Broad-based Partnerships to Combat Climate Change in the Philippines
Washington DC – The US-Philippines Society co-hosted a February 2 virtual forum featuring expert panelists USAID Deputy Assistant Administrator Craig Hart, National Resilience Council President Ma. Antonia Yulo Loyzaga, and the Philippine Disaster Resilience Foundation President Rene Meily. Philippine Ambassador to the U.S. Jose Manuel Romualdez gave introductory remarks. Panelists …
Embassy Officials Awarded Highest Presidential Awards For Exemplary Service
The US-Philippines Society joins in saluting Ambassador Jose Manuel Romualdez and Consul Katrina Isabelle Borja-Martin for their commitment to and effective work in strengthening the US-Philippines relationship amid so many real-world challenges. WASHINGTON, D.C. – Philippine President Rodrigo Roa Duterte decorated Philippine Ambassador to the US Jose Romualdez with the Order …
Official Reception honoring the 9th U.S.-Philippines Bilateral Strategic Dialogue
Congratulations to a successful 9th U.S.-Philippines Bilateral Strategic Dialogue held November 15-16, in Washington D.C. Following conclusion of the two-day talks, the US-Philippines Society in partnership with the Philippine Embassy hosted a reception attended by senior U.S. and Philippines delegates. US-Philippines Society Co-Chair Ambassador John D. Negroponte welcomed guests, citing …
US-Philippines Society Meets Foreign Affairs Secretary Teodoro Locsin in Washington
As the Philippines and the United States mark the 75th anniversary of Diplomatic Relations, Secretary of Foreign Affairs Teodoro L. Locsin engaged with members of Congress in Washington DC, September 28-October 1. During his visit, the US-Philippines Society hosted a luncheon in honor of the Secretary at the Taft Dining …
Apr 28 | Combating anti-Asian Violence in the US and Beyond
The US-Philippines Society and Stimson Center’s Southeast Asia Forum will host a virtual forum on Combating anti-Asian Violence in the U.S. and Beyond April 28, 2021, Wednesday 12:00 pm – 1:15 pm EDT The shooting of eight persons in Atlanta last month and attacks in New York City brought to …
Message from President John F. Maisto: 75th Anniversary of US-PH Diplomatic Ties
In Commemoration of the 75th Anniversary of the Establishment of Diplomatic Relations between the Republic of the Philippines and the United States of America Ambassador John F. Maisto As President of the US-Philippines Society and former diplomat who served in the Philippines, it is a distinct honor to participate in …
Post-election Analysis: Outcomes and the Biden Administration’s Policy Priorities
At a November 23 post-election virtual roundtable, Washington insider Jonathan Slade presented an in-depth analysis of the U.S. election outcomes, the impact of changing demographics in key states and an update on the electoral college process. He said the electorate voted for divided government, splitting their tickets as the Republicans …
March 9: Current U.S.-Philippines Relations and Perspective on Ways Forward, with Ambassador Jose Manuel G. Romualdez
PRIVATE ROUNDTABLE LUNCH INVITATION MONDAY, MARCH 9, 2020 12:00 PM – 1:30 PM The Stimson Center 1211 Connecticut Ave, NW, 8th Floor Washington, DC 20036 Register The Philippine government’s recent announcement to terminate the Visiting Forces Agreement (VFA) raises questions about the shape of future security ties with the United …