WASHINGTON, D.C. – The Philippine Embassy recently conducted separate consular visits to two (2) Filipino nationals detained at U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) facilities in Kentucky and Georgia.
The consular visits enabled Embassy representatives to ascertain the condition of the detained nationals, extend appropriate assistance, and reaffirm the Embassy’s commitment to protecting their rights and welfare in accordance with the law. These visits are coordinated closely with U.S. authorities to ensure that the needs and welfare of Filipinos in detention remain duly addressed.
The Embassy underscores its steadfast commitment to the protection of the rights and well-being of all Filipinos under its jurisdiction, while fully respecting the laws, regulations, and legal processes of the United States.
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