30 August 2016 — The Philippine Embassy in Beijing welcomed a group of Chinese Young Cultural Ambassadors under its "Ni Hao, Philippines" program.

During the visit, the Embassy's Cultural Attaché, Ms. Joan T. Pichay made a brief presentation on the Philippine hand-woven mat "banig" and the common materials used for its production.

She introduced them to various woven products and the varied designs that may be created through weaving. The children were then given an opportunity to weave using colored paper board strips. They showed great interest in the activity, as they developed their own designs.

Selected members of the group rendered performances, such as a poem recital and individual and group song numbers.

During the exchange of gifts, the students presented their drawings and Chinese handicrafts to the Embassy. In return, the Embassy gave each student a book, dried mangoes, tourism brochures, and post cards as souvenirs.

“Ni Hao, Philippines” is an activity organized by the Embassy on a regular basis to create awareness of Philippine culture among children aged seven to 12 years old.

The group of Chinese Young Cultural Ambassadors is composed of students from different primary schools in Beijing who visit embassies and cultural education institutions to learn the cultures of other countries. END