Philippine Embassy in The Netherlands

12/09/2026

In preparation for the forthcoming roundtable event “Filipino Scholars in The Netherlands and Global Research Futures," Philippine Embassy officials, led by Ambassador J. Eduardo Malaya, met on 11 September with organizers of the Filipino Scholars in the Netherlands (FiSch NL), Mr Joaquin Lapuz, Ms Aireen Andal and Ms Bianca Angelien Claveria.

Co-supported by LeidenGlobal and the Rijksmuseum van Oudheden (RMO), the event will be held on 18 September, Friday, 12:00 to 4:00 PM, at the RMO Rapenburg 28, 2311 EW, Leiden, followed by a reception at the Herta Mohr Building Lobby, Leiden University.

The event will feature two panel discussions featuring presentations of 12 Filipino scholars based in The Netherlands who are working across diverse disciplines and research areas in different universities. The panelists will present their respective research experiences and perspectives on Philippine-Dutch related scholarship, aiming to explore possibilities for transregional and transdisciplinary research, collaboration and knowledge exchange.

Ambassador Malaya will make an introduction on the first panel session, while Director Philippe Peycam of the International Institute for Asian Studies will introduce the second session.

In view of space limitations, those who are interested to attend are requested to register in advance through https://www.iias.asia/events/filipino-scholars-netherlands-and-global-research-futures-roundtable.

An online flipbook of the program is available at https://heyzine.com/flip-book/82b39bd3d5.html. Those who cannot be accommodated onsite or otherwise cannot attend in-person can watch the live broadcast of the event in the Embassy’s Facebook account. // END

08/09/2026

The Philippine Embassy congratulates the Filipino nurses in the Netherlands who arrived in the country in 2001 on their 25th anniversary reunion, which was held on Saturday, 5 September, at the Church of St. John and St. Philip in The Hague. The attendees included those residing in Belgium and U.K.

Ambassador J. Eduardo Malaya attended the event and commended the Filipino nurses for their expertise, professionalism and caring attitude, which have made them and other Filipino nurses around the world as among the country’s “ambassadors of goodwill.”

The arrival of Filipino nurses in October 1964 marked one of the early people-to-people connections between the Philippines and the Netherlands. This was followed by several other batches of nurses and medical professionals, including the arrival of Filipino midwives in 1967, among others. More recently, nurses also arrived in the years 2022 to 2024. // END

08/09/2026

The Philippine Embassy congratulates MABIKAs Foundation- The Netherlands on its 10th year anniversary celebration held on 5 September at the Elthetokerk, Amsterdam.

Ambassador J. Eduardo Malaya attended the event and cited MABIKAs as “one of the more proactive Filipino community organizations in The Netherlands.” He commended them for always imbibing the true spirit of Filipino and Igorot identity and for remaining faithful to their roots.

The event featured a photo exhibit, circle sharing, documentary screening, community dancing and singing, traditional games, and showcasing of traditional and modern Cordillera attire, among others.

Established in 2016, the MABIKAs Foundation promotes Philippine cultural and indigenous knowledge in the Netherlands through cultural performances, skills and knowledge transfer and humanitarian aid and relief initiatives programs (https://mabikas-foundation.org/).

07/09/2026

The Philippine Embassy in The Hague joins the Filipino nation in the commemoration of the Maritime and Archipelagic Nation Awareness Month (MANAMo) 2026.

To kick off this year’s observance, the Embassy held a flag-raising ceremony on 7 September led by Ambassador J. Eduardo Malaya, and attended by personnel wearing blue in support of the occasion.

Third Secretary and Vice Consul Crystal Gale Dampil read the commemorative message of President Ferdinand Marcos Jr., while the video-recorded message of Secretary of Foreign Affairs Ma. Theresa P. Lazaro was played during the program. It was followed by the playing of the MANAMo 2026 music video.

Under the theme “Karapatan sa Karagatan, Sama-sama Nating Alagaan,” this year’s MANAMo activities are aimed at fostering deeper appreciation of the nation’s maritime heritage and recognizing the country’s character as an archipelagic nation.

The Embassy is prioritizing water management and sustainability in its forthcoming projects, including the facilitation of engagements with key Dutch companies and institutions to help address flooding in Metro Manila and nearby provinces.

Upon arrangements by the Philippine Embassy, the Dutch non-profit research and technology organization The Ocean Cleanup (TOC) is working with the DENR and the Meycauayan municipality to utilize TOC’s interceptor technologies and solutions to aid in addressing plastic pollution in the Pasig and Meycauayan Rivers.

Pursuant to Presidential Proclamation No. 316, s. 2017, the MANAMo is an annual celebration held every September to foster deeper appreciation of the nation’s maritime heritage and recognize the country’s vital role as an archipelagic nation. // END

07/09/2026

Dreaming of becoming a diplomat and representing the Philippines to the world?

and accept the challenge to take the 2027 Foreign Service Officer Examination!

Natural-born Filipino citizens who have completed a bachelor’s degree and have at least two years of work experience after completing the degree can apply.

For more information on the qualifications and duties of an FSO, requirements for the FSO examinations, where and when to submit applications, and other relevant matters, please see the announcement in this link: https://dfa.gov.ph/bfse-updates-announcements/. // END

The Board of Foreign Service Examinations (BFSE), pursuant to the provisions of the Foreign Service Act of 1991 (R.A. No. 7157) and the Revised Administrative Code of 1987, announces the conduct of the 2027 FOREIGN SERVICE OFFICER (FSO) EXAMINATIONS to recruit candidates for appointment to the position of Foreign Service Officer, Class IV.

Read more about this here: https://tinyurl.com/34me9cun

07/09/2026

WATCH: Highlights of the visit of the Netherlands Ministry of Foreign Affairs - Housing and Real Estate Worldwide Department, 3 September

05/09/2026

Come and visit the Philippine Pavillion (Booth No. 35) today, 5 September! The Embassy Festival is still ongoing until 8:00PM here at Lange Voorhout, The Hague! See you!

05/09/2026

Ready for in The Hague? 👑

Take a tour around the world, including the Philippines, all in one day!

Come and visit the Philippine Pavilion, Booth No. 35, today, 5 September, at Lange Voorhout as we participate in this year’s Embassy Festival!

Enjoy Filipino favorites like the much-loved halo-halo, taho, and other Filipino dishes and products brought by Kabayan Dreamfloat, along with other products from Manila Trading and Aling Alyssa.

The festival starts at 12:00 NN and runs until 8:00 PM. Admission to the festival is free.

Bring your family and friends, and let’s celebrate the rich flavors and festive spirit of the Philippines together!

See you there! Don’t miss it!

03/09/2026

PH EMBASSY HOSTS NETHERLANDS MFA HOUSING DEPARTMENT, FEATURES CHANCERY RENOVATION BEST PRACTICES

On 3 September, the Philippine Embassy warmly welcomed some 50 personnel from the Housing and Real Estate Worldwide Department of the Netherlands’ Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MFA) headed by Director Jacob Wiersma, for an information session on the Embassy's successful chancery renovation.

The Philippine Embassy is one of the selected embassies visited by the Housing Department to learn and seek inspiration on renovation and maintenance of government properties abroad. The session focused on key areas such as planning, procurement, sustainability, and the preservation of heritage aspects of properties.

In his presentation, Ambassador J. Eduardo Malaya shared the Embassy’s experience in navigating the various requirements, procedures, and considerations needed to complete the project, including preservation of the heritage character of the chancery while optimizing the use of its various spaces. He presented the before-and-after photos of the different areas of the chancery, notably the new event venue “Kalayaan Hall” and “ICJ Judge Cesar Bengzon Hall,” and the landscaped Jose Rizal Courtyard.

“We needed to upgrade our chancery in order for us to conduct effective diplomacy. The renovation project has enabled us to also showcase the best of Philippine art and culture to our Dutch and other friends,” he said.

This 155-year-old heritage building is one of the Philippines’ prized foreign properties in view of its elegance and prime location in the scenic and historic Archipel district of The Hague. The renovation was undertaken in 2021 - 2022.

Director Wiersma appreciated the result of the renovation. “It is impressive that you and your team have been able to accomplish this renovation. It is strikingly beautiful and well done,” he said.

The presentation was followed by an open forum moderated by Third Secretary and Vice Consul Crystal Gale Dampil. The MFA officials were then given a tour of the Embassy premises, including the consular section.

A copy of the recently updated book “The Philippine Chancery in The Netherlands: Renewals and New Beginnings in a Heritage House,” a publication about the renovated chancery, was presented by Ambassador Malaya to Director Wiersma. An electronic copy of which can be viewed at https://bit.ly/4qUOB5I.

The visit followed the Ambassador’s presentation in May 2025 on the chancery renovation during the information and networking event “Maintenance of Monumental Properties” held at The Hague Public Library, upon the invitation of the MFA and the Municipality of The Hague.

Acquired by the Philippine Government in October 1968, the chancery building was declared a historical landmark by the Municipality of The Hague in May 1990, and was listed as “Rijksmonument” on 22 July 1994. The first ever comprehensive renovation of the building since its acquisition in 1968 was undertaken in close coordination with Monumentenzorg, The Hague’s heritage building office, adhering to strict standards and regulations for monumental properties.

The Housing and Real Estate Worldwide Department is an operational directorate under the Operational Management Branch of the Office of the Secretary-General of the Netherlands’ MFA. It is in charge of the MFA’s housing and real estate projects abroad which include the management and use of embassies, consulates and official residence properties.

02/09/2026

The Embassy of the Philippines will join Embassy Festival 2026!

Join us at Philippine Booth #35 and discover the flavors and products of the Philippines!

Enjoy Halo-Halo, Filipino hot dishes, street food, and more, offered by Kabayan Dream Float, in partnership with Manila Trading and Aling Alyssa’s.

Booth Number : #35
Venue: Lange Voorhout, The Hague
Date: 5 September 2026, Saturday
Time: 12:00–20:00
Admission: FREE ENTRY

We look forward to welcoming you and sharing a taste of the Philippines! 🇵🇭