The Philippine Economy: What Investors Need to Know
Co-chairs Jaime Zobel and John Negroponte, and Ambassador Jose Manuel Romualdez opened the February 27 “Economic and Business Forum” by welcoming participants, including members of the Management Association of the Philippines and the American Chamber of Commerce. Professor Karl Jandoc, who heads the U.P. School of Economics, briefed on the …
12 Feb | PH-U.S. Partnership: Strengthening the Philippines Health System
Monday, February 12, 2024 1:30 PM – 2:30 PM EST (Washington DC) In-Person Event Only Venue: Embassy of the Republic of the Philippines 1600 Massachusetts Ave NW Washington DC 20036 Join us for a discussion with USAID Assistant Administrator for Global Health Dr. Atul Gawande on the Philippine healthcare challenges …
Recommended Books
Often underreported in American history are significant events that forge a future path for U.S. and Philippine relations. In 2023, US-Philippines Society programs highlighted two highly informative historical books with American perspectives on U.S. foreign policy, focusing on key figures and groups at the turn of the century. “Bounden Duty” …
Maligayang Pasko at Manigong Bagong Taon
Maligayang Pasko at Manigong Bagong Taon Wishing you a happy holiday! We join communities in the Philippines and across the United States in the celebration of “Simbang Gabi.” As we gather with family and friends to celebrate the holidays, we wish you a safe and happy holiday season and a …
COP28: U.S.-Philippines Cooperation and Strategies to Combat Climate Change
The December 12 program, “COP28: Climate Challenges and Opportunities in the Philippines,” addressed 1) Philippine equities at the Climate Conference and key-takeaways, 2) USAID participation at COP28 and engagement with the Philippines, and 3) an on-the-ground view of climate impact and mitigation efforts in the Philippines. Headliners included Environment and …
COP28: Climate Challenges and Opportunities for the Philippines
COP28: Climate Challenges and Opportunities for the Philippines Tuesday, December 12, 2023 8:30 AM – 9:30 AM ET (Washington DC) 9:30 PM – 10:30 PM PHT (Philippines) Online Event Only REGISTER HERE Zoom link to follow Join us for a discussion on what was accomplished at COP28, what is ahead …
APEC 2023: U.S. Leadership Highlights Commitment in Asia Pacific and Enhanced U.S.-PH Engagement
At a December 1 APEC 2023 Recap program, U.S. Senior Official for APEC Matthew Murray provided insights into the Biden administration’s priorities as APEC 2023 host, U.S. engagement with member economies, particularly U.S.-Philippines cooperation on important APEC issues including inclusivity, sustainability, and prosperity. Amb Murray also discussed outcomes culminating in …
Dec 1 | APEC 2023 Recap: American Multilateral Leadership; U.S.-Philippines Bilateral Engagement
Friday, December 1, 2023 1:30 PM to 2:30 PM EST Venue: The Embassy of the Republic of the Philippines 1600 Massachusetts Avenue, NW, Washington, DC 20036 In-Person Event REGISTER Join us for a presentation and discussion of key takeaways from the recent APEC meetings hosted by the United States in …
Tenth Anniversary of Typhoon Haiyan: Remembrance, Recovery, and Resilience
Ten years ago the Philippines was struck by Typhoon Haiyan, the most powerful storm to make landfall in recorded history. Haiyan wreaked destruction across a broad swath of the central Visayas, displacing families and severely damaging businesses, ports, infrastructure, agricultural lands, churches and public facilities. More than 6,000 perished and …
In Memoriam | Noel “Sonny” Izon
It is with great sadness that we share the news of the passing of Noel “Sonny” Izon, age 76, in Milan Italy, a place he loved to visit. His wife, Kathryn, and family members were with him in the hospital where he received care after a massive heart attack. Sonny …