Republic of the Philippines

EMBASSY OF THE PHILIPPINES WELLINGTON, NEW ZEALAND
50 Hobson Street, Thorndon, Wellington, New Zealand 6011

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As part of the Philippine Embassy’s networking with local officials to broaden linkages for trade, tourism, investment, business, people-to-people exchange and for greater access and discussions on Filipinos’ welfare and well-being, Ambassador Virginia H. Benavidez accompanied by Vice Consul Gle...

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As the Philippine Embassy continues to reach out and be one with the Filipino community especially in celebrating and showcasing Filipino traditions and culture, Ambassador Virginia H. Benavidez attended the Sinulog Festival in Auckland on 21 January 2015. As the 21st annual celebration of the...

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On 10 January 2015, a very good Chinese friend of the Filipinos, Ms. Camilia (Cam) Chin Dowling shared her unconditional love and gratitude to her Mum, Grace Chin by organizing her surprise 90th birthday celebration and inviting us to be part of this special occasion. Mum/Aunty Grace to many o...

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Lt. Col. Emil Cruz of the Philippine Army, was among the foreign participants who graduated from the 55th Advanced Command and Staff Course (Joint) conducted by the New Zealand Defence Force Command and Staff College on 11 December 2014 at the Derby Room, Trentham Race Course. He joined 35 parti...

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In line with the Philippine Embassy’s continuing efforts to promote closer ties with New Zealand, Ambassador Virginia H. Benavidez, accompanied by Minister and Consul General Arlene Gonzales-Macaisa, called on the Honourable Michael Woodhouse, the Minister of Immigration, Minister of Police, and...

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