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Dhaka, 15 April 2025 – To cap off its celebration of this year’s International Women’s Day and Philippine National Women’s Month, personnel of the Philippine Embassy in Bangladesh enthusiastically...
On 26 April 2025, Her Excellency Nina P. Cainglet, Philippine Ambassador to Bangladesh, graced the closing ceremony of the Notre Dame College Model United Nations Conference #NDCMUN2025 as the Chief Guest.
As she shared words of inspiration to the youth participants, Ambassador Cainglet underlined the importance of the United Nations in providing a platform for international dialogue, collaboration, and consensus-building. She stressed the crucial role of the UN in addressing a wide range of global issues – from human rights, health and humanitarian action, to development, disarmament and disaster and climate risk reduction, from peacemaking to peacekeeping to peacebuilding.
Noting that the Philippines is one of the founding members of the United Nations, Ambassador Cainglet emphasized the country’s strong commitment to upholding the rule of law and to maintaining the integrity of the multilateral system.
“I hope you will remember that complex global issues require concerted efforts and shared responsibilities, and that, while challenges are formidable, so too are our capacities when we come together for a common purpose,” Ambassador Cainglet remarked.
Following the closing ceremony, Ambassador Cainglet was given a campus tour by Dr. Fr. Hemanto Pius Rozario, CSC, Principal of Notre Dame College, and Dr. Md. Azizur Rahman, Moderator of NDCMUN 2025.
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Dhaka, 27 April 2025 — The Philippine Embassy in Bangladesh proudly participated in the vibrant Beautiful Bangladesh Run 2025, a major event that brought thousands of runners together at Hatirjheel, Dhaka. Organized by the Association of Travel Journalists of Bangladesh (ATJFB) and powered by the Bangladesh Tourism Board, the event celebrated health, fitness, and national pride while breathing new energy into one of Dhaka’s most scenic urban landscapes.
Leading the Philippine delegation was Her Excellency Nina P. Cainglet, Ambassador of the Republic of the Philippines to Bangladesh, who also inaugurated the Love the Philippines booth—a colorful showcase promoting the Philippines as a top tourism destination. The booth highlighted iconic Filipino destinations, featuring the powdery white sands of Boracay, the enchanting lagoons of Palawan, and the timeless beauty of the Banaue Rice Terraces. Filipino music, giveaways, and vibrant visuals warmly welcomed Bangladeshi runners and visitors throughout the day.
In an interview during the event, Ambassador Cainglet shared, “It is truly inspiring to witness the energy, unity, and pride of the Bangladeshi people through the Beautiful Bangladesh Run—an event that celebrates not just health and fitness, but also the vibrant soul of this nation. As we run together towards a future of stronger bonds and deeper friendship, I warmly invite our Bangladeshi friends to explore and love the Philippines—where every island is a celebration of nature, culture, and heartfelt hospitality."
She further emphasized the strong values shared by the Philippines and Bangladesh—resilience, love for nature, and community spirit—which form a natural foundation for growing people-to-people ties and tourism exchange. "Come, and let the Philippines welcome you with open arms and unforgettable experiences," she encouraged.
The Embassy’s participation in the Beautiful Bangladesh Run 2025 is part of its ongoing commitment to deepen tourism, cultural, and economic relations between the Philippines and Bangladesh, while supporting platforms that celebrate the vibrant spirit of both nations.
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Dhaka, 19 April 2025 – In celebration of Filipino Food Month (FFM) this April, the Philippine Embassy in Bangladesh proudly joined the Sydney International School Carnival held on Saturday, 19 April 2025, from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM at Gulshan-2, Dhaka. The event provided a vibrant and meaningful platform to highlight the Philippines’ rich culinary traditions and strengthen cultural connections with the Bangladeshi and international communities in Dhaka.
Filipino Food Month, celebrated every April by virtue of Presidential Proclamation No. 469, s. 2018, aims to preserve and promote the country’s culinary heritage by honoring Filipino food as an essential part of the nation's cultural identity and shared history. This initiative is jointly led by the National Commission for Culture and the Arts (NCCA), the Department of Agriculture (DA), the Department of Tourism (DOT), and the Philippine Culinary Heritage Movement (PCHM). The celebration pays tribute to Filipino farmers, fisherfolk, and food artisans who nourish the nation and preserve its culinary legacy.
The Philippine Embassy set up a colorful and welcoming Filipino Food Booth at the carnival, offering a variety of well-loved Filipino dishes and delicacies including arroz caldo, adobo (soy-braised chicken), adobong mani (garlic-fried peanuts), beef pares (soy-stewed beef), buko salad, nilagang mais (boiled corn on the cob), kutsinta (brown rice cake), lumpia, sapin-sapin (layered glutinous rice cake), siomai, halo-halo, sago’t gulaman, spaghetti, yema, and fried chicken with potato salad. A specially designed Sari-Sari Store corner recreated a nostalgic slice of Filipino neighborhood life, drawing attention and smiles from both Filipino and international guests.
Notably, there were three Filipino food stalls at the event, and all three were the first to sell out—a clear reflection of the strong interest and positive reception from attendees. Bangladeshi customers enjoyed the Filipino delicacies, and members of the Filipino community were visibly delighted by the overwhelming support and brisk sales. The success of the food stalls showcased not only the richness of Filipino flavors but also the enthusiasm of the Filipino community in promoting their heritage.
The event was graced by Her Excellency Nina P. Cainglet, Philippine Ambassador to Bangladesh, along with officials and personnel from the Embassy, members of the Filipino community, Bangladeshi friends, and members of the diplomatic corps. The Embassy’s participation was also made possible through the efforts of Kolpokar, a Filipino-owned restaurant in Dhaka, and enterprising members of the local Filipino community.
Through this initiative, the Embassy successfully promoted Filipino cuisine as a cultural bridge, while also providing opportunities for economic empowerment and community engagement. The event reaffirmed the Philippines’ commitment to fostering goodwill and cross-cultural appreciation in Bangladesh through food, warmth, and Filipino hospitality.
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The Philippine Embassy in Bangladesh warmly welcomed executives of Square Pharmaceuticals, one of Bangladesh’s largest pharmaceutical companies, during a courtesy call on Her Excellency Ambassador Nina P. Cainglet. The officials from Square shared their longstanding interest in the Philippines, including product registration and partnerships with Filipino distributors, as part of their vision to increase regional presence with 35 pharmaceutical products already submitted for registration and more on the way. Square also expressed strong interest in contributing to the country’s Universal Healthcare goals. The meeting underscored the Philippines’ growing potential as a strategic hub for quality and affordable medicines. The Embassy looks forward to supporting greater trade and public health collaboration between the Philippines and Bangladesh!
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