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04 July 2017 DOHA — The Philippine Embassy in Doha led the three-day celebration of the 119th anniversary of the declaration of Philippine independence during the Eid’l Fitr holidays from June 25-27. The celebration commenced with the hoisting of the Philippine flag followed by the traditional almusal ng bayan at the embassy grounds. 

Ambassador Alan L. Timbayan led the ribbon-cutting ceremony at the City Centre Rotana Hotel which was followed by a parade participated in by the different organizations and the different regional festivals in the Philippines.

Ambassador Timbayan highlighted that the theme: Pagbabagong Sama-Samang Balikatin, embodies President Duterte’s commitment to uplift the life and dignity of Filipinos by implementing reforms which will ensure the safety of the public and improve public services.

The annual festivities featured not only cultural presentations and traditional music and dances, but also hosted various meetings, different social and government services and a medical mission. Different Filipino restaurants in Qatar and other non-food exhibitors offered Filipino dishes and various products and services for the public

The event concluded with the Gawad Parangal Para sa Natatanging Overseas Pinoy which aimed to recognize the exceptional performance and contribution of Filipinos in different fields such as Education, Medicine, Engineering, Journalism and Social work.

For more information, visit www.dohape.dfa.gov.ph  or https://www.facebook.com/DohaPhilEmbassy. END