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PHL EMBASSY WELCOMES FILIPINO STUDENTS IN SECOND SUMMER SALO-SALO EVENT


20 July 2024, Seoul. Ambassador Theresa Dizon-De Vega welcomed Filipino students in South Korea to the second "Summer Salo-Salo" event on 20 July 2024 at the Philippine Embassy in Seoul. Around 70 students attended the gathering, designed to bring together Filipino students from different learning institutions in South Korea. The students likewise took part in fun games and enjoyed Filipino food.

In her remarks, Ambassador Dizon-De Vega warmly welcomed students to South Korea, encouraging them to seize every available opportunity to be engaged in their respective fields of study and research. She also highlighted the significance of 2024, marking the 75th anniversary of Philippines-South Korea diplomatic relations.

Part of the 75th anniversary activities is the Embassy's collaboration with the Pinoy Iskolars sa Korea (PIKO) on an academic colloquium entitled SiyentiPIKO to be conducted in September 2024, signifying the Embassy's unwavering commitment to supporting Filipino students as they pursue their various academic interests in South Korea. The Ambassador reassured the students that the Philippine Embassy would serve as their home away from home, offering a steadfast support system during their stay in South Korea.

As of May 2024, South Korea is home to at least 600 Filipino students who are taking various courses in the fields of language, art, business, development, medicine, engineering, and science and technology, among others. A number of students are members of PIKO, a registered Filipino community organization which was founded in 2006 and promotes unity and camaraderie among students, facilitates exchange of relevant information on both cultural and social issues, and liaises with relevant offices and organizations on student concerns. Filipino students living in South Korea who may need further information on relevant matters may contact the Philippine Embassy at consular@philembassy-seoul.com. END

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