Working Lunch of the ASEAN Committee in New York

Press Release 12 September 2023 Working Lunch of the ASEAN Committee in New York Philippine Consul General Hosts Luncheon Meeting of the ASEAN Committee in New York Consul General Senen T. Mangalile hosted the regular working luncheon for September of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) Committee in New York. The Committee is currently chaired by the Consul General of Indonesia and comprised of the Consuls General of Malaysia, Philippines, Singapore, Thailand, and Vietnam. Food Diplomacy took a flavorful turn as the luncheon celebrated the diverse culinary heritage of the Philippines. The menu featured Filipino cuisine including fresh lumpia, lumpiang shanghai, chicken tinola with papaya, Jollibee chicken joy, beef tapa, and fish escabeche. Brazo de mercedes and the ever-popular Jollibee peach mango pie featured after the main course, accompanied by cups of Cavite coffee or tea. The menu was thoughtfully crafted to suit the personal requests of the Consuls General of Thailand and Malaysia, reflecting the time they spent in Manila. Thai Consul General Samjai Taphaopong was posted as Minister at the Royal Thai Embassy in Manila while Malaysian Consul General Amir Farid Abu Hasan studied in Manila as a young boy. END

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Provincial Government of Ilocos Norte (PGIN) Calls on the Consul General

PRESS RELEASE 22 AUGUST 2023 PROVINCIAL GOVERNMENT OF ILOCOS NORTE (PGIN) CALLS ON THE CONSUL GENERAL On Tuesday, 22 August 2023, the Provincial Government of Ilocos Norte (PGIN), led by Provincial Tourism Officer Ainree B. Raquel, called on Consul General Senen T. Mangalile at the Philippine Consulate General in New York to share the provincial government’s initiatives in tourism and investment within the United States with the goal of enhancing Ilocos Norte's economic prospects.In a meeting with consulate officials, Mr. Raquel shared the PGIN's goals to encourage Filipino-Americans to travel to Ilocos Norte and to promote the province as a promising investment hub. Food and agriculture, tourism infrastructure, renewable energy, business process outsourcing (BPO), and traditional crafts are among PGIN's investment priority areas. As part of the promotion, a photo exhibit featuring images of Ilocos Norte is displayed at the Philippine Center lobby. The exhibit will be on display until 14 September 2023. END

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Philippine Consulate General in New York successfully concludes 2023 Sinehan sa Konsulado

PRESS RELEASE 31August 2023 Philippine Consulate General in New York Successfully Concludes 2023 Sinehan sa Konsulado The Philippine Consulate General in New York successfully concluded its 2023 Sinehan sa Konsulado, which opened on 29 August 2023 with the screening of the film"Rescue in the Philippines: Refuge from the Holocaust" which was screened in partnership with the American Jewish Committee in New York. The documentary film is about the moral heroism of a few powerful Filipinos who saved the lives of 1,300 Jewish men, women, and children in Nazi Europe in the days before World War II. Russell Hodge and Cynthia Scott-Johnson directed the film.The second night of 2023 Sinehan sa Konsulado took place on 30 August 2023, and featured four short films. These were “The Houseguest” and “Very Merry Mahusay” by Francis Manuel Abbey, “Usapin sa Bayan” by Jose Ma. Caparas, and “Inconvenience” by Seth Imperial. The film screening was followed by a discussion moderated by Michaela Ternasky-Holland, an Emmy, Webby, and Sheffield Doc/Fest award-winning creative, and an XR or "metaverse" storyteller who was recently named one of the 100 Original Voices of XR.Members of the audience enjoyed both screening nights and remarked that they are looking forward to next…

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LEGO Creates Minifigures To Mark Philippine Milestone

PRESS RELEASE 18 August 2023 LEGO Creates Minifigures To Mark Philippine Milestone The iconic toy brand, LEGO, upon the initiative of the Philippine Consulate General in New York and Sentro Rizal New York, created limited LEGO Minifigures capturing the imagery of the 125th Anniversary of the Declaration of Philippine Independence. On Thursday, 17 August 2023, Consul General Senen T. Mangalile officiallyb received the commemorative pieces at the LEGO Flagship Store at 5th Avenue, New York. The Philippine-themed Minifigures were turned over by store manager Jeffrey McAndrew and Filipino-American supervisor, Michael Jazmin. “As part of our continuing commemoration of our 125th Anniversary as a nation, we are happy that LEGO is paying homage to this Philippine milestone, thereby honoring the global Filipino,” said Consul General Senen T. Mangalile.  With its commitment to promote diversity and inclusivity, LEGO provided the unique opportunity to celebrate this landmark occasion. While these Minifigures are not available to the public, kababayan are invited to visit the LEGO Minifigure Factory at Fifth Avenue to create their own Philippine-inspired Minifigures. The LEGO Minifigures shall be displayed at Sentro Rizal New York. END LEGO Creates Minifigures To Mark Philippine Milestone. As part of the Philippine Consulate General in New…

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Christmas In August: Parol Shines at the Philadelphia Lantern Festival

PRESS RELEASE 14 August 2023 Christmas in August: Parol Shines at the Philadelphia Lantern Festival Add Your Heading Text Here The Philippine Consulate General in New York showcased the Philippine parol at the 2023 Philadelphia Lantern Festival at Franklin Square, Philadelphia on 10 August 2023. The festival was hosted by Historic Philadelphia, Inc. and in partnership with the Philadelphia Mayor’s Commission on Asian Pacific and American Affairs.During the opening ceremony, Consul Ricarte Abejuela III welcomed the audience to the event in the pavilion of the Franklin Square Park. In his remarks, he thanked the Historic Philadelphia Inc., the Philippine Department of Tourism New York (PDOTNY), and Mutya Filipino Dance Company. Consul General Mangalile presented tokens of appreciation to Historic Philadelphia, Inc. and Mutya Filipino Dance Company.The Philippine Department of Tourism Office in New York shared with participants the latest tourism destinations in the country. Colorful lamps using indigenous materials, courtesy of Eangee and Ilovepinas shop were also featured at the pavilion. END Consul Ricarte Abejuela III welcomed the audience to Philippine Presentation during the Philadelphia Chinese Lantern Festival (Philippine Consulate General Photo by Ruth Galiza) Consul General Senen Mangalile with the organizers of Philadelphia Chinese Lantern Festival. (Philippine Consulate General…

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Sentro Rizal New York Brings Mars Ravelo’s Works to the U.S. East Coast

PRESS RELEASE 09 August 2023 Sentro Rizal New York Brings Mars Ravelo's works to the U.S. East Coast In celebration of “Buwan ng Wikang Pambansa” (National Language Month) the Philippine Consulate General in New York and Sentro Rizal New York bring Filipino Pop Culture to the public through a mobile exhibit presenting the iconic works of a prolific writer, artist, and illustrator - who is often referred to as the "King of Philippine Komiks” - Mars Ravelo.This is the first time that a collection of Mars Ravelo’s works is being featured abroad.Launched at Bergenfield Public Library on Wednesday, 09 August 2023, the exhibit is entitled, “Pagdama sa Diwang Pilipino sa Pamamagitan ng Wikang Filipino sa Komiks” (Sensing Filipino Consciousness through Filipino Language in Comics). Mars Ravelo’s earlier works such as “Rita,” “Benus at Beha,” “Boboy” and “Ric Benson,” and his later works such as “Captain Barbel,” "Darna,” “Dyesebel,” and "Lastikman” are all part of the exhibit.“The exhibit aims to inspire more Filipino-American youth to learn and appreciate speaking, reading, and writing in Filipino, through the captivating artistry and dynamic dialogues of Mars Ravelo's works,” said Consul General Senen T. Mangalile.  “Through the power of the visual narrative and the timeless…

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New York PCG Conducts Consular Outreach Activity In Albany, New York

PRESS RELEASE 07 August 2023 New York PCG Conducts Consular Outreach Activity In Albany, New York The Consulate General of the Philippines continues with its Consular Outreach season for 2023 by travelling to Albany, New York for its Consular Outreach service which was held from 05-06 August which benefitted nearly 150 kababayan. The consular outreach mission was a co-sponsored by the Kalayaan 1521 Council Inc. and the Alpha Phi Omega Alumni Association of Greater New York. The consular mission provided passport renewal, dual citizenship, and notarial services for members of the Filipino community in the Capital Region of New York State as well as surrounding areas. A total of 139 services were extended during the mission in Albany. Mr. Sol Kapunan of Kalayaan 1521 Council Inc, commended the Consulate Team for a job well done. “On behalf of the Filipino Community in Albany and the Greater Capital Region, we continue to support you all, our heroes from the Consulate. Your dedication, hard work and sacrifices never go unnoticed. Sana po huwag kayong magsawa sa amin.” Mr. Kapunan said. The community and the organizers all look forward to a repeat visit next year. Also joining the consular outreach in Albany were…

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