27 June 2014 - The Philippine Consulate General in Chongqing hosted an event on June 09 to commemorate the 116th anniversary of Philippine Independence. It was attended by the Filipino community in Chongqing.
In his opening remarks, Vice Consul Duke Villanueva said that the event is an opportunity to honor Philippine heroes whose sacrifices led to Philippine Independence and underscored the contributions of the overseas Filipino workers who are the modern-day heroes and face of the Philippines in their respective host countries.
Vice Consul Villanueva also encouraged the Filipinos in Chongqing to register in the Consulate’s overseas voters registration for the upcoming 2016 presidential election.
The Filipinos enjoyed a buffet dinner and participated in the games. END