Several Filipinos in Doha, Qatar have been arrested and detained for suspected unauthorized political demonstration on Friday, March 28, the Philippine Embassy in Qatar disclosed.

The Philippine Embassy in Doha confirmed on Friday night that they were aware of the arrests of Filipino nationals there, adding that they were keeping in touch with local authorities there.

"The Embassy of the Republic of the Philippines in Doha is aware that several Filipino nationals have been arrested and detained early today, 28 March 2025, for suspected unauthorized political demonstrations in Qatar," the embassy said.

"The Embassy is in touch with local authorities for the provision of necessary consular assistance to said nationals," it added.

In its statement, the embassy reiterated its previous advisory dated March 13 for all Filipino nationals in the country to respect local laws and customs relating to mass demonstrations and expressions of political grievances.

"The Embassy of the Republic of the Philippines in Doha strongly advises all Filipino nationals in the State of Qatar to respect local laws and customs relating to mass demonstrations and expressions of political grievances," the embassy then said in its public advisory.

The embassy did not provide information about the political demonstrations or whether those were related to the birthday celebration of former president Rodrigo Duterte who is currently detained in the Netherlands over charges of crimes against humanity.