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AMBASSADOR DIZON-DE VEGA DISCUSSES PHILIPPINE PUBLIC DIPLOMACY AT KOREA UNIVERSITY

Ambassador Theresa Dizon-De Vega delivered a lecture on Philippine Public Diplomacy to students of the Graduate School of International Studies at Korea University. During her brief visit, Ambassador Dizon-De Vega also had a productive meeting with Associate Dean Dr. Cuz Potter and Division Chair of GKS Prof. Lim Sijeong, as well as Filipino students enrolled in the university. She was joined by Public Diplomacy supervising officer Third Secretary and Vice Consul Reisha Olavario during the visit.

09 June 2023, Seoul. Philippine Ambassador to Korea, H.E. Theresa Dizon-De Vega delivered a special lecture on Public Diplomacy in the Philippines. The lecture was delivered to the students of the Graduate School of International Studies at Korea University. Korea University is one of the most prestigious higher education institutions in South Korea and is home to many international students, including scholars from the Philippines.

Ambassador Dizon-De Vega emphasized the importance of effectively communicating foreign policy objectives to the public through strengthened public diplomacy efforts. She added that knowing and listening to one’s audience as well as monitoring trends are critical components of effectively communicating public diplomacy initiatives.

Ambassador Dizon-De Vega likewise explained the importance of striking a balance in managing traditional mediums of public diplomacy and optimizing the reach of social media platforms to make foreign policy more accessible to a wider audience.

“We have instituted quite a few dialogue platforms to communicate with varying audiences to help widen messaging and we use our official channels to communicate what we do on a daily basis”, Ambassador Dizon-De Vega said.

The Ambassador also shared the Philippines’ policy advocacy, cultural, and exchange diplomacy strategies to interested students studying international relations during the Q&A portion of the lecture.

During her brief visit to the university, Ambassador Dizon-De Vega likewise had a productive exchange with Associate Dean Dr. Cuz Potter and Division Chair of GKS Prof. Lim Sijeong, as well as Filipino students enrolled in the university. END

PHILIPPINES FOSTER GLOBAL MARITIME SECURITY BY JOINING EASTERN ENDEAVOR 2023

The Philippines participated in the Eastern Endeavor Exercises 2023 held in Jeju Island from 31 May to 2 June 2023. Undersecretary Jesus Ricardo Domingo led the Philippine delegation and presented findings and recommendations during the EEE 2023 Tabletop Exercises held last 1 June 2023.

JEJU, 31 MAY 2023 – The Philippines, as an observer, participated in the Eastern Endeavor Exercises 2023 held in Jeju Island from 31 May to 2 June 2023. The Eastern Endeavor 23 is a meaningful exercise planned to demonstrate international cooperation to strengthen interoperability between participating nations, and to foster combined maritime interdiction compatibility to prevent the spread of WMD.

The Exercises, held in conjunction with the high-level meeting of the Proliferation Security Initiative (PSI), featured naval drills, academic and table top exercises, and an expert’s group meeting.

Undersecretary Jesus Ricardo Domingo led the Philippine delegation and presented findings and recommendations during the EEE 2023 Tabletop Exercises held last 1 June 2023 where he affirmed the importance of a whole of government approach in interdiction measures. END

PH AFFIRMS COMMITMENT TO PROLIFERATION SECURITY INITIATIVE AT HIGH-LEVEL POLITICAL MEETING

The Philippines, through Undersecretary Jesus Ricardo Domingo, expressed that PSI participating States must continue to work together to strengthen the initiative as a tool in the fight against WMD proliferation. Undersecretary Domingo was joined by Third Secretary and Vice Consul Reisha Olavario and Ms. Anna Gabriella E. Guinto of the Philippines Embassy in Korea during the meeting.

JEJU, 31 MAY 2023 – Philippine Undersecretary for Civilian Security and Consular Affairs Jesus Ricardo S. Domingo reaffirmed the Philippines’ commitment to the Proliferation Security Initiative (PSI) at the High-Level Political Meeting in commemoration of its 20th anniversary.

In a statement delivered before 68-PSI member states including chairs the Republic of Korea, the United States and Australia, Undersecretary Domingo reaffirmed Philippine commitment to work with partners to curb proliferation of weapons of mass destruction and their means of delivery.

He further highlighted that it is also important to note the risks being posed by new and emerging technologies, including cyber and in outer space, as well as artificial intelligence, as they have the potential to become new weapons of mass destruction.

“President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. called for the development of international norms and rules to ensure their responsible and ethical use. Effective governance structures must be developed to temper the power of AI and its potential abuse, and also to prevent it from falling into the wrong hands. These emerging technologies must be used for the common good, and in a manner that protects our common humanity. The Philippines continues to support the goals of the PSI to prevent the proliferation of weapons of mass destruction (WMD) and their delivery systems,” the Undersecretary said.

The Undersecretary also informed the meeting that the Philippines launched its candidature for a non-permanent seat on the UN Security Council for the term 2027-2028. Through the candidature, the Philippines hopes to contribute significantly to the work of the Security Council by sharing our experiences in peace-building and peace processes, and in combating the proliferation of WMD through initiatives such as the PSI. The Philippines also endorsed the Joint Statement of the High-Level Political Meeting. END

PH EMBASSY PARTICIPATES IN ASEAN MARKET 2023

[Top photo] KF-ACH Director General Lee In Hyuck visited the Philippine booth at the ASEAN Market 2023 manned by Ms. Charmie Fugaban, Economic Assistant and Ms. Cheanrie Navida, Marketing Officer of PDOT-Korea. [Below photo] Philippine food products and tourism brochures on display at the Philippine booth.

07 June 2023, Busan, ROK. The Philippines participated in the ASEAN Market 2023 from 03 to 04 June 2023 in Busan, Republic of Korea. Showcasing local products from each ASEAN nation, the annual event is hosted by the Korea Foundation – ASEAN Culture House (KF-ACH).

The Philippine booth proudly displayed tourism materials promoting popular Philippine destinations such as Clark, Manila, Cebu, Palawan, Bohol, and Boracay. Guests were also introduced to the DOT’s Bisita, Be My Guest (BBMG) Program, a promotional campaign which seeks to incentivize Filipinos, especially Overseas Filipino Workers (OFW) and Overseas Filipinos (OFs) to invite foreigners to visit the Philippines for which they have a chance to win vacation tour packages to select Philippine destinations.

As Philippine liquor is popular in Korea, guests enjoyed a sampling of Lakan, a handcrafted coconut liquor (lambanog) manufactured by Philippine Craft Distillers, Inc., Mango Rum Liqueur made with premium aged rum and world-renowned Philippine Mangoes by Destileria Limtuaco & Co., and Sol’s Lespresso, a coffee flavored liqueur also from the Philippines.

Other products guests were able to enjoy in the PH booth were Kape Danlayan ground coffee, dried mangoes, Eng Seng Food Products durian chips, Planters Produce pineapple chips, Filchip’s banana chips, Croley Foods orange-flavored sunflower crackers, M.Y. San Fita crackers, Mama Sita’s Anghang Sarap vinegars, L&S Bangus in Oil, Potter’s Hand Burong Isda, Burong Hipon and Garlic Chili paste, Kristina’s pickled radish, and Sangkutsa Food Products Inc’s pickled mango and mango salsa. END

[Top left photo] Ms. Cheanrie Navida assisted a fellow Filipino in registering online in the Bisita, Be My Guest (BBMG) program of the Philippines’ Department of Tourism (DOT) and the Department of Migrant Workers (DMW). [Top right and below photos] Korean guests visiting the Philippine booth.