Philippine Consular Services in Houston, TX

@ phlinhouston . Jul 6

Consul General Gunther Sales joined Stephen F. Austin (SFA) State University and the Philippines-USA Partnership on Ruminant Livestock Genetic Improvement Program (PUP-RLGIP) for the Completion Celebration of the inaugural Training of Trainers cohort in Nacogdoches, Texas.

Ten Philippine Department of Agriculture (DA) officials and two private sector representatives spent several weeks training in genetic improvement, artificial insemination, embryo transfer, and modern breeding science — skills they now carry home to strengthen the Philippine cattle industry from Luzon to Mindanao.

Initiated under the Philippine DA Offices of the Undersecretary for Livestock and the Assistant Secretary for Ruminant Livestock, in partnership with the PUP-RLGIP under its Chair, Archie Tamayo, and SFA, this program stands as a model of engagement — advancing food security and rural livelihoods, as well as meaningfully growing the ties and friendship between the Philippines and Texas.

(02 July 2026)

@ phlinhouston . Jul 5

In a new piece, Derek Grossman — Founder & Chief Analyst of Indo-Pacific Solutions, Senior Defense Analyst at RAND Corporation, Adjunct Professor at USC, and a leading voice on Indo-Pacific security and frequent contributor to journals like Foreign Policy and The Diplomat — breaks down 4 pillars behind the Philippine-U.S. alliance’s enduring significance: historical resilience, a maturing partnership, the Philippines as an indispensable Indo-Pacific anchor, and ASEAN centrality as Manila chairs the bloc in 2026.

80 years of Philippine-U.S. diplomatic ties and 75 years of a treaty alliance. From the 1951 Mutual Defense Treaty to the emerging Luzon Economic Corridor — the bond keeps evolving. Not a relic of the past, but a partnership and friendship built to adapt. 🇵🇭🇺🇸

(04 July 2026)

@ phlinhouston . Jul 2

Congratulations to Consul Tanya Gaurano on her oath-taking as Foreign Service Officer, Class II. This promotion marks a distinguished milestone in her career as a Filipino diplomat, reaffirming her continued commitment to representing Philippine interests and the Filipino people at home and abroad. Mabuhay, Consul Gaurano!

@ phlinhouston . Jun 29

The Philippine Consulate General, represented by Vice Consul Tanya Gaurano, joined officers and members of the Knights of Rizal Texas Area Foundation (KORTAF) for its Annual Tribute to Dr. José Rizal, held at the Philippine Community Center in Houston.

In her remarks, VIce Consul Gaurano drew on the life and legacy of Dr. Rizal, linking his enduring symbolism to the spirit of excellence celebrated through this year’s Dr. José Rizal Excellence Awards in Medicine and Nursing, Arts, Entrepreneurship, Engineering, Education, and Community Service.

The evening marked a milestone for KORTAF: the induction of new officers and members of Kababaihang Rizalista, Inc. (KRI), and the unveiling of the statue of Dr. Rizal, soon to be installed at the Rizal Park in Thompson, Texas — a lasting anchor of Filipino identity and pride for generations to come.

(27 June 2026)