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May 26, 2008
AMBASSADOR CRUZ GOES ON FAMILIARIZATION TOUR OF BUSAN

Ambassador Luis Cruz spent the third weekend of May 2008 in Busan, South Korea as part of the Embassy’s outreach program. He visited the office of Philippine Honorary Consul to Busan, Mr. Keun Chul Lee, the Chairman of Sam Jung Construction located at 1163 Oncheon 2-Dong, Dongnae-gu.

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May 23, 2008
Philippine Embassy in South Korea Organizes Lecture on Korean Culture

19 May 2008 – Philippine Embassy to Seoul Luis T. Cruz reported to the Department that, in line with the Embassy’s continuing effort to promote cultural awareness among Filipinos in South Korea, the Embassy sponsored a Seminar on Culture at the Conference Room of the Chancery on 18 May 2008.

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May 23, 2008
Amb. Cruz Discusses Immigration Matters with Korean Justice Minister

With the impending crackdown on illegal workers in South Korea, Philippine Ambassador Luis T. Cruz discussed the possibility of allowing amnesty for unregistered foreigners during a conversation with Justice Minister Kyung-han Kim before the opening ceremony of the “Together Day” on 20 May at the Seoul Olympic Parktel.

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May 22, 2008
Amb. Cruz Stresses Support System for Foreigners in South Korea’s First “Together Day”

21 May 2008 – Philippine Ambassador to Seoul Luis T. Cruz reported to the Department that, as the guest speaker representing the foreign community during the ceremony launching “Together Day” in South Korea on 20 May, he emphasized efforts to support foreigners living in South Korea in order to facilitate their adjustment as well as enhance understanding between foreign residents and Korean nationals.

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May 20, 2008
Philippines, Korea 60th Anniversary taking shape

During a courtesy call last week to Herald Media publisher Park Haeng-hwan, Philippines Ambassador Luis Cruz announced that plans for the 60th anniversary of diplomatic relations are well on their way.

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May 16, 2008
Youth for Understanding-Korea Pays Courtesy Call on Amb. Luis Cruz

Youth for Understanding- Korea (YFU) headed by its National Director Mr. Chungha Shin (seated, left) paid courtesy visit to Amb. Luis T. Cruz on 13 May 2008.

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May 15, 2008
PCAARD VISITS SEOUL FOR CONTINUING EDUCATION PROGRAM

The Philippine Embassy in Seoul reported to the Department that the Department of Science and Technology arranged a study visit for the members of the Philippine Council for Agriculture, Forestry and Natural Resources Research and Development in Seoul, from 21-26 April 2008.

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May 14, 2008
Philippine Embassy Seoul Participates at the Hi Seoul Friendship Fair

Amb. Luis T. Cruz visited the Philippine Embassy booth at the Fourth Hi Seoul Festival Friendship Fair held on 10 May 2008, at the vicinity of Seoul City Hall.

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May 14, 2008
High-powered Trade Mission from Cebu, RP Arrives Here

A high-powered trade mission from Cebu, the Philippines arrives here on April 21 for a four-day visit for an inspection tour of Korean IT industries, Ambassador Luis T. Cruz of the Philippines said.

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May 09, 2008
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Photo shows Embassy Personnel led by Consul Arnel Talisayon (in Barong Tagalog) with the members of the Shirley Halili Cruz Ballet Company during the 4th Ansan Street Arts Festival held on 03-05 May 2008, at the Starlight Open Place, Ansan City.

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May 09, 2008
Amb. Luis T. Cruz Appears on Arirang TV’s Diplomacy Lounge

Amb Luis T. Cruz appeared on Arirang TV’s Diplomacy Lounge in pursuance of the Embassy’s public diplomacy program.

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May 09, 2008
ASEAN Ambassadors Visit GM Daewoo and Bupyeong-Gu Museumvagifem erfaringer vagifem 10 mg vagifem 10

Amb. Luis T. Cruz with ASEAN Ambassadors to South Korea and other members of the ASEAN Seoul Committee are shown in this photo

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May 06, 2008
Arirang TV Hosts Korea Director of RP Department of Tourismvagifem erfaringer zholdbarhed.site vagifem 10

Arirang TV hosted Philippines Tourism Director Mrs. Maricon Basco-Ebron on its talk show "Arirang Caf? which went on air May 3, 2008. Amongst the topics discussed were tourism norms, travel statistics and how South Korea can increase its amount of visitors. Mrs. Basco-Ebron's tourism expertise was called on to bear on live television to give South Koreans insights on the secrets of her country's success.

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April 25, 2008
Philippine Army Officer receives Six Star Salute Medal from USO

Seoul, 18 April 2008 – The Philippine Embassy in Seoul reported to the Department that Technical Sergeant Megazar Obra, a Philippine Honor Guard at the Yongsan Base in South Korea, was awarded the Six Star Salute medal by the United Service Organizations, Korea (USO) in colorful ceremonies at the Grand Hyatt Seoul on 17 April 2008. Korean and US military officials, dignitaries and prominent businessmen attended the gala dinner.

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April 24, 2008
DOT SEOUL WINS AWARDS AT KOREAN TRAVEL FAIR

The Philippine Embassy in Seoul reported to the Department that its Office of the Tourism Attaché, led by Ms. Maricon Ebron, garnered three major awards at the 6th Korean Tour Expo, held at the Daegu Exhibition Center, Daegu, South Korea in April 2008.

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