June 12, 2026
PHILIPPINES AND KOREA FOSTER ENDURING FRIENDSHIP THROUGH ARTISTIC COLLABORATION
Seoul, 3 – 8 June 2026 – In celebration of the 128th anniversary of the commemoration of Philippine Independence and the 77th year of the establishment of Diplomatic Relations between the Republic of the Philippines and the Republic of Korea, the Philippine Embassy in Seoul in partnership with Grida K Pop Art Inc. led by its Founder, Ms. Hee Jung “Julie” Kim, organized a series of simultaneous art exhibitions in Jung-gu, Insa-dong, and Gangnam, showcasing the enduring friendship between the Philippines and Korea through artistic expression.
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June 12, 2026
PHILIPPINES SPOTLIGHTS PRISTINE NATURAL WONDERS AT SEOUL INTERNATIONAL TRAVEL FAIR
Seoul, 04 June 2026 – The Tourism Promotions Board - Philippines (TPB PHL) and the Philippine Department of Tourism-Korea Office (PDOT-Korea) led the Philippines participation in the 41st Seoul International Travel Fair (SITF) held from 4-7 June 2026 at the Convention and Exhibition Center (COEX) Seoul, Republic of Korea. DOT in partnership with Philippine Airlines, Cebu Pacific Air, Radisson Hotel Group, Jpark Island Resort & Waterpark, Marriott International Philippines, Nustar Resort & Casino, and Pinatubo Mountainero Travel and Tours mounted the Philippine booth at the 41st SITF showcasing the Philippines dynamic culture, pristine nature, and premium resort destinations to domestic travelers and industry professionals. In addition, the Puerto Princesa City Government conducted a product presentation promoting Palawan to Korean travelers. Philippine Ambassador to the Republic of Korea, H.E. Bernadette Therese C. Fernandez attended the opening ceremony of the 41st SITF on 04 June 2026. Ambassador Fernandez visited the Philippine booth and expressed the Embassy’s full support to the Philippine delegation emphasizing that “The event serves as a meaningful opportunity to directly showcase the diverse and rich charms of the Philippines to Korean travelers, with whom the Philippines has maintained a close and long-standing partnership.” The Philippine pavilion drew crowd attention as participating companies hosted special presentations with highly coveted prizes including complimentary luxury hotel accommodation vouchers and round-trip airline tickets given to lucky winners. Since 1986, the SITF has grown into Korea’s leading international travel fair, becoming an important avenue for exchange and cooperation within the global tourism industry. Along with Korea’s regional destinations, there are over 300 organizations and businesses from 40 countries participating at this year’s edition of the SITF. For the Philippines, the ROK remains as one of the most vital and valued tourism markets and its participation in major travel and tourism exhibitions such as the SITF will further intensify initiatives to attract Korean travelers to visit the Philippines. END
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June 11, 2026
MWO-OWWA HOLDS ON-THE-SPOT SLOGAN AND POSTER MAKING CONTESTS FOR 31ST MIGRANT WORKERS DAY
Seoul, 7 June 2026 - As part of the pre-celebration activities for the 31st Migrant Workers Day, the Philippine Embassy in Seoul, through the Migrant Workers Office (MWO) and Overseas Workers Welfare Administration (OWWA), successfully conducted the On-the-Spot Slogan Making Contest and On-the-Spot Poster Making Contest on 7 June 2026 at Sentro Rizal, Philippine Embassy in Seoul. Six participants competed in the slogan-making contest, while ten participants showcased their artistic talents in the poster-making contest. The contestants consisted of EPS Workers, Caregivers, and Professors all coming from different parts of Korea like Seoul, Gimpo, Hwaseong, Ansan, and Paju. The program also featured the special Migrant Workers Day messages of Department of Migrant Workers (DMW) Secretary Hans Leo J. Cacdac and OWWA Administrator Patricia Yvonne “PY” Caunan, who recognized the invaluable contributions of OFWs and reaffirmed the government’s commitment to their welfare and protection.
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June 10, 2026
EMPOWERING OFWS THROUGH ENTREPRENEURSHIP: PHILIPPINE EMBASSY IN SEOUL HOLDS BUSINESS STRATEGY SEMINAR
26 April 2026, Seoul, Republic of Korea. As part of the month-long celebration of the 44th Anniversary of the Overseas Workers Welfare Administration (OWWA), the Philippine Embassy in Seoul, through the Migrant Workers Office (MWO) and OWWA-South Korea, in partnership with the Philippine Trade and Investment Center (PTIC)-Seoul, successfully conducted a Business Strategy Seminar on 31 May 2026 at the Sentro Rizal Hall, Philippine Embassy in Seoul.A total of 53 Overseas Filipino Workers (OFWs) and Overseas Filipinos (OFs) attended the seminar, demonstrating their commitment to enhancing their entrepreneurial knowledge and preparing for long-term financial stability and reintegration.
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June 09, 2026
PHILIPPINE AMBASSADOR JOINS ASEAN COMMITTEE IN SEOUL IN A STUDY VISIT TO LOTTE R&D CENTER
Seoul, 28 May 2026 – Philippine Ambassador to the Republic of Korea, H.E. Bernadette Therese C. Fernandez joined ASEAN Ambassadors and their representatives in a study visit to the Lotte R&D Center in Gangseo-gu, Seoul. The tour was organized by the Royal Thai Embassy in Seoul, in cooperation with Ms. Yvonne Kim, Special Advisor to the CEO of Lotte Hotel and Resorts.
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May 31, 2026
PH EMBASSY PARTICIPATES IN THE SEOUL FRIENDSHIP FESTIVAL AND NAMI ISLAND INTERNATIONAL CHILDREN’S BOOK FESTIVAL
Seoul and Chuncheon, May 2026 - The Philippine Embassy in Seoul participated in back-to-back cultural festivals in the Republic of Korea, further strengthening the Philippines’ cultural diplomacy and people-to-people exchanges through literature, tourism, and cultural promotion.
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May 28, 2026
PHILIPPINE EMBASSY IN SEOUL SPOTLIGHTS BIODIVERSITY, HERITAGE AT WORLD MIGRATORY BIRD DAY 2026
SEOUL, 14 May 2026 — The Philippine Embassy in Seoul, led by Ambassador Bernadette Therese C. Fernandez, and the East Asian-Australasian Flyway Partnership (EAAFP) Secretariat, led by Chief Executive Jennifer George, co-hosted the World Migratory Bird Day 2026 reception on 14 May 2026 at the Sentro Rizal Hall of the Philippine Embassy.
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May 27, 2026
SEOUL PE HOSTS MEETING ON KAMIC PROJECT
05 May 2026 - The Philippine Embassy in Seoul hosted a meeting between its officials, the Department of Agriculture officials led by Undersecretary for Special Concerns and ODA, Mr. Jerome V. Oliveros, officials of Cabanatuan City Local Government led by Mayor Myca Elizabeth R. Vergara, officials of PAO-Seoul and PTIC-Seoul, and officials of the Korea Agricultural Machinery Industry Cooperative (KAMICO), led by its Chairman, Mr. Shin Gil Kim.
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May 21, 2026
PH EMBASSY IN SEOUL PARTICIPATES IN COMMEMORATIVE OPENING CEREMONY OF THE GARDEN OF GRATITUDE
Seoul, 12 May 2026 — The Philippine Embassy in Seoul participated in the commemorative opening ceremony of the “Garden of Gratitude” at Gwanghwamun Square in Seoul, Republic of Korea, a project honoring the sacrifices and contributions of 22 nations during the Korean War, including the Philippines.
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May 21, 2026
PHILIPPINE AMBASSADOR MEETS FILIPINOS IN SEONGNAM CITY, ANSAN CITY AND PYEONGTAEK CITY
GYEONGGI PROVINCE, May 2026 - Philippine Ambassador to the Republic of Korea Bernadette Therese C. Fernandez visited the cities of Seongnam, Ansan, and Pyeongtaek of Gyeonggi Province in May to meet members of the Filipino community participating in the cities’ multicultural festivals.
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May 21, 2026
PHILIPPINES HIGHLIGHTS INNOVATION FOR SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT AT KAIST CENTER FOR SCIENCE DIPLOMACY INAUGURAL FORUM
Daejeon, 13 May 2026 — Philippine Ambassador to the Republic of Korea Bernadette Therese C. Fernandez underscored that science diplomacy must be practical, people-centered, and responsive to the lived realities of vulnerable communities during the launch of the Korea Advanced Institute for Science and Technology (KAIST) - Center for Science Diplomacy (KCSD) in Daejeon.
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May 18, 2026
PHILIPPINE AMBASSADOR JOINS DIPLOMATIC VISIT TO BAN KI-MOON PEACE MUSEUM
SEOUL, 8 May 2026 — Philippine Ambassador to the Republic of Korea H.E. Bernadette Therese C. Fernandez joined H.E. Ban Ki-moon, 8th Secretary-General of the United Nations and President and Chair of the Global Green Growth Institute (GGGI), together with Heads of Diplomatic Missions in the Republic of Korea, during a visit to the Peace Museum of the 8th UN Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon in North Chungcheong Province on 8 May 2026.
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May 17, 2026
PHILIPPINE NATIONAL MUSEUM DIRECTOR-GENERAL BARNS PARTICIPATES IN KOREA–ASEAN CULTURAL COOPERATION ROUNDTABLE IN SEOUL
12 May 2026, Seoul – Mr. Jeremy Robert Barns, Director-General of the National Museum of the Philippines, recently participated in the Korea–ASEAN Cultural Cooperation Roundtable sponsored by the Korea Foundation and held at the Jeongdong 1928 Art Center.
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May 12, 2026
PHILIPPINE EMBASSY PARTICIPATES IN THE OPENING CEREMONY OF THE 2026 ASEAN PANORAMA
07 May 2026, Seoul. Ambassador Bernadette Therese C. Fernandez attended the opening ceremony of the 2026 ASEAN Panorama, a trade exposition project of the ASEAN-Korea Centre’s Trade and Investment Unit (AKC-TIU).
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May 12, 2026
EMBASSY OF THE PHILIPPINES ORGANIZES TRAINING MODULES FOR PERSONNEL
07 May 2026, Seoul. The Philippine Embassy in Seoul continues to support organizational development and institution building by providing trainings to equip its personnel with updated knowledge on laws in the Philippines as well as trainings on health and wellness.
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