12 May 2025, Stockholm - The Philippine Embassy in Stockholm announces the successful convening of the Special Board of Canvassers (SBOC) today, 12 May 2025, at the Embassy Chancery in Lidingö, Stockholm County. This event marks a significant milestone in the overseas voting process for the 2025 Philippine Midterm Elections.
The SBOC, constituted in accordance with guidelines from the Commission on Elections (COMELEC), is tasked with the secure reception, custody, and canvassing of votes cast by registered overseas Filipino voters residing in Sweden. The Embassy serves a vibrant Filipino community of approximately 20,000 individuals, underscoring the importance of their participation in shaping the nation’s future.
This year’s elections are notable as registered overseas voters in Sweden were able to cast their votes online, reflecting the Philippine government’s commitment to modernizing the electoral process and ensuring greater accessibility for Filipinos abroad. The Embassy has actively campaigned to inform and assist voters throughout the process, including hosting webinars and outreach activities to maximize voter turnout and engagement.
The convening of the SBOC at the Embassy ensures the integrity, transparency, and orderly conduct of the canvassing process. The Embassy extends its gratitude to all overseas Filipino voters for their active participation and to the dedicated members of the SBOC for upholding the highest standards of electoral service. END
H.E. Ambassador Patrick A. Chuasoto met with H.E. Arunrung Phothong Humphreys, Ambassador of Thailand to Sweden, on 08 May 2025 (Thursday), in Stockholm, Sweden.
During the meeting, Ambassador Phothong Humphreys welcomed Ambassador Chuasoto as the newest member of the ASEAN Committee in Stockholm (ACS). Ambassador Phothong Humphreys shared her insights with respect to Sweden, her goals for Thailand-Sweden relations, and views on the activities carried out by the ACS and the diplomatic corps in Stockholm.
Both sides exchanged views on ASEAN-related meetings and developments in the global economy. END
H.E. Ambassador Patrick A. Chuasoto attended the 38th meeting of the ASEAN Committee in Stockholm (ACS), on 09 May 2025 (Friday), in Stockholm, Sweden.
During the meeting, the ACS took stock of the activities implemented in the past months, including the meetings with the Directorate for Trade Policy at the Ministry for Foreign Affairs, the Ministry of Defence, Business Sweden, and Stockholm School of Economics. The ACS also discussed pending activities under the Chairmanship of Viet Nam.
The ACS Ambassadors welcomed Ambassador Chuasoto to his first ACS meeting. For his part, Ambassador Chuasoto thanked the other ACS Ambassadors for warmly receiving him and looked forward to working together, exchanging views, and carrying out activities for the benefit of ASEAN and for each country’s bilateral relations with Sweden. END
H.E. Ambassador Patrick A. Chuasoto visited Kanto Bistro, currently the only Filipino restaurant in Stockholm, on 08 May 2025 (Thursday).
Ambassador Chuasoto met with Ms. Elle Phillips, owner and Chief Executive Officer of Kanto Bistro. He sampled various dishes, including shrimp kinilaw, chicken inasal, and pork barbecue. He also tried Kanto's renowned desserts, such as the mango sago and leche flan.
Kanto Bistro, founded in 2023, is the first dining and only Filipino restaurant in Stockholm. The restaurant brings Filipino flavors to Stockholm and is gaining popularity with locals. It is a place where authenticity meets innovation, where Filipino hospitality shines and where every dish carries the heart of Filipino cuisine. END
