Month: May 2025

Philippine Department of National Defense Secretary Gilberto C. Teodoro, Jr. joined his counterparts at the United States-Southeast Asia Defense Ministerial Meeting on 30 May 2025.

The meeting brought defense ministers and senior officials from the United States and Southeast Asian nations together to reaffirm commitments to regional peace, security, and stability. The agenda focused on deepening defense cooperation and addressing shared security challenges in the Indo-Pacific, including maritime security, counterterrorism, cyber threats, and disaster response.

Defense Secretary Gilberto C. Teodoro Jr. met with the new Singapore Minister for Defense Mr. Chan Chun Sing during a bilateral meeting between the Philippines and Singapore at the sidelines of the 22nd IISS Shangri-La Dialogue in Singapore on 30 May 2025.

Secretary of National Defense Gilberto C. Teodoro, Jr. will participate in the 22nd International Institute for Strategic Studies (IISS) Shangri-La Dialogue from May 30 to June 1, 2025, in Singapore.

Secretary Teodoro, together with senior officials from the Department of National Defense and the Armed Forces of the Philippines, is scheduled to hold bilateral and multilateral meetings with counterparts from various countries. The engagements aim to discuss regional and global security issues and strengthen defense and security cooperation with allies.

Building on the keynote address delivered by President Ferdinand R. Marcos, Jr. at last year’s Dialogue, Secretary Teodoro’s participation underscored the Philippines’ commitment to a rules-based international order and sustained peace and stability in the Indo-Pacific region through open dialogue and strategic partnerships.

The IISS Shangri-La Dialogue brings together defense ministers, military chiefs, and strategic experts to tackle pressing security challenges and reinforce regional cooperation.

PRESS RELEASE | PR-125-2025 SINGAPORE, 29 May 2025 – On 26 May 2025, the Philippine Embassy in Singapore welcomed delegates from the Philippine Foreign Service Institute (FSI), led by Director General Francisco Noel Fernandez III, who were in Singapore from 26 to 27 May 2025, as part of FSI’s 4th Training and Research Outreach (TRO).  …

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As a fitting end to the monthlong celebration of the National Heritage Month this May, the Philippine Embassy in Singapore hosted a special cultural lecture-workshop entitled “Bagungaya: A Lecture-Workshop on Indigenous Cultural Heritage,” conducted by Katutubo Exchange Philippines, a volunteer youth-led cultural organization that advocates for the preservation and promotion of indigenous Filipino heritage.
The workshop, held for Embassy personnel, formed part of Katutubo Exchange’s continuing outreach efforts, aligned with the United Nations International Decade of Indigenous Languages (2022–2032) and the Centennial Year of National Living Treasure Magdalena Gamayo.
The activity featured Dr. Edwin Antonio, founder of Katutubo Exchange Philippines and Vice Head of the National Committee on Northern Cultural Communities under the National Commission for Culture and the Arts (NCCA), who was the resource speaker and workshop facilitator. A long-time advocate for the promotion and preservation of Filipino heritage, Dr. Antonio conducted a similar lecture-workshop in Singapore in August 2018, making his return a welcome and enriching continuation of the Embassy’s cultural engagement initiatives..

Hello Kabayan! Kumusta na? Napanood mo ba ang naganap na ikatlong Ugnayan: Bagong Pilipinas Townhall Meeting noong 25 May 2025?    Heto ang press release tungkol dito: https://www.philippine-embassy.org.sg/ph-embassy-filcom-orgs-gather-at-third-ugnayan-townhall-meeting/   Below are the highlights of the Ugnayan: Over 50 leaders and representatives of various Filipino community organizations in Singapore gathered at the third Ugnayan: Bagong Pilipinas …

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PRESS RELEASE | PR-121-2025 27 May 2025, Singapore – The Philippine Embassy in Singapore held its third Ugnayan: Bagong Pilipinas Town Hall Meeting for the year on Sunday, 25 May 2025, once again bringing together over 50 leaders and representatives of various Filipino community organizations for a briefing and dialogue on recent developments affecting Filipinos …

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In celebration of the 56th anniversary of Philippines-Singapore diplomatic relations on Friday, 16 May 2025 and in line with the Philippines’ National Heritage Month in May, Philippine Ambassador to Singapore H.E. Medardo G. Macaraig, in partnership with the Orchard Hotel Singapore, hosted a luncheon reception to launch the two month-long culinary feast titled “Manila Meets Madrid: A Filipino-Spanish Buffet” at the Orchard Cafe of the Orchard Hotel.

The event brought together distinguished guests from the Singapore government, diplomatic corps, institution partners and members of the Singaporean business community, and local content creators. The luncheon was also graced by the presence of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Deputy Secretary for Southeast Asia and ASEAN, Ms. Foo Chi Hsia.

In his opening remarks, Ambassador Macaraig expressed appreciation to all guests who joined the luncheon to celebrate the 56 years of Philippines and Singapore ties. He shared the long-standing and vibrant partnership between the Philippines and Singapore across all areas, and the significant contribution of the Filipino Community in Singapore to the Philippines. Ambassador Macaraig also took the opportunity to greet Deputy Secretary Foo, and other Singaporean friends on the 60th anniversary of Singapore this year.

PRESS RELEASE | PR-114-2025 The Philippine Embassy in Singapore is pleased to invite everyone to the first installment of the Sentro Rizal Online Lectures this heritage month of May.   For its first installment, Mr. Corazon Alvina, Museum Director of Museo ng Kaalamang Katutubo (MuskKat), will discuss on Vignettes: Filipino Food on 22 May 2025, …

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PRESS RELEASE | PR-113-2025 SINGAPORE, 16 May 2025 – Today,  we celebrate 56 years of Philippines and Singapore diplomatic relations since its formal establishment on 16 May 1969. Over the years, we have built a robust partnership grounded in mutual respect, cooperation, and a shared vision for progress. The Philippines looks forward to sustaining our …

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PRESS RELEASE | PR-112-2025 SINGAPORE,15 May 2025 –  Philippine Ambassador to Singapore H.E. Medardo G. Macaraig warmly welcomed the new Chargé d’affaires of the Republic of the Union of Myanmar to Singapore,  Dr. Zaw Minn Aung, during a courtesy call of the latter at the Philippine Embassy today. Dr. Aung  arrived in Singapore on 16 …

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PRESS RELEASE  | PR-111-2025 SINGAPORE, 15 May 2025 – Pursuant to Presidential Proclamation No. 818, the Philippine Embassy in Singapore joins the Department of Foreign Affairs and all Philippine Government Agencies and Departments in celebrating the Ease of Doing Business (EODB) Month this May 2025.   This year’s celebration of EODB Month, with the theme …

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PRESS RELEASE  | PR-110-2025   SINGAPORE,14 May 2025 –  Philippine Ambassador to Singapore H.E. Medardo G. Macaraig warmly welcomed the Ambassador of the Lao People’s Democratic Republic to Singapore,  H.E Vilatsone Visonnavong, during a courtesy call of the latter at the Philippine Embassy today. Ambassador Visonnavong presented his credentials to President Tharman Shanmugaratnam on 29 …

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PRESS RELEASE | PR-109-2025 Here are the lists of Senatorial candidates and Party List Groups who got the highest number of votes from the 30-day Philippine Overseas Voting in Singapore for the 2025 National Elections for Senators and Partylists, held from 13 April to 12 May 2025.   As mentioned in the Embassy’s previous  Advisory …

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SINGAPORE, 13 May 2025 – The Philippine Embassy in Singapore informs the public that a copy of the Certificate of Canvass (COC) of the 30-day Philippine Overseas Voting in Singapore for the 2025 National Elections for Senators and Party List Groups, generated by the Consolidation Canvassing System (CCS), may be viewed on the Embassy’s official …

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PRESS RELEASE | PR-108-2025 SINGAPORE, 12 May 2025 – The Philippine Embassy in Singapore marks the successful conclusion of the country’s historic first overseas internet voting for national elections. Philippine Ambassador to Singapore Medardo G. Macaraig extends his heartfelt appreciation to the Filipino community in Singapore for participating in the first ever Philippine Overseas Online …

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PRESS RELEASE | PR-105-2025 SINGAPORE, 12 May 2025 – Attention all Filipino registered overseas voters in Singapore! Today is the last day to exercise your right to vote this #Halalan2025. The Philippine Overseas Voting period for the 2025 National Elections will end at 7:00 PM, 12 May 2025.    The overseas voting self-enrollment portal is …

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Magandang balita mga kabayan! Inanunsyo ng Commission on Elections (COMELEC) na ang online voting self-enrollment para sa 2025 National Elections ay extended hanggang 12 May 2025, 12:00 ng tanghali, para masigurong mas maraming overseas voters ang makaboto sa #Halalan2025.

PRESS RELEASE | PR-103-2025 SINGAPORE, 9 May 2025 – On 8 May 2025, Philippine Ambassador to Singapore Medardo G. Macaraig attended the opening ceremony of the special exhibit, “Fernando Zóbel: Order is Essential” at the National Gallery in Singapore. The exhibit, which will run from 9 May to 30 November 2025, features over 200 pieces …

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The Philippine Department of Energy (DOE) reaffirmed its commitment to revitalizing the country’s petroleum sector and maximizing indigenous energy resources at the Farmout and Opportunities Forum of the 2025 Southeast Asia Petroleum Exploration (SEAPEX) Society Exploration Conference, held from 06 to 09 May 2025 in Singapore.

EMBASSY ADVISORY | AD-035-2025 Attention: All Filipino Registered Voters in Singapore! Three days left before the end of Philippine Overseas Online Voting for the 2025 National Elections on Monday, 12 May 2025, 7:00 PM.  Filipinos in Singapore who wish to vote for the 2025 National Elections have one (1) day left to complete the voter …

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Philippine Ambassador to Singapore Medardo G. Macaraig joined the Philippine delegation to the 14th International Maritime Defense Exhibition and Conference (IMDEX) Asia, which ran from 06 to 08 May 2025 at the Changi Exhibition Center.

PRESS RELEASE | PR-099-2025 (7 May 2025, Singapore) In celebration of the National Heritage Month in May and Philippine Independence Month in June, the Philippine Embassy in Singapore, in partnership with The Orchard Hotel, proudly presents: 🍴 Manila Meets Madrid: A Filipino-Spanish Buffet 🍴 📍 The Orchard Cafe, Orchard Hotel 📅 Launch: 5 May | …

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Five days remain before the Philippine Overseas Online Voting for the 2025 National Elections ends on Monday, 12 May 2025, 7:00 PM. The Philippine Embassy reminds kababayans who have not yet enrolled for online voting to visit the Commission on Elections (COMELEC) enrollment portal in order to cast their ballots for the 2025 National Elections.

EMBASSY ADVISORY | AD-032-2025 SINGAPORE, 4 May 2025 – Tinatawagang pansin ng Embahada ang lahat ng mga registered Filipino overseas voters sa Singapore na mayroon na lamang tatlong (3) araw na natitira upang makapag-enroll for online voting. Ang enrollment portal ay bukas lamang hanggang Miyerkules, 7 May 2025.    Binibigyang diin ng Embahada na tanging …

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Huling sampung araw bago matapos ang 30-day overseas voting period na nagsimula noong 13 April 2025 at magtatapos sa darating na Lunes, 12 May 2025 at 7:00 PM.

Huwag sayangin ang pagkakataon. Sa mga hindi pa nakakapag-enroll for online voting, lubusin ang natitirang limang (5) araw bago matapos ang self enrollment para sa online voting sa darating na Miyerkules,7 May 2025.