First Philippines Minister to Israel Presents His Credentials
Roberto Regala, the first Philippines Minister to Israel, was received today by Mrs. Golda Meir, Israel’s Foreign Minister, to whom he presented his credentials. More ▸
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Israel Establishes Diplomatic Relations with the Philippines
The establishment of diplomatic relations between Israel and the Philippines was announced by the Foreign Ministry here last night. In formed circles viewed the move as a major development in Israel’s campaign to establish closer ties with Asian nations. M. Shimoni, Israel’s Minister to Burma, is expected to be appointed to represent Israel at Manila. More ▸
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Israel Trade Commissioner for Far East Named; Will Cover India, Japan, Philippines
The appointment of F.W. Pollak as Israel’s first trade commissioner for the Far East was welcomed by Jewish business men here who are anxious to initiate trade relations with the Jewish state. Although Palestinian oranges were sold here during the British Mandate period, no Israel citrus or other products have been sold in Hong Kong… More ▸
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Israel Names Manila Jewish Community Leader Immigration Officer for Philippines
Ernest Simca, president of the Jewish community of Manila, has been named Israel immigration officer for the Philippines, where 70 persons have already exprssed a desire to proceed to the Jewish state, it was announced today. More ▸
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Israel Delegation Returns Home After Completing Successful Mission in Philippines
An Israel delegation sent to the Philippines to foster the development of air and commercial relations between the two nations returned here last night after successfully accomplishing its mission. The delegation was headed by Dr. Gershon Meron, economic adviser of the Foreign Ministry, and included Yaacov Shimoni and Michael Comay of the Foreign Ministry. The… More ▸
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Pre-war Project for Settling 10,000 Refugees in Philippines Receiving New York
The project for settling 10,000 refugees in the Philippine Islands, arrangements for which had been completed just prior to the out-break of the war, is receiving fresh consideration, it was disclosed today in the annual report of the Refugee Economic Corporation, which negotiated the original agreement with the Philippine Government. The report, which was issued… More ▸
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Japanese Reported to Have Imposed Special “war Taxes” on Jews in Philippines
The Japanese occupation administration in the Philippine Islands has imposed a special “war tax” on all Jews, according to a report appearing in the “Deutsche Beobachter in Asian,” a copy of which was received here today. The German report states that “wealthy” Jews, who own real estate and big business concerns will be forced to… More ▸
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Japan’s New Policy of Anti-semitism Attacked by President of Philippines
President Manuel L. Quezon of the Philippine Commonwealth today called Japan’s new policy of anti-Semitism a tribute to the patriotism of Jews in the occupied islands. Praising Philippine Jews as “quiet, energetic and productive,” he expressed the hope that he would be able to work with them again after the war in accordance with the… More ▸
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Japan Warns Jews in the Philippines Against “espionage” for Allies
The Berlin radio today reported that the Japanese authorities in the Philippine Islands have issued a “warning” to the Jews there not to engage in any “espionage” activities for the Allied Nations. More ▸
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No Casualties Among 1,500 Jewish Refugees in Philippines Despite Japanese Bombings
A cable from the Refugee Committee in Manilla stated: “No casualties among transient, old time Jewish refugees.” Most of the refugees have been in the Philippines for several years. Some came there directly and others finally settled there after leaving Shanghai. A small group, now stranded in Manila, were on their way to the United… More ▸
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