Nov 9: Unveiling of Marker at the Old Philippine Chancery as a Philippine Historical Landmark
November 9, 2018, Friday 3:30 PM The Embassy of the Republic of the Philippines is proud to announce that its Old Chancery Building has been designated as a Philippine National Historical Landmark by the National Historical Commission of the Philippines A Ceremony to Unveil the Historical Marker will take place …
Help Preserve the Art of Mangyan Scripts – A Philippine National Cultural Treasure
Mangyan refers to an indigenous Philippine ethnic group living on Mindoro Island since the 10th century A.D. Among the most remarkable aspects of their rich culture is the writing system known as “Mangyan Scripts” that remains in use by the Hanunuo and Buhid Mangyan in southeastern Mindoro. The Scripts are …
Diplomatic Outreach Beyond the Beltway
Frederick, Maryland – Philippine Ambassador Jose Manuel “Babe” Romualdez, in partnership with the US-Philippines Society, made a working visit to Frederick, MD, where he met with the mayor and community leaders, and explored business and cultural exchange opportunities, August 1. Centerpiece of his “diplomatic outreach” mission was a speech at …
Video Message from Honorary Chair Maurice Greenberg
Hank Greenberg Message at Wash SyCip Remembrance from US-PH Society on Vimeo.
Video Message from SGV Managing Partner J. Carlitos Cruz
J. Carlitos Cruz Message at Wash SyCip Remembrance from US-PH Society on Vimeo.
Video: Celebrating the Remarkable Life of Washington Z. Sycip (June 30, 1921 – October 7, 2017)
Washington SyCip from US-PH Society on Vimeo.
Wash SyCip Remembrance Remarks by Ambassador John D. Negroponte
Wash SyCip Remembrance Remarks by Amb John D. Negroponte US-Philippines Society Co-Chair Philippine Embassy, June 26, 2018 Ambassador Romualdez, George SyCip, friends and colleagues. I am privileged to join you this evening to celebrate the remarkable life and legacy of Washington SyCip. In my capacity as a former ambassador to …
Washington SyCip Remembrance: Remarks on the links between Mr. SyCip and the metro DC area
Program in Honor of Mr. Washington SyCip Erwin R. Tiongson June 26, 2018 It is an honor to be here with the US-Philippines Society, the Philippine Embassy – all of you – to celebrate the life of an extraordinary individual. I had the privilege of meeting Mr. SyCip some years …
Washington SyCip Remembrance Remarks by George SyCip
US Philippines Society Celebrating the Remarkable Life of Washington Z. SyCip Remarks by George SyCip June 26, 2018, 6:30 PM Philippine Embassy Annex, 2nd Level 1617 Massachusetts Ave NW, Washington, DC 20036 Ladies and Gentlemen, thank you for coming on this very pleasant evening to celebrate the truly remarkable life …
Washington SyCip: Reflections on his Life and Legacy
Washington, D.C. – The US-Philippines Society honored the late Washington Z. SyCip with a celebration of his remarkable life and legacy on June 26 at the Philippine Embassy’s renovated “Old Chancery” building in Washington, D.C. Mr. SyCip helped found the Society and served as an honorary chair. He would have …