26 April 2025, Beijing, China – From the vibrant streets of Manila to the scenic hills of Bohol; from the powdery white sands of Boracay to the historic sites of Vigan, the Philippine Embassy in Beijing opened its gates to offer diplomats and other guests a glimpse into Filipino heritage.

The Philippine Embassy brought the fiesta to China to promote Filipino culture and highlight the bonds between the peoples of the Philippines and China.

“This fair is a reminder of our Filipino brand of goodwill and hospitality,” Philippine Ambassador to China Jaime FlorCruz said during the fair held on 26 April 2025. “It is also a reaffirmation of our determination to promote even more vibrant and enduring people-to-people ties.”

The Philippine Fair is part of the commemorative activities marking the 50th anniversary of diplomatic relations between the two countries.

The Ambassador unveiled a tarsier sculpture created by artist Lin Yuwen. Standing around 134 cm tall, “the sculpture blends Chinese craftsmanship and a Filipino cultural icon,” he said.

Ambassador FlorCruz also unveiled a painting of Binondo – the oldest Chinatown in the world, located at the heart of Manila – by Filipino-Chinese artist couple Hau Chiok and Sy Chiu Hua who “bring together Filipino-Chinese creativity and identity.”

The event featured a live band performance by members of the Filipino community, who played a selection of Original Pilipino Music to welcome and entertain dignitaries, including members of the diplomatic corps and Chinese officials.

Seeking to provide audiences with a rich and immersive experience of Filipino culture, members of the Filipino community held a live cooking demonstration of renowned Philippine dishes such as bicol express and tortang talong. 

Attendees also witnessed a performance of arnis, the traditional Filipino martial art practised by Filipino and foreign nationals.

The event featured over 40 booths offering a variety of Filipino ready-to-eat dishes, edible and non-edible products, as well as interactive stations for traditional Filipino games. (30)