The Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) assured continued monitoring of the Middle East, reporting that the United Arab Emirates (UAE) remains stable despite recent missile and drone threats. On March 27, UAE air defenses intercepted six ballistic missiles and nine UAVs launched from Iran, with no major local or international sites affected. Since the attacks began, UAE authorities have neutralized a total of 378 ballistic missiles, 15 cruise missiles, and 1,835 UAVs. Precautionary measures, including travel advisories and market inspections, have been implemented to prevent disruptions, inflation, and opportunistic pricing. The Philippine Consulate General in Dubai has resumed full operations, providing 1,154 consular services as of March 27.
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