20 July 2026 - The Philippine Embassy in Cairo holds the Second Resident Election Registration Board (RERB) Hearing for Halalan 2028. The RERB Chairperson, Vice Consul Bryan B. Fernandez leads the proceedings on the applications of all overseas Filipino voters who filed for registration, reactivation, change of address, etc. from 01 April 2026 to 30 June 2026. Kababayans who have not yet registered are strongly encouraged to take part and exercise their right to vote. Oversea

06 July 2026 - The Philippine Embassy in Egypt held a Special Flag Raising Ceremony in commemoration of the 10th Year Anniversary of the 2016 South China Sea Arbitral Award, reaffirming the Philippines' unwavering commitment to the rules-based international order, the peaceful settlement of disputes, and the rule of law as embodied in the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS). As part of the ceremony, Consul Crystal Ann S. Dunuan read the message of Secreta

01 July 2026 – On 01 July 2026, Ambassador Charmaine Rowena C. Aviquivil presented the letters of credence and recall of her predecessor to His Excellency Abdel Fattah El-Sisi, President of the Arab Republic of Egypt, at the Al-Ittihadiya Palace (Presidential Palace) in Heliopolis, Cairo. Ambassador Aviquivil is the second female Philippine Ambassador to Egypt. She was also previously assigned as Second Secretary and Consul at the Philippine Embassy in Cairo from 2005 to 20

23 June 2026 - Ambassador Charmaine Rowena C. Aviquivil met with Ambassador Nabil Habashi, Deputy Foreign Minister for Egyptian Expatriates at the New Capital and exchanged best practices on migration governance, diaspora engagement, and migrant protection. The two officials discussed their respective experiences in engaging overseas nationals and recognizing their significant contributions to national development. They also shared insights on policies and programs that promo

22 June 2026 - Ambassador Charmaine Rowena C. Aviquivil paid a courtesy call on Ambassador Amr Hamza, Assistant Foreign Minister for Asia, Australia, New Zealand and Pacific Islands Affairs, to show her appreciation for the welcome extended by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs upon her arrival. For his part, Amb. Hamza expressed the Ministry’s support and cooperation with the Philippine Embassy to further enhance bilateral relations. The meeting also covered undertakings includ

25 June 2026 - Ambassador Charmaine Rowena C. Aviquvil attended the 285th ASEAN Committee in Cairo (ACC) Meeting at the Triumph Luxury Hotel, New Cairo. The meeting was also attended by the other Heads of Missions (HOM) of the eight (8) ASEAN states represented in Egypt- Brunei, Cambodia, Indonesia, Malaysia, Myanmar, Singapore, Thailand and Viet Nam. During the meeting, the ACC HOMs shared bilateral activities conducted by their respective missions. They also discussed the C

19 June 2026 – The Philippine Embassy hosted the celebration of the 128th Anniversary of the Proclamation of Philippine Independence and the 80th Anniversary of diplomatic relations between the Philippines and Egypt. The event gathered some 150 guests, including members and representatives of various Filipino community organizations, workers, students, and residents in Egypt. In her opening remarks, Ambassador Charmaine Rowena C. Aviquivil highlighted the theme “Kalayaan. Kin

The Philippine Embassy in Egypt joins the Filipino nation and the world in the observance of World Refugee Day and National Refugee Day. Embassy personnel participated in the Blue Monday campaign as a gesture of solidarity with refugees, forcibly displaced persons, and stateless individuals. Ambassador Charmaine Rowena C. Aviquivil delivered the official message of President Ferdinand R. Marcos, Jr. The Philippines stands with Refugees and commits to continue rebuilding lives

16 June 2026 –The Philippine Embassy hosted “Philippine Textile: A Representation of Woven Diverse Filipino Stories, Traditions, and Identities” in celebration of last May's National Heritage Month with lectures and an exhibit. Following this year’s theme “Roots and Horizons: Our Shared Heritage, Our Collective Future,” the event showcased the artistry, resilience, and cultural significance of Philippine textiles as living testaments of history, traditions, and collective ide

12 June 2026 – The Philippine Embassy held a special flag‑raising ceremony to mark the 128th Anniversary of the Proclamation of Philippine Independence. Embassy officers and staff, led by Ambassador Charmaine Rowena C. Aviquivil, gathered at the chancery for the event wherein the video of the National Day message of President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. was played. It was followed by the reading of the National Day message of Secretary of Foreign Affairs Ma. Theresa P. Lazaro by

On 11 June 2026, Ambassador Charmaine Rowena C. Aviquivil received Mr. Mohamed Mokhtar, representative of the Chamberlain of the Presidency. Mr. Mokhtar conveyed the greetings of His Excellency Abdel Fattah El-Sisi, President of the Arab Republic of Egypt, on the occasion of the National Day of the Philippines. Mr. Mokhtar also wished for the success of the Ambassador’s endeavors as well as for the progress and prosperity of the Philippines. Amb. Aviquivil acknowledged the

02 June 2026 - On 02 June 2026, Philippine Ambassador Charmaine Rowena C. Aviquivil presented the Open Copy of her Letter of Credence to the Assistant Foreign Minister for Protocol, Ambassador El-Desouky Yusuf at the headquarters of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, International Cooperation and Egyptian Expatriates at the New Capital. Through the Letter of Credence, President Ferdinand R. Marcos, Jr. designates Amb. Aviquivil as Philippine Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipo

The Philippine Embassy in Egypt warmly welcomes Her Excellency Ms. Charmaine Rowena C. Aviquivil as Ambassador designate of the Republic of the Philippines to the Arab Republic of Egypt. A seasoned career diplomat, Ambassador Aviquivil has served in key roles at the Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) both in the Home Office and abroad. Most recently, she was Consul General at the Philippine Consulate General in Sydney, Australia. Her foreign service assignments include Depu

On Friday, 08 May 2026, the Philippine Embassy successfully conducted a special event combining public service, information awareness, and a heartfelt Mother’s Day celebration for the Filipino community in Egypt. In the morning, the Embassy welcomed walk-in applicants for the processing of Report of Birth (ROB) applications and Overseas Voting Registration, providing essential consular services to Filipinos residing in Egypt. In the afternoon, an informative lecture on the im

08 April 2026 - Ms. Crystal Ann S. Dunuan, Charge d’Affaires and Third Secretary Bryan B. Fernandez attended the 284th ASEAN Committee in Cairo (ACC) Meeting along with the Heads of Missions and representatives of the other eight (8) ASEAN states represented in Cairo- Brunei, Cambodia, Indonesia, Malaysia, Myanmar, Singapore, Thailand and Viet Nam. The meeting included a discussion on ACC activities such as engagements with Egyptian government officials, business organization

06 April 2026 - The Philippine Embassy in Egypt, in partnership with the Department of Migrant Workers (DMW) and the Overseas Workers Welfare Administration (OWWA) launched the OFW Help Desk, an initiative dedicated to supporting and assisting our Overseas Filipino Workers (OFWs) throughout Egypt. The OFW Help Desk will serve as a support hub where kababayans can access guidance on labor counseling, queries/clarification on verification of contracts, assistance for the online

30 March 2026 - The Philippine Embassy, represented by Charge d'Affaires Ms. Crystal Ann S. Dunuan and Third Secretary Mr. Bryan B. Fernandez, attended a talk session featuring Ambassador Amr Hamza, the Assistant Foreign Minister for Asia, Australia, NZ and Pacific Islands Affairs. Also in attendance were the Heads and representatives of other ASEAN Missions in Cairo, including Brunei, Cambodia, Indonesia, Malaysia, Myanmar, Singapore, Thailand, and Viet Nam. The session was

28 February 2026 – The Philippine Embassy in Cairo hosted “Two Nations, One Canvas” in celebration of 2026 National Arts Month , highlighting the enduring friendship between the Philippines and Egypt through the power of art. During her opening remarks, Chargé d’Affaires, a.i., Ms. Crystal Ann S. Dunuan underscored this year’s theme, “Ani ng Sining: Katotohanan at Giting” (“Harvest of the Arts: Truth and Valor”). She emphasized how Philippine arts reflect the Filipino experie

March is Women's Month! 08 March 2026 marks the celebration of the International Women's Day. In support of gender equality and women empowerment, the Philippine Embassy encourages the participation of our kabayans in the #PurpleWednesday movement by wearing purple every Wednesday this March. Let us support women empowerment and gender equality by wearing purple every Wednesday of this month of March.

CAIRO, 04 March 2026 – Representatives of the Philippine Embassy in Egypt assisted five (5) Filipino tourists stranded in Israel who crossed the Taba Border Crossing which lies between Egypt and Israel. The five availed of the buses provided by the Israeli Ministry of Tourism to bring tourists to the Israel-Egypt land border. Once they entered the Egyptian Immigration Arrival area, they were greeted by a team from the Philippine Embassy including Consul Crystal Ann S. Dunua