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Department of Foreign Affairs

DFA

The Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) of the Philippines handles diplomatic relations, provides consular services, and addresses international legal and security concerns affecting Filipinos abroad. It has been actively involved in various issues, including responding to incidents involving Filipino nationals, mediating regional disputes, and engaging in diplomatic dialogues on matters such as the capture of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro and maritime disputes in the West Philippine Sea. The DFA also plays a key role in enforcing legal actions, such as passport cancellations, in accordance with Philippine laws and international protocols.

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This is an AI-generated summary based on recent coverage. It was last updated on Wed, January 7, 2026 at 2:03 PM

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Tue, January 6, 2026 at 11:02 AM

Australia finds no PH training link in Bondi attack

The Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) and the Philippine National Police (PNP) welcomed Australia's findings that the gunmen involved in the Bondi attacks did not receive training or logistical preparation in the Philippines.

Mon, January 5, 2026 at 9:18 AM

DFA concerned over Maduro's capture, cites international law breach

The Philippines, through the Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA), has expressed concern over the events in Venezuela, particularly the capture of its leader Nicolás Maduro by the United States.

Sun, January 4, 2026 at 11:01 AM

74 Filipinos in Venezuela safe amid Maduro arrest

The Philippines is closely monitoring the escalating tension in Venezuela after US forces arrested President Nicolas Maduro.

Mon, December 29, 2025 at 10:12 PM

PH backs Cambodia-Thailand ceasefire, offers mediation

The Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) of the Philippines expressed full support for the ceasefire agreement between Cambodia and Thailand, acknowledging their commitment to dialogue and peaceful resolutions.

Mon, December 22, 2025 at 6:06 PM

PH to mediate Cambodia-Thailand border dispute as ASEAN chair

The Philippines is prepared to mediate the border conflict between Cambodia and Thailand once it formally assumes the chairmanship of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) in January 2026.

Sun, December 21, 2025 at 4:59 PM

Sen. Tulfo files bill to mandate WPS education in schools

Senator Erwin Tulfo filed Senate Bill No. 1625, also known as the "West Philippine Sea Education Act," which mandates educational institutions to teach students about the WPS amid ongoing maritime disputes.

Mon, December 15, 2025 at 5:25 PM

PBBM orders more PCG vessels to West Philippine Sea

President Ferdinand Marcos, Jr. has ordered the deployment of more Philippine Coast Guard vessels to the West Philippine Sea to protect Filipino fishermen.

Sun, December 14, 2025 at 9:08 PM

PH Consulate in Sydney checks for Filipino casualties in Bondi Beach shooting

The Philippine Consulate General in Sydney is coordinating with Australian authorities to determine if any Filipinos were among the casualties of a mass shooting at Bondi Beach.

Thu, December 11, 2025 at 2:10 PM

Sandiganbayan declares Rep Zaldy Co fugitive, seeks passport cancellation

The Sandiganbayan has declared Ako Bicol party-list Representative Zaldy Co as a "fugitive from justice" and has requested the Department of Foreign Affairs to cancel his passport.

Thu, December 11, 2025 at 1:10 PM

PH coordinates with Portugal on ex-lawmaker Zaldy Co's passport

The Philippine government is coordinating with Portugal regarding former lawmaker Zaldy Co, who has an arrest warrant for alleged corruption and is suspected of holding a Portuguese passport.