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On Friday, 31 July 2015, Philippine Ambassador to Singapore Antonio A. Morales joined the closing ceremony of the Judicial Governance Programme 2015 at the Singapore Civil Service College. Participation in the programme, jointly organized by the State Courts of Singapore and Civil Service College under the Singapore Cooperation Programme (SCP), is by invitation and usually …

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The Philippine Ambassador to Singapore Antonio A. Morales, on Saturday, 1 August 2015, officially introduced the two (2) newest members of the family of the Philippine Embassy, Defense and Armed Forces Attaché Col Aderito S. Navata and Labor Attaché Ramon Tionloc Jr. to leaders of the Filipino Community (Filcom) in Singapore during the regular Filcom …

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The Philippine Ambassador to Singapore Antonio A. Morales on Thursday, 30 July 2015, delivered a lecture entitled, “A Philippine Perspective on the South China Sea Disputes” at the at the Institute of South Asian Studies, National University of Singapore (ISAS-NUS). The lecture, held as part of ISAS-NUS’ Ambassador’s Lecture Series, was organized by former Ambassador …

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28 July 2015. The Philippine Embassy in Singapore opened its premises last Sunday, 26 July 2015, to allow more Filipino nationals in Singapore to register as overseas absentee voters (OAV) for Philippine national elections in 2016. This was part of overall efforts to provide more openings for OAV applicants in Singapore. A total of 173 …

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28 July 2015. Officials of the Philippine Embassy led by Philippine Ambassador to Singapore Antonio A. Morales joined colleagues from the diplomatic corps and representatives of the Singapore government and the business sector at a dinner reception to celebrate the 20th Anniversary of the Hong Kong Economic Trade Office (HKETO) Singapore on 24 July 2015 …

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Philippine Ambassador to Singapore Antonio A. Morales shared his insights on overseas Filipino workers in Singapore during an interview with CBN Asia’s Peter Kairuz, President and Chief Executive Officer, at the Philippine Embassy on Thursday, 23 July 2015. During the interview, Ambassador Morales spoke on the current situation of OFWs in Singapore, the challenges that …

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On Thursday, 22 July 2015, representatives of Singapore International Film Festival (SGIFF) Ltd Singapore paid a courtesy call on Philippine Ambassador to Singapore Antonio A. Morales to talk on preparations for this year’s Singapore International Film Festival, which will be held from 26 November to 6 December. Some film directors and artists of Filipino films …

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27 July 2015. The outgoing Philippine Defense and Armed Forces Attaché in Singapore Col Diosdado Carreon announced that the Office of the PHL Defense and Armed Forces Attaché (OPHILDAFA) Singapore received a Plaque of Recognition as recipient of the Outstanding Award for Administration from the Department of the National Defense/Armed Forces of the Philippines. OPHILDAFA …

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27 July 2015. The Philippine Embassy in Singapore through the Philippine Overseas Labour Office (POLO) conducted its regular Post-arrival Orientation Seminar (PAOS) for newly-arrived Filipino household service workers (HSWs) on Sunday, 26 July 2015 at the public area of the Philippine chancery along Nassim Road, Singapore. During the PAOS, officials of the Philippine Embassy and …

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27 July 2015. The Philippine Travellers Masonic Club Singapore (TMC) inducted its new set of officers in a ceremony at the Reflections Mezzanine, Keppel Bay View Road, Singapore, on Saturday, 25 July 2015. Philippine Ambassador to Singapore Antonio A. Morales and Consul Mersole J. Mellejor graced the occasion. The new set of officers for the …

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15 July 2015. Representatives of the Philippine Department of Foreign Affairs and the Singapore Ministry of Foreign Affairs held the 3rd Informal Consultations on the Philippine-Singapore Action Plan (3rd IC-PSAP) in Singapore. The Philippine delegation was headed by DFA Assistant Secretary for Asia Pacific Affairs Minda Calaguian-Cruz. She was joined by officials from the DFA …

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20 July  2015. In observance of the 2015 National Disability Prevention and Rehabilitation (NPDR) Week, the Philippine Embassy in Singapore is showcasing photos of Apolinario Mabini, the “Sublime Paralytic”, one of the famous Filipino PWDs.  Incidentally, 23 July which falls on the same week, also celebrates the birth of Apolinario Mabini. Together with the exhibit, …

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On Friday, 17 July 2015, the Philippine Embassy officials headed by Consul General Victorio Mario M. Dimagiba, Jr., in his capacity as Charge d’ Affaires, a.i., attended the opening of the 6th edition of the Art Apart Fair at ParkRoyal.  This year’s 3-day fair focused on the Philippines and showcased Filipino works alongside those of …

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On Saturday, 11 July 2015, Consul General Victorio Mario M. Dimagiba, Jr., led representatives of the Philippine Embassy as they joined counterparts from Thailand, and Turkey in exhibiting multi-cultural booths during the Teck Ghee International Cultural Day 2015 held at the Teck Ghee Community Club in Ang Mo Kio.  The event celebrates Singapore’s Golden Jubilee …

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09 July 2015, Singapore-Philippine Ambassador to Singapore H.E. Antonio A. Morales, Commercial Counsellor Glenn G. Penaranda and First Secretary and Consul Edna May G. Lazaro, joined representatives of Megaworld International and AyalaLand in participating in the inaugural Re/Max Asia Pacific Convention held on 09 to 10 July 2015 at the Raffles City Convention Centre in …

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The global unit in Singapore of Alay sa Kabuhayan, Inc. (ASKI Global Singapore) marked the 5th anniversary of its establishment in Singapore on Sunday, 5 July 2015, at the Tanglin International Centre. Philippine Ambassador to Singapore Antonio A. Morales was joined by local government officials of Talavera, Quezon, headed by the vice mayor, and members …

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Expressing his solidarity for the SG50 celebration, Philippine Ambassador to Singapore Antonio A. Morales on Saturday, 4 July 2015, joined members of the diplomatic corps, the Catholic clergy and faithful and guests in a Thanksgiving Mass at the Singapore Indoor Stadium. Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong was Guest of Honor in the celebration, which was …

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On Sunday, 05 July 2015, the Philippine Embassy in Singapore, headed by Ambassador Antonio A. Morales, joined the Legion of Mary, Queen of the Most Holy Rosary Praesidium celebrate their 25th anniversary celebration at St. Ignatius Church in Singapore

On 17 June 2015, Philippine Embassy officials, together with their families, experienced a gastronomic delight of authentic Filipino dishes during the successful holding of a Philippine Food Fiesta buffet at the Feast@East Restaurant located at Grand Mercure Singapore Roxy Hotel.  The food fiesta, held from 12-21 June 2015 to coincide with Philippine National Day celebrations, …

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22 June 2015. The Filipino Dragons Singapore (FDS), yesterday, 21 June 2015, completed yet another successful run of its “Isang Bangkang Malaya” dragon boat race at the Kallang Riverside Park, Singapore.   The annual event, usually held to coincide with anniversary of the proclamation of Philippine independence, was participated in by teams from Filipino community …

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17 June 2015.  The Philippines concluded its participation in the recently-held 28th Southeast Asian Games (28th SEA Games) with a haul of twenty-nine gold, 36 silver and 66 bronze medals or a total of 131 medals. With a final standing behind Indonesia at 6th place, the PHL contingent improved its place in the rankings by …

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16 June 2015. Singapore.  The 117th Anniversary of the Proclamation of Philippine Independence was observed in Singapore with an array of activities organized by the Philippine Embassy under the leadership of Ambassador Antonio A. Morales and volunteers from the Filipino community comprising the “Lupon ng Araw ng Kalayaan 2015” headed by Pastor Rey Solano. In …

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09 June 2015.  One East Asia, a Singapore-based art management organization, held an inaugural show by Filipino artist, Jayson Cortez, at their new ARTSpace.  The solo exhibit, “Portal” is open until 23 June 2015 at 15 Scotts Road, #09-03, Thong Teck Building, Singapore 228218. Philippine Embassy officials headed by Ambassador Antonio A. Morales attended the …

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Ikinagalak po naming anyayahan ang lahat ng ating mga kababayan sa Singapore na lumahok sa sumusunod na mga kaganapan bilang paggunita ng ika-117 na anibersaryo ng pagpahayag ng kasarinlan ng Pilipinas dito sa Singapore: 1. FLAG-RAISING CEREMONY Friday (8:30 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.), 12 June 2015, Philippine Embassy Singapore Grounds Proposed attire:  Filipiniana (but this …

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3 June 2015 Ang 28th Southeast Asian Games (28th SEA Games) ay kasalukuyang ginaganap sa iba’t-ibang lokasyon dito sa Singapore. Kasunod ng nauna naming panawagan, hinihikayat namin ang lahat ng mga kababayan natin sa Singapore na suportahan ang Team Philippines sa 28th SEA Games hindi lamang sa pamamagitan ng panonood sa kanilang mga laro kundi …

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On 27 May 2015, Philippine Ambassador to Singapore Antonio A. Morales, together with representatives of the Philippine Embassy and members from the Filipino community in Singapore cheered the Philippines’ Top Football Club – Global FC in its match with the Singapore-based Hougang United FC during the Preliminary Round of the RHB Singapore Cup 2015.  Global FC went on …

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The Kabataang Silay Rondalla Ensemble (KSE) of the Philippines and the Singapore Marsiling Chinese Orchestra (MCO) successfully conducted their joint performance, “Love Across the Ocean II”, at the Star Theatre, Singapore, on Friday, 22 May 2015. The joint performance is the brainchild of Singapore Member of Parliament (MP) Hawazi Daipi, Senior Parliamentary Secretary, Ministry of …

Kabataang Silay Rondalla Ensemble and Marsiling Chinese Orchestra Share the Stage in “Love Across the Ocean II” in Singapore Read More »

The Philippine Embassy in Singapore joined other Philippine Foreign Service Posts around the world in honouring the memory of the late Philippine Ambassador to Pakistan Domingo “Doy” Lucenario Jr. who died in the tragic helicopter crash in the Naltar Valley in Pakistan on 8 May 2015. Top photo shows embassy officers and staff led by …

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The Philippine Embassy in Singapore on Sunday, 17 May 2015, hosted a seminar on relationship and counselling conducted by Fr. Nilo E. Tanalega, Missionary for Overseas Filipino Workers, and founder of Ugat Foundation, Inc. Representative of Filipino church-based and social organizations participated in the seminar. On top photo, Philippine Ambassador Antonio A. Morales delivers his …

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Philippine Ambassador to Singapore Ambassador Antonio A. Morales, on Tuesday, 13 May 2015, joined members of the diplomatic corps, government officials and representatives of various religious denominations at a reception to celebrate Singapore’s 50th anniversary and the 66th anniversary of the founding of the Inter-Religious Organization (IRO) at the Istana. The event was hosted by …

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07 May 2015, Singapore—The Tourism Promotions Board of the Department of Tourism (DOT), through its Representative Office in Singapore, conducted a sales mission to Singapore on May 7, 2015. The highlight of the sales mission is the business matching session at the Holiday Inn Orchard City Centre.  The Guest of Honor for the sales event–Philippine …

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The 5th edition of the Asian Filipino Bowlers Friendship Game organized by the Filipino Bowlers Club Singapore (FBCS) was held at the SAFRA Metrobowl Mt. Faber, Singapore, on 2-3 May 2015. The annual tournament, supported by OWWA and PLDT Smart, drew in Filipino bowling teams from South Korea, Taiwan, Australia, Hong Kong PCG as well …

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On 1 May 2015, Philippine Ambassador to Singapore Ambassador Antonio A. Morales joined representatives of the Philippine Embassy and members of the Filipino community in Singapore to watch the Philippine Gilas cadets defeat a gritty Singapore team to win the crown at the 11th Southeast Asia Basketball Championships at the OCBC Arena, Singapore, with a …

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The Philippine Embassy in Singapore on 3 May 2015, participated in the PHL Labor Day celebration jointly organized by the Philippine Overseas Labor Office, Overseas Workers’ Welfare Administration Office (POLO/OWWA) in Singapore and the Filipino Overseas Workers in Singapore (FOWS) at the PHL Bayanihan Centre in Pasir Panjang, Singapore. The event was held in conjunction …

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On 29 April 2015, Philippine Ambassador to Singapore hosted “Get-Together Event” of defense attachés and mid-level diplomats in Singapore at the official residence at 17 Victoria Park Road. The event was organized in collaboration with the Philippine defense attaché as a way of saying thanks to friends from other missions and was meant to provide …

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    On Saturday, 25 April 2015, the Pinoy Shuttlers Singapore (PSS), a Filipino-led badminton group, opened the 3rd edition of its annual Major Badminton Tournament at the Singapore Badminton Hall at Geylang, Singapore. The event, supported by AIA and other sponsors, drew in various badminton teams from across Singapore. Philippine Ambassador to Singapore Antonio …

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28 April 2015, Singapore—Representatives from a Teachers‘ Pension Fund from Canada called on the Philippine Ambassador to Singapore, H.E. Antonio A. Morales on April 28, 2015.   Mr. William Anawaty, President of Anari Inc., a global investment strategy and sourcing firm based in Washington D.C. and Mr. Kevin Zhu, Director for Strategy and Asset Mix of …

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As part of preparations for the 28th SEA Games, the Singapore SEA Games Organizing Committee (SINGSOC) organized a “Make-NILA” campaign. NILA is the official mascot of the 28th SEA Games. The above photo shows the “Make-A-NILA” entry submitted by the Philippine Embassy that was made by Philippine visual artist, Mr. Pierre Patricio. Fifty other participating …

28th SEA Games Make-A-NILA Programme entries Showcased at Raffles City, 18 April-03 May 2015 Read More »

The new  Institute of Electronics and Communication Engineers of the Philippines (IECEP)- Singapore Chapter officers headed by Engr. Gerald Espina, President/Governor, held an induction/oath taking ceremony by Ambassador Antonio A. Morales at the Philippine Embassy in Singapore on 25 March 2015.

20 April 2015, Singapore-Philippine Ambassador to Singapore H.E. Antonio A. Morales was the Guest Speaker during the launch of the book entitled “DISRUPT. Filipino Women: Out, Loud, Leading Without a Doubt” held on 17 April 2015 at the LKY School of Public Policy of the National University of Singapore.  The book is the first book …

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