Starting in October 2025, the Entry Exit System (EES) is a biometric border check for travelers to the 29-country Schengen Area that will ease travel for non-Europeans to European countries.

EU Ambassador Massimo Santoro reaffirmed the EU’s commitment to the rule of law, good governance, and supporting the Philippines in its transition to a sustainable economy during a courtesy call on Senator Pia Cayetano. They exchanged views on collaboration between European and Filipino partners from government, the private sector, and local communities. This will foster innovation, create green...

"Dialogue must go in both directions, pair to pair. This is what makes our relationship strong", EU Ambassador Massimo Santoro cited the importance of open dialogue for the EU and the Philippines to strengthen relations with each other during his meeting with Editor of Philippine Star Amy Pamintuan and her team. He also stressed how independent media is a pillar of democracy saying that the EU...