Manila Business Forum 2017: Investment Opportunities and Economic Agenda
MANILA – On February 21, US-Philippines Society Directors of the Board took part in the panel discussion with legislative leaders, including Senate President Koko Pimentel, Sen. Grace Poe, and Mindanao Congressman Max Rodriguez, the delegation welcomed assurances that congress would ease restrictions on foreign investment and strengthen a rules-based legal …
President Duterte Welcomed the US-Philippines Society
MANILA, PHILIPPINES – Directors of the US-Philippines Society concluded a highly successful five-day business mission to the Philippines on February 24 with a tour of typhoon recovery assistance projects in Tacloban City. President Rodrigo R. Duterte personally welcomed the Society’s bi-national board, led by Co-chairs Manuel V. Pangilinan and Ambassador John D. …
New leaders blur US, PH trade pact
By Irma Isip February 22, 2017 The US-Philippines Society said yesterday that as a sign of stronger relations, a free trade agreement (FTA) between the United States and the Philippines is possible but largely uncertain due to the change in leadership in both countries. What is being considered is an …
DBM Chief optimistic about PH economic prospects
Posted on February 21, 2017 MANILA – DBM Sec. Benjamin Diokno discussed today, together with DTI Secretary Ramon Lopez, DOF Secretary Sonny Dominguez and NEDA Socioeconomic Planning Sec Ernesto Pernia, the economic prospects at the US-Philippine Society 5th Anniversary Board of Directors Meeting. Sec. Diokno presented the budget process and …
US Ambassador Sung Y. Kim: speaking at the Romulo Cafe
FILIPINO WORLDVIEW by Roberto R. Romulo (The Philippine Star) February 3, 2017 I recently hosted a dinner in honor of the new American Ambassador Sung Y. Kim. By design, it turned out to be not just a social affair but an opportunity for the ambassador to interact with the business community …
Philippine Government Congratulates President Donald Trump
Washington, D.C.- Presidential Communications Secretary Martin Andanar and National Security Adviser Hermogenes Esperon, Jr. attended the inauguration of United States President Donald Trump in Washington D.C. on Friday, January 20. The two Cabinet officials were at the US capital to witness the 58th Presidential Inauguration, with the theme “Uniquely American.” …
2016 Highlights: U.S. – Philippines Ties During a Transition Year
WASHINGTON, D.C. – The 70th anniversary of the US-Philippines bilateral diplomatic relationship will be remembered for uncharted political realities. On November 8, President-elect Donald Trump, a well-known real estate developer and media personality, won the election that defied polling surveys and will become the 45th President of the United States of …
Call for Donations to Assist in the Relief Efforts in the aftermath of Two Super Typhoons
Let’s not forget those who have lost much and are now in need Your donation can make a difference during this holiday season. The US-Philippines Society and the Philippine Disaster Resilience Foundation are calling for support in providing assistance to storm victims in the Bicol region, which was struck by …
Philippine Forum Highlights Challenges in Combating the Drug Epidemic
WASHINGTON, D.C.- At the December 12 forum, “Philippines 2016: Confronting the Drug Problem,” U.S. and Philippine government officials and public health experts offered insights into the magnitude of the drug epidemic in the Philippines, anti-drug initiatives launched by President Rodrigo R. Duterte, and recommendations for the right mix of public health …
Secretary of Health Ubial addresses “Philippines 2016: Confronting the Drug Problem” Forum
WASHINGTON, D.C. – On December 12, Secretary of the Philippine Department of Health Paulyn B. Rosell-Ubial, M.D. addressed speakers and participants of the “Philippines 2016: Confronting the Drug Problem” Forum at Johns Hopkins SAIS.