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Following Articles you will find in our FAC Archive:

  • Imprisoned in Paradise
  • Immigration confab picks Libanan chair
  • The Story of Japanese Kazuya Fujii
  • Alfred Lehnert recommended as Ambassador
  • To have a card up one`s sleeve - F.A.C.
  • Final Justice for  Foreign Investor`s
  • Ex-Bi chief's bid to reduce bail in ille-detention case opposed 
  • what is the cost of freedom ?
 
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11. July 2010 - FAC Daniel Gonzales
Resourse Philippine Press Release 8. July 2010

The report "Our Man in Manila" broadcasting by the german channel DW TV Asia has excited worldwide attention. Dubbed in German and English languages, the BI's director Arbas, said the documentary was  aired in over 200 Countries including the Philippines. Program host  Engineer Alfred Lehnert said the documentary featured the experiences of  former detainees at the Bicutan Jail in the past, as they fell prey to  notorious Syndicates that made their lives very difficult while in detention.
The Bereau of Immigration's Detention Center in Bicutan was recently cited for successfully transforming itself into a facility that promotes the welfare of its inmates. Philippine press review please  click here.
PHP-Internet: mb.com  or The Manila Times


Court clears German of trafficking charges   
03. Julyl 2010 - Sun Star Cebu 

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German national sued for qualified trafficking in persons last year has been cleared. Joachim Guilliard, who was missrated as one of the foreign  owners of the International Bar Complex on Quano Avenue in  Barangay Centro, Mandaue City, Cebu, was found innocent by Regional Trial Court ( RTC ) Branch 56 Judge Teresita Galanida.The complete Article to read,   click here.

A personal Remark
To bring in a verdict of not guilty became possible, with massive indirect legal support of the Foreign Assistance Center Philippines / FAC bec. Mr. Guilliard has the highest Investor Visa of the Philippines as F.A.C. stand or try provide more security for foreign Investors, to attract with those standards more Investors for National Interest and Economic Development.
Daniel Gonzales / FAC Technical Writer 


Joachim Guilliard "verdict of not guilty"
28. June 2010 - FAC Technical Writer

Joachim Guilliard is released on 25. June 2010, he is Aquitted of all charges and his case is dismissed. It's a sensational victory for Justice.

Mr. Guilliard Beginning - Therefore, by all means, read Inprisoned in      

          Paradise 



Program Announcement
02. June 2010 - FAC Technical Writer


Does a paradise under palm trees exist? Many retired people and those living alternative lifestyles, as well as some business managers, certainly think so. They point to the Philippines as the epitome of paradise. But countless foreigners have experienced the exact opposite, losing all their possessions and even their lives. The reason: they fell prey to a blackmailing network linking corrupt lawyers, police officers and politicians. Engineer Alfred Lehnert from Hamburg was one victim, but he didn’t give up and in the end he won. ( Comment by DW-TV )

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Senate ratifies RP Immigration Act of 2009
07. June 2010 - FAC Technical Writer

The Senate ratified yesterday the proposed Philippine Immigration Act of 2009, one of the last actions made by the Senate as Congress adjourned since die last Friday night. Under the new Immigration Act, the immigration chairman and his two associate commissioners would act as transition officials of the panned Commission on Immigration (col) for only one year, not for three years. Proponents have stressed that a new Immigration Act fot the country in long overdue, since the present Immigration Law is already antiquated and is no longer attuned to the needs of the times. "The bill calls for the institution of  policies and procedures that make it easier for foreigners to visit or do business in the Philippines," Immigration Commissioner Marcelino Libanan said. Libanan also cited provisions in the bill that strengthen the government`s ability to thwart the entry of undesirable aliens, including foreign terrorists, fugitives, drug traffickers, and human traffickers.

Mr. Alfred Lehnert was one of the Draft-Writer for the new Immigration Ast. This is a moment that takes your breath away, said Mr. Lehnert today, after he`d read this article. At that precise moment rings the phone. One diplomatic person congratulates Mr. Lehnert to be a joint drafter to the Immigration Act (NOW LAW) and the new Broadcasting by DW-TV Asia, and means, "You`re few  steps away from becomming an Hero."

 

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The complete Article New Immigration Act of 2009 please click FAC Archive

Imprisoned in Paradise
12. May 2010 - FAC Technical Writer
Resourse Philippine Press release 4. May 2010

Seven time zones away from Germany, Joachim Guilliard is pondering about the best way to end his life. On the bedside table next to his bunk lies a book entitled Dictionary of Unusual Ways of Dying. Inside his head his thoughts are on a rollercoaster ride, constandly revolving around the concepts of justice and injustice and the question of how to escape. Joachim Guilliard is planning his suicide as the last stop on a journey which was supposed to lead to paradise, but has ended in hell.


He has been stuck here for the past nine months, his life confined to the ten square meters of a solitary cell. In it are a squat toilet, a shower, a fitted kitchen section with cooker and fridge, a cafe`table and two wooden shelf units containing packets of noodles and some books. A nice cell, by Philippine standards. Even so, „Each day I`m losing a bit more strengh,“ says Joachim Guilliard, as he sets his bookshelf in order. By now he expects little, from life or from anybody. That`s a defence mechanism, it shields him from disappointment. He lies on his bed and stares at the ceiling, drumming his thumbs on his chest. His thoughts revolve around the charge he faces: human trading. He is alleged to have forced underage girls into prostitution. „Never !“ he mutters unconsciously.


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He has a friendly though rather pasty face. He long, greying, once fair is tied in a ponytail. In spite of everything he looks much younger than his sixty years. He speaks calmly and softly. The tale he tells is one of friendship based on misunderstanding, of betrayal, of naivety, and of the erroneous belief that if you behave decently you get decent treatment in return.

The complete Article Imprisoned in Paradise please click here

 
Punishment on the Airport - F.A.C. helps in last second   
03. April 2010 - FAC Technical Writer

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or over 10 years, lives and works Werner Konrad* in the Philippines. He is married to a Filipino woman and two children. As CEO of a major financial services company in Manila he bears the responsibility for 20 employees. 6 months ago Mr. Konrad took notice to the FAC and its arrangement for foreigners in the Philippines.  Spontaneously visited Mr. Konrad the office of the FAC personally and its successes to learn about the work. At that time, Mr. Konrad said: For me, FAC Membership is not urgently needed, I have lived here for years and know all the laws, and all necessary good lawyers - such things could never happen to me."


Emergency Call  

An old wisdom means, never say never -This is what happened in March 2010, when the Emergency call of Mr. Konrad from the Airport Manila, the FAC Hotline reached.

A dispute with a officer of the Immigration Authority at the Airport had the consequence, that Mr. Konrad in company of its lawyer the entry was refused. The Conversation of the involved persons developed to certain volume, that other traveler noticed.

The Authority saw the public policy endangered, and therefore ordered the return flight of Mr. Konrad. At this moment, Mr. Konrad realized that there is no possibility, to obtain the entry in the Philippines.

Mr. Konrad remembered, that only the FAC maybe can help in this proceeding situation, and call the FAC Hotline , with the request for immediate recall. Within 15 minutes, the Chairman, Alfred Lehnert solve the problem. First - The entry of Mr. Konrad is granted and secondly, Mr. Konrad apologized to the Immigration Officer.


Change of mind 

I never thought that such a precarious situation could occur in my life. But thanks of the fast assistance of Mr. Alfred Lehnert (FAC), could be turned away larger difficulties By No-Entry would not only financial but also business implications to prevent to Mr. Konrad.

Mr. Konrad today - The FAC Membership is worthwhile in any case, because the $ 100 annual fee, stands in no Relation to the actual Assistance in Emergency. This Service is unique in the Philippines and I will actively support this arrangement immediately."


That's much too sweeping a statement, but basically following

The Immigration Authorities at the Airport has always the mandate of a sovereign state to refuse the entry or visa, if there is a danger that public policy or public security is threatened.    

                           

* For legal reasons, the name changed.


The Key to Freedom                                                         26. January 2010 - FAC Technical Writer

Alfred Lehnert (FAC) came with the key to freedom. Mr. Diekmann (German citizen) said:" I had the feeling, thats it and there is no way out. But the chairman of the Foreign Assistance Center brought me back my hope and freedom. The German Embassy also showed Appreciation for the work of the F.A.C.


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Family Diekmann came to the Philippines 13 years ago and is owning a diving school in Boracay for 10 years. Mr. and Mrs. Diekman are both diving teachers. Mr. Diekmann got into the crossfire of two interested buyers of his diving school, who reported him to the Immigration Authorities, when he forgot to renew his visa - Result of this intrigue - Detention - When the Chairman of the F.A.C. went with the German Media to Immigration Detention, Mr. Diekmann asked Mr. Lehnert for help. The Chairman researched the case of Mr. Diekmann and got also an "Appreciation Letter" of the German Embassy. With the instructions and help of Mr. Lehnert Mr. Diekmann was able to asked for the legal payment for his overstay and the additional expected penalties from the Immigration Authority, which would be required for his release. The Bureau of Immigration approved the request of Mr. Diekmann - Result: Release -

On Tuesday, 26 January 2010, Mr. Diekmann got released and could happily and free embrace his wife and kid. Thanks to the help of Mr. Lehnert the Chairman of the F.A.C.


This memorable day, is the beginning of a new chapter in the life of Mr. Diekmann, its like a miracle to his new freedom and another example of efficient humanitarian work of F.A.C. Philippines, to implement the new Law with Fairness and Justice to attract other Tourists and more Foreign Investors.


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New Partnerchip between FAC and PRA                                           17. September 2009 - FAC-Technical Writer

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e are working since 5 years with great success, to provide foreign Retirees or guests with their given RIGHTS under the Philippine Immigration Law, prevent them from harmful or unlawful acts, proceeded Complaints or Cases and give more Security to MEMBERS of the Philippine Retirement Authority. Our Foreign Assistance Center greet all Members of the Philippine Retirement Authorities and we wish to be at your legal side, as the first office in the Philippines, to assist all legal residing foreign Retirees, or coming Retirees, in all kind of IMMIGRATION questions, cases or Problems. The Philippine Government with the BUREAU of IMMIGRATION and the PHILIPPINE RETIREMENT AUTHORITIES supporting our F.A.C. office, to provide from our independent Organization foreigners with another culture or language. in more information for Security and Justice, even sometimes build bridges of understanding.

Here the Chairman of PRA , Gen. Edgar Aglipay - Welcome the Chairman of FAC Alfred Lehnert, to be interviewed by Europeans largest TV Station ARD from Germany, at September 8 - 2009.

Read also PRA News October 2009 - Legal Consultation to PRA Members - click here


Our Eminence Cardinal Vidal visit Immigration Main-Office      12. October 2009 - FAC Technical Writer

Our Dear Eminence Cardinal Vidal visit Immigration Main-Office FOR THE BLESSING OF COMMISSIONER LIBANAN AND FAC CHAIRMAN for their historic work of reorganizing an organization the Bureau of Immigration to a World-Standard Agency. The Immigration is the first touch to all foreigners and set the Reputation for our Country, the Philippines. This celebrate and blessing ceremony to Commissioner Libanan and the F.A.C. Chairman Alfred Lehnert for their heroic work, as well Commissioner Libanan acceptation has been awarded by President G.M. Arroyo.


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About History 

Bishop Vidal was made Cardinal by Pope John Paul II: - He was one of the Cardinal Elections who participated in the 2005 papal conclave that elected Pope Benedict XVI, the only Filipino Cardinal to have joined the 2005 conclave due to Jaime Cardinal Sin's poor health.




The new Anti-Corruption policy of the Immigration Authority                  17. September 2009 - FAC-Technical Writer

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ince Marcelino C. Libanan, the Philippine immigration Authorities took  over as Commissioner in May 2007, was from the previously notorious corruption authority a prime example of the Anti-Corruption Authority. For this he received recognition not only domestically, but also earned international respect for its new Anti-Corruption Policy. Finally, the FAC owed by their new policy of immigration whose successes. As years Congressman M.C Libanan had various posts, including as Vice Chairman of the Committee on Transportation and Communications or Chairman of the new Immigration Bill in Congress. At the time when Mr. Libanan the new immigration law organized, he met Alfred Lehnert In many discussions on the realignment of the Immigration Act and its sections, has been discussed sometimes violently on its interpretation and gained a relation of trust.

On the personal Invitation of former Justice Secretary Simon Datumanong and Chairman of the Committee of Justice in the House of Representative, Alfred Lehnert was invited to the Congress, to bring about his position paper on the New Immigration Act. Through this fruitful collaboration developed a mutual trust relationship that is reflected in the many successes. 

See our photo for shooting at - Military Camp Bagong Diwa - in red, the German Pilot R. Füssel, the Commissioner Libanan directly discharged from prison after Alfred Lehnert informed him from the unlawful arrest of Füssel. In green Dr. M. Bölk from German TV Team

The central argument of Mr Libanan reads: "The old days, when our authority had a reputation as a criminal syndicate, are finally over." And to make sure, I do not allow, that any Foreigner is harassed this way.




Three Refuges s from Myanmar  ( Burma )                               12. September 2009 - FAC-Technical Writer

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yanmar is a multi ethnic state in the Gulf of Bengal with its neighbors Thailand, China, India and Bangladesh. Since 1962 the military dictatorship came to power, many have left the country, they often use the difficult path of China's border. Of the nearly 48 million Burmese, the Myamma / Myanma make up almost 70% of the total population. Main religion is Buddhism. Burma is famous for its cultural treasures, such as the famous Golden Pagodane - Sewdagon - Many people try to escape the dictatorship, as our next real story of Escape, Three-Burman, who sought in the Philippines, her new happiness, but ultimately, because of the improper travel documents ended up in prison, Already in April this year, reported the newspaper published in Manila EXPAT about his release. The three Burman, Maung Maung Tin, Simon Lal Rin Dika, and Mohamad Yahiya were detained 2 to 5 years in the Philippines. Picture Zoom  Click here 

How then did the Release, and their Non-Extradition (deportation) to Burma?

Humanitarian Work can sometimes exist to build bridges, especially where there are political barriers to overcome in order to allow the actors, involved purely and simply more room for maneuver. For Humanitarian Work is often a balancing act between national interests and international political dependencies. Mr. Lehnert said: "Sometimes you hold the stick between freedom and death in his hand, and with that responsibility should be handled very sensitively and carefully.
The immigration authority requested in this particular case, then Mr. Lehnert, find a legal way to allow the release of the three Burman. Because otherwise, would have to be the detainees deported to a valid law, which would have meant that they were convicted in their home country for the death penalty or life imprisonment – On the Spurious Grounds - for unauthorized Escape from Burma.

After two unsuccessful applications, Mr. Lehnert was able to win the famous Bishop of the Wesleyan Church of the Philippines and the Law firm Romeo Dolleton in Laguna, that ensured the three Myanmars a guarantee. The Commissioner M.C. Libanan then allowed by the Executive Law, the release on humanitarian grounds.


Alfred Lehnert recommended as Ambassador                         17. September 2009 - FAC-Technical Writer

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he Philippine Minister recommend Mr. Alfred Lehnert ( FAC ) to the European Union in Brüssel, as "Ambassador for Investment and Special Concerns between the 28 European Union States and the Republic of the Philippines.


         
Cabinet Sec. A. Reyes said in German TV Interview, that Alfred Lehnert work for Justice and it was emphasized, that only more Security to foreign guest, retirees and investors can attract other to our Country. As Sec. Reyes stated, I wish our country has more people with Alfred's Courage, to help in reorganizing our agencies to be global competitive. Secretary T. Reyes supports Mr. Lehnert's works for years by the reorganizing of Immigration Rights and Law. Also he was one of the sponsors by  Alfred Lehnert wedding Ceremony in 2007.

Sandiganbayan known as Anti-Graft Court

                             Mr. Lehnert ( FAC )  &  Prosecutor R. Coquia from Anti-Graft-Court Sandiganbayan

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andiganbayan known as Anti-Graft Court, recourse in German TV Interview. The Story will be broadcast in December 2009 German Chanel NDR and DW TV World-Wide. In the German TV Interview he stated, there is very solid evidence by a Supreme Court ruling of illegal arrest and Arbitrary Detention in the Case of Mr. alfred Lehnert against A. Domingo at all, in the first Case of Foreigner granted to proceed in Sandiganbayan, also known as Anti Graft Court, it might set remarkable new legal guidelines for Justice.  That the Judgment against the accused Ex-BI Commissioner Andrea Domingo and her right hand, Intel Chief M. Marinas at might be in Third Quarter 2010 as warning to other arrest - detain innocent Investors without legality and against National Interests. Mr. R. Coquia is Prosecutors in the case against to former Immigration Commissioner Andrea Domngoof causing the illegal detention of Alfred Lehnert a German national residing in the Philippines for a period of one year and six months.


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