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Irish ambassador H.E William John Carlos and Finnish ambassador H.E. Juha Markus Pyykkö paid their respective farewell calls on President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. at the Malacañan Palace on Monday. Ambassador Carlos bid farewell to President Marcos at around 2:00 pm, followed by Ambassador Pyykkö before 3:00 pm. Speaking before President Marcos, Ambassador Carlos said … Read more

The Department of Tourism (DOT), through its Region XI office, partners with SM Lanang, bringing back the highly anticipated Davao Dive Expo from July 5 to 7 at the Atrium of SM Lanang in Davao City. Now in its third consecutive year, the Davao Dive Expo is dubbed as Mindanao’s premier dive exhibition that brings … Read more

President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. welcomed Malaysian Foreign Minister Dato’ Seri Utama Haji Mohamad Bin Haji Hasan in Malacañang during the courtesy call event on Monday. The two leaders discussed the bilateral relations between the Philippines and Malaysia and important regional issues. “Welcome, welcome to the Philippines. Thank you for finding time to visit with … Read more

The Philippine government will continue its peace efforts in the diplomatic front amid China’s escalating attacks in the West Philippine Sea (WPS), the Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) said on Monday. “Yes, hindi nawawala ‘yan, we are also doing something on the diplomatic front,” DFA Undersecretary Ma. Theresa Lazaro told reporters shortly after the press … Read more

President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. on Monday joined Muslim Filipinos in the observance of Eid’I Adha or the Feast of Sacrifice, encouraging all citizens of the nation to grow in wisdom and fortitude amid challenges. In his message for the Eid’I Adha observance, President Marcos said the solemn occasion offers the nation a unique opportunity … Read more

SINGAPORE — The Department of Tourism (DOT) of the Philippines received two awards at the esteemed GovMedia Conference & Awards 2024 for its flagship programs- the Tourist Rest Area (TRA) that provides convenience and comfort to tourists, as well as its Filipino Brand of Service Excellence (FBSE) training program that highlights the country’s commitment to elevating … Read more

President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. highlighted on Monday the significance of the Isabela Ground Mounted Solar Project (IGMSP) in securing the country’s energy sources. According to President Marcos, the project is expected to strengthen the national grid and assure the Philippines of a renewable energy-secure future. “This project is not only about transforming the energy … Read more

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy on Monday expressed gratitude to President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. on the Philippines’ clear position on Russia’s invasion of Ukraine’s territories and for its support to the United Nations (UN) resolutions. “Thank you so much, Mr. President [and] your team. Very happy to be [here for] the first time in the Philippines, … Read more

Brunei Darussalam — The Philippines and Brunei Darussalam have joined hands in a momentous agreement that will significantly enhance and promote mutual cooperation in the field of tourism. The official signing of this cooperation agreement is one of the highlights of the State Visit of Philippine President Ferdinand R. Marcos, Jr. to Brunei Darussalam, marking a … Read more

The Department of Tourism (DOT), in partnership with the Intramuros Administration (IA) and the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP), is converging military heritage and cultural tourism while reinforcing the safety and security of tourists in the Walled City with the inauguration of the new headquarters of the 1304th Ready Reserve Infantry Battalion (RRIBn) at … Read more