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Sept 11 | Philippines-U.S. Strategic Engagement: Briefing and Discussion with Ambassador Jose Manuel G. Romualdez 

The Embassy of the Republic of the Philippines in Washington DC and the US-Philippines Society invite you to Philippines-U.S. Strategic Engagement: Briefing and Discussion with Ambassador Jose Manuel G. Romualdez   IN-PERSON EVENT Wednesday, September 11, 2024 3:30 PM -5:00 PM Venue: Embassy of the Republic of the Philippines 1600 …

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Recognition of Filipino Americans’ Contributions and Success in their Fields

Congratulations To Four Filipino Americans Celebrating extraordinary professional success The US-Philippines Society recognizes White House Executive Chef Cristeta Comerford, Architect Hedy Thomas, Surgeon Juan Montero and Olympian Lee Kiefer for their decades of hard work, dedication, and commitment to service, overcoming challenges, and earning praise from peers. Our best wishes …

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Updated Book, “United States and Philippines: An Enduring Friendship” now available with US-Philippines Society Membership

We are pleased to announce that an updated version of the book, UNITED STATES AND PHILIPPINES: An Enduring Friendship, is now available. In vivid photographs, it chronicles historical events and less known facts on how the friendship between the two countries developed over a century. As part of our Special …

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Eighth Anniversary of the U.N. Arbitral Ruling on the South China Sea

12 July 2024 – A key element in championing a free and open Indo-Pacific is the preservation of peace and stability in the South China Sea through maintenance of a rules-based order consistent with the unanimous decision of the United Nations Arbitral Tribunal on July 12, 2016. On the occasion …

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Role of Grassroots Engagement in Bangsamoro Peacebuilding Initiatives and Upcoming 2025 Elections

A June 20 US-Philippines Society roundtable discussion with Aliah Adam, a peace advocate and Country Director of Strategic Communications and Capacity Building Project Philippines, provided insights into the dynamics of various stakeholders in the Bangsamoro Peacebuilding in Mindanao and offered opportunities to assess progress in peace efforts. Based in Cotabato …

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Philippine National Day Message

The US-Philippines Society congratulates the government and people of the Philippines, who mark the 126th anniversary of the proclamation of independence from Spanish colonial rule on June 12. The Society recognizes that following a complicated and troubled historical beginning with the Treaty of Paris that granted the Philippines to the …

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Celebrating Philippine Culture and History: Displays and Performances at the Philippine Embassy during Around the World Embassy Tour

The US-Philippines Society appreciated the opportunity to participate in the Philippine Embassy’s Around the World Embassy Tour on May 4. Ambassador Jose Manuel Romualdez welcomed an estimated 4,000 visitors for a day of fun activities learning about pre-Hispanic Philippine writing system of Baybayin and Philippine history, popular Philippine delicacies, traditional …

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Medical Assistance for Southern Mindanao

Over three thousand patients received free medical treatment and dental care provided by volunteers of the Medical Mission of Mercy USA during its 22nd annual medical mission in early February of this year. In hospitals and site facilities located in General Santos City and Lake Sebu, doctors and dentists performed …

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Tribute to RADM Daniel McKinnon

The US-Philippines Society hosted an April 4 luncheon tribute at the Army Navy Club honoring USPH Society member Rear Admiral Dan McKinnon who participated via zoom. The tribute was highlighted by the presentation of a Certificate of Recognition from the Philippine Embassy, a Carlos P. Romulo Award from the US-Philippines …

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Strengthening the Philippine Primary Healthcare

At the Feb 12 roundtable titled, “Strengthening the PH Health System,” renowned surgeon and USAID Assistant Administrator for Global Health Dr. Atul Gawande discussed key takeaways from his visit to the Philippines, Jan 29-Feb 1. He affirmed USAID’s support of the Marcos administration’s major policy and financing commitment to radically …

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