PHL Embassy in Vientiane Celebrates 119^th Anniversary of the Declaration of Phl Independence

11 July 2017 VIENTIANE — Members of the Filipino Community listen to the mechanics of Filipino Tongue Twisters during Pistang Pinoy 2017 held on June 11 at the Philippine Embassy in Laos grounds.

The Philippine Embassy in Vientiane conducts a flag raising ceremony on June 12 to celebrate Philippine Independence Day. The ceremony was followed by a traditional Filipino breakfast.

 (left to right) Natural Resources and Environment Minister Sommad Pholsena, Ambassador Belinda M. Ante, and Vice Foreign Minister Khampao Ernthavanh raise a toast during the diplomatic reception held on June 14 at the Lao Plaza Hotel in Vientiane in celebration of the 119^th Anniversary of the declaration of Philippine Independence.