CHICAGO, 24 November 2025 – In line with its commitment to strengthen and modernize consular service delivery, the Philippine Consulate General in Chicago signed a subscription agreement on the implementation of an electronic payment system with Cliqbux LLC on 24 November 2025 at the Kalayaan Hall of the Consulate. The digital payment platform will enable the Consulate to offer secure, convenient, and streamlined electronic payment options to the public.

24 November 2025, Chicago - The Philippine Consulate General in Chicago conducted its 2025 Year-End Planning Workshop on Saturday, 22 November 2025, at the Kalayaan Hall of the Consulate. All personnel participated in the activity, which reviewed Post’s accomplishments for the year and set priorities for 2026.

21 November 2025, Chicago - The Philippine Consulate General in Chicago successfully held its Kapihan sa Konsulado on 20 November 2025 at the Kalayaan Hall, marking its second Kapihan event for the year and serving as the official Midwest launch of the 2026 Very Important Pinoy (VIP) Tour.

Chicago, Illinois - The Philippine Consulate General in Chicago, represented by Consul Ma. Theresa M. Alders and Mr. Richard Osea of the Political Affairs Section, visited the John G. Shedd Aquarium on 19 November 2025.

CHICAGO, 17 November 2025 - Consul General Melanie Rita B. Diano met with Minnesota Secretary of State Steve Simon on 14 November 2025 at the Office of the Secretary of State in St. Paul. The meeting served as an opportunity for both sides to reaffirm the strong people-to-people connections between the Philippines and Minnesota and to identify areas for enhanced cooperation.

Chicago, 17 November 2025 - Consul General Melanie Rita B. Diano received a courtesy call from Global 1nspiration, Inc., a Wisconsin-based non-profit organization led by President Jeanette Jordee, at the Philippine Consulate General in Chicago on 12 November 2025.

The Philippine Consulate General is proud to support and be represented at the debut of Filipinx artist Maia Cruz Palileo’s solo exhibition held on 14 November 2025 at the Monique Meloche Gallery in Chicago, Illinois. The event was attended by Consul Ma. Theresa Alders and Cultural Officer Mary Joy Duran-Mortel, reaffirming the Consulate’s commitment to promoting Filipino artistry.

CHICAGO 17 November 2025 – The Philippine Consulate General in Chicago successfully carried out a consular outreach mission in Maplewood, Minnesota, bringing vital consular services closer to Filipino and Filipino-American residents across the state.

Consul General Melanie Rita Diano and Trade Commissioner Alma Argayoso of the Philippine Trade and Investment Center, New York (PTIC-NY) met with select members of the Filipino-American business community in Chicago last 12 November. Organized by Mr. Jan Paul Ferrer, Senior Vice President of Morgan Stanley and Board Member of the Philippine American Chamber of Commerce of Greater Chicago (PACCGC), the gathering, held at the University Club of Chicago, convened some fifteen (15) Filipino business leaders to promote stronger collaboration and engagement within the community.

Consul General Melanie Rita Diano received Trade Commissioner Alma Argayoso of the Philippine Trade and Investment Center, New York (PTIC-NY) at the Consulate General on 12 November 2025. The visit marked Ms. Argayoso’s first official trip to Chicago since assuming her post last July at the PTIC-NY.