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25 January 2010
Cooperation between Department of Science and Technology (DOST) and the European Organization for Nuclear Research (CERN) based in Geneva, Switzerland
The Philippine Embassy in Berne, Switzerland informed the Secretary of Foreign Affairs that an Expression of Interest was signed between the Department of Science and Technology (DOST) and the European Organization for Nuclear Research (CERN) on 8 January 2010 at Crown Plaza Hotel in Manila.
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1 November 2009
The Philippines Join the Choir of Nations in a Concert for Peace in Luzerne
Filipino community members from Samahang Filipino of Luzern joined the “Choir of Nations” in a Concert for Peace held at the Cultural and Conference Center (KKL) in Luzern. As a tribute to the Philippine participation, the song Pobreng Alindahaw was among the 25 songs selected by the organizers for the concert.
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29 October 2009
Philippine Embassy in Berne Collaborates with Swiss Red Cross Officials
The Swiss Red Cross (SRC) is a private organization that also carries out public tasks on a mandate from the Swiss Government or the cantonal authorities. It is a member of the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies, with its headquarters in Geneva and part of a worldwide network of 186 national societies. Its counterpart in the Philippines is the Philippine National Red Cross (PNRC) chaired by Senator Richard Gordon.
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15 October 2009
Catholic Bishops Conference of Switzerland Issues Appeal for Calamity Victims
The Catholic Bishops Conference of Switzerland (CBCS) issued a call for support, prayers and donations to the victims of natural disasters in several counties in Asia, including the Philippines.
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12 October 2009
Swiss People Take Direct Action to Assist Typhoon Victims
The Philippine Embassy in Berne, Switzerland reported to the Department of Foreign Affairs that the Swiss people residing in Switzerland directly donated the amount of Swiss Francs 5,054,451 during the ”Donation Day” of the Swiss Solidarity Foundation held on 9 October 2009 for the typhoon victims in the Philippines, earthquake victims in Indonesia and flood victims in India.
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06 October 2009
Outpouring of Support from Switzerland for Typhoon Victims
The Philippine Embassy in Berne reported to the Department of Foreign Affairs on the outpouring of support for the Philippines from almost all sectors of society in Switzerland for the victims of typhoon, “Ondoy” and “Pepeng.”
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05 October 2009
Swiss-Asian Chamber of Commerce Launches Task Force to Raise Funds for Relief Operations
The Philippine Embassy in Berne reported to the Department of Foreign Affairs that the Swiss business community is shocked over the devastating effects of the natural disasters which have hit Asia in the last few days, including tropical storm “Ketsana” which has hit the Philippines and other countries, the tsunami and the earthquakes in Indonesia.
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03 October 2009
Philippine Embassy Berne Conducts First GAD Seminar
The Philippine Embassy in Berne conducted a Seminar-Workshop on Pre-Peer Counseling on 3 October 2009 in connection with the Gender and Development Program of the Department of Foreign Affairs.
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28 September 2009
To The Filipino Community In Switzerland - A Communique From the Philippine Embassy in Berne
The unprecedented flooding in Metro Manila and its adjacent areas due to typhoon Ondoy (international code name: Ketsana) which passed the Philippines last week-end
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30 August 2009
Leyte Kalipayan Dance Company performs at the 35th International Folklore Festival in Fribourg
The Philippine Leyte Kalipayan Dance Company (LKDC) was among the eight participating countries at the International Folklore Festival held in Fribourg, Switzerland from 25 to 30 August 2009, to celebrate the 35th Anniversary of the event
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29 August 2009
Berne PE Conducts Consular Outreach Services in Appenzel
A consular team from the Philippine Embassy in Berne travelled to Herisau in the Canton of Appenzel, Switzerland last Saturday, 29 August 2009 to render services to the members of the Filipino community residing in the area.
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26 August 2009
Ambassador Lazaro Invited as Guest Lecturer at the University of Fribourg
Ambassador Maria Theresa P. Lazaro was invited to speak before 50 students who were invited from all over the world to attend the Summer University of the Institute of Federalism
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24 August 2009
Berne PE Meets with Geneva Mayor Concerning Rizal Marker
Philippine Ambassador to Switzerland Maria Theresa P. Lazaro met with Geneva Mayor Mr. Rémy Pagani in a meeting held at the Palais Eynard in Geneva
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10 August 2009
Berne Pe Joins the Filipino People in Mourning for the Late President Corazon C. Aquino
The Philippine Embassy in Berne officially opened a book of condolence for the diplomatic corps and the Filipino community in August 4 for the late former President Corazon Aquino
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10 August 2009
Berne PE Meets with Locarno Mayor Carla Speziali
Philippine Ambassador to Switzerland Maria Theresa P. Lazaro met with Locarno Mayor Mme. Carla Speziali, as Locarno is the site of the 62nd Locarno International Film Festival to be held from 5-15 August 2009
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