The U.S. Embassy in Manila requires F, M, or J nonimmigrant visa applicants to set their social media accounts to public, aiding the vetting process by establishing identity and admissibility under U.S. law. This aligns with the 2019 requirement for social media identifiers on visa applications.
Vice President Sara Duterte calls on Filipinos in Australia to advocate for former President Rodrigo Duterte’s release from the International Criminal Court, urging them to influence Australia’s government as an ICC member.
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. pledged continued government efforts to improve the lives of Filipinos in Japan during a meeting with the community in Osaka, emphasizing their role in strengthening Philippine-Japan relations.
The Philippine Department of Foreign Affairs reports that 191 Filipinos in Israel are seeking repatriation amid rising tensions with Iran. The DFA has raised Alert Level 3 and is coordinating to ensure their safe return while advising caution to those remaining in the region.
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. announced a plan to provide satellite-based internet to all public schools in the Philippines through Starlink, aiming to bridge the digital divide in education, especially in remote areas.
Trump’s proposed 3.5% remittance tax sparks concern among Filipino immigrants in the US. The tax, part of a broader bill, could affect non-US citizens sending money home. Filipino workers and advocacy groups warn of economic impacts and potential discrimination, as the bill faces Senate deliberation.
The Philippine Commission on Elections has canceled the registration of the Duterte Youth party-list due to a 2019 petition challenging its registration process.
Former Senate President Juan Ponce Enrile expressed on Tuesday that Vice President Sara Duterte’s actions may indicate reluctance to face an impeachment trial. Enrile commented on the situation amid delays and petitions from Duterte’s camp against the complaint.
Senate President Francis Escudero and House prosecutors proclaim that senator-judges’ inhibition in Vice President Sara Duterte’s impeachment trial should be voluntary, amid calls for recusal. Both emphasize that the decision lies with the senator-judges, stressing the significance of maintaining impartiality during proceedings.
Vice President Sara Duterte returned to the Philippines on June 14, 2023, after a personal visit to Malaysia. During her stay, she joined the Filipino community in Kuala Lumpur for Independence Day celebrations.