Philippines Participates in Fêtes Consulaires 2019 in Lyon

PHOTO: The Philippines participated in the Fêtes Consulaires 2019 in Lyon on 14 to 15 September 2019.

The Fêtes Consulaires is a major event for all Consulates based in Lyon. This year, more than 50 Consulates participated in the two-day festivities.  Many activities offered by the Consulates and Associations in Lyon were presented - parade in traditional costumes, songs, dance demonstrations, tastings, and handicraft exhibits.

Members of the Filipino Community in Lyon participated in the cultural activities.

Photo shows Lyon Mayor and former Minister Gérard Collomb giving his speech and members of the Consular Corps in Lyon during the Inauguration of Fêtes Consulaires 2019. (Evelyne Dufond photo)

Visit of Mayor Gérard Collomb (sixth from left) at the Philippine booth. (Evelyne Dufond photo)

Ambassador to France Maria Theresa P. Lazaro (leftmost) with Mayor Gérard Collomb (rightmost) and Philippine Honorary Consul of Lyon Mr. Hervé de Malliard (rearmost). (Evelyne Dufond photo)

During the Gala Dinner hosted by the Mayor of Lyon (center, standing) seated on his is Ambassador to France Maria Theresa P. Lazaro (fourth from left). (Evelyne Dufond photo)

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