.S. & Philippines | Tags: Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT), U.S. Ambassador to the Philippines Sung Kim, U.S. Trade and Development Agency (USTDA)

U.S. and Philippine Air Forces conclude the Bilateral Air Contingent Exercise – Philippines (BACE-P)

Members of the U.S. and Philippine Air Forces marked the successful completion of 12 days of bilateral training and increased mutual cooperation during the seventh iteration of the Bilateral Air Continent Exchange – Philippines (BACE-P) at Cesar Basa Air Base, Pampanga. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Anthony Small) Pampanga, February 5, 2019 — …

By U.S. Embassy Manila | 5 February, 2019 | Topics: Events, News, Press Releases | Tags: #FriendsPartnersAllies, Bilateral Air Contingent Exercise-Philippines (BACE-P), Philippine Air Force, U.S. Pacific Air Force

Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO): Marine Hackathon

The U.S. Embassy in the Philippines announces an open competition for non-profit organizations interested in organizing a marine hackathon in June 2019 to create digital solutions to marine life and ecosystem challenges such as illegal, unreported & unregulated fishing, the destruction of coral reefs that affect the environment and human life, and coastal communities’ quality …

By U.S. Embassy Manila | 1 February, 2019 | Topics: News | Tags: environment, Notice of Funding Opportunity

U.S., Philippines Cut the Ribbon on Enhanced Defense Cooperation Agreement Project

Pampanga, January 30, 2019 — U.S. Ambassador Sung Y. Kim and Secretary of National Defense Delfin N. Lorenzana cut the ribbon on the first major project under the Enhanced Defense Cooperation Agreement (EDCA) at Cesar Basa Air Base, Pampanga, on January 29. The ribbon-cutting ceremony marked the completion of construction on a Humanitarian Assistance and Disaster Relief warehouse, which will …

By U.S. Embassy Manila | 30 January, 2019 | Topics: Ambassador, Events, News, Press Releases, U.S. & Philippines | Tags: #FriendsPartnersAllies, Armed Forces of the Philippines, EDCA, Secretary Delfin N. Lorenzana, U.S. Ambassador to the Philippines Sung Kim, U.S. Armed Forces

U.S. Peace Corps Strengthens Partnership with Philippine Department of Education and Philippine National Volunteer Service Coordinating Agency

The U.S. Peace Corps signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the Department of Education and Philippine National Volunteer Service Coordinating Agency on December 17, 2018. The MOU outlines the roles and responsibilities of the three agencies in the design, promotion, implementation, evaluation, and support of Peace Corps Philippines projects and activities in the Education …

By U.S. Embassy Manila | 21 December, 2018 | Topics: Events, News, Press Releases, U.S. & Philippines, U.S. Agencies | Tags: Department of Education, Peace Corps, Peace Corps Philippines

U.S. and Philippines Partner to Train Prosecutors and Investigators on Countering Trafficking in Persons at Airports

Angeles City, December 14, 2018 — The U.S. Embassy in the Philippines, through the U.S. Department of Justice Office of Overseas Prosecutorial Development, Assistance, and Training (OPDAT), partnered with the Inter-Agency Council Against Trafficking (IACAT) and the Philippine Society of Criminologists and Criminal Justice Professionals (PSCCJP) to train 21 NAIA and Clark-based airport investigators and 20 …

By U.S. Embassy Manila | 14 December, 2018 | Topics: Events, News, Press Releases, U.S. & Philippines | Tags: cybercrime, IACAT, Inter-Agency Council Against Trafficking, Office of Overseas Prosecutorial Development Assistance and Training (OPDAT)

U.S. and Philippine Coast Guards Conduct Maritime Law Enforcement Training

Manila, December 13, 2018 — A U.S. Coast Guard (USCG) Mobile Education and Training Team (MTT) conducted two Maritime Law Enforcement (MLE) training courses with the Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) in November. The courses, an MLE Boarding Officer Course (BOC) and MLE Instructor Development Course (IDC), teach maritime law enforcement procedures and fundamentals. Both the …

By U.S. Embassy Manila | 13 December, 2018 | Topics: Events, News, Press Releases, U.S. & Philippines | Tags: Bureau of International Narcotics and Law Enforcement, Philippine Coast Guard, U.S. Coast Guard

U.S. Indo-Pacific Commander Admiral Davidson Visits Manila

Manila, December 12, 2018 — Admiral Philip Davidson, Commander of the U.S. Indo-Pacific Command, visited Manila from December 10 to 11. While in Manila, Admiral Davidson attended the Balangiga Bells handover ceremony and the Armed Forces of the Philippines Change of Command. During his visit, Admiral Davidson met with President Rodrigo Duterte and Secretary of National Defense Delfin Lorenzana …

By U.S. Embassy Manila | 12 December, 2018 | Topics: Ambassador, Events, News, Press Releases, U.S. & Philippines | Tags: #FriendsPartnersAllies, Armed Forces of the Philippines, Balangiga Bells, Indo-Pacific, President Rodrigo Roa Duterte, U.S. Ambassador to the Philippines Sung Kim

U.S.-Philippines Partnership Helps Boost Revenue for Philippine Government

Manila, December 12, 2018 — The U.S. and Philippine governments recently held a completion ceremony to celebrate the success of a five-year, Php822 million partnership that helped improve fiscal performance in the Philippines. In 2013, the U.S. government, through the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID), launched a five-year project, Facilitating Public Investment (FPI), to …

By U.S. Embassy Manila | 12 December, 2018 | Topics: Deputy Chief of Mission, Events, News, Press Releases | Tags: Bureau of Internal Revenue, Department of Budget and Management, Department of Finance, Facilitating Public Investment (FPI), John C. Law, USAID, USAID Philippines

U.S. Government Returns Balangiga Bells to the Philippines

Manila, December 11, 2018 — This morning at 10:30 a.m., the three Balangiga Bells arrived at Villamor Air Base in Manila. U.S. Ambassador to the Philippines Sung Kim participated in a ceremony officially turning the bells over to the Philippine government. “The history of these bells spans the entire relationship between the United States and …

By U.S. Embassy Manila | 11 December, 2018 | Topics: Ambassador, Events, News, Press Releases, U.S. & Philippines | Tags: #FriendsPartnersAllies, Balangiga Bells, U.S. Ambassador to the Philippines Sung Kim

U.S. Government Returns Balangiga Bells to the Philippines

READ: U.S. Secretary of Defense Announces Return of Balangiga Bells SEE PHOTOS: Balangiga Bells Departed Wyoming on November 15, 2018 SEE PHOTOS: All Three Balangiga Bells Reunited in Okinawa, Japan SEE PHOTOS: Balangiga Bells Depart Okinawa READ: U.S. Government Returns Balangiga Bells to the Philippines

By U.S. Embassy Manila | 11 December, 2018 | Topics: Ambassador, Events, News, Press Releases, U.S. & Philippines | Tags: #FriendsPartnersAllies, Balangiga Bells, Indo-Pacific, Secretary Delfin N. Lorenzana

Remarks by Ambassador Sung Kim at the Ceremony of the Return of the Balangiga Bells

Return of Balangiga Bells U.S. Ambassador to the Philippines Sung Y. Kim Manila December 11, 2018 As prepared Magandang hapon. Good afternoon. Thank you all for joining us today. It is a tremendous honor for me to be a part of this historic occasion. I’m proud and grateful to be joined by Executive Secretary Medialdea, …

By U.S. Embassy Manila | 11 December, 2018 | Topics: Ambassador, Events, News, U.S. & Philippines | Tags: #FriendsPartnersAllies, Balangiga Bells, U.S. Ambassador to the Philippines Sung Kim

Balangiga Bells Depart Okinawa

READ: U.S. Secretary of Defense Announces Return of Balangiga Bells SEE PHOTOS: Balangiga Bells Departed Wyoming on November 15, 2018 SEE PHOTOS: All Three Balangiga Bells Reunited in Okinawa, Japan SEE PHOTOS: U.S. Government Returns Balangiga Bells to the Philippines READ: U.S. Government Returns Balangiga Bells to the Philippines

By U.S. Embassy Manila | 11 December, 2018 | Topics: Events, News, Press Releases, U.S. & Philippines | Tags: #FriendsPartnersAllies, Balangiga Bells

All Three Balangiga Bells Reunited in Okinawa, Japan

READ: U.S. Secretary of Defense Announces Return of Balangiga Bells SEE PHOTOS: Balangiga Bells Departed Wyoming on November 15, 2018 SEE PHOTOS: Balangiga Bells Depart Okinawa SEE PHOTOS: U.S. Government Returns Balangiga Bells to the Philippines READ: U.S. Government Returns Balangiga Bells to the Philippines

By U.S. Embassy Manila | 10 December, 2018 | Topics: Events, News, Press Releases, U.S. & Philippines | Tags: #FriendsPartnersAllies, Balangiga Bells

Balangiga Bells Departed Wyoming on November 15, 2018

READ: U.S. Secretary of Defense Announces Return of Balangiga Bells SEE PHOTOS: All Three Balangiga Bells Reunited in Okinawa, Japan SEE PHOTOS: Balangiga Bells Depart Okinawa SEE PHOTOS: U.S. Government Returns Balangiga Bells to the Philippines READ: U.S. Government Returns Balangiga Bells to the Philippines

By U.S. Embassy Manila | 8 December, 2018 | Topics: Events, History, News, Press Releases, U.S. & Philippines | Tags: #FriendsPartnersAllies, Balangiga Bells

U.S., Philippines Partner to Train Judges from Visayas and Zamboanga Peninsula on New Cybercrime Rules

Cebu City, November 21, 2018 — The U.S. Embassy in the Philippines, through the U.S. Department of Justice Office of Overseas Prosecutorial Development, Assistance, and Training (OPDAT), partnered with the Philippine Supreme Court Sub-Committee on Commercial Courts (SCC) and the Philippine Judicial Academy (PHILJA) to train 26 cybercourt judges from Western Visayas, Central Visayas, Eastern …

By U.S. Embassy Manila | 21 November, 2018 | Topics: Events, News, Press Releases, U.S. & Philippines | Tags: cybercrime, Office of Overseas Prosecutorial Development Assistance and Training (OPDAT), Philippine Judicial Academy, Philippine Supreme Court

U.S., Philippines Launch Php1.3 Billion Sustainable Fisheries Project

U.S. Embassy Deputy Chief of Mission John Law (3rd from left) and Bureau of Fisheries Director Eduardo Gongona (2nd from left) unveil the Fish Right program billboard to mark the official launch of the new partnership between the U.S. and Philippine governments to promote sustainable fisheries in the country. Also in the photo are (L-R) …

By U.S. Embassy Manila | 20 November, 2018 | Topics: Deputy Chief of Mission, Events, News, Press Releases, U.S. & Philippines | Tags: Fish Right, Philippine Department of Agriculture, USAID, USAID Philippines

U.S. Secretary of Defense Announces Return of Balangiga Bells

Manila, November 15, 2018 — U.S. Secretary of Defense James Mattis announced the return of the Balangiga Bells to the Philippines during a ceremony at F. E. Warren Air Force Base, Cheyenne, Wyoming, on November 14 (GMT-7). Philippine Ambassador to the U.S. Jose Manuel Romualdez attended the ceremony which marked the beginning of the process …

By U.S. Embassy Manila | 15 November, 2018 | Topics: Events, History, News, Press Releases, U.S. & Philippines | Tags: Balangiga Bells, U.S. Ambassador to the Philippines Sung Kim, U.S. Department of Defense

U.S.-Philippines High-Level Dialogue Marks Progress in Combating Child Trafficking

Manila, November 15, 2018 — Senior U.S. and Philippine officials conducted a high-level dialogue on November 6 to mark progress and outline next steps in the four-year U.S.-Philippines Child Protection Compact (CPC) Partnership. The dialogue centered on assessing progress toward achieving the CPC Partnership’s goals of improving the government’s capacity to investigate and prosecute cases …

By U.S. Embassy Manila | 15 November, 2018 | Topics: Events, News, Press Releases, U.S. & Philippines | Tags: Child Protection Compact (CPC) Partnership, Department of Justice, human trafficking, IACAT, The U.S.-Philippines Child Protection Compact Partnership

U.S. Army Pacific’s General Brown Visits Manila, Emphasizes U.S.-Philippine Alliance

Manila, November 13, 2018 — General Robert Brown, Commander of U.S. Army Pacific (USARPAC), visited the Philippines from November 10 to 13, emphasizing the importance of the U.S.-Philippine alliance to the Indo-Pacific region. While in the Philippines, Gen. Brown attended a U.S. and Philippine Veterans Day ceremony at the Manila American Cemetery and Memorial in …

By U.S. Embassy Manila | 13 November, 2018 | Topics: Events, News, Press Releases, U.S. & Philippines | Tags: #FriendsPartnersAllies, Armed Forces of the Philippines, Indo-Pacific, U.S. Armed Forces, U.S. Army Pacific, Veterans Day

Chief of Naval Operations Visits Philippines, Highlights Importance of U.S.-Philippine Alliance

Manila, October 30, 2018 — Admiral John M. Richardson, U.S. Navy Chief of Naval Operations (CNO), visited the Philippines on October 28 and 29, highlighting the importance of the U.S.-Philippine alliance to the Indo-Pacific region. While in the Philippines, Adm. Richardson met with Chief of Staff of the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) Gen. …

By U.S. Embassy Manila | 30 October, 2018 | Topics: Events, News, Press Releases, U.S. & Philippines | Tags: Admiral John M. Richardson, Armed Forces of the Philippines, U.S. Navy

U.S. Embassy Hosts NASA Space Apps Challenge

Manila, October 23, 2018 — The United States Embassy in the Philippines, in partnership with De La Salle University (DLSU), hosted the 2018 National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) Space Apps Challenge at the DLSU American Corner from October 19 to 21. Fifteen teams participated in the three-day program, which included a one-day “data boot camp” followed by a 48-hour hackathon. On the final day, …

By U.S. Embassy Manila | 23 October, 2018 | Topics: American Spaces, Deputy Chief of Mission, Events, News, Press Releases, Public Affairs, Science & Tech, U.S. & Philippines, U.S. Agencies | Tags: American Spaces Philippines, De La Salle University, NASA

U.S. Government and DOH Celebrate Improved Health of Filipino Families

U.S. Ambassador to the Philippines Sung Kim and Department of Health (DOH) Secretary Francisco Duque III are joined by (L-R) DOH Assistant Secretary Lyndon Lee Suy, DOH ARMM Secretary Kadil Sinolinding, U.S. Agency for International Development Mission Director Lawrence Hardy II and Commission on Population Executive Director JP Perez III to open an exhibit highlighting …

By U.S. Embassy Manila | 18 October, 2018 | Topics: Ambassador, Events, News, Press Releases, U.S. & Philippines, U.S. Agencies | Tags: Department of Health, Lawrence Hardy II, U.S. Ambassador to the Philippines Sung Kim, USAID, USAID Philippines

#ForMindanao Summit Highlights Results of Grassroots Marawi Conflict Response Initiative

Misamis Oriental, October 17, 2018 – Community leaders from Marawi, Lanao del Norte, and Lanao del Sur came together for a #ForMindanao Summit in Misamis Oriental to showcase projects funded by the U.S. Embassy in the Philippines’ Php18.5 million #ForMindanao campaign. With this funding, community leaders have assisted approximately 43,000 Mindanaoans affected by the Marawi crisis. …

By U.S. Embassy Manila | 17 October, 2018 | Topics: Agriculture, Alumni, Events, News, Press Releases, Public Affairs, U.S. & Philippines | Tags: #ForMindanao, Marawi, Mindanao

Ambassador Kim Announces Php1.35 billion Marawi Response Project

U.S. Ambassador to the Philippines Sung Y. Kim visited Marawi October 16, 2018. During the visit, he met with (left to right) Marawi Mayor Majul Gandamra, Lanao del Sur Vice Governor Mamintal Alonto Adiong, Jr., Governor Bedjoria Soraya Alonto Adiong, and Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao Assemblyman Zia Alonto Adiong. (Photo credit: Lanao del Sur …

By U.S. Embassy Manila | 16 October, 2018 | Topics: Ambassador, Events, News, Press Releases, U.S. & Philippines, U.S. Agencies | Tags: Ambassador, Marawi, U.S. Ambassador to the Philippines Sung Kim, USAID, USAID Philippines

U.S.-Philippine Cooperation Leads to Arrest of Visa Fixer

Manila, October 16, 2018 —A joint investigation by the U.S. Embassy in the Philippines Office of Overseas Criminal Investigations (OCI) and the Philippines National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) Anti-Organized and Transnational Crime Division resulted in the arrest of a visa fixer, Manuel “Nonoy” Bala, on October 5, 2018. On October 5, 2018, OCI requested that …

By U.S. Embassy Manila | 16 October, 2018 | Topics: Consular Affairs, News, Press Releases, U.S. & Philippines, U.S. Agencies, Visas | Tags: NBI, Office of Overseas Criminal Investigations (OCI)

U.S. and Philippines Train Investigators and Prosecutors on Prosecuting Online Sexual Exploitation of Children

Manila, October 15, 2018 — The U.S. Embassy in the Philippines, through the U.S. Department of Justice Office of Overseas Prosecutorial Development, Assistance, and Training (OPDAT), partnered with the Philippine Interagency Council Against Trafficking (IACAT) and International Justice Mission (IJM) to train more than 70 Philippine cybercrime investigators, prosecutors, and advocates on combatting online sexual exploitation …

By U.S. Embassy Manila | 15 October, 2018 | Topics: Ambassador, Events, News, Press Releases, U.S. & Philippines, U.S. Agencies | Tags: Ambassador, Department of Justice, IACAT, International Justice Mission (IJM), Office of Overseas Prosecutorial Development Assistance and Training (OPDAT), U.S. Ambassador to the Philippines Sung Kim

U.S. and Philippines Conduct Amphibious Landing During KAMANDAG 2

For photos and stories about KAMANDAG 2, please visit: www.dvidshub.net/feature/KAMANDAG

By U.S. Embassy Manila | 9 October, 2018 | Topics: Events, News, Press Releases, U.S. & Philippines | Tags: #FriendsPartnersAllies, Armed Forces of the Philippines, KAMANDAG, Philippine Marines, U.S. Marines

U.S. Customs and Border Protection Conducts Training for Bureau of Customs Officers

The U.S. Customs and Border Protection conducted an International Seaport Interdiction Training with 25 Philippine Bureau of Customs (BOC) officers from September 17 to 21, 2018 in Mandaue City, Cebu. Participants included BOC officers from the ports of Cebu, Davao, Batangas, Iloilo, Manila, Cagayan de Oro, and the Manila International Container Port. The training, …

By U.S. Embassy Manila | 5 October, 2018 | Topics: Events, News

U.S. Embassy to Host First NASA Space Apps Challenge in the Philippines

Manila, October 4, 2018 — The U.S. Embassy in the Philippines will partner with De La Salle University to host the first U.S. National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) Space Apps Challenge from October 19 to 21 in Manila. The event is open to groups of three to five people, ages 16 and above. In …

By U.S. Embassy Manila | 4 October, 2018 | Topics: American Spaces, Education, Events, News, Press Releases, Science & Tech | Tags: American Center, American Corner Manila, American Spaces Philippines, De La Salle University, NASA

U.S. Announces Php250 Million Project Extension to Advance Innovation and Growth in the Philippines

Manila, October 4, 2018 — The U.S. Embassy in the Philippines, through the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID), announced a Php250 million, three-year extension of USAID’s Science, Technology, Research, and Innovation for Development (STRIDE) project. The additional assistance, which brings the total USAID investment in the innovation sector to nearly Php2 billion since 2013, …

By U.S. Embassy Manila | 4 October, 2018 | Topics: Education, Events, News, Press Releases, U.S. & Philippines, U.S. Agencies | Tags: Department of Trade and Industry, Lawrence Hardy II, STRIDE, USAID, USAID Philippines

Embassy Supports Philippine Army Social Media Cell

Manila, October 3, 2018 — Information Operations Specialists with U.S. Army Special Operations Command, Fort Bragg, North Carolina, trained a new Philippine Army (PA) social media monitoring cell on September 28 on monitoring, clarifying, and countering disinformation spread by violent extremist organizations on social media. The cell, developed at the direction of PA Commanding General …

By U.S. Embassy Manila | 3 October, 2018 | Topics: Events, News, Press Releases, U.S. & Philippines | Tags: #FriendsPartnersAllies, Armed Forces of the Philippines, Philippine Army, U.S. Army

Peace Corps Philippines Receives 2018 Gawad Kadakilaan Award for Mindanao Project

U.S. Peace Corps Philippines received the Gawad Kadakilaan Award in September for the tremendous impact of Peace Corps’ Padayon Mindanao 2.0 program on out-of-school youth and Alternative Learning System educators in Mindanao. Gawad Kadakilaan is an award conferred annually by the I Transform! Campaign Consortium (ITCC), led by Youthlead Philippines (YLP), in recognition of individuals …

By U.S. Embassy Manila | 2 October, 2018 | Topics: Events, News, U.S. & Philippines | Tags: Gawad Kadakilaan, Mindanao, Peace Corps, Peace Corps Philippines

U.S. Marines and Armed Forces of the Philippines Launch Exercise KAMANDAG 2

Brigadier General Chris McPhillips, Commanding General of the 3d Marine Expeditionary Brigade, Major General Nathaniel Casem, Inspector General of the Philippine Navy, and Brigadier General Melquiades Ordiales, Deputy Commandant of the Philippine Marine Corps, open exercise KAMANDAG 2 during a ceremony at Subic Bay International Airport. Subic Bay, October 1, 2018 — The 3d Marine …

By U.S. Embassy Manila | 1 October, 2018 | Topics: Events, News, Press Releases, U.S. & Philippines | Tags: #FriendsPartnersAllies, Armed Forces of the Philippines, counterterrorism, disaster relief operations, humanitarian assistance, KAMANDAG

Indo-Pacific Command’s Admiral Davidson Visits Manila, Reinforces U.S.-Philippine Alliance

Admiral Philip Davidson, Commander of the U.S. Indo-Pacific Command , spoke with Executive Secretary of the Philippines Salvador Medialdea on September 26 during Davidson’s recent visit to the Philippines. Admiral Philip Davidson met with Secretary of National Defense Delfin Lorenzana on September 27 during Davidson’s recent visit to the Philippines. Admiral Philip Davidson, Commander of the U.S. Indo-Pacific Command (Indo-PACOM), and General Carlito Galvez, …

By U.S. Embassy Manila | 28 September, 2018 | Topics: Events, News, Press Releases, U.S. & Philippines | Tags: #FriendsPartnersAllies, Armed Forces of the Philippines, Executive Secretary Salvador Medialdea, Indo-Pacific, Secretary Delfin N. Lorenzana, U.S. Indo-Pacific Command

U.S. Indo-Pacific Command’s Admiral Davidson Visits Manila, Reinforces U.S.-Philippine Alliance

Manila, September 28, 2018 — Admiral Philip Davidson, Commander of the U.S. Indo-Pacific Command (Indo-PACOM), visited the Philippines for the annual Mutual Defense Board and Security Engagement Board (MDB-SEB) September 25 to 28, reinforcing the longstanding U. S.-Philippine alliance. The trip marks his first visit to the Philippines as Indo-PACOM commander. The annual MDB-SEB coordinates …

U.S. Partners with Philippines, Taiwan to Promote Environmentally Sound Management of Electronic Waste

Manila, September 28, 2018 — The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and the Taiwan Environmental Protection Administration partnered to sponsor the 2018 International E-Waste Management Network workshop in Manila from September 24 to 28. The event, hosted by the Philippine Department of Environment and Natural Resources, brought together participants from 17 countries to discuss new policies, …

By U.S. Embassy Manila | 28 September, 2018 | Topics: Environment, Events, News, Press Releases, U.S. & Philippines | Tags: Department of Environment and Natural Resources, environment, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency

Annual Mutual Defense Board and Security Engagement Board Reinforces U.S.-Philippine Alliance

Adm. Philip Davidson, Commander of the U.S. Indo-Pacific Command, and Gen. Carlito Galvez, Chief of Staff of the Armed Forces of the Philippines, sign agreements on security cooperation activities for 2019 at this year’s Mutual Defense Board and Security Engagement Board Meeting at Tejeros Hall, AFP Commissioned Officers Club, Camp Aguinaldo, Quezon City. (Photo by …

By U.S. Embassy Manila | 28 September, 2018 | Topics: Events, News, Press Releases, U.S. & Philippines | Tags: #FriendsPartnersAllies, Armed Forces of the Philippines, counterterrorism, disaster relief operations, humanitarian assistance, U.S. Indo-Pacific Command

US-PH Exchange Alumni Celebrate 70th Anniversary in Davao, Plan New Projects #ForMindanao

Davao City, September 25, 2018 — More than 330 alumni of U.S. government-sponsored exchange programs from across Mindanao gathered in Davao City to celebrate the 70th anniversary of U.S.-Philippines exchanges, enhance regional alumni engagement, and plan collaborative projects on issues critical to Mindanao. On September 16, 120 alumni of U.S. government-sponsored exchanges from Eastern Mindanao reunited …

By U.S. Embassy Manila | 26 September, 2018 | Topics: Alumni, Events, News | Tags: #ForMindanao, #USPHexchanges70, Fulbright, IVLP, Philippine Youth Leadership Program, U.S. exchange alumni

U.S. and Philippines Partner to Train Judges on New Cybercrime Rules

Manila, September 25, 2018 — The U.S. Embassy in the Philippines, through the U.S. Department of Justice Office of Overseas Prosecutorial Development, Assistance, and Training (OPDAT), trained 35 metro Manila cybercourt judges from September 20 to 21. OPDAT, together with the Philippine Supreme Court and the Philippine Judicial Academy (PHILJA), developed the training to help …

By U.S. Embassy Manila | 25 September, 2018 | Topics: Events, News, Press Releases, U.S. & Philippines | Tags: cybercrime, Office of Overseas Prosecutorial Development Assistance and Training (OPDAT), Philippine Supreme Court

U.S. Government Provides Millions of Rounds of Ammunition to the Armed Forces of the Philippines

Clark Air Base, September 24, 2018 — The U.S. government provided more than 5 million rounds of ammunition worth Php117.4 million ($2.2 million) to the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) for counterterrorism training. The ammunition was funded as a grant through the U.S. Counterterrorism Train and Equip Program and will be used primarily by …

By U.S. Embassy Manila | 24 September, 2018 | Topics: Events, News, Press Releases, U.S. & Philippines | Tags: #FriendsPartnersAllies, AFP modernization, Armed Forces of the Philippines, counterterrorism, disaster relief operations, Philippine Air Force

U.S. Embassy and Ninoy and Cory Aquino Foundation Recognize Outstanding Journalist and Public Servant

Manila, September 14, 2018 — The U.S. Embassy, in partnership with the Ninoy and Cory Aquino Foundation (NCAF), recognized the accomplishments of Juliet Javellana of the Philippine Daily Inquirer and Marie Bella Chulipa of the Japan Philippines Community and Communication Stimulation and Therapeutic Activity Center of Baguio (JPCOM Cares) by awarding them with the 2018 …

By U.S. Embassy Manila | 14 September, 2018 | Topics: Events, News, Press Releases, U.S. & Philippines | Tags: IVLP

Philippine WWII Veterans Awarded U.S. Congress’ Highest Civilian Honor

Manila, September 13, 2018 — Ambassador Sung Kim presented thirteen Filipino World War II Veterans with bronze replicas of the Congressional Gold Medal at the U.S. Embassy in the Philippines on September 13, marking the first time the honor has been presented on Philippine soil. The Congressional Gold Medal is the U.S. Congress’ highest civilian …

By U.S. Embassy Manila | 13 September, 2018 | Topics: Events, News, Press Releases, U.S. & Philippines | Tags: Congressional Gold Medal

Humanitarian Projects Begin in Ternate, Cavite

Multinational forces began humanitarian and civic assistance projects as part of exercise KAMANDAG 2 on Monday. Philippine, Japanese, and U.S. forces attended a groundbreaking ceremony for the renovation of a high school and two daycare centers in Ternate. The U.S. and Philippines will partner for a variety of community relations events during KAMANDAG 2.

By U.S. Embassy Manila | 11 September, 2018 | Topics: Events, News, Press Releases | Tags: Humanitarian projects

U.S. and Philippines Celebrate Cooperation on Good Governance in Education at 12th National Education Summit

Manila, September 7, 2018 — The U.S. government, through the United States Agency for International Development (USAID), convened the 12th National Education Summit on September 6, 2018 in partnership with the Philippine government and Synergeia Foundation. More than 400 leaders from local governments, schools, and the private sector gathered to share good practices in education …

By U.S. Embassy Manila | 7 September, 2018 | Topics: Education, Events, News, Press Releases | Tags: Education

U.S. Embassy Partners with the Philippines to Train Prosecutors & Investigators on Counterterrorism

Zamboanga City, August 31, 2018 — The U.S. Embassy in the Philippines, through the U.S. Department of Justice (U.S. DOJ) Office of Overseas Prosecutorial Development, Assistance, and Training (OPDAT), held a training on counterterrorism for 57 prosecutors and investigators from around Mindanao on August 28-30 in Zamboanga City. U.S. DOJ National Security Division Prosecutor Lolita …

By U.S. Embassy Manila | 31 August, 2018 | Topics: Events, News, Press Releases | Tags: counterterrorism, Office of Overseas Prosecutorial Development Assistance and Training (OPDAT), Philippine Judicial Academy

U.S. Assistant Secretary of State for Economic and Business Affairs Manisha Singh Visits Manila

Manila, August 31, 2018 — U.S. Assistant Secretary of State for Economic and Business Affairs Manisha Singh visited Manila this week as part of a multi-stop trip to Asia to identify opportunities for broader bilateral engagement with government and private sector stakeholders as a part of the U.S. Indo-Pacific Strategy. In separate meetings with Finance …

By U.S. Embassy Manila | 31 August, 2018 | Topics: Business, Economic Affairs, Events, News, Press Releases, U.S. & Philippines

U.S. and Philippine Governments Expand Partnership to Eliminate TB in the Philippines

U.S. Embassy in the Philippines Chargé d’Affaires (CDA) Michael Klecheski and the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) launched two five-year projects valued at more than 2.5 billion pesos to support the Philippines’ goal to end tuberculosis (TB).

By U.S. Embassy Manila | 25 August, 2018 | Topics: Events, News, Press Releases, U.S. Agencies | Tags: DOH, TB, Tuberculosis

E-Teacher Alumni Seminar in Manila Brings Together 38 Participants from 12 Countries across East Asia

The Regional English Language Office (RELO) at the U.S. Embassy in the Philippines held a regional professional development seminar for high-performing participants in the E-Teacher Program from August 17th to 19th in collaboration with the U.S. Embassies in China, Indonesia, Thailand, and Vietnam. The E-Teacher Program facilitates online courses for English-language teachers on topics including …

By U.S. Embassy Manila | 22 August, 2018 | Topics: English Language Learning, Events, News | Tags: E-Teacher Program, English, RELO

U.S. Trade and Development Agency Partners with the Philippines on Aviation Infrastructure ‎Development

Manila, August 20, 2018 — Today, the U.S. Trade and Development Agency (USTDA) awarded a grant to the Republic of the Philippines to fund two senior advisors to support the Department of Transportation (DOTr) in its efforts to achieve the best value for money for upcoming transportation infrastructure procurements in the aviation sector. The advisors, …

By U.S. Embassy Manila | 20 August, 2018 | Topics: Ambassador, Events, News, Press Releases, U.S. & Philippines, U.S. Agencies | Tags: Department of Transportation (DOTr), Secretary Arthur Tugade, U.S. Ambassador to the Philippines Sung Kim, U.S. Trade and Development Agency (USTDA)

Assistant Secretary of Defense Randall Schriver Visits Manila, Underscores U.S. Commitment to the Philippines

Manila, August 17, 2018 — Assistant Secretary of Defense for Asian and Pacific Security Affairs Randall G. Schriver visited the Philippines August 15 to 17 to reinforce the United States’ commitment to the Indo-Pacific region and to the Philippines, a close friend, partner, and ally. “This was my first visit to the Philippines as Assistant …

By U.S. Embassy Manila | 17 August, 2018 | Topics: Events, News, Press Releases, U.S. & Philippines | Tags: #FriendsPartnersAllies, Armed Forces of the Philippines, Balikatan, Indo-Pacific, KAMANDAG, Secretary Delfin N. Lorenzana

Peace Corps Philippines, DOST-FNRI Sign Memorandum of Understanding

Peace Corps Philippines Country Director Monica Collier, (second from left) and Director Mario Capanzana of the Food and Nutrition Research Institute (FNRI) (third from left) during the signing of the Memorandum of Understanding at the Dusit Thani Hotel, Makati City, Metro Manila on 27 July 2018. Witnessing the ceremony is Secretary Fortunato De La Peña …

By U.S. Embassy Manila | 17 August, 2018 | Topics: Events, News, Press Releases, U.S. & Philippines, U.S. Agencies | Tags: Food and Nutrition Research Institute, Peace Corps, Peace Corps Philippines

DCM Klecheski Swears In New Peace Corps Volunteers

MANILA, Philippines—Deputy Chief of Mission Michael Klecheski administered the swearing in ceremony of two Peace Corps Response Volunteers on August 8, 2018 at the U.S. Embassy. The Response Volunteers, who hold the title of Data Management and IT Security Specialists, are part of the U.S. Peace Corps – IBM innovative public-private partnership launched in December …

By U.S. Embassy Manila | 17 August, 2018 | Topics: Deputy Chief of Mission, Events, News, Press Releases, U.S. & Philippines, U.S. Agencies | Tags: Food and Nutrition Research Institute, Michael Klecheski, Peace Corps, Peace Corps Philippines

U.S. Government Provides New SABIR System to Enhance Philippine Air Force Capabilities

U.S. Ambassador to the Philippines Sung Y. Kim and Philippine Secretary of National Defense Delfin N. Lorenzana join representatives of the Philippine Air Force and Joint U.S. Military Assistance Group with the newly-transferred Special Airborne Mission Installation and Response (SABIR) system. Manila, August 14, 2018 — U.S. Ambassador to the Philippines Sung Y. Kim turned …

By U.S. Embassy Manila | 14 August, 2018 | Topics: Ambassador, Events, News, Press Releases, U.S. & Philippines | Tags: #FriendsPartnersAllies, Armed Forces of the Philippines, counterterrorism, disaster relief operations, humanitarian assistance, Philippine Air Force, SABIR system, Secretary Delfin N. Lorenzana, U.S. Ambassador to the Philippines Sung Kim

U.S. Pacific Fleet Commander Visits the Philippines

Manila, August 9, 2018 — Commander of the U.S. Pacific Fleet Adm. John C. Aquilino visited the Philippines August 7 to 9 to meet with Philippine military and political leaders and to underscore U.S. commitment to the Philippines and the Indo-Pacific region. Adm. Aquilino assumed command of the Pacific Fleet on May 17, 2018. While in …

By U.S. Embassy Manila | 9 August, 2018 | Topics: Ambassador, Deputy Chief of Mission, Events, News, Press Releases, U.S. & Philippines | Tags: Indo-Pacific, U.S. Pacific Fleet