Swiss Embassy meets with members of the IWG TJDwP and AECID

19.02.2020 — Local news Philippines
A discussion on the Bangsamoro region was organized by the Embassy.

Switzerland participates in Philippine Red Cross (PRC) handover

18.02.2020 — Local news Philippines
The Swiss Embassy recently participated at a hand-over ceremony for beneficiaries of Ompong-hit families in Cagayan province.

Swiss Embassy witnesses fuel marking test

17.02.2020 — Local news Philippines
Ambassador Gaschen had the opportunity to witness the test of the fuel marking program at the anniversary of the Bureau of Customs (BOC).

Announcement - Embassy Closure on 13 February 2020

22.01.2020 — Local news Philippines
The Swiss Embassy in Manila will be closed on 13 February 2020, Thursday.

Government officials give official briefing on Taal Volcano Eruption

16.01.2020 — Local news Philippines
This was organized by the Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) together with the Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (PHIVOLCS) and the Office of Civil Defense (OCD).

Switzerland launches new Travel Admin App

27.09.2019 — Local news Philippines
Who hasn't run into some unexpected difficulty while travelling abroad? What do I do if I lose my passport? Is the country I'm travelling safe? Who should I contact if I have an accident? These are some of the questions people ask before or while travelling. The new «Travel Admin» application helps users to be well prepared for their next trip abroad. 

Application for the Swiss Government Excellence Scholarship is now open!

19.08.2019 — Press release Philippines
Looking for that sign to pursue a postgraduate opportunity at an outstanding institution? Maybe this is it!

Philippine-Swiss Business Council (PSBC) Board Meeting 26 June 2019 with Ambassador Reichlin

28.06.2019 — Local news Philippines
The board of the Philippine Swiss Business Council (PSBC) held on 26 June its periodic meeting, with the Ambassador hosting it this time at the Swiss residence. 

Important news: about the EFTA-PH Free Trade Agreement (FTA)

07.06.2019 — Position Philippines
One year ago, the FTA between the Philippines and EFTA-countries (Liechtenstein, Norway and Switzerland) entered into force and we are happy to report that it works on all sides. The EFTA-countries and the Philippines are truly open for business!

EFTA-PH FTA “Open for Business” - First FTA shipment arrives in PH

27.11.2018 — Press release Philippines
Swiss Ambassador Andrea Reichlin and Norwegian Ambassador Bjørn Jahnsen proudly announced the successful take-off of the Philippines - European Free Trade Association (EFTA) free trade agreement (FTA) during a business reception at the Swiss residence in Makati City.

Norway and Switzerland projects boost in economic relations after Senate concurrence on ETFA trade

08.03.2018 — Press release Philippines
Norwegian Ambassador Erik Førner and Swiss Ambassador Andrea Reichlin lauded the Philippine Senate for the successful concurrence of the ratificiation of the Free Trade Agreement (FTA) between the Philippines and the European Free Trade Association (EFTA), namely Norway, Iceland, Liechtenstein and Switzerland. 

The Embassy remains closed on Wednesday, January 17, 2018

08.01.2018 — Local news Philippines
Due to an internal training, the Embassy remains closed on Wednesday, January 17, 2018. Open again on Thursday, January 18, 2018. 

Application for the Swiss Government Excellence Scholarship is now open!

19.08.2019 — Press release Philippines
Looking for that sign to pursue a postgraduate opportunity at an outstanding institution? Maybe this is it!

EFTA-PH FTA “Open for Business” - First FTA shipment arrives in PH

27.11.2018 — Press release Philippines
Swiss Ambassador Andrea Reichlin and Norwegian Ambassador Bjørn Jahnsen proudly announced the successful take-off of the Philippines - European Free Trade Association (EFTA) free trade agreement (FTA) during a business reception at the Swiss residence in Makati City.

Norway and Switzerland projects boost in economic relations after Senate concurrence on ETFA trade

08.03.2018 — Press release Philippines
Norwegian Ambassador Erik Førner and Swiss Ambassador Andrea Reichlin lauded the Philippine Senate for the successful concurrence of the ratificiation of the Free Trade Agreement (FTA) between the Philippines and the European Free Trade Association (EFTA), namely Norway, Iceland, Liechtenstein and Switzerland. 

Human Rights Day 2017

12.12.2017 — Press release Philippines
In one year from today, on 10 December 2018, Switzerland and the international community will commemorate the 70th anniversary of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, which 70 years after its adoption, remains of unequivocal relevance. Human rights are a necessity for our societies, an invaluable ingredient to boost peace and stability and to foster sustainable development. Human rights are at the heart of the values represented by Switzerland and its political model, which is founded on the principles of democracy, non-discrimination, peaceful coexistence, gender equality, and mutual respect among people having different religious, linguistic, ethnic and cultural backgrounds.

Health Tech Challenge

12.12.2017 — Press release Philippines

HealthTech Challenge PH commemorates 60 years of PH-Switzerland

State Secretary Johannes Matyassy in Manila for ASEAN Foreign Minister's Meeting

10.08.2017 — Press release Philippines

In the framework of its Sectorial Dialogue Partnership with ASEAN, which celebrates 2017 its 50^th anniversary, Switzerland was invited to participate at the ASEAN Foreign Minister's Meeting taking place in Manila. State Secretary for Asia and Pacific Johannes Matyassy represented Switzerland at the events organized by the Philippines, this year’s chair of ASEAN.

Hand-over ceremony celebrated on Kinatarkan Island

05.06.2017 — Press release Philippines

On May 31, the official hand-over ceremony celebrated the reconstruction of 608 houses destroyed by typhoon Haiyan on Kinatarkan Island. The reconstruction was assisted by Caritas Switzerland and made possible by Swiss Solidarity. The hand-over ceremony was a celebration of the efforts of the affected communities as well as their partners in reconstruction.

Swiss Assistant State Secretary Johannes Matyassy paid a courtesy call to Philippine Acting Secretary of Foreign Affairs Enrique A. Manalo

06.04.2017 — Press release Philippines

As part of the celebrations for the 60th anniversary of the diplomatic relations between Switzerland and the Philippines, Swiss Assistanct State Secretary Johannes Matyassy paid a courtesy call to Philippine Acting Secretary of Foreign Affairs Enrique A. Manalo to discuss international and regional issues, the Philippine ASEAN Chairmanship and bilateral relations. 

Health Forum Press Release

20.03.2017 — Press release Philippines

Universal Health Coverage and Access to Quality Healthcare:

Aspirations in the Philippines and Switzerland

Press Release (PDF, Number of pages 2, 288.8 kB) 

Swiss Health Forum on “Universal Health Coverage and Access to Quality Healthcare: Aspirations in the Philippines and Switzerland”

15.03.2017 — Press release Philippines

On 20 March 2017, four speakers will be discussing innovative Swiss and Philippine health policies and programs on  universal health coverage with about  200 health sector stakeholders.

Switzerland Human Rights Strategy 2016 - 2019

13.12.2016 — Press release Philippines

The Swiss Human Rights strategy 2016 - 2019 highlighted in a video-clip on YouTube.

The Swiss Embassy in the Philippines celebrates the Swiss National Day!

02.08.2016 — Press release Philippines

August 1st is to the Swiss what June 12 Independence Day is to the Filipinos. It marks our National Day, commemorating the moment back in 1291 when the Swiss Confederation was founded. 725 years of existence gives us a good reason for wanting to celebrate with our Filipino partners and the international community.

Swiss Embassy meets with members of the IWG TJDwP and AECID

19.02.2020 — Local news Philippines
A discussion on the Bangsamoro region was organized by the Embassy.

Switzerland participates in Philippine Red Cross (PRC) handover

18.02.2020 — Local news Philippines
The Swiss Embassy recently participated at a hand-over ceremony for beneficiaries of Ompong-hit families in Cagayan province.

Swiss Embassy witnesses fuel marking test

17.02.2020 — Local news Philippines
Ambassador Gaschen had the opportunity to witness the test of the fuel marking program at the anniversary of the Bureau of Customs (BOC).

Announcement - Embassy Closure on 13 February 2020

22.01.2020 — Local news Philippines
The Swiss Embassy in Manila will be closed on 13 February 2020, Thursday.

Government officials give official briefing on Taal Volcano Eruption

16.01.2020 — Local news Philippines
This was organized by the Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) together with the Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (PHIVOLCS) and the Office of Civil Defense (OCD).

Switzerland launches new Travel Admin App

27.09.2019 — Local news Philippines
Who hasn't run into some unexpected difficulty while travelling abroad? What do I do if I lose my passport? Is the country I'm travelling safe? Who should I contact if I have an accident? These are some of the questions people ask before or while travelling. The new «Travel Admin» application helps users to be well prepared for their next trip abroad. 

Philippine-Swiss Business Council (PSBC) Board Meeting 26 June 2019 with Ambassador Reichlin

28.06.2019 — Local news Philippines
The board of the Philippine Swiss Business Council (PSBC) held on 26 June its periodic meeting, with the Ambassador hosting it this time at the Swiss residence. 

Important news: about the EFTA-PH Free Trade Agreement (FTA)

07.06.2019 — Position Philippines
One year ago, the FTA between the Philippines and EFTA-countries (Liechtenstein, Norway and Switzerland) entered into force and we are happy to report that it works on all sides. The EFTA-countries and the Philippines are truly open for business!

The Embassy remains closed on Wednesday, January 17, 2018

08.01.2018 — Local news Philippines
Due to an internal training, the Embassy remains closed on Wednesday, January 17, 2018. Open again on Thursday, January 18, 2018. 

"Dingding – Traces of Time”, exhibition by David Aeneas Giger

10.11.2017 — Article Philippines

David Aeneas Giger is an emerging artist from Switzerland. His approach to art could best be described in three words: Old is beautiful.

Joint opinion piece on the occasion of the World Day against the Death Penalty on 10 October 2017

10.10.2017 — Article Philippines

Today, on this World Day against the Death Penalty, we reaffirm our commitment to the universal abolition of the death penalty.

Philippine-Swiss Business Council (PSBC) GMM 2017 with Ambassador Reichlin

19.06.2017 — Local news Philippines

On 7 June 2017,  the Philippine-Swiss Business Council (PSBC), under the auspices of its parent chamber the Philippine Chamber of Commerce and Industry (PCCI),   held its General Membership Meeting graced by PCCI Chair Ambassador  Benedicto Yujuico and Philippine Department of  Trade and   Industry Undersecretary Nora Terrado.  Giving the final speech, Ambassador Andrea Reichlin mentioned the benefits of the impending EFTA-RP FTA while enjoining  the PSBC membership in “facilitating local procedures via its collective voice that may lend wings to the Philippine process.”  Below is a news article that came out pertinent to the event.