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(Rico Borja-OPS/NIB Photo) German Ambassador Christian-Ludwig Weber-Lortsch presents his credentials to Philippine President Gloria Macapagal Arroyo

Welcome to the homepage of the German Embassy Manila. Our aim is to provide you with information about Germany and the work of the German Embassy Manila as well as to give you an overview of German-Philippine relations. We have included many links to other webpages that might be of interest to you. We would like to encourage you to also visit the German version of our homepage.

Digital industry looks to CeBIT for business boost

The computer industry is hoping that this year’s CeBIT trade show in Hannover will give the sector a real shot in the arm. From March 2 to 6 technology companies from all over the world will be showcasing their products and services. The motto of the CeBIT 2010 fair is “Connected Worlds”, a theme which reflects how the world is globally connected via the internet. This year’s partner country is Spain.

Youth and Social Networks

The Internet has long become an integral part of the daily lives of most children and young people in Germany.  Researching online for homework, looking up unfamiliar concepts on Wikipedia, and chatting with friends are the norm. Young people in Germany also use social networks extensively.

Elegant design by the German “Cashmere Queen” Iris von Arnim

Stylish Appearance – Fashion in Germany

German designers are successful abroad, German labels are popular because of their high quality and the Berlin look attracts trend scouts: fashion is one of the leading sectors in Germany’s creative economy. German designers Karl Lagerfeld, Tomas Mair and Wolfgang Joop are part of the international fashion elite and have a major influence on the fashion scene.

German Wines - Leading the Field Again Worldwide

Germany’s winegrowing regions are among the most northerly in the world. That is what makes German wines so distinctive: the grapes enjoy long periods of growth in moderate summer heat, which gives the wines their renowned lightness and fruity aroma. Except for two regions in eastern Germany, all the country’s winegrowing areas are in the south and south-west, where they are subject to the mild Gulf Stream climate from the west and the dry continental climate from the east.

European Capital of Culture: the Ruhr celebrates

Smoking chimneys and mines, coal and steel: for many decades these were the symbols of the Ruhr, Germany’s largest industrial belt. With 53 cities and around 5.3 million inhabitants, the third largest conurbation in Europe will be showing its new face as European Capital of Culture in 2010.

Germany-South Africa: Let's stay Friends - From 2006 to 2010 and beyond

A new special website is dedicated to showcase the support Germany gives to football projects in South Africa. Germany and South Africa have enjoyed a close partnership for many years. With this in mind, it is no surprise that Germany and South Africa, as consecutive hosts of FIFA Football World Cups, also work closely together in this area.

The site, in English and German, also offers useful information to all visitors and international football fans about the event and its host country. The FIFA Football World Cup 2010  will show the world a new, more dynamic face of Africa.

The Year of Science 2010 focuses on energy questions

The future of energy: this is the motto of the Year of Science 2010, which begins on 22 January and is organized by the Federal Ministry of Education and Research together with the Science Initiative. The aim of the years of science, which were launched in 2000, is to stimulate greater public interest in questions surrounding science and arouse especially the young generation’s curiosity for scientific topics by collaborating with universities and research institutions.

NABU devotes 111th anniversary of its founding to biodiversity

The United Nations has designated 2010 as the International Year of Biodiversity. Reason enough for the German Nature and Biodiversity Conservation Union (NABU) as official UN partner to devote this year – the 111th anniversary of its founding – to the dramatic decline in biodiversity. Globally, 16,000 species are regarded as threatened with extinction, that’s around a quarter of all mammals, a third of all amphibians and twelve per cent of birds.

Honorarkonsul Seidenschwarz

Honorary German Consul in Cebu

On April 29, 2009 a new German Honorary Consul for Cebu has been formally inaugurated into his new office  by  German Ambassador to the Philippines Christian-Ludwig Weber-Lortsch. The office of the Honorary Consul may be contacted as follows:

Address:   
                  Ford’s Inn Hotel
                 
A.S. Fortuna St. cor. Banilad Road
                  6000
Cebu City

Telephone: 
                  Telefax: +63-32 - 236 13 18
                  Mobile (Globe): +63-927 536 20 44
                  E-mail:      yahoo%27%com,Honorarkonsul%27%Cebu

Head: Dr. Franz Seidenschwarz, Honorary Consul
Consular District: Cebu Province
Office Hours: Mondays to Fridays 9 a.m. - 12 noon

The Honorary Consul is not in charge of passport and visa matters.

Alumniportal Deutschland

Are you a Germany-Alumna or a Germany-Alumnus? If you studied, participated in advanced education or training or worked in Germany, the Alumniportal Deutschland offers you a wide range of possibilities. Get in touch with colleagues, business partners and friends. Increase your opportunities, find interesting events near you!

The Goethe-Institut Manila

Since 1961 there is a Goethe-Institut (German Cultural Center) in Manila. After over 20 years in  Aurora Blvd in Quezon City,  the Goethe-Institut moved to its new home in Makati in mid-April 2006.  In November 2009, its new library premises at the ground floor was inaugurated.

Goethe-Institut Manila
4-5/F Adamson Center
121 Leviste St. Salcedo Village
1127 Makati City
Metro Manila, Philippines

German European School Manila

The German European School Manila is a German and English speaking international school that offers programmes from Early Years to IB Diploma (Grade 12). It also offers a bilingual toddler programme for children starting age two.

PSI Logo Quelle: Auswärtiges Amt

"Schools: Partners for the Future" initiative

Education creates prospects – multilingualism opens new horizons. At our partner schools abroad we not only desire to provide students with access to our language and education system, we also want to generate interest in and understanding for one another. More details on the "Schools: Partners for the Future" initiative are available here:

Visa requirements

In general Philippine citizens require a visa for stays in Germany. Here you can find all the information you need on applying for a visa, along with an application form as a pdf file to download.

The Ambassador

Ambassador Christian-Ludwig Weber-Lortsch

Mabuhay – Welcome to the website of the Germany Embassy Manila! I am delighted about your interest in our work and our range of services. The Philippines traditionally is an important partner for Germ...

German Ambassador's Golf Cup

Ambassador Christian-Ludwig Weber-Lortsch leading the ceremonial tee-off amidst cheers from the VIPs who joined the tournament

On October 7, 2009, the German-Philippine Chamber of Commerce and Industry (GPCCI) successfully hosted the 7th German Ambassador's Cup at the award-winning Sta. Elena Golf Course located in Sta. Rosa,...

Mabuhay Germany 2009

(L-R): Mr. Roland Odenthal, Managing Director, Robert Bosch Inc.; Mr. Klaus Schröder, GPCCI President / President and CEO, Hapag Lloyd Phils.; Ms. Sandra Seifert, Miss Philippines Earth 2009; Hon. Heherson Alvarez, Presidential Adviser on Global Warming and Climate Change; H.E. Christian-Ludwig Weber-Lortsch, German Ambassador to the Philippines; and Atty. George Elias, Vice Mayor of Taguig City

"Let's Go Green!" -- that was the theme and the message heralded at this year's Mabuhay Germany event held from October 9-11 at the upscale Bonifacio High Street in Fort Bonifacio, Taguig City. Respon...

Calendar 2010

Download the 2010 interactive calendar with the theme "20 Years German Unity"!

Facts About Germany

General Information about Germany.

German Bundesliga

Deutsche Flaggen Begeisterung

All the top news from the German Bundesliga at a glance: fixtures, results, clubs, players and much more.

 

German-Philippine Development Cooperation

Germany decided as early as 1961 to make the Philippines one of its major development partners. Nowadays, Germany is the third largest bilateral donor of the Philippines (after Japan and the USA). We would like to present our focal areas of development cooperation and the main partner organizations.

Honorary German Consul in Koror/Republic of Palau

(L-R) German Honorary Consul Thomas Schubert, Palau's Minister of State Sandra Pierantozzi, German Ambassador Christian-Ludwig Weber-Lortsch, Palau's Ambassador to Germany Carlos Salii

Since June 2007, an honorary German Consul has been offering its services to German citizens and promoting business, cultural and scientific activities in Palau.

The office of the Honorary Consul may be contacted as follows:

Address: Madalaii St. (Palau Shop)
             P.O. Box 1866
             Koror, PW 96940
             Republic of Palau

Telepone:(00680) 488 1816
Telefax: (00680) 448 5271
E-mail:
gmail%27%com,honorarkonsul%27%palau

Head: Thomas Walter Schubert, Honorary Consul
Consular district: Republik
Palau

The Honorary Consul is not in charge of passport and visa matters.

Philippine-German Alumni Associations

Former InWEnt, CDG, DSE scholars

Network, socialize, exchange ideas!  After your return from your studies in Germany, stay in touch with the German Embassy and the alumni associations.

Deutsche Welle - TV, Radio, dw-world.de

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Latest news from Germany

Information about German foreign and European policy and major domestic issues.

German institutions in the Philippines