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Below is a collection of press releases issued by the Embassy of the Philippines. We do require that you inform us if you are planning to use these articles. These are available at your disposal subject to our copyright policy.
International Monetary Fund Managing Director Christine Lagarde lauds country's resiliency in achieving economic progress
Published on 19 November, 2012 - 14:22
 International Monetary Fund (IMF) Managing Director Christine Lagarde lauded the Philippines for achieving economic progress amids the global economic uncertainty. Read more about International Monetary Fund Managing Director Christine Lagarde lauds country's resiliency in achieving economic progress ... |
IMF Managing Director cites Philippines and other emerging markets’ role to global growth
Published on 19 November, 2012 - 14:19
 International Monetary Fund Managing Director Christine Lagarde cited the “critical role” played by the Philippines and other emerging markets in the Asia-Pacific region in driving global growth which she said has helped stabilize the economies of this part of the world. Read more about IMF Managing Director cites Philippines and other emerging markets’ role to global growth... |
PHL gaming seen to grow stronger
Published on 15 November, 2012 - 15:49
 The Philippine gaming market, third fastest in the region in 2011 according to Standard & Poor’s (S&P), was seen to grow strongly not just this year but over the medium term. Read more about PHL gaming seen to grow stronger... |
The Philippines: The world's budget English teacher
Published on 14 November, 2012 - 08:58
 The Philippines is fast becoming the world's low-cost English language teacher - with rapid increases in overseas students coming to learn English or study in English-speaking universities. Read more about The Philippines: The world's budget English teacher... |
What are the top products Filipinos buy?
Published on 14 November, 2012 - 08:54
 MANILA, Philippines - Softdrinks, wines and spirits, and biscuits. These 3 product categories topped all 50 in the Consumer Packaged Goods (CPG) that Filipinos buy the most, according to a Nielsen Philippines study. Read more about What are the top products Filipinos buy?... |
Palace says there are no plans to allow Americans to put up military bases in the country
Published on 12 November, 2012 - 20:20
 Malacanang made an assurance Monday there were no plans to allow the return of American military bases in the country despite the announcement of the Obama administration to increase military presence in the Asia Pacific region. Read more about Palace says there are no plans to allow Americans to put up military bases in the country... |
DFA Authentication Services Set to Transfer to Office of Consular Affairs Building in Macapagal Avenue on November 13, Announces No Authentication Services on November 12
Published on 12 November, 2012 - 20:16
 The Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) wishes to inform the public that the Authentication Division, currently located at the DFA main building in Pasay City, will be relocating to the Office of Consular Affairs (OCA) Building along Macapagal Avenue, Parañaque City on Tuesday, November 13. Read more about DFA Authentication Services Set to Transfer to Office of Consular Affairs Building in Macapagal Avenue on November 13, Announces No Authentication Services on November 12... |
Aquino discusses labor, trade with Canadian Prime Minister Harper
Published on 12 November, 2012 - 09:59
 President Benigno S. Aquino III said he has discussed several issues during his meeting with Canadian Prime Minister Stephen Harper such as labor cooperation, Mindanao development and trade and investment. Read more about Aquino discusses labor, trade with Canadian Prime Minister Harper... |
Philippines, Canada sign Memorandum of Understanding on defense cooperation
Published on 12 November, 2012 - 09:53
 The Philippines and Canada signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) on defense cooperation Saturday during the visit of Canadian Prime Minister Stephen Harper to the Philippines. Read more about Philippines, Canada sign Memorandum of Understanding on defense cooperation... |
Free Courses for Filipino Engineers, Nurses, and Au Pairs to be Offered by Philippine Honorary Consulate in Stavanger
Published on 9 November, 2012 - 16:56
 The Philippine Embassy is pleased to announce the following free courses/seminars organized and tailor made by the Philippine Honorary Consulate in Stavanger for engineers, nurses or health workers, and au pairs living near or within the Rogaland and surrounding districts: Read more about Free Courses for Filipino Engineers, Nurses, and Au Pairs to be Offered by Philippine Honorary Consulate in Stavanger... |