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The women were taken into custody on Friday by intelligence officers who raided a compound in Riyadh, after neighbours complained about the noise.
It is not yet clear what charges they are facing.
But the foreign ministry noted that Saudi laws prohibit unattached men and women being seen together in public.
The Indian maid who had her arm chopped off in Saudi Arabia
The Philippine ambassador in Riyadh, Adnan Alonto, told the ministry that initial information indicated the organisers of the party had been charged with holding an event without a permit and for disturbing the neighbourhood.
The Philippine Star newspaper cited a Facebook post by a man called Humoud Al Fajrawi as saying that some of the partygoers had not known that the event was Halloween-themed.
On Sunday, Mr Alonto issued an advisory reminding the Filipino community in Saudi Arabia to "refrain from organising or attending events or gatherings that are unsanctioned or without permission" from the local authorities.
"In addition, everyone is reminded to avoid mixed crowds, consuming liquor, and holding public practice of traditions that are associated with religions other than Islam, such as Halloween, Valentines and Christmas."
It is not yet clear what charges they are facing.
But the foreign ministry noted that Saudi laws prohibit unattached men and women being seen together in public.
The Indian maid who had her arm chopped off in Saudi Arabia
The Philippine ambassador in Riyadh, Adnan Alonto, told the ministry that initial information indicated the organisers of the party had been charged with holding an event without a permit and for disturbing the neighbourhood.
The Philippine Star newspaper cited a Facebook post by a man called Humoud Al Fajrawi as saying that some of the partygoers had not known that the event was Halloween-themed.
On Sunday, Mr Alonto issued an advisory reminding the Filipino community in Saudi Arabia to "refrain from organising or attending events or gatherings that are unsanctioned or without permission" from the local authorities.
"In addition, everyone is reminded to avoid mixed crowds, consuming liquor, and holding public practice of traditions that are associated with religions other than Islam, such as Halloween, Valentines and Christmas."
Filipinas held at Saudi Halloween party
Posted from bbc.com
Philippines
Saudi Arabia
Halloween
Crime
Intelligence
Posted 6 y ago
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These people it seems have never advanced with rest of the world and remain in a sick, intolerant society and use their so called religion as an excuse to commit evil acts against others. What a surprise they will get when the pass from this world and meet their sponsor, the Devil ! Despite the evil they commit on a day to day basis they just don't get it !
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PO1 William "Chip" Nagel Clearly a made up story designed to enflame the consrvatives! Everyone knows that islam is a peaceful religion and that the country of saudi arabia is tolerant and allows full liberty for foreigners! Ignore this article please, it is obviously made up!
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SrA John Monette - I am capable of it! In fact, sarcasm is just another service that I happily provide! (Insert Smiley Face Emoji here)
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