15 June 2016 - The Philippine Embassy in Vientiane organized the annual “Pistahan sa Vientiane 2016” for the Filipino Community in Laos on June 12 at the Official Residence of the Philippine Ambassador. The festive celebration kicked off with a flag-raising ceremony in commemoration of the 118th Anniversary of the Proclamation of Philippine Independence.
During the event, Filipino community members rendered “Sarumbanggi” and “itik-itik” dance numbers. Filipino folk singer Mr. Poly Banquillo performed Philippine folk songs and, together with Mr. Oliver Malazarte, led the attendees during the music jam session. Filipino kids were also treated to a story-telling of how the Philippine flag was made, and participated in the traditional Philippine games of basagan ng palayok and Pabitin. END