Five Pinay HSWs in SG Write Own Cookbook

08 July 2019 – Lita Patricio, Jomarcy Bebida, Rose Buenvenida, Carina Rebuya, and Jetky Marie Amores have one thing in common: they are all Filipino household service workers in Singapore and they are the authors of a bestseller cookbook, “Family Favorites.” Launched last 08 November where Philippine Ambassador to Singapore Joseph Del Mar Yap attended, […]

Ms. Universe Singapore has Filipino Creative Consultant

08 July 2019 – Mr. Jonas Antonio Gaffud is now the Creative Consultant for Miss Universe Singapore. He hopes to establish an effective synergy among the different Ms. Universe franchises in the region and serve as a platform to support worthy advocacies, including those in the Philippines. Ambassador Yap suggested that Mr. Gaffud build upon the […]

DTI Usec. Rafaelita Aldaba and Executives of Filipino Startup Enterprises Participated in the Panel Discussion at Innovfest Unbound 2019

3 July 2019 – Department of Trade and Industry Undersecretary Rafaelita M. Aldaba and executives of Filipino startup enterprises spoke on the Philippine Startup Ecosystem during the Innovfest Unbound 2019, the annual event of Smart Nation Innovations. The conference was held at Sands Expo and Convention Centre, Singapore on 27-28 June 2019. The Filipino startup […]

Filipino Cuisine: The Next Big Thing in Singapore

02 July 2019 – Sentro Rizal Singapore of the Philippine Embassy in Singapore, in collaboration with the National Commission for Culture and the Arts (NCCA), Mandarin Orchard, Mama Sita’s, Philippine Airlines (PAL), and Arc Gin, successfully organized Fiesta Filipino, a showcase of Filipino cuisine that ran from 22 to 30 June 2019 at the Triple […]

Philippine National Bank Conducts Seminar on Unit Investment Trust Fund for Filipinos Working in Singapore

1 July 2019- The Philippine Embassy in Singapore facilitated a talk on making a personal investment in Unit Investment Trust Funds (UITFs) organized by Philippine National Bank (PNB) Singapore. UITFs are investment products offered by commercial banks in the Philippines. The talk gave an introduction to investing in UITFs, which are directed to income earners […]

EMBASSY ADVISORY | On Investment Schemes

The Philippine Embassy informs our kababayan in Singapore that the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) in Manila has posted on its official website, www.sec.gov.ph, several advisories warning the public about several illegal investment-taking activities in light of the rampant Ponzi schemes and/or alleged investment schemes circulating publicly and online. Unfortunately, some of the victims of […]

MADZ Concludes Southeast Asian Tour by Captivating SG

26 June 2019 – Sentro Rizal Singapore of the Philippine Embassy in Singapore, in collaboration with the National Commission for Culture and the Arts (NCCA), Esplanade, and Mandarin Orchard, successfully organized performances by the internationally-renowned Philippine Madrigal Singers (MADZ) on 22-23 June 2019 to jointly celebrate the 121st Anniversary of the Declaration of Philippine Independence […]

12 Philippine IT Companies and Start-ups Participate in ConnecTech Asia 2019

Twelve (12) technology companies participated in ConnecTechAsia 2019, the annual trade exhibition on blockchain, artificial intelligence, Internet of Things and smart data analytics. ConnecTechAsia 2019 was held at Sands Expo and Convention Centre on 18-20 June 2019. The Philippine exhibitors consist of the following companies : (1) Advance World Solutions, Inc (leading offshore BPO/ITO company), […]

EMBASSY ADVISORY | On the removal of the Red Satin Ribbon on All Legal Documents

Effective 15 June 2019, pursuant to the instruction of the Department of Foreign Affairs in Manila, the Philippine Embassy in Singapore will no longer use the red satin ribbon on legal documents submitted for authentication or notarization. However, all legal documents authenticated or notarized by the Philippine Embassy in Singapore will continue to carry the […]

Migration Advocacy and Media (MAM) Awards

To        :          All Philippine Foreign Service Posts From   :           Commission on Filipinos Overseas Re       :           Migration Advocacy and Media (MAM) Awards Greetings from the Commission on Filipinos Overseas (CFO)! We are pleased to inform the Post that the nominations to the Migration Advocacy and Media (MAM) Awards 2019 are now open. These […]

Filipino Artist Manuel Ocampo opens Exhibit at STPI

The Philippine Embassy, represented by Consul Gonaranao B. Musor and Cultural Officer Sheila B. Bengtlars, graced the opening of the exhibit of Manuel Ocampo, a multi-award winning Filipino artist, at STPI Gallery on 17 May 2019. “Manuel Ocampo: Ideological Mash-Up/Remix” which runs from 18 May to 22 June 2019, showcases the artist’s approach in “employing […]

SPF ADVISORY | Resurgence of Lucky Draw Scams

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PH Embassy Marks 50th Anniversary with SG through Launch of Commemorative Stamp

17 May 2019 – Philippine Ambassador to Singapore Joseph Del Mar Yap hosted a simple reception to commemorate the 50th anniversary of PH-SG diplomatic relations on 16 May 2019 at the Official Residence, where the commemorative stamp jointly released by the Philippine Postal Corporation (PHLPost) and Singapore Post (SingPost) was also officially launched. Guest of […]

TFC as An Official Media TV Partner of PH Embassy for the celebration of 50th Anniversary of PH-SG Relations

16 May 2019– The Philippine Embassy in Singapore has officially designated ABS-CBN Corporation, through its subsidiary ABS-CBN Global Ltd, to be one of its official media TV partner for the commemoration of the 50th anniversary of the Philippines-Singapore Bilateral Relations this year. To highlight this year’s celebration, ABS-CBN Corporation brings its international musical event, “One […]

PH Embassy SG celebrates National Heritage Month through storytelling with kids

  In celebration of the Philippine National Heritage Month this May, the Philippine Embassy, in collaboration with the National Library Board of Singapore (NLB), organized a storytelling session for children on 4 May 2019 at the children’s section of the Central Public Library. Consul J. Anthony A. Reyes, Consul Gonaranao B. Musor, and Cultural Officer […]

INVITATION | Storytelling Sessions for Children

PH Embassy in Singapore convenes town hall meeting with the AFP Deputy Chief of Staff for Civil-Military Operations

  Singapore, 06 April 2019 – Major General Antonio Parlade,Jr., Armed Forces of the Philippines Deputy Chief of Staff for Civil Military Operations, informed the Filipino Community members on the Philippine Government’s thrust to end local communist armed conflict (ECLAC) within a few years. “We are hoping as soon as 2022,” he said. Major General […]

Notice of Final Testing & Sealing of Vote Counting Machines

PH Embassy in Singapore holds 2nd Filipino Community Leaders’ meeting on 2019 PH Elections

The Philippine Embassy in Singapore held its second Filipino Community Leaders’ Meeting at the Philippine Chancery. Ambassador Joseph del Mar Yap informed the Filipino Community that the Embassy will conduct the Philippine National Election in Singapore from 13 April to 13 May 2019. The Embassy will adopt Postal Voting using the Automated Elections System as […]

Filipino Diplomat Chosen to Deliver Valedictory Speech at Singapore’s Diplomatic Academy

  Ms. Maricar S. Yambao, who is currently a Principal Assistant at the Office of Protocol of the Department of Foreign Affairs, was one of the two (2) participants chosen to deliver a valedictory speech during the closing ceremony of the Programme for ASEAN Diplomats (PAD) held last 29 March at the Diplomatic Academy of […]

Philippine Embassy Singapore Conducts Cultural Briefing for Singaporean Primary School Counselors

    The Philippine Embassy in Singapore represented by Consul Gonaranao B. Musor and Cultural Officer Sheila B. Bengtlars met with thirteen primary school counselors of North Cluster 2 for a briefing on Filipino culture on 26 March 2019 at the Chongfu Primary School. Consul Musor discussed various aspects of Filipino culture including social norms, […]

SP Jain School of Global Management Offers Scholarships for Filipino Students and Professionals

21 March 2019 – Ambassador Joseph Del Mar Yap was warmly welcomed by the faculty, staff and students of the SP Jain School of Global Management, led by Dr. John Fong, CEO & Head of Campus (Singapore), last 20 March. Accompanied by First Secretary and Consul Gonaranao B. Musor and Mr. Wilford Wong, Ambassador Yap […]

First Metro Securities Conducts Seminars on Investment for Filipinos Working in Singapore

20 March 2019 – The Philippine Embassy in Singapore facilitated a series of financial literacy forums conducted by stockbrokerage firm First Metro Securities on 16-17 March 2019 in Singapore. The first financial literacy forum focused on investing in blue chip stocks, equities and mutual funds. It was held at the Embassy chancery on 16 March […]

Call for Proposals: The Evaluation of the Informal ASEM Human Rights Seminar Series (2012-2017)

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Franchise Expert Conducts Series of Talks on Venturing into the Philippine Market

10 March 2019 – The Philippine Embassy in Singapore held a financial literacy forum on “Getting a Franchise in the Philippines,” with Mr. Armando Bartolome, who is an expert on franchising, as resource speaker. Before an audience of about 120 overseas Filipinos, Mr. Bartolome spoke on considerations for getting a franchise. His tips included doing […]

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International Filipina Designer Pia Gladys Perey Showcased in Singapore

08 March 2019 – To strengthen its presence in the Singapore market, internationally-renowned Filipina designer, Pia Gladys Perey (PGP), was among those featured in an exclusive showcase for Maison de Designer held on 23 February 2019 at the St. Regis Hotel. First Secretary Gonaranao B. Musor and Commercial Counsellor Maria Cynthia B. Ricafort attended on […]

Overseas Voting for the 2019 Philippine National Elections | 13 April – 13 May 2019

Guidelines for Accreditation (Mass Media / Filipino Community / NGO / CSO) in Connection with the Conduct of Overseas Voting for the May 2019 elections

The COMELEC Resolutions on the Guidelines for Accreditation in Connection with the Conduct of Overseas Voting under the Republic Act No. 9189, otherwise known as “The Overseas Absentee Voting Act of 2003” as amended by Republic Act No. 10590 for Purposes of the May 13 2019 National and Local Elections may be viewed by clicking […]

Philippine Embassy in Singapore Hosts Financial Literacy Seminar on Retail Treasury Bonds

26 February 2019 – The Philippine Embassy in Singapore hosted a financial literacy seminar on retail treasury bonds (RTBs) on Saturday, 23 February 2019. The seminar was conducted by Ms. Sharon P. Almanza, Deputy Treasurer of the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas Bureau of Treasury, as one of their roadshows to launch the 22nd Tranche of […]

PH Showcases Resilience and Creativity at Chingay Parade 2019

  The Philippines proudly displayed its rich and colourful culture as well as its resilience amid adversity during the Chingay Parade 2019 which was held on 15-16 February 2019 at F1 Pit Building, Singapore. The theme for this year’s parade is “Dreams Funtasia.” The Chingay Parade, Singapore’s annual national event, is the largest street performance […]

PH Explores Training Opportunities on Leadership and Diplomacy with SG

13 February 2019 – Minister and Consul General of the Philippine Embassy in Singapore, Mr. Adrian Bernie C. Candolada, formally made an introductory call on the Deputy Director of Singapore MFA’s Technical Cooperation Directorate, Ms. Elenore Kang, last 12 February. During the meeting, Minister Candolada acknowledged the milestone in the bilateral relations between the Philippines […]

Philippine Embassy, Singapore Participates in the Feast Day of Sto. Niño and the Sinulog Festival

Philippine Ambassador to Singapore, Joseph Del Mar Yap, his wife, Madame Josephine Gotianun Yap, and the officers and staff of the Philippine Embassy joined the celebration of the Feast Day of Sto. Niño and the Sinulog Festival on 27 January 2019 at the Church of Our Lady of Perpetual Succour-Singapore. This is the fifth year […]

Financial Literacy Seminar on Purchasing Retail Treasury Bonds

The Philippine Embassy in Singapore is pleased to inform you that the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas will hold a special financial literacy seminar on BUYING PHILIPPINE RETAIL TREASURY BONDS on 23 February 2019 Saturday at the Philippine Embassy (20 Nassim Road 258395), at 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 nn. Admission is free. This seminar is being conducted as a special announcement of the […]

Ambassador, PH Businesses Discuss Creation of a Chamber of Commerce

24 January 2019 – Ambassador Joseph Del Mar Yap and representatives of 17 Filipino-owned businesses discussed yesterday the prospect of creating a Philippine Chamber of Commerce in Singapore. The meeting was attended by representatives of : Afreight, Ayala Land, BDO Unibank, Churreria La Lola, Excent One, HFSE International School, Human Nature and Greenpicks, Jollibee, LBC […]

50th Anniversary of PH-SG relations celebrations discussed at Filcom leaders meeting

Singapore, 26 January 2019 – The Philippine Embassy in Singapore held its regular Filipino Community Leaders meeting, where Ambassador Joseph M. Yap announced its plans to hold special activities to mark the 50th Anniversary of the establishment of Philippines-Singapore diplomatic relations. The Embassy presented the official logo of the 50th Anniversary program, the result of […]

First Sunday Consular Services in Singapore for 2019

31 January 2019 – The Philippine Embassy in Singapore, in coordination with the Philippine Overseas Labor Office (POLO), successfully conducted its first Sunday consular services for 2019 last 27 January. With Consul Gonaranao B. Musor as supervising officer, the Embassy and POLO completed a total of 386 transactions: 88 passport renewals processed, 8 passport validity […]

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PH and SG Jointly Launch Official Logo and Tagline for their 50th Anniversary

14 January 2019 – Philippine Ambassador to Singapore Joseph Del Mar Yap proudly announces the launch of the official logo and tagline for the 50th anniversary of Philippines-Singapore relations this year. The logo was chosen from 37 entries submitted in a competition jointly conducted by the Philippine Embassy in Singapore and the Singapore Embassy in […]

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