DOHA 16 June 2024 — In commemoration of the 126th anniversary of the declaration of Philippine independence, the Embassy of the Republic of the Philippines in the State of Qatar hosted a reception at the Ritz-Carlton Doha on 13 June 2024.

The reception was graced by His Excellency Minister of Justice and Minister of State for Cabinet Affairs Ibrahim bin Ali al-Mohannadi and His Excellency Director of the Department of Protocol at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Ambassador Ibrahim Yousif Abdullah Fakrouh, along with other notable Qatari officials, heads of diplomatic missions, partner institutions, and members of the Filipino expatriate community.

“The Philippine Embassy here in the State of Qatar joins the millions of Filipinos  all over the world in this remarkable moment of remembrance, where we celebrate the interconnectedness of freedom, the present, and the future,” said Her Excellency Ambassador Lillibeth V. Pono in her keynote address.

Ambassador Pono also lauded the excellent bilateral relations between the Philippines and the State of Qatar, saying, “Our relationship with Qatar is founded on robust people-to-people ties, anchored on the presence of over 240,000 Filipinos in this country from across various sectors and industries. They call Qatar their second home, and collectively, they contribute to the economic vibrancy and dynamism that this peninsula is known for.”

The event was capped off by unique gustatory delights from the tropics and performances showcasing the vibrant artistic culture of the Philippines.

For more information, visit dohape.dfa.gov.ph, facebook.com/PHinQatar, or instagram.com/phinqatar.