PH Consulate General in Chongqing Celebrates 121st Philippine Independence Day
Consul General to Chongqing Crescente Relacion gives his remarks during the reception for the celebration of the 121st Anniversary of the Proclamation of Philippine Independence and the 10th Anniversary of the Establishment of the Philippine Consulate General in Chongqing on 11 June 2019. (Chongqing PCG photo)
JIEFANGBEI 26 June 2019 — The Philippine Consulate General in Chongqing celebrated the 121st Anniversary of the Proclamation of Philippine Independence and the 10th Anniversary of the Establishment of the Philippine Consulate General in Chongqing on 11 June 2019 at the Crowne Plaza Hotel in Jiefangbei.
Consul General to Chongqing Crescente Relacion highlighted the theme of Independence Day celebration, which is Tapang at Malasakit (courage and compassion), and stated how these two values are essential to a healthy and functioning international community. He also reported the major accomplishments of the Consulate General since its establishment 10 years ago.
The Guest of Honor, Chongqing Vice Mayor Qu Qian, congratulated the Consulate General, and mentioned the important role that the Consulate General has played in the past 10 years in promoting exchanges between the Philippines and Chongqing in various fields.
The event was attended by local Chinese officials, consular corps, and other distinguished guests from different agencies, the media, the Filipino community, and other stakeholders. The Philippine Tourism Office based in Shanghai actively took part in the event.
The reception featured Filipino dishes prepared by Crowne Plaza and guest Filipino chef Michelle F. Adrillana, as well as cultural performances by the Kalilayan Folkloric Group. END
The Guest of Honor, Chongqing Vice Mayor Qu Qian gives his remarks during the reception for the celebration of the 121st Anniversary of the Philippine Independence and the 10th Anniversary of the Establishment of the Philippine Consulate General in Chongqing on 11 June 2019. (Chongqing PCG photo)
A ceremonial toast between Chongqing Vice Mayor Qu Qian and Consul General Crescente R. Relacion during the reception for the celebration of the 121st Anniversary of the Philippine Independence and the 10th Anniversary of the Establishment of the Philippine Consulate General in Chongqing on 11 June 2019. (Chongqing PCG photo)
Kalilayan Folkloric Group performs a cultural dance during the reception on 11 June 2019. (Chongqing PCG photo)
Consul General Relacion with Chinese officials and members of consular corps during the reception for the celebration of the 121st Anniversary of the Philippine Independence and the 10th Anniversary of the Establishment of the Philippine Consulate General in Chongqing on 11 June 2019. (Chongqing PCG photo)
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