Commission on Filipinos Overseas

THE Commission on Filipinos Overseas (CFO) and the Film Development Council of the Philippines (FDCP) have formalized a partnership aimed at strengthening the cultural identity of Filipinos living abroad through the power of cinema and storytelling.

​The agreement, signed on Tuesday at the Philippine Film Heritage Building in Intramuros, Manila, seeks to deepen the connection of overseas Filipinos and their descendants to Philippine history, culture, and national identity by utilizing film as a strategic medium for diaspora engagement.

​CFO Secretary Dante Ang II and FDCP Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Jose Javier Reyes led the signing of the memorandum of understanding, witnessed by CFO Undersecretary Ma. Arlene Borja and FDCP Executive Director Rachelle Villaluna.

​Under the partnership, both agencies will collaborate on film screenings, educational programs, and cultural initiatives centered on migration narratives, Filipino heritage, and the overseas Filipino experience.

Film harnessed to boost Filipino identity ​THE Commission on Filipinos Overseas (CFO) and the Film Development Council of the Philippines (FDCP) have formalized a partnership aimed at strengthening the cultural identity of Filipinos living abroad through the power of cinema and storytelling.

TAGAYTAY, Cavite – Overseas Filipino families whose children are enrolled in unaccredited Philippine schools abroad could eventually face problems when they decide to continue their studies back home, Commission on Filipinos Overseas (CFO) Chairperson Secretary Dante “Klink” Ang III said on Friday.

During a media training at the Development Academy of the Philippines in Tagaytay on Friday, Ang warned that students who studied at unaccredited Philippine schools overseas (PSOs) may have their credentials rejected when they decide to enroll in schools in the Philippines.

Secretary Ang said the growing concern involves overseas schools that market themselves as offering Philippine education despite lacking recognition from the Department of Education (DepEd).

CFO: Unaccredited PH schools abroad risk delaying OFW kids’ studies TAGAYTAY, Cavite – Overseas Filipino families whose children are enrolled in unaccredited Philippine schools abroad could eventually face problems when they decide to continue their studies back home, Commission on Filipinos Overseas (CFO) chairperson Secretary Dante “Klink” Ang III said on…

The Commission on Filipino Overseas (CFO) on Friday warned Filipinos that using exchange programs to permanently migrate abroad may expose them to abuses.

CFO Chairperson Secretary Dante "Klink" Ang II made the statement after the United States made adjustment with their permanent residence policies.

“The problem is if their intent is to stay abroad permanently or long-term, and then they use another pathway, such as an exchange program, then they become vulnerable to all sorts of abuses, and this is what we want to prevent,” Ang told reporters.

“The best advice that we can give is for Filipinos there to follow the rules of the host country,” Secretary Ang said.

The US Exchange Visitor (J) non-immigrant visa (J-1 Visa) is a non-immigrant visa for individuals participating in approved work- and study-based cultural exchange programs.

CFO warns against using exchange programs to permanently migrate abroad The Commission on Filipino Overseas (CFO) on Friday warned Filipinos that using exchange programs to permanently migrate abroad may expose them to abuses.

The newest edition of the CFO Migration News Digest (May 29, 2026) is now available, bringing you the most critical updates, policy changes, and inspiring stories from the global Filipino community.

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‎Sa unang bahagi ng ating programa ay ating bibigyang-pokus ang kasunduan sa pagitan ng Commission on Filipinos Overseas (CFO) at ng Film Development Council of the Philippines (FDCP) kasama ang ating CFO Community Correspondent na si Frencel Tingga.
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‎Para naman sa segmentong 𝐏I𝐍O𝐘 𝐀K𝐎 ay ating makakapanayam si G. Larry L. Asera, ang 2006 Presidential Awards for Filipino Individuals and Organizations Overseas (PAFIOO) Pamana ng Pilipino Awardee. Kilalanin natin si G. Asera bilang isang engineer, businessman, at politician, na siya ring kauna-unahang Filipino-American na nahalalal bilang opisyal sa US mainland.
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‎Tutok na sa - ang programang nabuo sa kolaborasyon ng Radyo Pilipinas World Service at ng CFO - tuwing Sabado, ganap na alas-8 ng umaga sa pamamagitan ng social media platforms ng ating himpilan at maging sa e-Vox PBS Receiver app.
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Filipino American trailblazer Jessica Cox, the world’s first armless airplane pilot, has been inducted into the Arizona Aviation Hall of Fame.

Filipino American trailblazer Jessica Cox, the world’s first armless airplane pilot, has been inducted into the Arizona Aviation Hall of Fame.

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Congratulations to John Ian Lamasan, MAN, BSN, RN, CNN, CDN, recipient of the 2026 PNA New England Nurse Excellence Award in Clinical Practice!

Ian’s dedication to excellence, compassionate care, and commitment to advancing nursing practice continue to inspire our Filipino nursing community. This well-deserved recognition reflects your passion for patient care and the positive impact you make every day.

We proudly celebrate YOU, Ian! 🎉

🌟 PNAA Member Spotlight 🌟

Congratulations to John Ian Lamasan, MAN, BSN, RN, CNN, CDN, recipient of the 2026 PNA New England Nurse Excellence Award in Clinical Practice!

Ian’s dedication to excellence, compassionate care, and commitment to advancing nursing practice continue to inspire our Filipino nursing community. This well-deserved recognition reflects your passion for patient care and the positive impact you make every day.

PNAA proudly celebrates YOU, Ian! 🎉

Young people are often told they are the “future,” but for our next Youth Panelist, Jay-vee Marasigan Pangan, youth participation is about creating spaces where young people can already lead, organize, and shape communities today.

Jay-vee is a multimedia journalist, communications strategist, and cooperative leader currently serving as Chairperson of Youth Connect Cooperative, a premiere network of youth cooperators supporting creatives, gig workers, and young professionals across the Philippines.

Based in Denmark, he is also an officer of the European Network of Filipino Diaspora (ENFiD) Czech Republic and works as a Europe Correspondent/Stringer for GMA News.

He holds an Erasmus Mundus Joint Master’s Degree in Journalism, Media, and Globalisation, awarded jointly by Charles University in Prague and Aarhus University in Denmark, with studies also at the Danish School of Media and Journalism.

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Tokyo, Japan, May 28, 2026 - President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. delivers an address before the National Diet of Japan on May 28, 2026.

According to Ambassador Mylene Garcia-Albano of the Philippine Embassy in Tokyo, addressing the Diet is a privilege reserved for a select few. The President’s opportunity to speak before the Diet reflects the Japanese government’s recognition of the gains achieved under President Marcos Jr.’s leadership in recent years. It also acknowledges the Chief Executive’s contributions to further strengthening and improving Philippines-Japan relations.

Address before the National Diet of Japan 5/28/2026 Tokyo, JapanMay 28, 2026President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. delivers an address before the National Diet of Japan on May 28, 2026.According to Ambassador Mylen...