Public Advisory: New Travel Protocols for Inbound US Travel Announced by CDC

ADVISORY No. 26-2021 6 December 2021 New Travel Protocols for Inbound US Travel Announced by CDC The Philippine Consulate General in New York wishes to inform kababayan returning to the United States that effective today, 06 December 2021, all travelers will be required to show evidence of a negative test for the coronavirus within one day of boarding their flight instead of the previous requirement of three days prior.This testing requirement is applicable to all, regardless of vaccination status or citizenship. The only exceptions to the test are children younger than two years old.Acceptable COVID-19 tests are either an antigen test or a nucleic acid amplification test (NAAT), examples of which are the reverse transcription polymerase chain reaction (RT-PCR) and rapid tests that meet the criteria.The Center for Disease Control (CDC) has clarified that the one-day period is one day before the flight’s departure and not necessarily 24 hours. The CDC order uses a one-day time frame instead of 24 hours to provide more flexibility to the air passenger and aircraft operator. By using a one-day window, test acceptability does not depend on the time of the flight or the time of day that the test sample was taken.Prior to…

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Public Advisory: Filipinos in US Not Yet Affected by New Travel Restrictions

ADVISORY No. 25-2021 29 November 2021 FILIPINOS IN US NOT YET AFFECTED BY NEW TRAVEL RESTRICTIONS The Philippine Consulate General in New York wishes to inform the public that Filipinos from the United States Northeast who are traveling to the Philippines are not covered by the new restrictions imposed on an additional number of countries due to the omicron variant of the coronavirus disease. Kababayan flying in from the United States, except those who have been to red-listed countries recently, will be allowed entry subject to the same the testing and quarantine protocols for all inbound international travelers from yellow-listed countries per Resolution No. 149-A of the Inter-Agency Task Force on the Management of Infectious Diseases (IATF). Under said resolution, starting November 22, fully-vaccinated individuals who have pre-departure RT-PCR tests within 72 hours will only need to undergo facility-based quarantine for three (3) days instead of the previously required five (5) days. After the third day, they would have to take an RT-PCR test. Once the test results turn out negative, they are enjoined to self-monitor up to the 14th day from the date of their arrival. Said protocols do not cover kababayan and other travelers coming from red-listed countries…

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The Philippine Consulate General in New York Kicks Off the 18-Day Campaign to End Violence

Press Release 22 November 2021 The Philippine Consulate General in New York Kicks Off the 18-Day Campaign to End Violence Against Women The Philippine Consulate General in New York, led by Consul General Elmer G. Cato, wore orange, the official color of the 18-Day Campaign to End Violence Against Women, which symbolizes a brighter future free of violence. (Photo by Marvin Dimaculangan) NEW YORK – Personnel of the Philippine Consulate General in New York donned orange during the first Monday of the campaign to end Violence Against Women (VAW). At the lobby of the Philippine Center, a strategic place has been devoted as an Anti-VAW landmark to increase public awareness on the 18-day campaign, which runs from 25 November to 12 December.  “The Philippine Consulate is committed to empowering our female personnel and female clientele by making sure that their voices are heard,” said Consul General Elmer G. Cato, during the flag-raising ceremony held this morning, 22 November. With the theme, “VAW-free Community Starts With me,” the goal is to engender a culture of accountability in fighting all forms of violence against women.  Supporting the campaign are personnel of the Philippine Center Management Board and the Social Security System who also wore orange, the…

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Public Advisory: Quarantine Period for Fully Vaccinated Filipinos from US Shortened from Five to Three Days

ADVISORY No. 24-2021 19 November 2021 QUARANTINE PERIOD FOR FULLY VACCINATED FILIPINOS FROM US SHORTENED FROM FIVE TO THREE DAYS The Philippine Consulate General in New York wishes to inform the public that kababayan from the United States will have a much easier time going back home to the Philippines this holiday season. Per Resolution No. 149-A of the Inter-Agency Task Force on the Management of Infectious Diseases (IATF), starting November 22, fully-vaccinated individuals who have pre-departure RT-PCR tests within 72 hours will only need to undergo facility-based quarantine for three (3) days instead of the previously required five (5) days. After the third day, they would have to take an RT-PCR test. Once the test results turn out negative, they are enjoined to self-monitor up to the 14th day from the date of their arrival. This latest development will greatly contribute to the on-going recovery of the tourism sector this holiday season while also providing more time to those who want to return home to be with their loved ones in the Philippines. Unvaccinated, partially unvaccinated individuals shall undergo facility-based quarantine for seven days, after which they would have to take an RT-PCR test, to be followed by home…

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Filipino-American Veterans Honored in New York Event

Press Release 16 November 2021 Filipino-American Veterans Honored in New York Event The Philippine Consulate General in New York honored Filipino-American veterans in a commemorative event and a Congressional Gold Medal Award Ceremony at the Kalayaan Hall of the Philippine Center on Thursday, 11 November 2021, Veterans Day (Photo by Lambert Parong) NEW YORK – The Philippine Consulate General in New York honored Filipino-American veterans in a commemorative event that included the presentation of the Congressional Gold Medal to three World War II Veterans Award Ceremony at the Kalayaan Hall of the Philippine Center on Thursday, 11 November 2021. Among those honored were Air Force Undersecretary Gina Ortiz Jones, the highest ranking Filipino-American official in the Biden Administration, who also served as guest of honor and speaker, who traces her roots to Pangasinan, spoke of the strong people-to-people ties between the Philippines and the United States.  Undersecretary Jones was an Air Force intelligence officer who served in Iraq and Libya.  She ran but narrowly lost her bid for a congressional seat in San Antonio, Texas in 2018. On July 22, 2021, she was appointed Undersecretary of the Department of Air Force, the first woman of color to hold such an important…

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The Power of One Voice Unleashed in a Night of Music and History

Press Release 3 November 2021 The Power of One Voice Unleashed in a Night of Music and History Singers of Kayumanggi Chorale, Bayanihan Singers of Union, and the FilharmoniX Choir serenaded more than 100 attendees with Filipino songs, which highlight milestones in the nation’s continuing history, and amplify the need for unity. (Philippine Consulate General in New York Photo by Monina E. Tran) NEW YORK – In the spirit of bayanihan, various Filipino singers gathered together to lift their voices in a night of music and history at the St. Francis of Assisi Church in Midtown Manhattan on Friday, 29 October 2021.  Entitled Santinig (One Voice), the concert capped off Filipino-American History Month with Filipino songs of pride, heroism, and unity, carefully selected to highlight milestones in the nation’s history, from the pre-colonial period down to the Spanish, Japanese, and American eras, and finally to the Philippines of today.  With the power of one voice, talents from the Kayumanggi Chorale, Bayanihan Singers of Union, the FilharmoniX Choir, as well as guest performers, Rogelio Peñaverde Jr., Joy Tamayo, and Vice Consul Paolo Marco R. Mapula serenaded over 100 attendees with “Bayan Ko,” “Pilipinas Kong Mahal,” “Lupang Hinirang,” and “Bati Bati ‘Di…

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Public Advisory: Reduced Quarantine Time for Fully Vaccinated Filipinos Traveling to the Philippines

ADVISORY No. 23-2021 20 October 2021 REDUCED QUARANTINE TIME FOR FULLY VACCINATED FILIPINOS TRAVELING TO THE PHILIPPINES The Philippine Consulate General in New York wishes to inform the members of the Filipino Community that vaccinated kababayan traveling from the United States will now have reduced quarantine time upon arrival in the Philippines.Per Resolution No. 144-A of the Inter-Agency Task Force on the  Management of Emerging Infectious Diseases (IATF), authorities have relaxed quarantine requirements to allow fully vaccinated kababayan from the US to undergo facility-based quarantine for only five days instead of the previously required seven days.For kababayan to be released from facility-based quarantine, they must test negative for the coronavirus disease on the RT-PCR test to be taken on the fifth day of their confinement. They will then be allowed to go on home where they will quarantine for another five (5) days.For kababayan from the US to be able to avail themselves of this, they must present digital or original vaccination certificates issued by their respective states or by the Centers for Disease Control to prove that they are fully-vaccinated.For a copy of IATF Resolution No. 144-A, please visit the link below:https://www.officialgazette.gov.ph/downloads/2021/10oct/20211014-IATF-144A-RRD.pdf?fbclid=IwAR0AZJlZm8U5fmnyGVVPvphDdm2mg6L_BzbxUUD1CdJkJfDu78zUYweKWGY

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Public Advisory: Update on Testing and Quarantine Protocols for International Arriving Passengers in All Ports of Entry in the Philippines

ADVISORY No. 22-2021 12 October 2021 UPDATE ON TESTING AND QUARANTINE PROTOCOLS FOR INTERNATIONAL ARRIVING PASSENGERS IN ALL PORTS OF ENTRY IN THE PHILIPPINES The Philippine Consulate General in New York wishes to inform the public that, as per IATF Resolution No. 142, effective 08 October 2021, the protocols for international arriving passengers from “Green” List and “Yellow” List countries, which includes the United States of America, in all ports of entry in the Philippines shall be as follows:Fully vaccinated individuals need to undergo facility-based quarantine until the release of the negative result of their RT-PCR testing taken on the fifth (5th) day from the date of their arrival after which, they shall be required to undergo home quarantine until their tenth (10th) day.Foreign nationals shall be required to secure their own pre-booked accommodation of at least six (6) days;Unvaccinated, partially vaccinated, or individuals whose vaccination status cannot be independently verified or confirmed by Philippine authorities as valid and authentic shall be required to undergo facility-based quarantine until the release of the negative result of their RT-PCR testing taken on the seventh (7th) day.After which, they shall be required to undergo home quarantine until their fourteenth (14th) day. Foreign nationals…

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Consul General in New York Meets Harvard Filipino Community

Press Release 30 September 2021 Consul General in New York Meets Harvard Filipino Community CAMBRIDGE, MA – Consul General Elmer G. Cato met with Filipino officials, personnel, and students of Harvard University on 29 September 2021 in Cambridge, Massachusetts. The event hosted by Harvard Board of Overseas member Geraldine Acuña-Sunshine, was attended by incoming and returning Harvard students across degree programs. Harvard staff and fellows including Maria Carolina V. Dominguez, Harvard Business School Alumni Board member, and Myrish Cadapan Antonio, Director at the Harvard Kennedy School. Consul General Cato thanked the host and organizers and emphasized the importance of active involvement of the Harvard Filipino community in the development of the Philippines. He encouraged them to register as overseas voters so that they can participate in the elections next year. The Consul General assured them of the assistance of the consulate in processing their consular documents and in organizing cultural events in the Cambridge and Boston area. This activity is part of the Consulate's efforts to develop and enhance networks and partnerships with Filipino student and school organizations in the US Northeast. – END Consul General Elmer G. Cato (left), Harvard Overseer Geraldine Acuña-Sunshine (7th from the left) and Deputy…

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Overseas Voter Registration Extended Until 14 October

ADVISORY No. 21-2021 29 September 2021 OVERSEAS VOTER REGISTRATION EXTENDED UNTIL 14 OCTOBER The Consulate General of the Philippines in New York wishes to inform all kababayan that pursuant to the decision of the Commission on Elections dated 29 September 2021, the period for overseas voting registration has been extended for two (2) weeks until 14 October 2021. Registration will continue at the Consulate from Mondays to Fridays, except US and Philippine holidays, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Philippine Center in Manhattan. No appointments are necessary. Under the Overseas Absentee Voting Act of 2003, all qualified Philippine citizens, including dual citizens, who are not disqualified by law, and who are at least 18 years of age may register as an overseas voter at the Philippine Center in New York. Existing overseas voters who have changed addresses, changed their names due to marriage, among others, or have corrections in their entries should likewise modify or update their registration with the Consulate. Voters who have also failed to vote in the last two national elections have to reactivate their registration as well to be able to vote in next year’s national elections in the Philippines. More information may be accessed at newyorkpcg.org

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