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All Flights Head for Manila!
Mabuhay! As
delegates start flying to the Philippines for the Asian Seed
Congress, APSA Link is dedicating this issue to guide them as
Philippine visitors!
Asian Seed Congress Venue
Address:
EDSA
Shangri La Hotel
1
Garden Way, Ortigas Center
Mandaluyong City 1650
Manila, Philippines
Tel.
No. +63-2-6338888
Fax
No. +63-2-631-1067
Email: esl@shangri-la.com
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Philippine Fast
Facts
TIME ZONE
There is only one time zone for the entire country, which is 120°
East Meridian Time and eight hours in advance of the Greenwich Mean
Time (GMT).
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Tagalog Speak
Tagalog speakers in the Philippines have many ways of greeting other
people. It is common also to hear them say "Hi" or "Hello" as a form
of greeting, especially among close friends. There are no Tagalog
translations for these English greetings because they are basically
borrowed terms, and any English-speaking person will be readily
understood by Filipinos in general We have prepared Tagalog greetings that are
important to learn if one wants to endear himself/herself to
Filipinos.
Learn
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Being careful makes
all the difference...
Just like when you travel to any country in the world, it is but
proper to be careful. Just like APSA's advise every Asian Seed
Congress, the following prepared to remind delegates:
- When taking a non accredited taxis or transportation, always jot
down the license plate and name of the vehicle/taxi company for
reference in case you have any complaints against the service or any
item left behind in the vehicle/taxi.
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Foreign Embassies in
the Philippines
The Philippines is a host of a number of
Foreign Embassies.
CLICK HERE to get the contact details of your country's embassy.
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APSA Link
to know-
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national seed laws and regulations; or release of updated
statistics on seed data of your country. You may also send
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we well publish your materials in out magazine.
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CONGRESS IMPORTANT REMINDER:
Delegates needing a visa to enter Philippine soil
must have completed the processing of the required documents for visa by
now. The end of October till the the first three days of November is
usually a holiday in the Philippines:
October 29- SK and Barangay Elections
October 30-31: Most offices are declaring a Halloween
Holiday
November 1- All Soul's Day
November 2- All Saint's Day
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ONLINE REGISTRATION CLOSES ON
OCT.20
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Flying Back Home from the Philippines
The Philippine Airport is very strict with hand
carried liquid even in small amounts. Delegates are advised to put even
liquid lipsticks, eye drops, lotion, perfumes, etc. in their checked-in
bags.
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Some things to
remember when bringing items to the Philippines
Animals, fish, and plants, Films, video tapes, and disks, Medicines,
Telecommunication equipment, Color reproduction machine, and Motor
vehicle parts are prohibited items of entry in the Philippines.
CLICK HERE for complete the complete list.
Philippine Business Etiquette
Your business etiquette when travelling to the Philippines should adapt
to the culture at hand. In this country, businessmen when introducing
themselves to a new customer, letters of introduction from either
friends or business associates proved helpful. They present and
receive business cards with both hands. Make a show of studying the
card, even asking questions, before putting it aside.
Learn More!
Philippine
Business Clothing
As a visitor, you should dress conservatively until you are certain of
the degree of formality expected.
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Philippine Business Conversations
“Small talk” is an important part of establishing business relationships
with Filipinos.
Once you become accepted, you’ll find that
Filipinos can be enthusiastic conversationalists. Expect to be asked
very personal questions regarding your amrital status, income, religion,
and other sensitive subjects. If you don’t wish to answer, side-step
these questions as graciously as possible.
Welcome Topics of Conversation
Filipino culture and customs
Family
Fiestas
Sports, especially basketball
When you do not know a person's last name, confer respect by using the
terms “Sir” or “Ma’am”
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