Consulate General of the Philippines Frankfurt

The Philippines’ art sector has been hit hard by this pandemic. For the Filipino artists, the response to this virus was the genesis of a ‘new art reality’—the so called ‘pandemic art.’ But there will be challenges for them long after the rest of us return to work. Now, more stronger than ever, it is important to recognize and protect the work of our artists.
The Philippine Consulate General in Frankfurt, in partnership with Transwing Art Gallery, invites you to an opportunity to listen to the voices of the Filipino artists as they ‘envision healing and inspiration from abroad’ in their art. Join us and offer support for the Filipino artists in times of pandemic.

https://frankfurtpcg.de/2427-2

Wake Up in Ilocos Region

“History and culture is just around the corner when you visit the Ilocos region—Ilocos, La Union, and Pangasinan. Dream about the region’s rich history on your next epic adventure soon.
Create that dream itinerary now while waiting: philippines.travel/wakeupinph#Region1
*This video was shot and produced prior to the COVID-19 pandemic.

Executive Order No. 134, s. 1999 designates the 12th of August as the International Humanitarian Law (IHL) Day. The theme for the 2020 IHL Day is “Preserving Human Dignity in Times of Armed Conflict: A Shared Responsibility.”
To learn more about IHL, below is a short video by the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) providing an overview of the principles of IHL as the ‘Rules of War’.

12 August is International Humanitarian Law Day

Executive Order No. 134, s. 1999 designates the 12th of August as the International Humanitarian Law (IHL) Day. The theme for the 2020 IHL Day is “Preserving Human Dignity in Times of Armed Conflict: A Shared Responsibility.”To learn more about IHL, below is a short video by the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) providing an overview of the principles of IHL as the ‘Rules of War’.#RespectTheRulesOfWar

Gepostet von International Humanitarian Law – Philippines am Dienstag, 11. August 2020

https://frankfurtpcg.de/2366-2

PUBLIC ADVISORY: EXEMPTION OF FOREIGN SPOUSES, CHILDREN AND PARENTS OF FILIPINO NATIONALS FROM THE TEMPORARY SUSPENSION OF VISA ISSUANCE

Public Advisory: Exemption of Foreign Spouses, Children and Parents of Filipino Nationals from the Temporary Suspension of Visa Issuance

09 August 2020 – The Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) informs the public that pursuant to Inter-Agency Task Force on Emerging Infectious Diseases(IATF- EID) Resolution No. 60 dated 30 July 2020, foreign spouses, minor children including with special needs regardless of age, and foreign parents of minor Filipino nationals, including of children with special needs regardless of age, are exempted from the temporary suspension of visa issuance to all foreign nationals.

The Bureau of Immigration (BI) may allow entry of those covered under the above mentioned exemptions starting today, 09 August, if these foreign nationals hold valid Philippine visas. This includes those who previously enjoyed visa-free privileges. However, those with existing visas need not be issued new ones.

Those concerned foreign nationals who wish to enter the Philippines, and falls to under any of the mentioned categories, are advised to coordinate with the nearest Embassy of Consulate on the submission of documentary proof issued by Philippine authorities or foreign governments, except those inconsistent with Philippine regulations (e.g. same-sex marriage and common-law spouse certificates).

The implementation of these exemptions shall be in coordination with the BI and the Civil Aeronautics Board of the implementation.

The DFA, together with its Foreign Service Posts, commits to tirelessly facilitating the concerns and needs of our nationals, whenever and wherever possible, especially in these challenging times. END