15 June 2015 – The Philippine Embassy led the Filipino community in Moscow in commemorating the 117th Anniversary of the Proclamation of Philippine Independence on 12 June 2015.
The celebration formally opened with a flag-raising ceremony followed by Mass and salu-salo of traditional Filipino breakfast dishes with OFWs in Moscow.
Amb. Sorreta conferred the “Ambassador’s Recognition” to two outstanding Filipinos - Dr. Cesar Dalida, MD and Chef Geronimo Reduta - for their contribution in promoting the welfare of OFWs and the country’s image in Russia, respectively. As President of the Filipino Association in Russia (FAR), Dr. Dalida initiated concrete humanitarian projects not only for fellow Filipinos but also for Russian and other foreign nationals. Chef Reduta, on the other hand, is an expert in both European and Asian cuisine and a skilled food stylist. As Executive Chef in a Moscow restaurant chain, he helped promote Philippine gastronomy by introducing Filipino-inspired culinary creations to the Russian public.
The Embassy also organized a singing competition and raffled off prizes to the delight of the community.
A moving impromptu rendition by the Filcom of the patriotic kundiman song,“Bayan Ko”, capped the festive event. END
