PHL Embassy Joins Paskuhan 2017 of the Filipino Community in Abu Dhabi
06 December 2017 ABU DHABI – The Philippine Embassy in Abu Dhabi joined the Filipino community in Abu Dhabi in celebrating the “Paskuhan 2017: Isang Bansa, Isang Puso Ngayong Pasko” on December 01 at the Al Jazira Sports and Cultural Club, Abu Dhabi. The event was organized by the Bayanihan Council, the umbrella organization of Filipino organizations accredited to the Philippine Embassy in Abu Dhabi.
Philippine Ambassador to the United Arab Emirates Constancio R. Vingno Jr., in his remarks, thanked the Bayanihan Council chaired by Engr. Jeffrey Uy, its member-organizations, and the different working committees chaired by Ms. Emily Camacho for continuing this annual Christmas gathering of the Filipino community in Abu Dhabi. He expressed his gratitude to His Excellency Mohammed Hassan Al Suwaidi, Chairman of Al Jazira Sports Company for Other Games, for the generous support and for allowing to hold the event in the Al Jazira Sports and Cultural Club.
Ambassador Vingno also conveyed his appreciation to all Filipino community leaders in the UAE for their service to fellow Filipinos. “Whatever achievement the Embassy has gained so far; it is because of the significant support of the community. With this, I take my hat off to all Overseas Filipinos in the UAE who have contributed to the growth and development of the UAE for the past decades.”
The Paskuhan 2017 featured the Parol Making Contest, Pasko Dance Contest, Food and Novelty Bazaar, Mini-Street Activity, Paskuhan 2017 Extravaganza, Festival Dance, Paskuhan Fun Hour (parlor games and raffle draw), Medical Mission, Overseas Voting Registration, OWWA, SSS and Pag-IBIG Services, and Live Band. A special tribute to Ambassador Vingno was also given by the Bayanihan Council.
The event, attended by around 1,000 leaders and members of various Filipino organizations, representatives and students of Philippine schools in Abu Dhabi, Embassy personnel, guests and families, showcased Filipino talents, Philippine food and products. END
The Philippine Embassy’s OV team, along with the OWWA, SSS and Pag-IBIG, renders services for Overseas Filipinos at the Paskuhan 2017.
For more information, visit www.abudhabipe.dfa.gov.ph or www.facebook.com/PHinUAE.