Department of Foreign Affairs
Government AdministrationMetro Manila, Philippines1001-5000 Employees
The Department of Foreign Affairs is a Philippine government agency in the government administration sector, based in Metro Manila. Its mission is to promote and protect Philippine interests in the global community, and it pursues a vision of a resilient foreign service for a strong Philippines. The department upholds core values of patriotism, integrity, professionalism, excellence, and service. Its work serves domestic citizens and Filipinos overseas who require consular services and guidance. In 2026 it expanded international collaboration, including a partnership with the New York Philippine Consulate General and coordinated initiatives with Philippine missions in Türkiye to raise legal awareness; one example involved an online seminar conducted by the Embassy in Ankara and the Consulate General in Istanbul. News in 2026 also noted temporary closures of Philippine diplomatic offices in Abu Dhabi and Dubai.