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Until recently, the connection between Filipino and Arab culture has long been overlooked. With the narrative often overshadowed by racial stigma and prejudice, many become surprised when finding out that the two cultures are in fact connected through deep, intertwined roots. Bridging the gap between the two cultures, Dubai-based cultural worker and Ateneo Student Eldrick …
The Department of Trade and Industry’s Philippine Trade and Investment Centers in Bangkok, Dubai, Jakarta, Jeddah, Kuala Lumpur, New Delhi, Singapore, and Sydney will hold the first episode of the Trabaho, Negosyo, Kabuhayan (TNK) webinar series on April 30 to provide overseas Filipinos (OFs) with opportunities to invest in the Philippines and support the country’s …
Philippine Ambassador to the UAE, Hjayceelyn ‘Joy’ Quintana, celebrated International Women’s Month on March 19 as one of the special guests in a virtual forum attended by empowered female entrepreneurs, professionals and community leaders based in the UAE. She said in her Opening Remarks at the 7th FEME Forum that while the Philippines has achieved …
In recent years, a wave of sustainable fashion has surged throughout the Philippines. With a need for more locally and ethically sourced products, a rising number of Filipinos have taken up the mantle of responsibility in pushing their green businesses forward. Founded by Mark Palabrica, Aton Ini is one of them – combining Philippine craftsmanship …
BTS UAE Army and startup Springs 15 unite to unveil the first BTS-inspired moving art in the region Dubai, UAE, 3 March 2021: A first-of-its-kind art exhibition that pays tribute to the phenomenal K-pop group BTS will be on display in iconic locations across the country starting March 25. Titled “BTS Meet Street Arts in …
Filipino Expat: If you’re thinking of spreading your wings and moving to certain parts of the world, we’ve gathered some insights from our fellow Filipinos living in key places around the globe to help you plan your next big move.
Last December, in cooperation with Vivz Fashion School , MM Milano showcased it’s latest sustainable fashion collection at Dubai World Fashion Week. Designed by Chona Bacaoco, a Filipina designer based in Milan, Italy, the dresses were made of natural and upscaled textiles like Hablon, Pineapple silk and recycled materials. The show has also brought together …
Liter of Light, a Filipino-born global grassroots solar lighting movement, will build the largest (solar) rosary in the world to unite the Philippines in a prayer for healing in this new year, 2021, which also marks the 500th year of Christianity in the Philippines. The “Light of Faith” (solar) rosary project is being done in …
The brand recently launched an online ad featuring local Filipino personalities to introduce the V20 smartphone in the region. With the release of the new vivo V20 in the emirates and the rest of the GCC, Filipinos have been placed at the center stage as part of the brand’s latest communication initiative. With the official …
Manila ranks among world’s top emerging startup ecosystems The Philippine startup ecosystem is once again featured in the annual Global Startup Ecosystem Report (GSER) by Startup Genome. In its inaugural ranking of the world’s top 100 emerging ecosystems, Manila is ranked 36th globally. The GSER 2020 puts the value of Manila’s startup ecosystem at USD1.6 B, …
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