CHICAGO PCG PARTICIPATES IN THE MARITIME AND ARCHIPELAGIC NATION AWARENESS MONTH (MANAMO) 2026

PRESS RELEASE NO. 47-2026

CHICAGO, 01 September 2026 – The Philippine Consulate General in Chicago, led by Consul General Melanie Rita B. Diano, joins the Filipino nation in marking the start of the Maritime and Archipelagic Nation Awareness Month (MANAMo) 2026 through a flag-raising ceremony. This observance underscores the need to strengthen maritime security, improve domain awareness, and protect the Philippine marine heritage.

CHICAGO PCG CELEBRATES FILIPINO MUSIC AND CULTURE AT MUSIKA SAMASAMA FESTIVAL 2026

PHOTO RELEASE NO. 63-2026

Consul General Melanie Rita B. Diano, accompanied by Consul Ella Karina Mitra-Yeager, Cultural Officer Mary Joy Duran-Mortel, and Protocol Officer Martyn Asker Orcine, attended and supported the Musika SamaSama Filipino Festival 2026, held at Eugene Field Park on 29 August 2026.

CONSUL GENERAL PROMOTES THE 2027 VIP TOUR IN DES MOINES, IOWA

PRESS RELEASE NO. 46-2026

CHICAGO 27 August 2026- Consul General Melanie Rita B. Diano promoted the 2027 Very Important Pinoy (VIP) Tour during separate engagements with the Filipino-American Association of Iowa (FAAI) and the Filipino-American Society (FAS) in Des Moines on 25 August 2026.

CONSUL GENERAL PROMOTES STRONGER TIES IN CALL ON IOWA SECRETARY OF STATE PATE

PRESS RELEASE NO. 45-2026

CHICAGO 26 August 2026- Consul General Melanie Rita B. Diano called on Iowa Secretary of State Paul D. Pate at the Iowa State Capitol in Des Moines on 25 August 2026.

CONSULATE GENERAL JOINS 30TH ANNIVERSARY OF SANTO NIÑO DE AGOSTO

PHOTO RELEASE NO. 62-2026

The Philippine Consulate General in Chicago, represented by Consul Melvin Almonguera, attended the celebration of the 30th Anniversary of the Santo Niño de Agosto on 22 August 2026 at St. John Brebeuf Church in Niles, Illinois. He was joined by Finance Officer Jekelyn Esguerra and Consular Assistant Dennis Marnilego.

CHICAGO PCG LAUNCHES 2027 VERY IMPORTANT PINOY TOUR – WINTER ESCAPADE EDITION

PRESS RELEASE NO. 41-2026

CHICAGO, 14 August 2026 – The Philippine Consulate General in Chicago launched the 2027 Very Important Pinoy (VIP) Tour - Winter Escapade Edition on 13 August 2026 at the Community Room of Seafood City Chicago, bringing together about 70 members of the Filipino-American community and partners for a preview of next year’s tour of the Philippines.

PHILIPPINE CONSULATE GENERAL IN CHICAGO JOINS 2026 VERY IMPORTANT PINOY (VIP) TOUR; LAUNCHES 2027 TOUR

PRESS RELEASE NO. 38-2026

MANILA, Philippines, 20 July 2026 – Philippine Consul General Melanie Rita B. Diano led the U.S. Midwest delegation to the 2026 Very Important Pinoy (VIP) Tour, which brought together 274 participants from across the US, including Hawaii and Guam, for a 10-day journey showcasing the Philippines' rich history, culture, and natural beauty.

CHICAGO PCG REGISTERS ELIGIBLE FILIPINO VOTERS FOR THE 2028 PHILIPPINE OVERSEAS ELECTIONS

PRESS RELEASE NO. 01-2026

2 January 2025 - The Philippine Consulate General in Chicago continues its drive to assist eligible Filipino voters in preparation for the 2028 Philippine Overseas Elections.