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Filipino Times
15-05-2025
- Politics
- Filipino Times
UAE records highest number of overseas Filipino votes worldwide
The Philippine Country Team in the UAE, which includes the Philippine Embassy in Abu Dhabi and the Philippine Consulate General in Dubai, recorded the highest number of overseas votes in the recent Philippine midterm elections. A total of 37,976 registered Filipino voters in the UAE cast their ballots online from April 13 to May 12, 2025. This accounts for 17% of the global votes from overseas Filipinos. Out of 189,892 registered Filipino voters in the UAE, the turnout rate reached 20%, one of the highest recorded worldwide. Globally, only 223,330 out of 1.3 million registered overseas voters participated. 'We share the success of this achievement with all our kababayan, the entire Filipino community in the UAE, which reflects our strong sense of civic responsibility and engagement in shaping the future of our country despite living abroad and far from our motherland,' said Ambassador Alfonso A. Ver. Consul General Marford M. Angeles said, 'It is great to see the deep interest of our kababayans in the conduct of the online voting, a first in our Philippine history. With this advancement in our electoral process, we look forward to an even more active participation among our fellow overseas Filipino voters in the next election.' Embassy and consulate officials, along with volunteers and community leaders, helped reach and mobilize voters. This marks a milestone in the use of technology to improve access and participation in the electoral process.
Filipino Times
27-04-2025
- Business
- Filipino Times
Filipino professionals unite at PBC Synergy 2025 in Dubai
Filipino professionals and entrepreneurs across the UAE gathered for an evening of connection and collaboration at the recently concluded PBC Synergy event held on April 25, 2025. Organized by the Philippine Business Council – Dubai and Northern Emirates (PBC-DNE) in collaboration with the Philippine Business Council Abu Dhabi, the event brought together two business councils for one purposeful night of speed networking, panel discussions, and synergy circles aimed at strengthening the Filipino business community. Mariben Eustaquio, Business Events Director of PBC-DNE, officially opened the program, setting the tone for the evening. An inspirational message was delivered by Hon. Marford M. Angeles, Consul General of the Philippines in Dubai, encouraging attendees to continue building meaningful professional and business connections. Highlights of the program included the introduction of the PBC-DNE Board of Directors for 2025, a panel discussion featuring key industry leaders, and an engaging 'Power Buddy Session' designed to foster deeper collaborations among participants. The event closed with a networking session and business card exchange. PBC Synergy 2025 served as a platform for Filipino professionals and entrepreneurs across the UAE to connect, collaborate, and engage in discussions on business and community development.
Filipino Times
11-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Filipino Times
Pinoys in UAE join Kalayaan 2025 kick-off; main event set for June 1
The Kalayaan 2025 celebrations officially began with a kick-off party held in Deira, Dubai on April 11. The grand celebration is set to take place on June 1 at the Dubai World Trade Centre. The event was attended by Philippine Ambassador to the UAE H.E. Alfonso Ferdinand Ver, Consul General Hon. Marford M. Angeles, and Vice Consul Jim Jimeno. Filipino community members and performers also joined the celebration. Ambassador Ver encouraged Filipinos to be modern-day heroes in their everyday lives. 'Pakiusap lang namin, we are being called to be heroes… just the basic things of going to our jobs, being diligent in our work… and being true to our families back home,' he said. Consul General Angeles also shared a short message, highlighting the importance of celebrating Philippine independence abroad. 'We are here because we are happy… Salamat sa inyong suporta sa ating Independence Day,' he said. The event also featured cultural performances, including singing and dancing, along with a special announcement of the celebrities expected to join the main event on June 1—Jarren Garcia and Kai Montinola. To end the night, attendees participated in a raffle draw, with winners receiving limited-edition Kalayaan 2025 t-shirts as souvenirs.
Filipino Times
10-04-2025
- Health
- Filipino Times
Philippine Consulate, DHA invite OFWs to donate blood and save lives
The Philippine Consulate General in Dubai, in partnership with the Dubai Health Authority (DHA), is holding a blood donation campaign called 'You're My Type: Join the Blood Drive, Save More Lives' on April 11, 2025. It will be held from 3:00 PM to 7:00 PM at Rizal Hall, Philippine Consulate General. Filipinos in Dubai are encouraged to sign up at to be part of this life-saving effort. Blood donations will support patients suffering from conditions like anemia, bleeding from accidents or surgeries, and other medical emergencies. Doctors say blood donation is good not only for patients but also for donors. It improves blood circulation, reduces excess iron in the body, and promotes a healthier heart and bone marrow function. To donate, one must be healthy, aged 18 to 65 years old, and weigh at least 50 kilograms. A short health interview will be done to check medical history and recent travel, and pregnant or breastfeeding women are advised not to donate. Consul General Marford M. Angeles said, 'Our ancestors once used blood to seal pacts and affirm their shared destiny. Today, we extend that legacy by giving blood to those whose survival depends on it.' 'True freedom is about self-determination and the power to act for the greater good. A single donation can mean the difference between life and loss, and that is a freedom worth embracing,' he added. The activity is part of the Consulate's 'Labindalawa' campaign and aims to revive the spirit of bayanihan by inviting Filipinos to give the gift of life through blood donation.
