PHILIPPINE CONSULATE GENERAL

New York and Philadelphia Light Up with PH Flag Colors to Celebrate 126th Anniversary of PH Independence The One World Trade Center (left) and Governor Mario M. Cuomo Bridge (right) in New York proudly display the colors of the Philippine flag. (Photos through/by Earthcam and Boyet Loverita) At least 17 iconic landmarks across New York and Philadelphia were illuminated with the vibrant colors of the Philippine flag on 12 June to commemorate the 126th Anniversary of the Proclamation of Philippine Independence. This historic occasion marked the first time such a significant number of buildings participated in the illumination.  Niagara Falls glows with the colors of the Philippine flag. (Photos taken through Earthcam) In New York, the following landmarks displayed a dazzling array of red, blue, white, and/or yellow lights,creating a sight against the night sky:One World Trade CenterGovernor Mario M. Cuomo BridgeKosciuszko BridgeThe H. Carl McCall SUNY BuildingState Education BuildingAlfred E. Smith State Office BuildingEmpire State PlazaState Fairgrounds – Main Gate & Expo CenterNiagara FallsAlbany International Airport GatewayMTA LIRR - East End Gateway at Penn StationFairport Lift Bridge over the Erie CanalMoynihan Train HallWalkway Over the Hudson State Historic Park The Moynihan Train Hall (left photo) and MTA LIRR -…

Philadelphia City Hall Hosts Flag Raising Ceremony on PH Independence Day Consul General Senen T. Mangalile and Filipino Executive Council of Greater Philadelphia (FECGP) President Roman Ventura raise the Philippine flag at Philadelphia City Hall in commemoration of the 126th Anniversary of Philippine Independence Day The Philippine Consulate General in New York, led by Consul General Senen T. Mangalile, and the Filipino community of Philadelphia gathered at Philadelphia City Hall on 12 June for a flag-raising ceremony to commemorate the 126th Anniversary of the Proclamation of Philippine Independence. The Filipino Executive Council of Greater Philadelphia (FECGP) organized the event in collaboration with the Office of Mayor Cherelle L. Parker. It forms part of Philadelphia's Immigrant Heritage Month celebrations, which highlight the city's commitment to honoring the diverse communities contributing to its vibrant cultural landscape.  (Left photo) Philadelphia City Councilmember Nina Ahmad, on behalf of the members of the Philadelphia City Council, presents a proclamation to the Filipino community in Philadelphia, represented by FECGP President Roman Ventura. (Right photo) Mr. Ventura receives a signed proclamation from the Office of Mayor Cherelle L. Parker, represented by the Mayor’s Office of Immigrant Affairs’ Director of Multicultural Affairs Ngan Tran Councilmember Nina Ahmad, on behalf…

Philippine Center in New York Celebrates 126th Independence Day with Flag Raising Ceremony Officers and staff of the Philippine Permanent Mission to the United Nations and the Philippine Consulate General in New York gather at the Philippine Center in New York for the flag ceremony to commemorate the 126th Declaration of Philippine Independence. (Photos by Joey Jose R. Magaso)On 12 June, a special flag raising ceremony was held at the Philippine Center in New York to commemorate the 126th Anniversary of Philippine Independence under this year’s theme, “Kalayaan, Kinabukasan, Kasaysayan.” The ceremony was participated in by the officers and staff of the Philippine Permanent Mission to the United Nations and the Philippine Consulate General in New York. Independence Day messages of President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. and Secretary for Foreign Affairs Enrique A. Manalo were played. In his message, Philippine Ambassador Jose Manuel G. Romualdez called on the Filipino Community in the United States of America and the Caribbean to unite and honor the sacrifices of our ancestors who secured our nation’s sovereignty and safeguarded our national identity.  The Philippine Permanent Mission to the United Nations and the Philippine Consulate General in New York pose for a photo after the flag ceremony.

Filipino Community Gathers at New York State Capitol for Second Annual Philippine Independence Day Celebration Attendees gather for a group photo at The Well in the New York State Capitol in commemoration of the 126th Anniversary of the Proclamation of Philippine Independence. (Photo by Joselito Paz) For the second year, the Filipino community gathered at the New York State Capitol in Albany on Tuesday, 4 June, to commemorate the 126th Anniversary of the Proclamation of Philippine Independence. This event, co-organized by the Philippine Consulate General in New York and the Office of New York State Assemblymember Steven Raga, underscores the enduring and strong bonds between the state of New York and the Filipino community. Assemblymember Steven Raga introduces the Filipino-American community and recognizes the presence of the Filipino delegation during the morning session of the New York State Assembly. (Photo by Nikka Arenal) Prior to the program was a formal recognition during the morning session of the New York State Assembly. Assemblymember Raga, the highest-ranking Filipino-American official ever elected in New York, introduced the Filipino-American community and recognized the presence of Consul General Senen T. Mangalile and and the delegation from the province of Misamis Oriental. The legislators responded with…

New York PCG and Aurora, Pangasinan, Misamis Oriental Official Delegations Discuss Economic and Cultural Opportunities Official delegations from Misamis Oriental (upper left photo), Aurora (upper right photo), and Pangasinan (lower photo) pay a courtesy visit on Consul General Senen T. Mangalile at the Philippine Center in New York to discuss trade, investment, tourism, and cultural promotion opportunities. (Photo by Nikka B. Arenal) Official delegations from Misamis Oriental, Aurora, and Pangasinan paid a courtesy call on Consul General Senen T. Mangalile on 31 May and 03 June at the Philippine Center in New York to discuss potential trade and investment, tourism, and cultural promotion opportunities. The delegations were headed by Gingoog City Mayor Erick G. Cañosa for Misamis Oriental, Board Member Philippe Jacobson A. Galban for Aurora, and Vice Governor Mark Ronald D. Lambino for Pangasinan. During the meetings, Consul General Mangalile engaged with the delegations on a range of topics, such as potential trade and investment opportunities, tourism, and cultural promotion, among others. They discussed ways to leverage each province's unique resources and business potential, emphasizing the Philippines’ rich and diverse economic and cultural landscape. The delegations highlighted their respective provinces’ key industries and explored areas of collaboration with the Philippine Consulate, the Philippine Trade…

Consul General Mangalile announces upcoming Consulate events during quarterly Media Hour Consul General Senen T. Mangalile (center standing) and Vice Consul Cathe Ryne Denice SAguilar (Far left standing) are joined by the Fil-Am Press Club members during the quarterly gathering between the Consulate and the Filipino-American media. (Photo by Maria Annette F. Aquino-Herrera) On 28 May, Consul General Senen T. Mangalile hosted a luncheon for the members of the Filipino-American media in New York during the quarterly Media Hour. During the luncheon, the Consul General announced the Consulate’s upcoming events for June and July. Tourism Attaché Francisco M. Lardizabal, Vice Consul Cathe Ryne Denice S. Aguilar, and Atty. Alejandra Clemente of Rajah Tours Philippines attended the event. For June, the Consulate has organized or co-organized a number of events to commemorate Philippine Independence Day. These include the Philippine Independence Day celebration on 4 June in Albany in partnership with the Office of New York State Assemblymember Steven Raga and the illumination of iconic landmarks in New York and Philadelphia on 12 June. On 17 June, a flag-raising ceremony at Bowling Green, in collaboration with the New York City Mayor’s Office of Immigrant Affairs, will honor the economic contributions of Filipinos…

PH Consulate General in New York visits Boston Metropolitan Area in Massachusetts for trade and investment opportunities The Philippine Consulate General in New York, led by Consul General Senen T. Mangalile, undertook a visit to Massachusetts on 20-21 May to explore trade and investment opportunities. The tour included high-level meetings and visits to renowned research and development (R&D) institutions to foster collaboration between the Philippines and the Boston Metropolitan Area, particularly in innovation, sustainability, and economic growth. On 20 May, the delegation met with the Office of Economic Opportunity and Inclusion under Boston City Mayor Michelle Wu. Discussions centered on the comparative advantage of the Philippines in developing plant-based fibers such as abaca, banana, and pineapple. Boston representatives highlighted resources, including the Silklab at Tufts University, and its active partnerships with U.S.-based business incubators Sagely, Scroobious, and SeaAhead. They expressed strong interest in supporting the expansion of Filipino enterprises into the U.S. market. (Left photo) The Philippine Consulate General in New York delegation, led by Consul General Senen T. Mangalile [middle of the photo], at the Wyss Institute for Biologically Inspired Engineering at Harvard University. (Right photo) Consul General Mangalile explains the Consulate's Philippine Fiber and Textile program to Wyss…