U.S. Embassy in the Philippines

Charge d’Affaires a.i. Robert Ewing and Deputy Chief of Mission Bridgette Walker welcomed Senator Tammy Duckworth back to the Philippines. They discussed national security interests and opportunities to strengthen the 🇺🇸🤝🇵🇭 relationship as .

The U.S. Soybean Export Council - USSEC and the Philippine Association of Feed Millers signed a memorandum of understanding to promote sustainability in the Philippine feed industry through stable access to U.S. soybean meal. This agreement marks 30 years of successful collaboration through USSEC's presence in the Philippines.

The partnership creates opportunities for U.S. soy farmers and supports the Philippines' thriving animal feed and food sectors. The Philippines has been the largest market in the world for U.S. soybean meal for eight consecutive years. In 2025, the United States exported over $1 billion in soybean meal to the Philippines, representing 95 percent of total imports.

The U.S. 7th Fleet Band's Shonan Brass Quintet held workshops and performed alongside University of Santo Tomas Conservatory of Music students showcasing music's power to unite us in friendship as we commemorate .

Message to U.S. Citizens: Typhoon Season in the Philippines (2026)

https://ph.usembassy.gov/weather-alert-typhoon-season-in-the-philippines-2026/

Location: The Philippines
Event: 2026 Typhoon Season

Summary:
Typhoons can strike the Philippines year-round, with nearly 85-90% occurring between May and October. Based on historical trends, 10–14 tropical cyclones may enter or form in the Philippine Area of Responsibility (PAR) between May and October, with more expected later in the year.
Typhoons can bring heavy rain, strong winds, flooding, landslides, storm surges, and power outages. U.S. citizens in the Philippines should be prepared and vigilant throughout the year.


Actions to Take:
1. Stay Informed by monitoring weather warning announcements

•PAGASA: Official Philippine government forecasts and typhoon warnings
•JTWC (Joint Typhoon Warning Center): U.S. military forecasts for the Western Pacific
•Local government alerts and barangay-level announcements

2. Prepare a “Go Bag” with survival necessities

•Copies of your passport and important documents
•Prescription medicine (at least one week’s supply)
•A flashlight, batteries, and a power bank
•Bottled water and food that doesn’t spoil
•Cash (ATMs and card readers may not work)
•First-aid kit and battery-powered radio

3. Make a Safety Plan:
•Know if you live in a flood zone or an area at risk of landslides or storm surge.
•Learn evacuation routes and the location of nearby shelters.
•Set up a communication plan with family and friends in case you lose power or signal.

4. Prepare Your Home
•Ensure drainage systems are clear of debris.
•Tie down outdoor items.
•Trim overhanging branches.
•Identify a safe place inside your home to shelter during a storm.

5. Use Caution During and After Storms
•Avoid floodwaters, fallen trees, and downed power lines.
•Don’t drive through flooded roads.
•Follow instructions from local officials and emergency services.

Important Contacts:
•Philippine emergency services: 911
•U.S. Embassy Manila (24/7): +63 (02) 5301-2000
•Consular Agency Cebu: +63 (32) 231-1261
•U.S. Embassy website: https://ph.usembassy.gov
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For further information and assistance:

•Enroll in the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (http://step.state.gov) to receive Alerts and make it easier to locate you in an emergency.

•Contact the U.S. Embassy in Manila, Philippines, located at 1201 Roxas Boulevard, at +(63) (2) 5301-2000, from 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday. After-hours emergency number for U.S. citizens is +(63) (2) 5301-2000.

•Call 1-888-407-4747 toll-free in the United States and Canada or 1-202-501-4444 from other countries from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Eastern Standard Time, Monday through Friday (except U.S. federal holidays).

•See the State Department’s travel website (https://travel.state.gov/content/travel.html) for the Worldwide Caution, Travel Advisories, Alerts, and the Philippines Country Specific Information (https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Philippines.html).

U.S. Embassy Deputy Chief of Mission Bridgette Walker met with Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) Commandant Admiral Ronnie Gil Gavan to reaffirm the strong and enduring maritime partnership between the United States and the Philippines in support of a .

Executive Secretary Ralph Recto received outgoing Chargé d'Affaires a.i. Robert Ewing and new Deputy Chief of Mission Bridgette Walker and discussed continued 🇺🇸🤝🇵🇭 cooperation through our economic and security partnerships.