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PHILIPPINE EMBASSY IN KOREA RECEIVES 2024 BEST ORGANIZATION AWARD


The Philippine Embassy in Korea is honored to receive the 2024 Best Organization Award conferred by the Department of Foreign Affairs. Center: Ambassador Theresa Dizon-De Vega holds the award which cites the Philippine Embassy's exceptional achievements in advancing Philippines-Republic of Korea relations.

Seoul, 15 July 2024 - The Philippine Embassy in Korea is honored to receive the 2024 Best Organization Award conferred by the Department of Foreign Affairs.

The award was received by Philippine Ambassador to the Republic of Korea Theresa Dizon-De Vega during the Commemoration of the 126th Anniversary of the Founding of the Department of Foreign Affairs on 05 July 2024 in Manila. Secretary of Foreign Affairs Enrique A. Manalo congratulated the Philippine Embassy in Korea for this accomplishment during a milestone year commemorating the 75th anniversary of Philippines-Korea diplomatic relations.

The Philippine Embassy in Korea was recognized for its steadfast dedication and remarkable achievements in advancing Philippine-Korean relations, fostering various facets of bilateral cooperation, and skillfully managing the affairs of the embassy, embodying excellence in diplomacy and collaboration.

The Best Organization Award celebrates the significant and exceptional contributions of organizations under the Department of Foreign Affairs in furthering Philippine foreign policy objectives and strengthening relationships on the global stage.

The Philippine Embassy in Korea shares this award with all our stakeholders and partners and the Filipino community in South Korea as their support and meaningful collaboration have made this recognition possible. END

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