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PH CONSULATE GENERAL JOINS THE NATIONAL COUNCIL OF PHILIPPINE AMERICAN CANADIAN ACCOUNTANTS (NCPACA) PRESIDENT’S GALA NI...
09/08/2026

PH CONSULATE GENERAL JOINS THE NATIONAL COUNCIL OF PHILIPPINE AMERICAN CANADIAN ACCOUNTANTS (NCPACA) PRESIDENT’S GALA NIGHT

8 September 2026, Chicago - The Philippine Consulate General in Chicago participated in the gala night of the National Council of Philippine American Canadian Accountants (NCPACA) on 6 September 2026 at the Hyatt Regency Chicago.

The president’s gala night was the culminating activity of the three day NCPACA Annual Professional Development Convention. The landmark event convened distinguished financial leaders, certified public accountants, and community leaders from across North America to celebrate excellence and collaboration within the global accounting community.

Consul Ma. Theresa M. Alders read the remarks by the Consul General Melanie Rita B. Diano. Her remarks provided a compelling look at the global labor landscape, the growing demand for qualified financial professionals, and the critical role of Filipino talent in the evolving marketplace. Consul Alders also congratulated the scholars who were awarded during the event as the other awardees and honorees of the night.

Consul Alders was accompanied by Attaché Lizbeth Pangan.

The President’s Gala Night concluded with awarding of scholarships and dancing and networking opportunities, and a reaffirmation of NCPACA's mission to empower accounting professionals across North America while fostering deep ties with the local and global Filipino community. [END]

PH CONSUL GENERAL ATTENDS FILIPINO FRIENDSHIP SOCIETY’S COTILLIONConsul General Melanie Rita B. Diano, accompanied by Cu...
09/08/2026

PH CONSUL GENERAL ATTENDS FILIPINO FRIENDSHIP SOCIETY’S COTILLION

Consul General Melanie Rita B. Diano, accompanied by Cultural Officer Mary Joy Duran-Mortel and Protocol Officer Martyn Asker B. Orcine, attended the Filipino Friendship Society’s (FFS) Enchanted Forest Cotillion on 05 September 2026 at the Hyatt Regency Lisle.

FFS President Michael Palmaira welcomed guest speakers Consul General Diano and Illinois State Representative Daymara Avelar, as well as FFS members and their families and friends.

Continuing a cherished tradition passed down through generations, FFS formally presented six debutantes - Nadette Alba, Alyssa Kang, Lilyan Ladaga, Aileen Manas, Aria Risley, and Gabriella Torreon - marking another milestone in the organization’s longstanding tradition of celebrating young Filipino Americans and their cultural heritage.

In her remarks, Consul General Diano highlighted the 2027 Very Important Pinoy (VIP) Tour, for which the Consulate serves as lead U.S. coordinator, and invited the community to take part in the program. She also encouraged eligible Filipino and dual citizens to register as overseas voters for the 2028 Philippine national elections. END

The Department of Foreign Affairs joins Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas and its partners in its efforts to protect Filipinos...
09/08/2026

The Department of Foreign Affairs joins Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas and its partners in its efforts to protect Filipinos online through digital literacy and promoting cyber hygiene.

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[READ] Message of President Ferdinand R. Marcos, Jr. in the observance of the Maritime and Archipelagic Nation Awareness...
09/08/2026

[READ] Message of President Ferdinand R. Marcos, Jr. in the observance of the Maritime and Archipelagic Nation Awareness Month 2026.

This year’s commemoration bears the theme, “Karapatan sa Karagatan, Sama-sama Nating Alagaan,” and coincides with the 10th Anniversary of the 2016 Arbitral Award on the South China Sea.

The Philippine Consulate General, in partnership with the Filipino American Lawyers Association (FALA) of Chicago, invit...
09/04/2026

The Philippine Consulate General, in partnership with the Filipino American Lawyers Association (FALA) of Chicago, invites Overseas Filipinos in the U.S. Midwest to a webinar titled “When Marriage Ends: A Practical Guide to Illinois Divorce, Family Law, and Philippine Legal Implications,” to be held on 22 September 2026 (Tuesday), from 4:00 to 5:00 p.m. (CT) via Zoom.

Interested participants may register for the webinar through the following link: https://tinyurl.com/WhenMarriageEnds. The Zoom link will be sent to the email address provided upon registration.

The Board of Foreign Service Examinations (BFSE), pursuant to the provisions of the Foreign Service Act of 1991 (R.A. No...
09/04/2026

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

PH CONSUL GENERAL JOINS THE CELEBRATION OF THE PHILIPPINE MEDICAL ASSOCIATION IN CHICAGO’S 66TH ANNIVERSARY AND INDUCTIO...
09/02/2026

PH CONSUL GENERAL JOINS THE CELEBRATION OF THE PHILIPPINE MEDICAL ASSOCIATION IN CHICAGO’S 66TH ANNIVERSARY AND INDUCTION OF OFFICERS

CHICAGO, IL 31 August 2026 - Consul General Melanie Rita B. Diano joined the Philippine Medical Association in Chicago (PMAC) in celebrating its 66th Anniversary and 60th Auxiliary Induction Ball held at the Hyatt Regency O’Hare Chicago on 29 August 2026.

Consul General Diano served as guest speaker during the event, which brought together Filipino and Filipino-American physicians, healthcare professionals, and community leaders from across the Greater Chicago area.

In her keynote address, Consul General Diano commended PMAC for its longstanding commitment to professional excellence, continuing medical education, and service to the Filipino-American community. She also recognized the important role of the PMAC Auxiliary in supporting the organization’s community outreach and humanitarian initiatives.

Consul General Diano also highlighted the contributions of Filipino and Filipino-American healthcare professionals not only to their respective fields but also to the communities they serve. She noted that these contributions take on added significance as the Philippines and the United States commemorate the 80th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations this year, underscoring how people-to-people ties continue to strengthen the longstanding partnership between the two countries.

During the program, Consul General Diano likewise administered the oath of office of the newly elected officers of PMAC and its Auxiliary.

Founded in 1960, PMAC brings together Filipino and Filipino-American medical professionals in the Greater Chicago area and promotes professional development, continuing medical education, community service, and humanitarian initiatives. END

CONSULATE GENERAL GRACES LIONS CLUB GOVERNOR’S DAY AND INDUCTIONThe Philippine Consulate General in Chicago, represented...
09/01/2026

CONSULATE GENERAL GRACES LIONS CLUB GOVERNOR’S DAY AND INDUCTION

The Philippine Consulate General in Chicago, represented by Consul Melvin Almonguera, attended the Governor’s Day and Induction of the Chicago One World Centennial Lions Club on 29 August 2026 at Allegra Banquets in Schiller Park, Illinois. He was joined by Mr. Ric Miranda.

The event brought together Lions Club leaders, members, and guests for Governor’s Day honoring Mr. Ben Zoleta, Filipino-American Governor of Lions Clubs International District 1-A, as well as the installation of the incoming club leadership, headed by Ms. Gemma Esmalla, and the induction of new members.

On behalf of the Consulate General, Consul Almonguera highlighted the Lions’ long tradition of community service. He also underscored the Consulate General’s appreciation for its partnerships with community and civic organizations, which provide opportunities to strengthen community ties. END

(First photo courtesy of Mr. Benz Jereos)

CHICAGO PCG PARTICIPATES IN THE MARITIME AND ARCHIPELAGIC NATION AWARENESS MONTH (MANAMO) 2026 CHICAGO, 01 September 20...
09/01/2026

CHICAGO PCG PARTICIPATES IN THE MARITIME AND ARCHIPELAGIC NATION AWARENESS MONTH (MANAMO) 2026

CHICAGO, 01 September 2026 – The Philippine Consulate General in Chicago, led by Consul General Melanie Rita B. Diano, joins the Filipino nation in marking the start of the Maritime and Archipelagic Nation Awareness Month (MANAMo) 2026 through a flag-raising ceremony. This observance underscores the need to strengthen maritime security, improve domain awareness, and protect the Philippine marine heritage.

Consul Ma. Theresa Alders read the remarks of President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. during the diplomatic reception commemorating the 10th anniversary of the 2016 South China Sea Arbitral Award in July 2026.

This year’s MANAMo celebration carries the national theme, “Karapatan sa Karagatan, Sama-sama Nating Alagaan” (Our Rights to the Sea, Together Let Us Protect and Nurture It). The theme underscores the importance of protecting the Philippines’ maritime rights under international law while taking collective responsibility for the protection and sustainable management of our marine resources. It calls on Filipinos to work together in safeguarding our seas for future generations.

Pursuant to Presidential Proclamation No. 316, Series of 2017, the month of September is dedicated to harmonizing and synchronizing programs that raise national consciousness on maritime and archipelagic concerns. As an archipelagic state composed of over 7,000 islands, the Philippines depends deeply on its seas, which serve as lines of connectivity, drivers of economic growth, sources of livelihood for coastal communities, and vital pillars of national security.

The Philippine Consulate General in Chicago remains steadfast in its commitment to advancing national maritime consciousness. Through continued advocacy and community engagement, the Consulate stands in solidarity with the global Filipino community in defending our sovereign rights and preserving our rich marine biodiversity. [END]

Chicago PCG Celebrates Filipino Music and Culture at Musika SamaSama Festival 2026 Consul General Melanie Rita B. Diano,...
09/01/2026

Chicago PCG Celebrates Filipino Music and Culture at Musika SamaSama Festival 2026

Consul General Melanie Rita B. Diano, accompanied by Consul Ella Karina Mitra-Yeager, Cultural Officer Mary Joy Duran-Mortel, and Protocol Officer Martyn Asker Orcine, attended and supported the Musika SamaSama Filipino Festival 2026, held at Eugene Field Park on 29 August 2026.

The event was also graced by 39th Ward Alderwoman Samantha Nugent, who joined the Filipino community in celebrating its rich musical and cultural heritage.

During the formal program, Consul General Diano presented a Plaque of Recognition to the SamaSama Project in recognition of its continued efforts to promote Philippine culture and heritage through music and the arts, particularly through initiatives such as the annual Musika SamaSama Filipino Festival and The Great Filipino Songbook, which celebrates and reimagines Filipino music across generations and musical genres.

The all-day celebration coincided with Buwan ng Wika, or National Language Month, underscoring the importance of Filipino heritage, language, and cultural pride. The festival featured a diverse musical program, including The Great Filipino Songbook Remix, classical repertoire performed by Victor Santiago Asuncion and the FilAm Music Foundation, Harana, Original Pilipino Music (OPM), and a DJ Remix segment led by DJ Rex Balcita.

The festival also brought together a variety of food and non-food vendors, offering Filipino food, products, and other goods and adding to the festive community atmosphere throughout the day.

The highlight of the festival was The Great Filipino Songbook concert, featuring Lou Ella Rose and the SamaSama Project, which served as the centerpiece of the celebration and showcased Filipino music through fresh and contemporary interpretations.

The event concluded with the BahaiDeals.com Rising Stars Contest, an open-call talent showcase for singers, dancers, and other cultural performers. The contest provided a platform for emerging talents to share their artistry while celebrating and expressing their Filipino cultural identity.

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