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DFA STATEMENT ON THE ENTRY INTO FORCE OF THE FREE TRADE AGREEMENT (FTA) BETWEEN THE PHILIPPINES AND THE REPUBLIC OF KOREA


MANILA 03 January 2025 - The Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) adds its voice in welcoming the entry into force of the Free Trade Agreement (FTA) between the Philippines and the Republic of Korea (ROK) on 31 December 2024.

The implementation of this landmark agreement marks another milestone in Philippines-ROK relations, which have been elevated to a 'Strategic Partnership' since October 2024.

The DFA looks forward to seeing the enduring collaboration between the Philippine and ROK Governments towards forging stronger economic ties, with the FTA as a significant instrument. END

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July 28, 2025
PH AMBASSADOR BIDS FAREWELL TO BUSAN LEADERSHIP, HIGHLIGHTS ONGOING EFFORTS TO DEEPEN TIES

Busan, 24 July 2025 - Philippine Ambassador to the Republic of Korea Theresa Dizon-De Vega paid a farewell call on Busan Metropolitan Government Park Heong Joon on 16 July 2025 at the Busan City Hall.  During the call, the Ambassador expressed appreciation for the continued support and friendship extended by partners and counterparts in Busan over the past four years. 

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July 27, 2025
PHILIPPINE AMBASSADOR BIDS FAREWELL TO ROK MPVA, CELEBRATES STRENGTHENED PH-ROK PARTNERSHIP ON VETERANS AFFAIRS

21 July 2025, SEOUL — Philippine Ambassador to the Republic of Korea Theresa Dizon-De Vega bid farewell to Vice Minister Kang Yunjin of the ROK Ministry of Patriots and Veterans Affairs (MPVA) on 21 July 2025 at the Philippine Embassy in Seoul. During the meeting, Ambassador Dizon-De Vega and Vice Minister Kang warmly reflected on four years of robust and meaningful cooperation in the field of veterans affairs between the Philippines and the Republic of Korea. Both sides acknowledged the strong partnership that led to enhanced programs honoring Filipino veterans of the Korean War. Milestones such as high-level exchanges and the successful 2023 Ministerial Summit on Veterans Affairs marking the 70th anniversary of the Korean War Armistice, have further strengthened bilateral cooperation and underscored both countries’ shared commitment to honoring veterans and supporting their descendants. 

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July 24, 2025
PHILIPPINE AMBASSADOR REAFFIRMS CONTINUED DEFENSE COOPERATION IN FAREWELL MEETING WITH ROK MINISTRY OF NATIONAL DEFENSE

Seoul, 18 July 2025 – Ambassador Theresa Dizon-De Vega paid a farewell call on Ministry of National Defense Director General Lee Kwangsuk on 18 July 2025 at the Ministry of National Defense. 

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