Philippine Consulate General in Guangzhou Celebrates 126th Anniversary of the Proclamation of Philippine Independence
PCG Guangzhou and PTIC-Guangzhou personnel
GUANGZHOU 14 June 2024 – The Philippine Consulate General in Guangzhou held a festive breakfast in commemoration of the 126th Anniversary of the Proclamation of Philippine Independence with members of the Filipino communities from Guangdong, Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, Hainan, and Hunan on 12 June 2024 at its Event Hall.
The gathering, which fostered the spirit of unity, patriotism, and pride, brought together more than 60 Filipino expatriates led by key group leaders of various kababayan (fellow Filipino citizen) organizations. The event commenced with the singing of the Philippine national anthem followed by the reciting of the Panunumpa sa Watawat (Pledge of Allegiance to the Philippine Flag). Video messages for the event by H.E. President Ferdinand Romualdez Marcos, Jr., Foreign Affairs Secretary Enrique A. Manalo, and Trade and Industry Secretary Alfredo E. Pascual were streamed thereafter. A video message by incoming Consul General Iric C. Arribas made the Filipino guests feel even more welcomed.
After the formal programme, guests enjoyed a delectable spread of Filipino cuisine while being serenaded with Original Pinoy Music (OPM) songs by Consulate General personnel and Filipino musicians based in Guangzhou and Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region.
At the end of the event, guests appreciated the Consulate General’s efforts to ensure that the commemoration of the proclamation of Philippine independence is celebrated in a most meaningful way, particularly in promoting the understanding of Filipino history and heritage among second-generation Filipinos. END
Post’s personnel and Filipino community members perform during the celebration
A couple based in Guangzhou volunteered to serenade Post’s guests with OPM songs
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