Turkish cultural day in the Philippines


Date posted: December 13, 2013

Manila, the Philippines

A Turkish cultural promotion event took place in the capital Manila, the Philippines. The event featured traditional Turkish dance performances, food, music, and a photography exhibition along with screenings on Turkey’s natural and historical attractions.

Under the auspices of Mandaluyong Governor, Benjamin C. Abalos, the event was attended by over one hundred Filipinos and a large number of Turks, including general manager and high school principal of Fountain International Schools, Malik Gencer and Mehmet Cetin respectively; Pacific Dialogue Foundation President, Ferhat Kazkondu; Turkish Chamber of Commerce of the Philippines, Irfan Karabulut accompanied by numerous Turkish and Filipino businessmen.

Governor Abalos, in his address, touched on Turkey’s thriving economy, education and rich history. He noted Fountain International Schools with their distinctive approach to education has strengthened the Filipino education system. The governor additionally said they as Filipinos once again witnessed how altruistic and considerate Turkish people are, seeing the aid they provided in the typhoon-hit regions. He expressed his thanks to Turks for their support.

Mandaluyong would like to import Turkish education system to the Philippines and thus cooperate with the local Turkish schools and those in Turkey, the governor revealed. They already kicked off the groundwork, he added.

Next, Turkish Chamber of Commerce President, Irfan Karabulut said, “We’ve organized various events promoting the Philippines in seven Turkish metropolis, with the participation of local state officials and businessmen. The conferences to date have attracted 1,740 attendees in total.” Speaking of the Turkish companies operating in the Philippines, the chamber aspires to invest in Mandaluyong too, he added.

As highlights of the event, Filipino students of Fountain International Schools performed traditional Turkish dances and songs. Moreover, Jose Rizal University students gave a traditional Tinikling performance. The attendees enjoyed the Turkish food and traditional handicrafts exhibition.

Source: Hizmet Movement , December 13, 2013


Related News

Is Hizmet making a feint at Turkish Government?

Akif Beki Journalists and Writers Foundation gave a bulk response to the rumors regarding Hizmet-Government dispute. I did not sense an attempt of making a feint at the government in the text, if we don’t count a few unnecessary sentences. Thinking that folks may want to hear my comments on the topic, I was unable […]

Deputy PM Bozdag: We’re proud of Turkish schools

Turkey’s Deputy Prime Minister Bekir Bozdag paid a visit to the local Turkish school, during his official visits in Moldova. A Moldovan students performed a Turkish song in Bozdag’s honor. “The Turkish schools –be it in Moldova or elsewhere in Europe, Africa, Asia, Middle East or Balkans- have been Turkey’s source of pride. They have […]

German government says Gülen movement not involved in any illegal acts

The German government, led by Chancellor Angela Merkel, has said an extensive assessment of the organizations and foundations of Islamic scholar Fethullah Gülen’s movement in Germany failed to identify any evidence of illegal activity, daily Zaman reported.

Education [for Kurds] in mother tongue

The Wise People Commission has prepared a report on its two months of work and submitted it to Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdoğan. What does Turkey — east and west — think about the settlement? What are the basic expectations and demands? How will concerns that the country could be partitioned be eliminated? Will Turkey […]

Yamanlar and Fatih High Schools’ success at International Science Olympiads

Yamanlar and Fatih Science High Schools won medals at the international physics, chemistry, biology and computer this summer as well. Sebahattin Kasap, CEO of Yamanlar Education Institutions, said; “207 out of 391 medals won so far at the international Olympiads by Turkish student won by Yamanlar Science High School students. We are happy to represent Turkey successfully”.

The Turkish Connection: Pak-Turk Schools

The network of [Pak-Turk] of schools came under the media scanner last month, after the Turkish government demanded that Pakistan close down the entire network following the failed army coup to overthrow Turkish President Erdogan. Since then, Erdogan has ordered a ruthless purge and arrest of anyone even suspected of having links with his political rival, Fethullah Gülen, whom Erdogan holds responsible for the coup attempt.

Latest News

Fethullah Gulen – man of education, peace and dialogue – passes away

Fethullah Gülen’s Condolence Message for South African Human Rights Defender Archbishop Desmond Tutu

Hizmet Movement Declares Core Values with Unified Voice

Ankara systematically tortures supporters of Gülen movement, Kurds, Turkey Tribunal rapporteurs say

Erdogan possessed by Pharaoh, Herod, Hitler spirits?

Devious Use of International Organizations to Persecute Dissidents Abroad: The Erdogan Case

A “Controlled Coup”: Erdogan’s Contribution to the Autocrats’ Playbook

Why is Turkey’s Erdogan persecuting the Gulen movement?

Purge-victim man sent back to prison over Gulen links despite stage 4 cancer diagnosis

In Case You Missed It

Erdoğan, Gülen among 10 Turkish figures in Foreign Policy 500 List

Nearly 2,500 turn up for International Language and Culture Festival in Thailand

Now, speaking Turco-Tweetish is more challenging

Police awaiting outside hospital to detain woman who just gave birth

“Sharing Coexistence Experiences” panel took place in Italy

Gülen says prefers staying longer in US to avoid ‘harming positive things’

Strategic defamation by Stratfor

Copyright 2025 Hizmet News