DAVAO CITY ---The Bureau of Immigration (BI) has announced the impending deportation of three South Korean fugitives arrested this September in Pampanga and Rizal. BI Commissioner Joel Anthony Viado confirmed that the Koreans were apprehended during separate operations by the bureau’s Fugitive Search Unit (FSU) on September 14 and September 19. They will be sent back to … [Read more...] about BI to deport three South Korean fugitives
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Timor Leste court grants PH extradition request vs. Teves
MANILA – The Department of Justice (DOJ) on Thursday confirmed that the Court of Appeals of Timor Leste granted the Philippines’ extradition request against former congressman Arnolfo Teves Jr. “The Department of Justice confirms the grant of the extradition request made by the Philippine government. The information was relayed to us by the Attorney-General of Timor … [Read more...] about Timor Leste court grants PH extradition request vs. Teves
BI Warns Public After Filipina intercepted attempting to work illegally in Lebanon
DAVAO CITY, Philippines – The Bureau of Immigration (BI) has issued a public warning against deceitful recruitment practices promising lucrative jobs in Lebanon, which persist despite ongoing anti-trafficking efforts. Immigration Commissioner Norman Tansingco highlighted the issue after the recent interception of a Filipino woman at Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA) … [Read more...] about BI Warns Public After Filipina intercepted attempting to work illegally in Lebanon
Marcos Jr. awards Order of Lapu-Lapu to injured Navy Sailor in WPS incident
DAVAO CITY, Philippines --- President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. awarded the Order of Lapu-Lapu Rank Kampilan to Seaman First Class Underwater Operator Jeffrey Facundo of the Philippine Navy on Sunday. Seaman Facundo was injured during an incident involving the China Coast Guard (CCG) near Ayungin Shoal in the West Philippine Sea (WPS) on June 17. Accompanied by Defense Secretary … [Read more...] about Marcos Jr. awards Order of Lapu-Lapu to injured Navy Sailor in WPS incident
PBBM: Filipinos will not shy away from duty to defend the Philippines
DAVAO CITY, Philippines--- President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. emphasized on Wednesday that the 126th anniversary of the Philippines' declaration of independence is not just about commemorating history but also a call to continue the fight for liberty. Speaking at the Quirino Grandstand in Manila during the anniversary celebration, Marcos underscored the nation's readiness to … [Read more...] about PBBM: Filipinos will not shy away from duty to defend the Philippines
