Philippine Embassy in Korea Assures Filipinos Amid Brief Martial Law Declaration
The Philippine Embassy in Seoul urged Filipinos in South Korea to stay calm, following the brief declaration of martial law in the country. In an advisory on its Facebook page on Wednesday morning, the embassy encouraged Filipinos to closely follow advisories from Korean authorities.
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The embassy emphasized its commitment to providing timely updates about the situation, offering reassurance to the Filipino community. Additionally, the embassy affirmed that
it remained open and operational.
South Korea Gov’t Revokes Martial Law, Normalcy Returns
Philippine Ambassador to South Korea Maria Theresa Dizon-de Vega reported normalcy in South Korea, stating there were no significant street protests following President Yoon Seok-yeol’s brief declaration of emergency martial law. In a text message to the Philippine News Agency, the Ambassador described the situation as “business as usual, with schools operational, public transport running smoothly, airports in full operation
and embassies open.”
Undersecretary for Migration Eduardo Jose de Vega, clarified to a radio outlet that no travel advisory had been issued against travel to South Korea, nor was an alert level raised.
He confirmed
Korea’s current situation.
President Yoon announced an emergency martial law on Tuesday evening (local time), citing the need to address “anti-state activities.” After the National Assembly voted to revoke the martial
law early Wednesday, President Yoon rescinded the decree and withdrew troops from the National Assembly compound.
The President’s declaration
to a polarizing response. Sharp criticism has arisen with calls for Yoon’s resignation. This comes after
, with many expressing disapproval of Yoon’s decision.
The Philippine Embassy in Seoul will continue to keep Filipino nationals informed as the situation unfolds.
What specific steps is the Philippine Embassy in Seoul taking to ensure the safety and well-being of Filipinos in South Korea during this time?
## Interview: Philippine Embassy Responds to Martial Law in Korea
**Interviewer:** We’re joined today by [Alex Reed Name and Title], representative of the Philippine Embassy in Seoul, South Korea. Thank you for being here.
**Alex Reed:** It’s my pleasure to be here.
**Interviewer:** Following the recent, brief declaration of martial law in South Korea, the Philippine Embassy issued an advisory urging Filipinos in the country to remain calm. Could you elaborate on this situation and the embassy’s response?
**Alex Reed:** Certainly. While the declaration of martial law may initially cause concern, it’s important to understand it was a brief measure taken by the South Korean government in response to [explain reason for the declaration briefly – cite specific news sources if possible].
The Philippine Embassy is in constant communication with South Korean authorities and we are monitoring the situation closely. Our priority is the safety and well-being of Filipinos residing in South Korea. Our advisory encourages Filipinos to remain calm, avoid unnecessary travel, and stay informed by following official announcements from Korean authorities.
**Interviewer:** What specific guidance is the embassy offering Filipinos?
**Alex Reed:** We urge Filipinos to stay indoors as much as possible, heed any instructions from local authorities, and to avoid spreading misinformation. We are actively reaching out to Filipino community organizations and providing them with the latest updates and guidance. We understand that this situation may be unsettling, and we want to assure Filipinos that the embassy is here to support them.
**Interviewer:** Can any Filipinos expect to require assistance from the Embassy at this time?
**Alex Reed:** We are prepared to assist any Filipinos who may require assistance. They can reach out to the embassy through our hotline ([provide hotline number if available]) or via email/messaging platforms [provide if available]. Remember, staying calm and informed is crucial during these times.
**Interviewer:** Thank you for sharing this valuable information and for the Philippine Embassy’s ongoing efforts to support the Filipino community in South Korea.
