The new United States Ambassador to the Philippines, Lee Lipton, has arrived in Manila, the US Embassy announced on Sunday, June 28. This marks the start of Lipton 's tour of duty in the country, replacing former US Ambassador MaryKay Carlson. "Mabuhay and welcome back to the Philippines, U.S....
The United States Embassy in the Philippines has warned Filipino visa applicants about scammers who claim they can guarantee approval, reminding the public that US visas are issued only after a proper evaluation by consular officers. In an advisory posted on its official social media pages, the...
President Marcos wished United States President Donald Trump happiness, good health, and success on his birthday. Marcos took to social media his birthday greeting for his American counterpart on Monday, June 15. "Happy Birthday, President Trump. On behalf of the Filipino people, I wish you good...
The Philippines, Japan, and the United States have reaffirmed their strong opposition to any unilateral attempts to change the status quo in the South China Sea through force or coercion. The commitment was made during the Second Japan-US-Philippines Maritime Dialogue held in Manila, where...
President Marcos and United States Secretary of State Marco Rubio discussed bilateral security and economic priorities, including developments in the South China Sea and regional energy concerns, during a phone call on Monday morning, June 1. In a Facebook post, President Marcos described his phone...
Eight more countries have joined the Luzon Economic Corridor (LEC) initiative as “valued partners,” as the Philippines, Japan, and the United States reaffirmed their commitment to accelerate infrastructure development and economic connectivity in the country. The development came during the 4th...
Applicants from more US visa category groups are now required to set their social media accounts public, based on the latest advisory of the US Embassy in Manila. Effective March 30, visa applicants who need to change their social media privacy setting belong to the following categories: Fiancé(e)...
The United States has asked the Philippines, one of its closest allies hardly hit by its ongoing conflict with Iran, regarding its current energy needs, as the country battles a national energy emergency, Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) Secretary Ma. Theresa Lazaro has bared. Lazaro said "the...
President Marcos has concluded his working visit in New York, which he described as "very productive" after engaging with the United Nations (UN) to call for peace amidst tensions in the Middle East and campaign for the Philippines ' bid for a seat at the UN Security Council. Marcos and his...
A senior United States War official described the Philippines as a key partner in collective defense following a meeting with President Marcos during the latter’s working visit to New York. In a post on X, US Undersecretary of War for Policy Elbridge Colby said he had a “very productive...
President Marcos has invited American investors to explore opportunities in the Philippines, saying the country is open for business, as a US-based medical glove manufacturer considers building a facility that could generate about 2,000 jobs for Filipinos. Speaking during a dinner reception hosted...
Lee Lipton, businessman-turned-diplomat, has been nominated once again to become the next United States Ambassador to the Philippines, and his formal appointment is set to be confirmed on Thursday, March 5. The US Senate Foreign Relations Committee is set to hear Lipton 's nomination at 10 am...
