{"id":22013,"date":"2025-05-08T17:39:27","date_gmt":"2025-05-08T21:39:27","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/newyorkpcg.org\/pcgny\/?p=22013"},"modified":"2025-05-08T17:41:16","modified_gmt":"2025-05-08T21:41:16","slug":"ph-joins-society-of-foreign-consuls-in-commemorating-100-years-of-diplomacy-in-new-york","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/newyorkpcg.org\/pcgny\/2025\/05\/08\/ph-joins-society-of-foreign-consuls-in-commemorating-100-years-of-diplomacy-in-new-york\/","title":{"rendered":"PH Joins Society of Foreign Consuls in Commemorating 100 Years of Diplomacy in New York"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t
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PH Joins Society of Foreign Consuls in Commemorating 100 Years of Diplomacy in New York<\/h2>\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t
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The Society of Foreign Consuls Executive Committee and special guests gather onstage for a commemorative photo, following the presentation of a Proclamation from the Office of New York City Mayor Eric Adams recognizing the SoFC\u2019s 100 years of diplomatic service. (Photo by the Society of Foreign Consuls in New York)<\/figcaption>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/figure>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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NEW YORK, 05 May 2025<\/strong> \u2014 The Philippine Consulate General in New York joined the consular corps based in New York City in celebrating the 100th Anniversary of the Society of Foreign Consuls (SoFC) in a Gala Reception at the historic Surrogate\u2019s Courthouse in Lower Manhattan.<\/span><\/p>

Established in 1925, the SoFC is the world\u2019s largest and longest-standing organization of foreign consuls. This year\u2019s centennial celebration, themed \u201cA Legacy of Diplomacy, A Future of Possibilities,\u201d<\/em> brought together over 200 members of the diplomatic corps, senior government officials, representatives from partner institutions and international organizations, and members of the diaspora.<\/span><\/p>

Consul General Senen T. Mangalile, who currently serves as Deputy President of the SoFC, helped steer this once-in-a-century celebration alongside the Executive Committee. The Philippine Consulate was represented during the Gala Reception by Deputy Consul General Adrian Elmer S. Cruz, Consul Ricarte B. Abejuela III, and Vice Consul Cathe Ryne Denice S. Aguilar, who are all members of the SoFC.<\/span><\/p>

The Consulate served on the SoFC Working Committee for media and promotions, leading the production of the official video montage, event branding, and a social media campaign designed to amplify the SoFC\u2019s legacy and global impact. As part of the experiential multicultural bar that featured spirits from member countries, the Philippines contributed Tanduay Silver Rum, proudly showcasing Filipino craftsmanship.<\/span><\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t

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The Philippine Consulate General in New York contributes to the centennial celebration through media and branding support, the production of the official SoFC video montage, and participation in the experiential multicultural bar with its featured spirit, Tanduay Silver Rum.<\/figcaption>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/figure>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t
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The evening featured remarks from SoFC President and Consul General of Malaysia Amir Farid Abu Hasan; First Deputy Mayor of New York City Randy Mastro, who presented the official proclamation on behalf of Mayor Eric L. Adams; Commissioner for International Affairs Edward Mermelstein; and Acting Director Cliff Seagroves of the U.S. Department of State\u2019s Office of Foreign Missions.<\/span><\/p>

Reflecting on the significance of the event, Consul General Mangalile shared, \u201cTo be part of this historic occasion is both a privilege and a reminder of our collective responsibility to uphold the values of diplomacy and global cooperation. The SoFC is not just a society\u2014it is a shared commitment to peace, dialogue, and cultural understanding in one of the world\u2019s most diverse cities.\u201d<\/span><\/p>

For more information, including official photos and quotes from keynote speakers, the official SoFC post-event press release is available here. END<\/strong><\/span><\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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