🗓️On February 13, 2024, the Residence of the 🇷🇺Russian Ambassador to the Philippines, H.E. Marat Pavlov hosted an artwork turnover ceremony within the “Bridging the Horizons: Naval Cultural Exchange Thru Arts” project.
This initiative promoted jointly by the 🇵🇭Philippine Navy, Visual Artist Ms. Kristine Lim and Goodwill Ambassador, Chairman of International Relations of Manila City Council, Hon. Numero Lim is aimed at fostering mutual understanding and cultural collaboration between nations.
🇵🇭Flag Officer in Command of the Philippine Navy, Vice-Admiral Toribo Adaci, who was unable to attend the event personally, sent an address, in which he underlined the enduring friendship between Russia and the Philippines and expressed hope that the success of the initiative would serve as a bridge to bring the two nations together and promote a deeper understanding of their diverse cultures and traditions.
In his acceptance remark the 🇷🇺Russian envoy thanked the guests for this symbol of the 🇷🇺Russian-🇵🇭Philippine friendship, emphasizing the fruitful development of ties between the capitals of the two countries backed by specific projects.
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This initiative promoted jointly by the 🇵🇭Philippine Navy, Visual Artist Ms. Kristine Lim and Goodwill Ambassador, Chairman of International Relations of Manila City Council, Hon. Numero Lim is aimed at fostering mutual understanding and cultural collaboration between nations.
🇵🇭Flag Officer in Command of the Philippine Navy, Vice-Admiral Toribo Adaci, who was unable to attend the event personally, sent an address, in which he underlined the enduring friendship between Russia and the Philippines and expressed hope that the success of the initiative would serve as a bridge to bring the two nations together and promote a deeper understanding of their diverse cultures and traditions.
In his acceptance remark the 🇷🇺Russian envoy thanked the guests for this symbol of the 🇷🇺Russian-🇵🇭Philippine friendship, emphasizing the fruitful development of ties between the capitals of the two countries backed by specific projects.
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🗓️On February 19, 2024, Metropolitan Pavel of Manila & Hanoi during his pastoral visit to the 🇵🇭Philippines inspected the construction site of a new temple in honor of the Icon of the Mother of God, “Quick to Hear” (Panglao Island).
His Eminence was accompanied by Hieromonk Korniliy (Molev), Secretary of the Philippine-Vietnamese Diocese and other representatives of the 🇷🇺Russian clergy.
A prayer service was held. Metropolitan Pavel blessed the construction site and talked with local parishioners and compatriots. The service was also attended by Hieromonk Alexei (Lapshin), head of the parish of the Iveron Icon of the Mother of God in Manila, and a representative of the 🇷🇺Russian Embassy.
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His Eminence was accompanied by Hieromonk Korniliy (Molev), Secretary of the Philippine-Vietnamese Diocese and other representatives of the 🇷🇺Russian clergy.
A prayer service was held. Metropolitan Pavel blessed the construction site and talked with local parishioners and compatriots. The service was also attended by Hieromonk Alexei (Lapshin), head of the parish of the Iveron Icon of the Mother of God in Manila, and a representative of the 🇷🇺Russian Embassy.
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🗓On February 24, the premiere of the ballet "Le Corsaire" took place on the stage of the prestigious Aliw Theater in 🇵🇭Pasay City.
The theater audience warmly welcomed the performance created by famous 🇵🇭Filipino prima ballerina, graduate of the 🇷🇺Vaganova Choreographic Institute, Ballet Manila Artistic Director, Madame Lisa Macuja Elizalde.
Professional critics and spectators witnessed another triumph of the 🇷🇺Russian ballet School.
🇷🇺H.E. Marat I. Pavlov, Ambassador of the Russian Federation to the Republic of the Philippines, accompanied by Madame Irina V. Pavlova and other Russian Embassy's officials, attended the performance, congratulated Madame Macuja with the success and wished her a new achievements.
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The theater audience warmly welcomed the performance created by famous 🇵🇭Filipino prima ballerina, graduate of the 🇷🇺Vaganova Choreographic Institute, Ballet Manila Artistic Director, Madame Lisa Macuja Elizalde.
Professional critics and spectators witnessed another triumph of the 🇷🇺Russian ballet School.
🇷🇺H.E. Marat I. Pavlov, Ambassador of the Russian Federation to the Republic of the Philippines, accompanied by Madame Irina V. Pavlova and other Russian Embassy's officials, attended the performance, congratulated Madame Macuja with the success and wished her a new achievements.
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The 🇵🇭Philippine official delegation headed by Hon. Drixie May Suarez Cardema, Congresswoman, Vice-Chairperson of the House Defense Committee, Member of the Foreign Affairs Committee, Duterte Youth Party-List representative in the Philippine Congress, has arrived in Sochi for the World Youth Festival.
The World Youth Festival is the largest youth event held on March 1 - 7, 2024 at the Sirius Federal Territory under the decree of 🇷🇺Russian President Vladimir Putin.
Hon. Drixie May Suarez Cardema was accompanied by her family, including her brother Ronald Cardema, Chairman of the National Youth Commission.
Members of the delegation will also visit Moscow with a cultural program.
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The World Youth Festival is the largest youth event held on March 1 - 7, 2024 at the Sirius Federal Territory under the decree of 🇷🇺Russian President Vladimir Putin.
Hon. Drixie May Suarez Cardema was accompanied by her family, including her brother Ronald Cardema, Chairman of the National Youth Commission.
Members of the delegation will also visit Moscow with a cultural program.
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Direct flights between 🇷🇺Russia and the 🇵🇭Philippines have been launched
On March the 7th, 2024 the first direct flight operated by IrAero Airlines arrived in 🇵🇭Manila from the 🇷🇺City of Irkutsk. The direct flight connection was established with an assistance of the Trade Mission and the Russian Embassy in the Philippines.
The flight on the route 🇷🇺Irkutsk - 🇵🇭Manila with a technical stop in Shijiazhuang (PRC) was carried out on a Russian Sukhoi Superjet 100 aircraft with a planeload over 75%.
The Department of Tourism of the Philippines (DOT) and the Manila International Airport Authority (MIAA) organized a welcome ceremony to mark the opening of the new air route between two countries.
As part of the first voyage, a Russian delegation of travel agencies and tour operators arrived in the Philippines to familiarize themselves with the new tourist destination.
The launch of direct flights between 🇷🇺Russia and the 🇵🇭Philippines, as well as the visit of the Russian delegation, are important steps towards increasing the bilateral tourist flow.
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On March the 7th, 2024 the first direct flight operated by IrAero Airlines arrived in 🇵🇭Manila from the 🇷🇺City of Irkutsk. The direct flight connection was established with an assistance of the Trade Mission and the Russian Embassy in the Philippines.
The flight on the route 🇷🇺Irkutsk - 🇵🇭Manila with a technical stop in Shijiazhuang (PRC) was carried out on a Russian Sukhoi Superjet 100 aircraft with a planeload over 75%.
The Department of Tourism of the Philippines (DOT) and the Manila International Airport Authority (MIAA) organized a welcome ceremony to mark the opening of the new air route between two countries.
As part of the first voyage, a Russian delegation of travel agencies and tour operators arrived in the Philippines to familiarize themselves with the new tourist destination.
The launch of direct flights between 🇷🇺Russia and the 🇵🇭Philippines, as well as the visit of the Russian delegation, are important steps towards increasing the bilateral tourist flow.
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🗓On March 7, 2024, the 🇷🇺Russian Ambassador to the Philippines,
H.E. Marat Pavlov paid visits to 🇵🇭Hon. Matthew Marcos Manotoc, Provincial Governor of Ilocos Norte, and Hon. Micheal Marcos Keon, City Mayor of Laoag, to explore potential opportunities of enhancing bilateral cooperation.
During the open and friendly exchange of opinions the parties identified areas of mutual interest such as energy, including renewables, agriculture, tourism, cultural and educational exchanges among others.
After the meeting with Mayor Keon the Russian envoy has outlined the purpose of his mission in a chance interview to the local media.
🇹🇷H.E. Niyazi Evren Akyol, Turkish Ambassador to the Philippines, took part in the productive meetings, which were facilitated by 🇧🇾Ms. Anna Marie Ablan, Honorary Consul of the Republic of Belarus.
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H.E. Marat Pavlov paid visits to 🇵🇭Hon. Matthew Marcos Manotoc, Provincial Governor of Ilocos Norte, and Hon. Micheal Marcos Keon, City Mayor of Laoag, to explore potential opportunities of enhancing bilateral cooperation.
During the open and friendly exchange of opinions the parties identified areas of mutual interest such as energy, including renewables, agriculture, tourism, cultural and educational exchanges among others.
After the meeting with Mayor Keon the Russian envoy has outlined the purpose of his mission in a chance interview to the local media.
🇹🇷H.E. Niyazi Evren Akyol, Turkish Ambassador to the Philippines, took part in the productive meetings, which were facilitated by 🇧🇾Ms. Anna Marie Ablan, Honorary Consul of the Republic of Belarus.
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🗓On March 8, 2024, the 🇷🇺Russian Ambassador to the Philippines,
H.E. Marat Pavlov during his mission in the Ilocos region visited the Heritage province of Ilocos Sur and held a meaningful discussion with the 🇵🇭Provincial Governor Hon. Jeremias C. Singson and 🇵🇭Vigan City Mayor, Hon. Jose C. Singson in the latter's office.
The officials elaborated on ways of enlarging bilateral collaboration in areas of mutual interest and concern with focus on touristic and agricultural potential of Ilocos Sur. In particular, the Philippine side expressed interest in capacity building in the food industry.
The tourist officers of the City Hall highlighted the main attractions of the UNESCO-recognized heritage city of Vigan, which could be included in the tour program for Russian tourists visiting the archipelago. The Ambassador and his team were granted with the "Pasaporte de Turista" of Vigan, which present an original local project of promoting the city as a travel destination.
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H.E. Marat Pavlov during his mission in the Ilocos region visited the Heritage province of Ilocos Sur and held a meaningful discussion with the 🇵🇭Provincial Governor Hon. Jeremias C. Singson and 🇵🇭Vigan City Mayor, Hon. Jose C. Singson in the latter's office.
The officials elaborated on ways of enlarging bilateral collaboration in areas of mutual interest and concern with focus on touristic and agricultural potential of Ilocos Sur. In particular, the Philippine side expressed interest in capacity building in the food industry.
The tourist officers of the City Hall highlighted the main attractions of the UNESCO-recognized heritage city of Vigan, which could be included in the tour program for Russian tourists visiting the archipelago. The Ambassador and his team were granted with the "Pasaporte de Turista" of Vigan, which present an original local project of promoting the city as a travel destination.
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🗓On March 8, 2024 whilst acquainting himself with the Ilocos Norte, 🇷🇺H.E. Marat Pavlov, Ambassador of the Russian Federation to the Republic of the Philippines visited the 🇵🇭Malacañang of the North presidential museum in the Municipality of Paoay.
This majestic palace, located on the shore of the picturesque Paoay lake, was built in 1977 as a gift from then First Lady Imelda Marcos for the 60th birthday of President Ferdinand Marcos Sr.
The 🇷🇺Russian team had an opportunity to immerse itself in the atmosphere of that era by examining the seven rooms of the palace, each dedicated to a certain area of accomplishments of the late leader. The International corner of the museum depicted among others the history of establishment of diplomatic relations between the USSR and the 🇵🇭Philippines.
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This majestic palace, located on the shore of the picturesque Paoay lake, was built in 1977 as a gift from then First Lady Imelda Marcos for the 60th birthday of President Ferdinand Marcos Sr.
The 🇷🇺Russian team had an opportunity to immerse itself in the atmosphere of that era by examining the seven rooms of the palace, each dedicated to a certain area of accomplishments of the late leader. The International corner of the museum depicted among others the history of establishment of diplomatic relations between the USSR and the 🇵🇭Philippines.
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🗓On March 9, 2024, the 🇷🇺Russian Ambassador to the Philippines H.E. Marat Pavlov delivered a keynote address at the 75th foundation anniversary of the 🇵🇭Governor Roque B. Ablan Sr. Memorial Academy Inc.
This high school located in the Municipality of Solsona, Ilocos Norte, was established in 1949 to perpetuate the memory of the valiant hero of WWII, then governor of the province Roque Ablan Sr., who led the resistance against the Japanese occupation forces in that area and perished in the line of duty.
In his speech the envoy emphasized the common values of the two countries and underscored the traditions of the 🇷🇺Russian-🇵🇭Philippine friendship.
The celebration was attended also by the 🇹🇷Turkish Ambassador to the Philippines, H.E. Niyazi Evren Akyol, Mayor of Solsona, Hon. Joseph de Lara, Chairperson of the Board of the Academy, 🇧🇾Ms. Anna Marie Ablan, Honorary Consul of the Republic of Belarus in Manila, among others. The numerous spectators at the Cultural Civic Center of Solsona enjoyed the colorful and enthusiastic performances by the students of the Academy, who demonstrated folk dances and patriotic pantomimes.
After the ceremony the 🇷🇺Russian Ambassador paid a visit to the Shrine of the late Governor Roque Ablan Sr. in the city of 🇵🇭Laoag.
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This high school located in the Municipality of Solsona, Ilocos Norte, was established in 1949 to perpetuate the memory of the valiant hero of WWII, then governor of the province Roque Ablan Sr., who led the resistance against the Japanese occupation forces in that area and perished in the line of duty.
In his speech the envoy emphasized the common values of the two countries and underscored the traditions of the 🇷🇺Russian-🇵🇭Philippine friendship.
The celebration was attended also by the 🇹🇷Turkish Ambassador to the Philippines, H.E. Niyazi Evren Akyol, Mayor of Solsona, Hon. Joseph de Lara, Chairperson of the Board of the Academy, 🇧🇾Ms. Anna Marie Ablan, Honorary Consul of the Republic of Belarus in Manila, among others. The numerous spectators at the Cultural Civic Center of Solsona enjoyed the colorful and enthusiastic performances by the students of the Academy, who demonstrated folk dances and patriotic pantomimes.
After the ceremony the 🇷🇺Russian Ambassador paid a visit to the Shrine of the late Governor Roque Ablan Sr. in the city of 🇵🇭Laoag.
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🗓March 5 - 11, 2024, the myrrh-flowering icon «Softening of Evil Hearts» was on the archipelago.
The Icon Journey was organized by Sergei Fomin, the custodian of the icon, and Natalia Mezentseva, president of the Foundation of St. Boniface Martyr. Parishioners of numerous Orthodox parishes nationwide were able to touch the Source of Grace.
🗓On March 10, 2024, H.E. Marat Pavlov, 🇷🇺Russian Ambassador to the Philippines, visited the Parish of the Iveron Icon of the Mother of God of the Russian Orthodox Church in Manila, where the miraculous image was displayed.
Upon the invitation of Father Alexis, the Parish Rector, 🇻🇦H.E. Charles J. Brown, the Apostolic Nuncio and Doyen of the Diplomatic Corps, followed by the Nunciature officers, also visited the Parish.
The Russian Ambassador, the Apostolic Nuncio (visited the Russian Orthodox temple in Manila for the first time), and Hieromonk Cornelius, Secretary of the Philippine-Vietnamese Diocese, had a fruitful discussion on the activities of religious organizations in the Philippines.
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The Icon Journey was organized by Sergei Fomin, the custodian of the icon, and Natalia Mezentseva, president of the Foundation of St. Boniface Martyr. Parishioners of numerous Orthodox parishes nationwide were able to touch the Source of Grace.
🗓On March 10, 2024, H.E. Marat Pavlov, 🇷🇺Russian Ambassador to the Philippines, visited the Parish of the Iveron Icon of the Mother of God of the Russian Orthodox Church in Manila, where the miraculous image was displayed.
Upon the invitation of Father Alexis, the Parish Rector, 🇻🇦H.E. Charles J. Brown, the Apostolic Nuncio and Doyen of the Diplomatic Corps, followed by the Nunciature officers, also visited the Parish.
The Russian Ambassador, the Apostolic Nuncio (visited the Russian Orthodox temple in Manila for the first time), and Hieromonk Cornelius, Secretary of the Philippine-Vietnamese Diocese, had a fruitful discussion on the activities of religious organizations in the Philippines.
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