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PHL EMBASSY IN SEOUL CONDUCTS FIRST ONLINE OVERSEAS VOTING


13 May 2025, Seoul - The Philippine Embassy in Seoul with the Attached Agencies conducted the first-ever Philippine Online Overseas Voting for the national elections from 13 April to 12 May 2025 in the Republic of Korea and Mongolia. The Embassy likewise undertook 8 field pre-enrollment and voting outreach missions in Gwangju, Geoje, Busan, Incheon, Goyang, Hyehwadong, and Daegu throughout the voting period, as well as online assistance sessions to various Filipino community organizations. Counting and canvassing of votes took place at the Sentro Rizal of the Philippine Embassy after the close of voting on 12 May 2025. 

In accordance with the guidelines of the Commission on Elections (COMELEC), the Certificates of Canvass (COCs) and Election Returns (ERs) for both Korea and Mongolia have been posted in the lobby of the Philippine Embassy building for the information of the public. The public may likewise visit the website of the COMELEC at 2025electionresults.comelec.gov.ph/ to view the said results and for other election-related updates. END

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January 21, 2026
KOREA BASKETBALL LEAGUE (KBL) AND THE PHILIPPINE EMBASSY PROMOTE SPORTS DIPLOMACY WITH KBL ALL-STAR “FUTURES DAY” EXHIBITION GAME

17 January 2026, Seoul— Filipino basketball players competing in the Korean Basketball League (KBL) took center stage at the KBL All-Star Game event, Future’s Day, as Team Asia edged Team Rookie, 82–79, in a friendly yet highly competitive exhibition game held at the Jamsil Indoor Stadium, Olympic Park in Seoul. Marked by camaraderie, mutual respect, and sportsmanship, the game underscored the role of basketball in fostering friendship and advancing sports diplomacy between the Philippines and the Republic of Korea.

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January 13, 2026
PH AMBASSADOR MEETS CHAIR OF ROK–PH PARLIAMENTARY FRIENDSHIP GROUP

8 January 2026, Seoul – Philippine Ambassador to the Republic of Korea H.E. Bernadette Therese C. Fernandez met with National Assembly Member Representative Kim Sung-won, Chair of the Republic of Korea–Philippines Parliamentary Friendship Group, at the National Assembly on 8 January 2026 to discuss strengthening parliamentary exchanges and bilateral cooperation between the Philippines and the Republic of Korea. Chairman Kim reaffirmed his strong support for deepening the Philippines–ROK strategic partnership and outlined prospective engagements with Philippine legislative leaders and business stakeholders. Both sides exchanged views on enhancing economic cooperation, and sustaining people-to-people ties.

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January 12, 2026
PH, ROK REAFFIRM COMMITMENT TO CONSULAR COOPERATION AND PROTECTION OF NATIONALS

9 January 2026, Seoul. Philippine Ambassador to the Republic of Korea, H.E. Bernadette Therese C. Fernandez, met with Director General for Consular Affairs Yoon Chuseok of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Korea to reaffirm the shared commitment of the Philippines and the ROK to the safety and welfare of their nationals. Both sides underscored the importance of close coordination, timely information-sharing, and sustained cooperation between relevant authorities. The meeting builds on the constructive outcomes of the Philippines–ROK Joint Consular Consultation Meeting held in September 2025 in Manila. The meeting reaffirmed the shared resolve of the Philippines and the Republic of Korea to deepen collaboration on consular and public safety matters, reflecting the enduring strength of PH-ROK relations anchored on robust people-to-people ties and a dynamic strategic partnership. END

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