09 December 2013 – Consul General Mario L. De Leon, Jr. (2nd from Left), President of the Society of Foreign Consuls in New York City, hosted a year-end reception for the consular corps at the Kalayaan Hall of the Philippine Center last December 03. About 60 Consuls General, Deputies and Consuls graced the occasion and partook in the simple fare of Filipino food and drinks during the evening.
Happening almost one month after super typhoon Yolanda (Haiyan) struck, Consul General De Leon expressed his gratitude for the international aid the Philippines has received from the countries represented by his colleagues. He assured them that the assistance they have provided will tremendously help the victims to rebuild their lives and livelihood. END (Photo by Jake Tolentino) END