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DFA confirms Rizal bust in Paris missing
The bust of Philippine national hero Dr. Jose Rizal in Paris, France has reportedly gone missing.
The Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) confirmed the disappearance of the monument, which was unveiled in June 2024.
The bust is believed to have been removed from its location in Paris' 9th arrondissement between October 25 and October 26.
The Philippine Embassy in Paris is coordinating with French officials and the Filipino community to pursue all avenues for the recovery or replacement of the monument.
The DFA stated that the motive for the removal is unknown.
This Rizal bust is the only public bust of a Filipino icon in Paris and symbolizes the strong friendship between the Philippines and France.
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