80th Anniversary of Philippines-United States Diplomatic Relations
The logo was officially unveiled on 5 February 2026 at the SM Mall of Asia Globe in Pasay City, marking the start of a yearlong campaign led by the U.S. Embassy in the Philippines. This event is in partnership with the Philippine Embassy and Consulates General in the United States …
Amb John Negroponte: Remarks at the Logo Launch of the 80th Anniversary of PH-U.S Diplomatic Relations
February 9, 2026 Malacañang Palace, Manila Remarks of Ambassador John D. Negroponte former Ambassador to the Philippines (1993-1996) This recognition of the 80th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations is a timely occasion to reflect on events before 1946, in the decades that followed, and into the 21st century. …
Highlights of 2026 US-Philippines Society Trilateral Program in Tokyo
On February 12, US-Philippines Society Co-Chairs Ambassador John Negroponte and Jaime Augusto Zobel de Ayala led a delegation of board members to Tokyo to discuss opportunities for trilateral U.S.-Philippines-Japan cooperation. The group met with officials at the Ministry of Economy, Trade, and Industry (METI) and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs …
Choral Arts Society of Washington Brings Musical Holiday Cheer with a Philippine Accent
A highlight of the Washington DC holiday season was the 45th Annual Concert “O Night Divine,” at the Kennedy Center, December 15, 2025. Performing for Washingtonians, local civic leaders and foreign dignitaries, the breathtaking performance was a smash hit. A gala and silent auction fundraising with sponsors, donors and supporters …
Highlights of the 2025 Manila Dialogue on South China Sea
Washington DC – On November 20, USPHS Senior Advisor Brian Harding and Center for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS) adjunct fellow Hunter Marston spoke at an event hosted by the US-Philippines Society in partnership with the CSIS Asia Maritime Transparency Initiative (AMTI) on the outcomes of the November 5–7 Manila …
Update on the Peace Process in Bangsamoro Autonomous Region of Muslim Mindanao
Washington DC – Following the latest postponement of parliamentary elections in the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region of Muslim Mindanao, the US-Philippines Society invited Haironesah Domado to lead an October 28 roundtable discussion on factors behind the election postponement and implications for peace and stability in the southern Philippines going forward. A …
A Review and Preview of Philippine Growth and Investment Trends
Washington DC – The fourth quarter Philippine investment forum reviewed 2025 economic data and prospects for continued growth into the new year. Drawing on the largely positive outlook at a September 25-26 Arangkada forum in Manila, US-Philippines Society Senior Advisor Brian Harding detailed key take-aways from presentations by Philippine officials …
Nov 18 | South China Sea: Addressing Maritime Security Challenges
Invitation to a Roundtable South China Sea: Addressing Maritime Security Challenges Tuesday, November 18, 2025 Venue: Center for Strategic and International Studies 1616 Rhode Island Ave NE, Washington DC REGISTER SPEAKERS Indo-Pacific security and policy analyst Dr. Hunter Marston and Southeast Asia advisor Brian Harding recently participated in …
Oct 29 | Philippine Investment Roundtable 2025
Philippines Investment Roundtable 2025 Wednesday, October 29, 2025 3:00 PM – 4:30 PM Venue: The Embassy of the Republic of the Philippines 1600 Massachusetts Ave NW, Washington D.C. Speakers Speaker Bios Philippine Investment Roundtable Program-Philippines-Investment-Roundtable-2025- Jose Manuel G. Romualdez Philippine Ambassador to the United States Ambassador Thomas C. …
Help Cebu Quake Victims today, your support counts
Dear Supporter, Right now, in the heavily affected northern Cebu region of the Central Philippines, displaced children and families are navigating loss of family members, damaged homes, fear of aftershocks, uncertainty, and hunger – the aftermath of a deadly magnitude 6.9 earthquake on September 30 evening. Estimated 209,972 families were …