19 October 2026 - The Philippine Embassy in Cairo held the Third Resident Election Registration Board (RERB) Hearing for Halalan 2028. RERB Alternate Chairperson, Ms. Crystal Ann S. Dunuan led the proceedings on the applications of overseas Filipino voters in Egypt who filed for registration, reactivation, change of address, etc. from 01 July 2026 to 30 September 2026. Kababayans who have not yet registered are strongly encouraged to take part and exercise their right to vote

18 October 2026 - Philippine Ambassador Charmaine Rowena C. Aviquivil met with Dr. Abeer Moneer, President of the Egypt’s National Institute of Oceanography and Fisheries (NIOF), to explore possible collaborations and engagements. During the meeting, Amb. Aviquivil shared that the Philippines, as an archipelagic country, has the same interest as Egypt in the blue economy as well as in studying and preserving the marine environment. She stated that the visit was to initiate an

The Philippine Embassy in Cairo informs the public of the implementation of the Philippine electronic Visa (e-Visa) system in Egypt and Sudan, starting 05 October 2026. Egyptian and Sudanese nationals and residents of Egypt who are eligible for Philippine e-Visas and intend to enter the Philippines for temporary visits may lodge their application online through the official website, evisa.gov.ph, and pay the corresponding e-Visa fees securely via direct bank transfer or ons

Dr. Jose Rizal’s 1882 journey through the Egypt’s Suez Canal has inspired Philippine-Egyptian cultural connection. Over the past decade, Philippine ambassadors in Cairo have carried this legacy forward through building connections with local cultural partners including the Bibliotheca Alexandrina, one of the largest library complexes in the Middle East and Africa, and the cities of Alexandria and Port Said. Even before the Sentro Rizal- Egypt was inaugurated, the Embassy had

By weaving together history, traditions, and language, the center has created a vibrant space where Filipino-Egyptian youth, local communities, and international partners can connect deeply. Through its dynamic cultural and Buwan ng Wika/ Buwan ng Kasaysayan activities, the Sentro Rizal continues to foster a beautiful, shared global community right here in Cairo. The center aims to help Filipino diaspora rediscover their rich heritage and language. Among the notable initiativ

Ten years ago, on 25 September 2016, a historic milestone unfolded as the Sentro Rizal Egypt was officially inaugurated at the Philippine Embassy in Egypt located in Maadi, Cairo. Under the leadership of then- Philippine Ambassador to Egypt, H.E. Leslie J. Baja and National Commission for Culture and Arts (NCCA) Chairman Felipe M. De Leon, Jr., the very first Sentro Rizal in Africa was established. What started as a sanctuary for books on Philippine arts, history, culture, an

On 13 September, Ambassador Charmaine Rowena C. Aviquivil led the 286th ASEAN Committee in Cairo (ACC) meeting as Chairperson. The meeting was attended by Heads of the other eight (8) ASEAN missions represented in Cairo including Brunei, Cambodia, Indonesia, Malaysia, Myanmar, Singapore, Thailand and Viet Nam. The Committee discussed ACC projects including projects in partnership with local universities and think tanks as well as fellowship activities for the ASEAN community.

06 September 2026 - Ambassador Charmaine Rowena C. Aviquivil participated in the closing ceremony of the Egyptian-Filipino Program for Religious Leaders on Dialogue, Coexistence and Peace-building, a week-long initiative organized by Egypt’s Ministry of Endowments from 29 August to 06 September 2026 for members of the Catholic Bishops’ Conference of the Philippines (CBCP). The program, held under the theme “The Egyptian Experience in Fostering Coexistence and Building an Incl

07 September 2026 - The Philippine Embassy in Cairo joined Philippine Foreign Service Posts and Consular Offices around the world in the Simultaneous Flag Raising Ceremony on 07 September 2026, in observance of Maritime and Archipelagic Nation Awareness Month (MANA Mo) 2026. During the ceremony, H.E. Ambassador Charmaine Rowena C. Aviquivil read the message of President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr., who emphasized that understanding our history as a maritime and archipelagic natio

In celebration of Maritime and Archipelagic Nation Awareness Month (MANA Mo) 2026, the Philippine Embassy in Cairo joins the Blue Thursday campaign throughout the month of September. As part of this initiative, Philippine Embassy personnel will wear blue every Thursday of September to show their support for this year’s theme: 🌊 “Karapatan sa Karagatan, Sama-sama Nating Alagaan” 🌊 As a maritime and archipelagic nation, the Philippines recognizes the vital role of our seas an

31 August 2026- Ambassador Charmaine Rowena C. Aviquivil attended the opening ceremony of a week-long seminar spearheaded by the Egyptian Ministry of Awqaf (Ministry of Religious Endowments) called “Egyptian-Filipino Program for Religious Leaders on Dialogue, Coexistence and Peace-building; The Egyptian Experience in Fostering Coexistence and Building an Inclusive Society” which takes place from 28 August to 06 September 2026. Philippine participants include members of the Ca

22 August 2026 - The Philippine Embassy in Cairo held a two-day consular and assistance-to-nationals outreach mission in Alexandria, Egypt from 21 to 22 August 2026. In her opening remarks at the town hall meeting held just before the consular outreach officially started, Amb. Aviquivil underscored the Embassy’s commitment to bringing consular services closer to Filipinos in Alexandria and ensuring their continued access to assistance and support. She thanked the Filipino com

20 August 2026- Ambassador Charmaine Rowena C. Aviquivil paid a courtesy call on Alexandria Governor Engr. Ayman Attia who received the Ambassador together with Deputy Governor Dr. Amira Yassin. During the meeting, Governor Attia shared an overview of Alexandria’s economy and its important role in trade, education, and business sectors. He highlighted the city’s strategic position as a major Mediterranean port and its potential for further engagement with international partne

20 August 2026 - Ambassador Charmaine Rowena C. Aviquivil met with Professor Ahmed A. Zayed, Director of the Bibliotheca Alexandrina (Library) to discuss potential areas of cooperation, particularly in the fields of education, culture, and people-to-people exchanges. During the meeting, Amb. Aviquivil highlighted the potential for the Library to serve as a venue for educational and cultural activities that could benefit Filipino students in Egypt. She also paid a courtesy vis

12 August 2026 - Ambassador Charmaine Rowena C. Aviquivil met with officials of the Egyptian General Authority for Investment (GAFI) including Undersecretary Mohamed Youssef (Advisor to the GAFI Chairman), Ms. Sahar Ibrahim (Asia Desk Officer), and Mr. Mohamed Sabry (CEO of United Bros. Group). During the meeting, Amb. Aviquivil and the GAFI officials discussed possible investment activities and action plan to jumpstart the trade and investment relations between the Philippin

10 August 2026 - The Philippine Embassy joined the other ASEAN missions in Cairo in celebrating the 59th Anniversary of the Foundation of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) held at the Embassy of the Republic of Indonesia in Garden City. Other ASEAN missions present were Brunei, Cambodia, Indonesia, Malaysia, Myanmar, Singapore, Thailand and Viet Nam. Ambassador Amr Hamza, Assistant Foreign Minister for Asia Pacific, Australia, New Zealand and Pacific Islands

06 August 2026 - Ambassador Charmaine Rowena C. Aviquivil paid a courtesy call on Ambassador Emad El-Din Mostafa of the Embassy of Sudan to discuss latest developments in Sudan and areas of possible cooperation. During the meeting, Amb. Aviquivil noted that 2026 marks the 50th anniversary of bilateral relations of the Philippines and Sudan. For his part, Amb. Emad El-Din acknowledged the friendship between the two countries which share common values and principles. They agree

30 July 2026 – Ambassador Charmaine Rowena C. Aviquivil met with Mr. Carlos Oliver Cruz, Chief of Mission of the International Organization for Migration (IOM) Egypt, at the IOM Office in Cairo to discuss migration issues of mutual interest and explore opportunities to further strengthen cooperation between the Philippine Embassy and IOM Egypt. Amb. Aviquivil conveyed her appreciation for IOM Egypt’s continued assistance to Filipino nationals who have encountered migration-re

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