(MENAFN- EIN Presswire) EINPresswire / -- A total of 50 outstanding Filipino professionals from Qatar and Kuwait were honored for their exceptional contributions to healthcare, engineering, and architecture at The Filipino Times Watchlist Awards 2025.

Of the over 500 nominations, 50 have made it to the roster and were awarded for their significant industry impact, professional excellence, leadership in driving innovation across the Gulf, and their vital role in uplifting the reputation of the Philippines on the global stage.

The awards ceremony was held on Nov. 21, 2025, at the Hilton Hotel Doha, West Bay. Organized by New Perspective Media Group, publisher of The Filipino Times, the largest international Filipino news media and marketing agency, the TFT Watchlist Awards continues to stand as a beacon of pride and inspiration, celebrating the excellence, resilience, and impact of Filipinos worldwide.

Awardees represented a wide range of fields, including nursing, medicine, engineering, architecture, infrastructure design, biotechnology, healthcare management, and technical sciences, underscoring the diverse sectors where Filipinos excel internationally.

Philippine Ambassador to Qatar H.E. Mardomel Celo D. Melicor congratulated the honorees and the organizers, saying:“Awarding ceremonies such as this highlight the exemplary achievements of Filipino professionals in the Gulf and affirm their vital role in shaping the professional landscape of their host countries.”

He added:“As we celebrate the successes of Filipino workers in the Gulf, may we also not forget the reason why we are working overseas-our families at home. May this recognition by The Filipino Times inspire more kababayan to contribute to building a stronger, more progressive Bagong Pilipinas.”


Top Filipino Healthcare Professionals in Qatar

Haydee Lyn G. Bamba

Dr. Rosanna M. Barrera

Dr. Jane Cecille Q. Cadag

Alnie Catherine B. Cayanan- Rillo

Dr. Dianne Kristine Joy H. Closa-Bonsol

Dr. Christian Marvin A. Dela Cruz

Dita I. Domingo

Joanna Marie A. Elizalde

Edison T. Gabin

Brian Jade M. Gica

Sitti Winona G. Laja

Dr. Aliman D. Lucman

Raissa J. Puddao

Melody P. Sarmiento

Leah B. Sarsonas

Dr. Ryan A. Vicente


Top Filipino Engineers and Architects in Qatar

Engr. Liza Lorena F. Abinal

Engr. Aushford O. Acera

Dr. Arlan P. Beltran

Ar. Aldrin C. Castillo

Engr. Gesilo P. Cimagala, Jr.

Engr. Leo Christo R. Dela Rosa

Engr. Edmedio R. Ebarle III

Ar. Artemio V. Esic

Engr. Sheryl Diane D. Eusebio-Mejia

Dr. Elvin D. Fajutagana

Engr. Jaeger M. Gaorano

Engr. Hadji Rajiv G. Gumaga

Ar. Josephine M. Hernandez

Engr. Precious M. Hernandez

Engr. Maria Carmela C. Isidro-Santos

Engr. Lorebel G. Izon

Engr. Marlon L. Manantan

Engr. Aristotle L. Medina

Engr. Jester P. Nungay

Dr. Mario S. Oligo

Engr. Erwin S. Peniones

Engr. Orlando C. Pernites

Engr. Leodegario H. Porral Jr.

Engr. Richard L. Rillo

Engr. Arnaldo A. Riparip

Engr. Maria Cecilia M. Rosales-Baião

Engr. Ross Neil C. Salazar

Engr. Florencio P. Sumilang

Ar. Marvin M. Tejada

Engr. Teofilo F. Tongson Jr.

Engr. Roberto A. Velasquez

Engr. Raymundo Y. Zapanta Jr.


Top Filipino Engineers and Architects in Kuwait

Engr. Roel L. Galceran

Engr. Leopoldo A. Robles


The awardees were selected through a rigorous evaluation process by an esteemed panel of judges:

Dr. Rosanna Millar Barrera – Dentist and Educator; President, Pilipino sa Qatar

Dr. Jane Cecille Cadag – Optometrist, East Optics; Former President, Integrated Philippine Association of Optometrists – Qatar Chapter

Dr. Christian Marvin A. Dela Cruz – Dentist, Qatar University Health Center; Former President, Filipino Dentists Organization Qatar

Leah Bernardo Sarsonas – Nurse Leader and Consultant

Melody Parpados-Sarmiento – Head Nurse, Hamad Medical Corporation; President, Association of Nursing Service Administrators – Qatar Chapter

Dr. Arlan P. Beltran – Senior Manager, Facility Management, Navigation Q.P.S.C. (Milaha)

Dr. Elvin Fajutagana – Project Management and Construction Engineering Specialist

Engr. Roel L. Galceran – Specialist Consultant, ICT Infrastructure & Special Airport Systems

Dr. Mario S. Oligo – Senior Drainage Engineer, Public Works Authority (Ashghal); President, Philippine Institute of Civil Engineers – Qatar Chapter

Ar. Marvin Macuja Tejada – Architect – Specifications Writer, Arab Engineering Bureau; Former President, United Architects of the Philippines – Qatar Chapter

Dr. Karen Remo, CEO and Founder of New Perspective Media Group, publisher of The Filipino Times, said:“This platform recognizes Filipinos who make a difference not only through professional excellence but also through leadership, innovation, and service to the Filipino community abroad. Each honoree represents the true spirit of the modern Filipino-talented, dedicated, and globally respected.”

Vince Ang, COO of New Perspective Media Group and General Manager of The Filipino Times, added:“Every year, The Filipino Times Watchlist grows stronger because of the inspiring stories of Filipinos anywhere in the world. We've seen Filipino professionals break barriers and raise the standard of excellence in their fields and this recognition celebrates that shared success.”

For the past 12 years, The Filipino Times has been honoring top Filipino professionals around the world, spotlighting their contributions to their industries, their host countries, and the Philippines they proudly represent.

This year's awards were made possible through the support of Silver Sponsors Ayala Land and DMCI Homes, and Support Sponsor Philippine Airlines.

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