06 May 2025, Stockholm, Sweden - The Philippine Embassy in Stockholm, led by Ambassador Patrick A. Chuasoto, held a special community gathering, “Fika Kasama ang Embahada sa Linköping,” to connect with the vibrant Filipino community in Linköping and strengthen support services for Filipinos across Sweden.
Ambassador Chuasoto emphasized his commitment to working closely with Filipinos in Sweden. “Together, let us strengthen our bonds, celebrate our shared heritage, and support one another as we continue to uphold the values and traditions that make us proud to be Filipinos, wherever we may be in the world,” said Ambassador Chuasoto.
Recognizing the challenges of distance, Ambassador Chuasoto detailed the Embassy’s commitment to delivering essential Consular services to Filipinos across Sweden - including passport renewals, dual citizenship applications, civil document registration, and notarial services - through the conduct of Consular Outreach Missions.
“We understand that not everyone can travel to Stockholm for Consular services,” the Ambassador noted, explaining that Consular Outreach Missions have been designed to bring these services closer to Filipino communities throughout Sweden. The Embassy also collaborated with the Office of Migrant Workers in London to provide services specifically for Filipino overseas workers.
Additionally, the Embassy informed the community regarding the 2025 Midterm elections, where for the first time in history, overseas Filipinos can cast their votes online. This new system aims to make voting more accessible to Filipino citizens abroad where registered voters can use their smartphones or computers to vote from anywhere, while those needing assistance can access voting kiosks at the Embassy.
“Mga Kababayan, wherever we may be in the world, let us never forget that we are part of a greater Filipino community - a community bound by shared values and dreams for a better tomorrow,” Ambassador Chuasoto concluded.
The event was made possible through the collaboration with the Filipino Christian Community (FCC) in Linköping, particularly Ms. Ethel Gustafsson.
The “Fika Kasama ang Embahada” event marks the beginning of Ambassador Chuasoto’s engagement with the Filipino community in Sweden, with future plans for continued dialogue and partnership with other Filipino communities in various cities of Sweden. END
GOOD NEWS para sa mga kababayan nating overseas voters!
Ang enrolment period ay extended hanggang MAY 10, 2025, 11:59 PM (Philippine Standard Time).
I-scan lamang ang QR Code o magpunta sa link na makikita sa litrato upang makapag-enroll at makilahok sa kauna-unahang internet voting sa bansa.
