Filipinos traveling to South Korea are not being advised to cancel their plans despite the brief imposition of martial law in the country, according to Foreign Affairs Undersecretary Eduardo de Vega.
Instead, travelers are encouraged to exercise caution due to ongoing political tension. “We wouldn’t advise them to cancel their trips, but we urge them to be very circumspect and careful,” de Vega said in a radio interview on Wednesday.
He emphasized that there is no war in the region, reassuring travelers that they can proceed with their plans if they take necessary precautions.
The Philippine Embassy in South Korea has also advised the estimated 68,000 Filipinos in the country, primarily documented workers, to remain calm.
South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol declared “emergency martial law” on Tuesday, citing alleged opposition control over parliament and accusations of anti-state activities. However, the martial law order was rescinded hours later after facing resistance from the parliament.
