APPCU 2022 News Articles and Media Stories (Part 2)
The video post (video stamp 0:42 – 20:20, 28:03 – 30:23) on Chinatown TV’s YouTube channel is an introduction of four (4) of the ten (10) Laureates of the 2022 Award for Promoting Philippines-China Understanding, and a presentation of their very inspiring stories and achievements, and their advocacies. Namely, Princess Jacel Kiram – daughter of Jamalul Kiram III and a descendant of the Sultan of Sulu, Paduka Batara; Angeles University Foundation (AUF)’s Confucius Institute (CI)’s Philippine Director, Prof. Cavin Pamintuan; famous film Director and journalist, screenplay writer and self-taught literary craftsman, Mr. Mauro Gia Samonte; and, renowned and esteemed public figure in the Philippines, Ambassador Francisco Benedicto. Continue watching to be enlightened and inspired…
The news article is all about the late Philippine Ambassador to China Jose Santiago “Chito” Sta. Romana and the special award bestowed on him by the Association for Philippines-China Understanding (APCU) and the Embassy of the People’s Republic of China in the Philippines under its Award for Promoting Philippines-China Understanding (APPCU). The Gawad Sultan Paduka Pahala Special Award is bestowed on the esteemed envoy and statesman to pay tribute to his efforts through time in strengthening friendly ties and promote mutual understanding between the Philippines and China; his efforts and relevant contributions have been instrumental in maintaining a healthy friendship and cooperative relations between China and the Philippines. His dedication to promoting people-to-people interaction by sharing his appreciation, knowledge and perception of China, and ideals in maintaining amity amid and despite disputes through diplomatic means and channels, considering that China and the Philippines share important historical roots is Sta. Romana’s legacy and best work. And so APPCU recognizes all these.
The video post on Global Talk News Radio’s Opinyon Ngayon of an interview with Angeles University Foundation (AUF)’s Confucius Institute’s Philippine Director, Prof. Cavin Franco Pamintuan, a Laureate under the Major Contribution Category of the Award for Promoting Philippines-China Understanding or APPCU, with Ka Mentong Laurel and Ka Ado Paglinawan. Dir. Pamintuan discussed the importance of learning Chinese Mandarin, that it’s through education that we give our students a new perspective to view China. He further said that what is good about education is that we just let our students to learn the language, learn the culture, so/to understand more of China; and later on to build trust, to build mutual understanding. Continue watching for more of the lively and hopeful discussion…
The news article is all about Former President Joseph Ejercito Estrada and the Hall of Fame Award of the Award for Promoting Philippines-China Understanding (APPCU) bestowed on him by the Association for Philippines-China Understanding (APCU) and the Embassy of the People’s Republic of China in the Philippines. The award bestowed on him is for his continuous efforts in supporting the Filipino-Chinese community by acknowledging their valuable contributions to the Philippine economy and nation-building. Likewise, APPCU recognizes the former President ’s vocal expression of support and cooperation with China as a regional partner in Asia and the Association of Southeast Asian (ASEAN) member countries. Thus, APPCU acknowledges his prestige and stature, and the immense effort of work extended over time, and so finds him worthy of this accolade.
A post on the Facebook page of SMNI News that serves as an invitation to the Award for Promoting Philippines-China Understanding (APPCU) 2022 Media Forum.
The news article is all about former Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary to the People’s Republic of China, Francisco Benedicto and the Hall of Fame Award under the Award for Promoting Philippines-China Understanding (APPCU) bestowed on him by the Association for Philippines-China Understanding (APCU) and the Embassy of the People’s Republic of China in the Philippines. APPCU recognizes Ambassador Francisco Benedicto’s relevant contributions in opening and promoting amity and harmonious channels for trade and cultural exchanges between the Philippines and China, as well as his vast experience in government and diplomatic services which undoubtedly enabled him to observe the needs of his own country keenly and to identify the opportunities available for its economy to thrive in the years to come through the support and cooperative ties with China. Thus, APPCU acknowledges his prestige and stature, and the immense effort of work extended over time, and so finds him worthy of this accolade.
A post on the Facebook page of SMNI News that introduces H.E. Jose Santiago “CHITO” L. Sta. Romana, bestowed with APPCU 2022 Special Award, the Gawad Sultan Paduka Pahala.
The video post on Global Talk News Radio’s Opinyon Ngayon of an interview with Mr. Wilson Lee Flores and Prof. Celso L. Cainglet, Laureates both under the Outstanding Contribution and Major Contribution Category respectively, of the Award for Promoting Philippines-China Understanding or APPCU, with Ka Mentong Laurel and Ka Ado Paglinawan. Ka Mentong asked Mr. Flores what to him is the importance and significance of the Award/APPCU and what he feels about it, to which Mr. Flores replied that he is grateful for the Award; most especially as it is a very good project to encourage more people to do more work to promote understanding between our two countries. But before that, from a Zoom interview, Ka Mentong asked Prof. Celso L. Cainglet on how does it feel to be recognized as one of those who have been promoting the understanding between the Philippines and China. To which Prof. Cainglet firstly thanked Ka Mentong for the nomination; he then mentioned that he feels victorious. To what? Continue watching for more details and a very lively discussion…
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A video post on the Facebook page of Chinatown TV 菲中电视台, introducing Mr. Rodrigo “Rod” Kapunan, a Laureate of the Outstanding Contributions Category of the Award for Promoting Philippines-China Understanding. It is a presentation of his inspiring story, his achievements and his advocacy. Continue watching to be enlightened and inspired…
A video post on the Facebook page of Chinatown TV 菲中电视台, introducing Mr. Wilson Lee Flores, a Laureate of the Outstanding Contributions Category of the Award for Promoting Philippines-China Understanding. It is a presentation of his inspiring story, his achievements and his advocacy. Continue watching to be enlightened and inspired…
A video post on the Facebook page of Chinatown TV 菲中电视台, introducing Mr. Paul Gutierrez, a Laureate of the Major Contributions Category of the Award for Promoting Philippines-China Understanding. It is a presentation of his inspiring story, his achievements and his advocacy. Continue watching to be enlightened and inspired…
A video post on the Facebook page of Chinatown TV 菲中电视台, introducing Prof. Celso Cainglet, a Laureate of the Major Contributions Category of the Award for Promoting Philippines-China Understanding. It is a presentation of his inspiring story, his achievements and his advocacy. Continue watching to be enlightened and inspired…
The news article is all about Ms. April Marie Dayap, and the Award under the Major Contribution Category of the Award for Promoting Philippines-China Understanding (APPCU) bestowed on her by the Association for Philippines-China Understanding (APCU) and the Embassy of the People’s Republic of China in the Philippines. As APPCU recognizes individuals for their works and efforts that have a growing reach and impact on the lives of specific groups or communities of people at the grassroots level, recognition is conferred on Ms Dayap for her efforts in serving as an instrument for the strengthening of the sisterhood cities pact between Davao City and various localities in China, such as Nanning in Guangxi, Jinjian in Fujian, Chongqing City, and Sanya of Hainan. Her contributions to the advancement of Davao City and China bilateral relations, commerce and trade, friendship and mutual understanding, such as in facilitating a renewed view and appreciation of the Chinese people among fellow Filipinos, as well as her viewpoint that an openness to work in partnership with the Chinese as a key to the progress and development of Davao City and the Philippines in its entirety, has also been recognized by APPCU.
A post on the Facebook page of SMNI News that introduces former President Joseph Ejercito Estrada, a Laureate of the Hall of Fame Category of the Award for Promoting Philippines – China Understanding.
A post on the Facebook page of SMNI News that introduces Mr. Wilson Lee Flores, a Laureate of the Outstanding Contributions Category of the Award for Promoting Philippines – China Understanding.
A post on the Facebook page of Chinatown TV 菲中电视台that introduces Mr. Rodrigo “Rod” Kapunan, a Laureate of the Outstanding Contributions Category of the Award for Promoting Philippines – China Understanding.
The news article recounts this year’s individual recipients and their field/s of endeavor for the three (3) categories of the Award for Promoting Philippines-China Understanding (APPCU). The article then narrates that APPCU pays special tribute to Filipinos who have made efforts through time to strengthen friendly ties and promote mutual understanding between the Philippines and China using their respective advocacies and expertise in the various fields and disciplines; and that this year, the APPCU organizing committee will extend a special award, the Gawad Sultan Paduka Pahala, to honor the late Philippine ambassador to China Jose Santiago “Chito” Sta. Romana.
A post on the Facebook page of SMNI News that introduces Ambassador Francisco L. Benedicto, a Laureate of the Hall of Fame Category of the Award for Promoting Philippines – China Understanding.
The article is all about Mr. Mauro Gia Samonte, and the Award under the Outstanding Contribution Category of the Award for Promoting Philippines-China Understanding (APPCU) bestowed on him by the Association for Philippines-China Understanding (APCU) and the Embassy of the People’s Republic of China in the Philippines. As APPCU recognizes individuals of lesser prominence than the Hall of Fame awardees but nonetheless made notable contributions to promoting and strengthening Philippines-China bilateral relations, friendship, cooperation and understanding, recognition is conferred on Mr. Samonte for his writings in more than a hundred articles in his column that deal with China, 50 of which have already been published in an anthology titled China, The Way, The Truth and The Life. Among the things that remain a frustration for him though is the making into film of the screenplay “Laurel,” by which he intends to straighten out the many distortions of the real history of World War 2 in the Philippines. It is his firm belief that Sinophobia among Filipinos is caused less by their actual anti-Chinese sentiments than by the continuing cultural enslavement by Americans. His book, China, The Way, The Truth and The Life, is evidently the main credential for Mr. Samonte in being chosen for the Outstanding Contributions category, and which is just one of the things he has intended to do by which to help in the betterment of Philippines-China understanding.
A post on the Facebook page of Chinatown TV 菲中电视台that introduces Prof. Celso Cainglet, a Laureate of the Major Contributions Category of the Award for Promoting Philippines – China Understanding.
The news article is all about Princess Jacel Kiram, and the Award under the Outstanding Contribution Category of the Award for Promoting Philippines-China Understanding (APPCU) bestowed on her by the Association for Philippines-China Understanding (APCU) and the Embassy of the People’s Republic of China in the Philippines. As APPCU recognizes individuals of lesser prominence than the Hall of Fame awardees but nonetheless made notable contributions to promoting and strengthening Philippines-China bilateral relations, friendship, cooperation and understanding, recognition is conferred on Princess Jacel Kiram for her efforts and initiatives in facilitating the strengthening of friendship between the Philippines and China and for her vocal expression of amity and gratitude, especially concerning the preservation of the history and legacy of her ancestor, the Sultan of Sulu.
A post on the Facebook page of SMNI News that introduces Ms. April Marie C. Dayap, a Laureate of the Major Contributions Category of the Award for Promoting Philippines – China Understanding.
The article is all about Mr. Paul Gutierrez and the Award under the Major Contribution Category of the Award for Promoting Philippines-China Understanding (APPCU) bestowed on him by the Association for Philippines-China Understanding (APCU) and the Embassy of the People’s Republic of China in the Philippines. As APPCU recognizes individuals for their works and efforts that have a growing reach and impact on the lives of specific groups or communities of people at the grassroots level, recognition is conferred on Mr. Gutierrez for all the efforts and contributions made through his craft, not only in facilitating a greater awareness of the historical ties between the Philippines and China but in promoting every aspect of strengthening their friendly and brotherly relations as well. Mr. Gutierrez is reckoned to be one of the few journalists in the country who has been vocal in expressing his favor for strengthening Philippines and China relations. To quote, “For me, China and the Philippines are ‘brothers’ bound by their shared history and their common struggle for national independence and against Western/US Imperialism. I had always noted that long before Western colonialists arrived on Philippine shores, China and the Philippines have always been friends and trading partners. They fought together during the Filipinos’ struggle for independence, first against Spanish colonialism, US imperialism and then against Japanese militarism.”
The video post (video stamp 0:48 – 11:59, 13:35 – 20:13, 25:49 – 31:39) on Chinatown TV’s YouTube channel is an introduction of four (4) of the ten (10) Laureates of the 2022 Award for Promoting Philippines-China Understanding, and a presentation of their very inspiring stories and achievements, and their advocacies. Namely, Senior lecturer at the University of the Philippines Visayas, Professor Celso Cainglet (1); Manila Standard columnist and contributor of China Daily Global Edition; & Global Times, Mr. Rodrigo ‘Rod’ Kapunan (2); Honorary Chairman of Anvil Business Club, Board Member and Chairman of FFCCCII Public Information and Media Committee, and Moderator of Pandesal Forum at 83-year-old Kamuning Bakery Café, Mr. Wilson Lee Flores (3); and, former President and now the Secretary of the National Press Club (NPC), Columnist/Reporter for the Philippine Journalists Inc. (PJI), publisher of People’s Journal, People’s Journal Tonight, & the owner and publisher of Pinoy Exposé, Mr. Paul Gutierrez (4). Continue watching to be enlightened and inspired…
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(1) https://www.facebook.com/watch/?v=417376113339643
(2) https://www.facebook.com/watch/?v=747928379732765
A post on the Facebook page of SMNI News that introduces Mr. Mauro Gia Samonte, a Laureate of the Outstanding Contributions Category of the Award for Promoting Philippines – China Understanding.
The news article is all about Mr. Rodrigo “Rod” Kapunan, and the Award under the Outstanding Contribution Category of the Award for Promoting Philippines-China Understanding (APPCU) bestowed on him by the Association for Philippines-China Understanding (APCU) and the Embassy of the People’s Republic of China in the Philippines. As APPCU recognizes individuals of lesser prominence than the Hall of Fame awardees but nonetheless made notable contributions to promoting and strengthening Philippines-China bilateral relations, friendship, cooperation and understanding, recognition is conferred on Mr. Kapunan, for as a columnist, he has written several articles on China’s foreign policies, culture and shared community principles enunciated by Chinese President Xi Jinping and other important issues involving the South China Sea disputes. As may be gleaned from his writings, he is keen on the support and aid extended by China to the Philippines as an Asian neighbor. Contrary to the mindset that has blinded many Filipinos today, he sees the Philippines-China cooperation as an opportunity more than a threat to the country’s economy and security. Thus, APPCU recognizes his efforts and contributions made as a writer, as a columnist and as a political analyst in forging better relations with China and by acknowledging the important role of China in aiding the development of the Philippine economy.
A post on the Facebook page of SMNI News that introduces Princess Jacel Kiram, a Laureate of the Outstanding Contributions Category of the Award for Promoting Philippines – China Understanding.
A post on the Facebook page of Chinatown TV 菲中电视台that introduces Mr. Wilson Lee Flores, a Laureate of the Outstanding Contributions Category of the Award for Promoting Philippines – China Understanding.
The article is all about Prof. Celso Cainglet, and the Award under the Major Contribution Category of the Award for Promoting Philippines-China Understanding (APPCU) bestowed on him by the Association for Philippines-China Understanding (APCU) and the Embassy of the People’s Republic of China in the Philippines. As APPCU recognizes individuals for their works and efforts that have a growing reach and impact on the lives of specific groups or communities of people at the grassroots level, recognition is conferred on him for his vocal expression and potent stance in promoting better ties, understanding, friendship and cooperation with China as a neighbor in Asia, particularly on issues involving the West Philippine Sea and the eastern parts of the South China Sea. For him, there are valuable lessons to be learned from the experiences of Taiwan and Vietnam, especially where international diplomacy is essential. To quote, “… while there may be disputes on territorial claims, as a nation, Filipinos must not be stuck with this discourse as there are other aspects that require immediate attention such as enabling the economy to thrive for the good and benefit of the majority.”
A post on the Facebook page of SMNI News that introduces Mr. Paul Gutierrez, a Laureate of the Major Contributions Category of the Award for Promoting Philippines – China Understanding.
The news article is all about AUF’s Confucius Institute’s Philippine Director, Cavin Franco Pamintuan, and the Award under the Major Contribution Category of the Award for Promoting Philippines-China Understanding (APPCU) bestowed on him by the Association for Philippines-China Understanding (APCU) and the Embassy of the People’s Republic of China in the Philippines. As APPCU recognizes individuals for their works and efforts that have a growing reach and impact on the lives of specific groups or communities of people at the grassroots level, recognition is conferred on him for as an educator, he has been actively involved in advocacies to promote the Chinese language and the culture of the Philippines in secondary schools. Thus, APPCU recognizes Dir. Pamintuan for his dedication and advocacies, particularly in teaching and promoting the Chinese language among fellow educators and secondary students, which is deemed relevant in broadening and strengthening cultural exchanges and ties between the Philippines and China.
The video post on Global Talk News Radio’s Ang Maestro of an interview with Mr. Paul Gutierrez, Laureate under the Major Contribution Category of the Award for Promoting Philippines-China Understanding or APPCU, with Ka Mentong Laurel and Ka Ado Paglinawan. Ka Mentong asked him on what he can say is the impact of being an APPCU laureate in his own work as a journalist, to which he replied that he is humbled by the recognition given by APCU award-giving body. And that, in attending to his job with compassion, sincerity and objectivity, at the end of the day you will be surprised that somehow you will be recognized (for it). He also mentioned that he is a believer of a stronger and better relationship between China and the Philippines because even our historical records will show that the Filipinos and the Chinese have long been friends. Continue watching to hear of some other matters discussed, such as about the National Press Club, as he is presently the Secretary General; about the relationship between the Aquinos and the Joma Sison/CPP-NPA; about the result of the recent national election, the Covid-19 vaccine Sinovac donated by China; the proposal of Mexico to the U.S. of planting trees in South and Central America worth US$4B vs. the U.S. support for war efforts in Ukraine worth US$40B; etc…
A post on the Facebook page of SMNI News that introduces Mr. Rodrigo “Rod” Kapunan, a Laureate of the Outstanding Contributions Category of the Award for Promoting Philippines – China Understanding.
The news report in Chinese recounts this year’s individual recipients and their field/s of endeavor for the three (3) categories of the Award for Promoting Philippines-China Understanding (APPCU); namely the Hall of Fame, the Outstanding Contribution and Major Contribution categories. The report then narrates that APPCU specifically commends Filipinos for their longstanding use of their respective advocacy and expertise in the fields and disciplines of mass media and public service, trade, and commerce, the arts, culture and science, to strengthen friendly relations between the Philippines and China and promote mutual understanding. And that this year, APPCU presented a special posthumous award, the Gawad Sultan Paduka Pahala, to the late Philippine ambassador to China, Jose Santiago “Chito” Sta. Romana. The report also mentions that the award ceremony will be held on June 10.
A post on the Facebook page of SMNI News that introduces Prof. Celso Cainglet, a Laureate of the Major Contributions Category of the Award for Promoting Philippines – China Understanding.
The news article is all about Mr. Wilson Lee Flores, and the Award under the Outstanding Contribution Category of the Award for Promoting Philippines-China Understanding (APPCU) bestowed on him by the Association for Philippines-China Understanding (APCU) and the Embassy of the People’s Republic of China in the Philippines. As APPCU recognizes individuals of lesser prominence than the Hall of Fame awardees but nonetheless made notable contributions to promoting and strengthening Philippines-China bilateral relations, friendship, cooperation and understanding, recognition is conferred on him for he pioneered in writing about the often misunderstood and unheralded immigrant Chinese entrepreneurs and humanized their stories of struggles in his weekly Monday column called “Roots of Philippine Business” for the Manila Chronicle newspaper. These works were translated into the Chinese language and published first on the front page of Chinese Commercial News and weekly in World News. Thus, this year, APPCU recognizes Mr. Wilson Lee Flores as one of its worthy recipients for his efforts and contributions to facilitating a better understanding of the Chinese culture and the Chinese community in the Philippines, through his many writings as well as through his many socio-civic and cultural initiatives.
A post on the Facebook page of SMNI News that introduces AUF’s Confucius Institute’s Philippine Director Cavin Pamintuan, a Laureate of the Major Contributions Category of the Award for Promoting Philippines – China Understanding.
The news report in Chinese recounts this year’s winners and their field/s of endeavor for the three (3) categories of the Award for Promoting Philippines-China Understanding (APPCU); namely the Hall of Fame, the Outstanding Contribution and Major Contribution categories. The report then narrates that APPCU is jointly organized by the Association for Philippines-China Understanding (APCU) and the Embassy of the People’s Republic of China in the Philippines, and that it specifically commends Filipinos for their longstanding use of their respective advocacy and expertise in the fields and disciplines of mass media and public service, trade, and commerce, the arts, culture and science, to strengthen friendly relations between the Philippines and China and promote mutual understanding. Also, this year, APPCU Committee presented a special posthumous award, the Gawad Sultan Paduka Pahala, to the late Philippine ambassador to China, Jose Santiago “Chito” Sta. Romana. The award ceremony will be held on June 10.
The news article narrates that the Award for Promoting Philippines- China Understanding’ (APPCU) pays special tribute to Filipinos who have made efforts through time to strengthen friendly ties and promote mutual understanding between the Philippines and China using their respective advocacies and expertise in the various fields and disciplines of Mass Media and Public Service; Trade and Commerce; Arts, Culture and the Sciences. It then reported this year’s 10 awardees, and said that those selected passed the APPCU committee’s 3-stages selection and judging process. A special awarding ceremony is to be attended by Chinese Ambassador to the Philippines HE Huang Xilian on June 10, 2022 at the Dusit Hotel, Makati City, while former Philippine President Gloria Macapagal Arroyo, APCU Chairman Emeritus, is also expected to attend the event. All awardees will receive a trophy, a recognition plaque, and a certificate, while prize money will be given to each awardee for the Outstanding Contributions and Major Contributions categories. A Special Award will be presented for the late Philippine Ambassador to China, Jose Santiago ‘Chito’ Sta. Romana, the ‘Gawad Sultan Paduka Pahala’, in recognition of his immense contributions to fostering a closer and deeper relationship between the Philippines and China.
The news article reports that the Association for Philippines-China Understanding (APCU) and the Embassy of the People’s Republic of China in the Philippines have announced the 10 recipients of the Award for Promoting Philippines-China Understanding (APPCU) for 2022. The APPCU committee also extended a Special Award, the Gawad Sultan Paduka Pahala, to the late Philippine ambassador to China, Jose Santiago ‘Chito’ Sta. Romana. The ten awardees will be recognized in an award ceremony to be held on June 10.
A post on the Facebook page of SMNI News that introduces Mr. Wilson Lee Flores, a Laureate of the Outstanding Contributions Category of the Award for Promoting Philippines – China Understanding.
The video <video time stamp: 0:48 – 4:47> mentions the 2021 APPCU awards, and then narrates that the awards is a joint effort of the Association for Philippines-China Understanding (APCU) and the Embassy of the People’s Republic of China in the Philippines, as well as its aim. The host/s, then recounts this year’s awardees for the various categories of the Award for Promoting Philippines-China Understanding.
After the successful launch of the Award for Promoting Philippines-China Understanding last year (2021), the Association for Philippines-China Understanding (APCU) and the Embassy of the People’s Republic of China in the Republic of the Philippines are delighted to announce the Ten Laureates of APPCU this year (2022)
A video post on the Facebook Page of Global Talk News Radio’s Opinyon Ngayon, where the guest is Mr. Mauro Gia Samonte, 2022 APPCU Outstanding Contribution Category Awardee.
The report narrates that from the successful launch in 2021 of the Award for Promoting Philippines-China Understanding (APPCU), the Association for Philippines-China Understanding (APCU) and the Embassy of the People’s Republic of China in the Republic of the Philippines have announced the Ten Laureates for APPCU 2022. It then describes that APPCU pays special tribute to Filipinos who promoted mutual understanding between the Philippines and China using their respective advocacies and expertise in the various fields of mass media and public service; trade and commerce; and arts, culture, and the sciences. The report then recounts this year’s individual recipients and their field/s of endeavor for the three (3) categories, namely: the Hall of Fame, the Outstanding Contribution and Major Contribution categories. In addition, a special award called the Gawad Sultan Paduka Pahala will also be given this year to the late Philippine Ambassador to China, Jose Santiago “Chito” Sta. Romana.
The Facebook post in Chinatown TV narrates that after the successful launch in 2021 of the Award for Promoting Philippines-China Understanding (APPCU), spearheaded by the Association for Philippines-China Understanding (APCU) and the Embassy of the People’s Republic of China in the Republic of the Philippines, they have announced the Ten Laureates for APPCU 2022. The award where special tribute is bestowed to Filipinos who have contributed through time to strengthen friendly ties and promote mutual understanding between the Philippines and China in their respective advocacies and expertise in various fields and disciplines, such as in Mass Media and Public Service; Trade and Commerce; and Arts, Culture, and the Sciences. The prestige of their work, its nature, and extent are essentially the basis for identifying the respective award category for the ten (10) individuals, from both the public and private sector, and who have passed the three-stage selection and judging process. The three (3) categories are: The Hall of Fame category, which acknowledges the prestige and stature of the individual, and the immense effort of work the individual has done over time, as may be evidenced by the extent of reach, impact, and reception of the work(s) by communities and societies; The Outstanding Contributions category, which recognizes individuals of lesser prominence but has nonetheless made notable contributions to promoting and strengthening Philippines-China bilateral relations, friendship, cooperation, and understanding; and the Major Contributions category, which recognizes the works of individuals whose works have a growing reach and impact on the lives of specific groups or communities of people at the grassroots level. This year, the organizing committee of APPCU is also bestowing a Special Award, the Gawad Sultan Paduka Pahala, to the late Philippine Ambassador to China, His Excellency Jose Santiago “Chito” Sta. Romana. An Award Ceremony will be held on the 10th of June 2022, and all awardees will receive a trophy, a recognition plaque, and a certificate. In addition, prize money will be given to each awardee for the Outstanding Contributions and Major Contributions categories.
The video post on the Facebook page of SMNI News’ Newsline World is a news report on this year’s awardees of the Award for Promoting Philippines-China Understanding (APPCU). It narrated that the Association for Philippines-China Understanding (APCU) and the Embassy of the People’s Republic of China in the Philippines has announced the ten (10) individuals who have passed the 3-stage selection and judging process and so have been duly recognized for their contribution in fostering, promoting Philippines-China understanding in their field of discipline. The report recounts each awardee for the three (3) awards categories, as well as the Special Award for Ambassador Jose Santiago “Chito” Sta Romana.
A video post on the Facebook page of Global Talk News Radio’s Opinyon Ngayon of an interview with Mr. Mauro Gia Samonte, Laureate under the Outstanding Contribution Category of the Award for Promoting Philippines-China Understanding or APPCU, with Ka Mentong Laurel and Ka Ado Paglinawan. Ka Mentong, on behalf of APPCU Committee Vice-Chair Anna Malindog-Uy, asked Mr. Samonte how he feels about being one of the laureates of the Award/APPCU. To which Mr. Samonte replied that “hindi ko inaasahan ito.” He said that when he started writing about China it was a matter of conviction, he did not have any intention of becoming a ‘bida’. “Masaya ako na nakapag ambag ako sa pagpapabuti ng relasyon ng Philippines at ng China, without any expectation of any reward whatsoever… Pero nangyari na kaya malaking pasalamat ko dyan…”
Continue watching to hear more of Mr. Samonte’s views on how to further deepen the friendship and understanding between the Philippines and China, as well as more discussions among the hosts and guest on the result of the recent Presidential election – BBM Flying high…
The blog/report narrates that from the successful launch of the 2021 ‘Award for Promoting Philippines-China Understanding‘ (APPCU), spearheaded by the Association for Philippines-China Understanding (APCU) and the Embassy of the People’s Republic of China in the Republic of the Philippines are delighted to announce the Ten Laureates for APPCU 2022. The award where special recognition is given to Filipinos who have contributed through time to strengthen friendly ties and promote mutual understanding between the Philippines and China in their respective advocacies and expertise in the various fields and disciplines, such as in Mass Media and Public Service; Trade and Commerce; and Arts, Culture, and the Sciences. The prestige of their work, its nature, and extent are essentially the basis for identifying the respective award category for the ten (10) individuals, from both the public and private sector, who passed the three-stage selection and judging process. And, the three (3) categories are: The Hall of Fame category, which acknowledges the prestige and stature of the individual, and the immense effort of work the individual has done over time, as may be evidenced by the extent of reach, impact, and reception of the work(s) by communities and societies; The Outstanding Contributions category, which recognizes individuals of lesser prominence but has nonetheless made notable contributions to promoting and strengthening Philippines-China bilateral relations, friendship, cooperation, and understanding; and the Major Contributions category, which recognizes the works of individuals whose works have a growing reach and impact on the lives of specific groups or communities of people at the grassroots level. Also, this year, the organizing committee of APPCU is extending a Special Award, the Gawad Sultan Paduka Pahala, to the late Philippine Ambassador to China, His Excellency Jose Santiago “Chito” Sta. Romana. An Award Ceremony will be held on the 10th of June this year. All awardees will receive a trophy, a recognition plaque, and a certificate. On the other hand, prize money will be given to each awardee for the Outstanding Contributions and Major Contributions categories.
The report mentions that the Association for Philippines-China Understanding (APCU) and the Chinese Embassy in Manila announced the 10 APPCU laureates for 2022, and that Former President Joseph “Erap” Estrada has been chosen as one of the Hall of Fame honorees for the 2022 Award for Promoting Philippines-China Understanding (APPCU). The other Hall of Fame winner was the former ambassador to China, Francisco Benedicto, The report then mentions that the APPCU committee on Wednesday also said that it extended a special posthumous award, the Gawad Sultan Paduka Pahala, to the late Philippine ambassador to China, Jose Santiago “Chito” Sta. Romana, who died on April 19. The report then exhorts that for further details read on the article in The Manila Times posted here (https://www.manilatimes.net/2022/05/18/news/ex-president-estrada-named-to-hall-of-fame-in-ph-china-awards/1844105).
The news article reports this year’s individual recipients of the three (3) categories of the Award for Promoting Philippines-China Understanding (APPCU); namely the Hall of Fame, the Outstanding Contribution and Major Contribution categories. The report then narrates that APPCU pays special tribute to Filipinos who have promoted mutual understanding between the Philippines and China using their respective advocacies and expertise in the various fields of mass media and public service; trade and commerce; and arts, culture, and the sciences. This year, the APPCU Committee pays tribute with a special posthumous award, the Gawad Sultan Paduka Pahala, to the late Philippine ambassador to China, Jose Santiago “Chito” Sta. Romana who died on April 19. The report then mentions that the awarding ceremony will be held on June 10., and all the awardees will receive a trophy, a recognition plaque and a certificate, while prize money will also be given to each awardee for the Outstanding Contributions and Major Contributions categories.
The blog report mentions that the Association for Philippines-China Understanding (APCU) and the Chinese Embassy in Manila have announced the 10 Award for Promoting Philippines-China Understanding (APPCU) Laureates for 2022. The APPCU committee on Wednesday also said that it extended a special award posthumously, the Gawad Sultan Paduka Pahala, to the late Philippine ambassador to China, Jose Santiago ‘Chito’ Sta. Romana who died on April 19. An award ceremony will be held on the 10th of June 2022, and all awardees will receive a trophy, a recognition plaque, and a certificate. Prize money will be given as well to each awardee for the Outstanding Contributions and Major Contributions categories.
Ang taunang parangal na Award for Promoting Philippines-China Undestanding o APPCU ay inilunsad noong 2021 ng Association for Philippines-China Understanding (APCU) at ng Pasuguan ng Tsina sa Pilipinas. Ang gawad ay nagbibigay pugay sa mga indibidwal na nakilalang may naiambag upang palakasin ang ugnayan at isulong ang mutwal na pag-uunawaan sa pagitan ng Pilipinas at Tsina sa pamamagitan ng kahusayan sa kani-kanilang mga larangan, katulad ng sa Mass Media, Serbisyo Publiko, Kalakalan at Komersyo, Sining, Kultura at Agham. Ngayong taon, pararangalan sa darating na Hunyo 10, 2022 ang sampung (10) indibidwal na napabilang matapos ang mahigpit na pagpili at pagsala sa 2022 Awards for Promoting Philippines-China Understanding. At, ang yumaong si Kagalang-galang Jose Santiago Sta. Romana, ay paparangalan ng Gawad Sultan Paduka Pahala, isang Special Award.
On SMNI News’ Facebook page is a pictorial presentation of the ten (10) awardees of the various categories of the Award for Promoting Philippines-China Understanding, as well as the Special Award for Ambassador Jose Santiago “Chito” Sta. Romana.
The news report recounts this year’s individual recipients and their field/s of endeavor for the three (3) categories of the Award for Promoting Philippines-China Understanding (APPCU); namely the Hall of Fame, the Outstanding Contribution and Major Contribution categories. The report then narrates that APPCU pays special tribute to Filipinos who promoted mutual understanding between the Philippines and China using their respective advocacies and expertise in the various fields of mass media and public service; trade and commerce; and arts, culture, and the sciences. This year, APPCU pays tribute with a special posthumous award, the Gawad Sultan Paduka Pahala, to the late Philippine ambassador to China, Jose Santiago “Chito” Sta. Romana who died on April 19. The report mentions that the award ceremony will be held on the 10th of June 10, and all awardees will receive a trophy, a recognition plaque, and a certificate. Also, prize money will be given to each awardee for the Outstanding Contributions and Major Contributions categories.
The Facebook post narrates that after the successful launch in 2021 of the Award for Promoting Philippines-China Understanding (APPCU), which was spearheaded by the Association for Philippines-China Understanding (APCU) and the Embassy of the People’s Republic of China in the Republic of the Philippines, they have announced the Ten Laureates for APPCU 2022. The award where special tribute is presented to Filipinos who have contributed through time to strengthen friendly ties and promote mutual understanding between the Philippines and China in their respective advocacies and expertise in the various fields and disciplines, such as in Mass Media and Public Service; Trade and Commerce; and Arts, Culture, and the Sciences. The prestige of their work, its nature, and extent are essentially the basis for identifying the respective award category for the ten (10) individuals, from both the public and private sector, who passed the three-stage selection and judging process. And, the three (3) categories are: The Hall of Fame category, which acknowledges the prestige and stature of the individual, and the immense effort of work the individual has done over time, as may be evidenced by the extent of reach, impact, and reception of the work(s) by communities and societies; The Outstanding Contributions category, which recognizes individuals of lesser prominence but has nonetheless made notable contributions to promoting and strengthening Philippines-China bilateral relations, friendship, cooperation, and understanding; and the Major Contributions category, which recognizes the works of individuals whose works have a growing reach and impact on the lives of specific groups or communities of people at the grassroots level. Also, this year, the organizing committee of APPCU is bestowing a Special Award, the Gawad Sultan Paduka Pahala, to the late Philippine Ambassador to China, His Excellency Jose Santiago “Chito” Sta. Romana. An Award Ceremony will be held on the 10th of June 2022, and all awardees will receive a trophy, a recognition plaque, and a certificate. In addition, prize money will be given to each awardee for the Outstanding Contributions and Major Contributions categories.
The blog post mentions of 2021’s Awards for Promoting Philippines China Understanding (APPCU) and this year’s APPCU awardees. The blog describes that APPCU pays special tribute to ten (10) individuals, Filipinos who have contributed through time in strengthening friendly ties and promote mutual understanding between the Philippines and China in their respective advocacies and expertise in their specific fields and disciplines, varied though they are. They have been recognized for efforts made to foster and promote understanding, appreciation, and reinforcing amity between the Philippines and China. The ten public and private sector individuals passed the three-stage selection and judging process, and their works’ prestige, nature, and extent are essentially the basis for identifying their respective award category. The three (3) categories are the Hall of Fame category, which acknowledges the prestige and stature of the individual, and the immense effort of work the individual has done over time, as may be evidenced by the extent of reach, impact, and reception of the work(s) by communities and societies; the Outstanding Contributions category recognizes individuals of lesser prominence but has nonetheless made notable contributions to promoting and strengthening Philippines-China bilateral relations, friendship, cooperation, and understanding; and the Major Contributions category recognizes the works of individuals whose works have a growing reach and impact on the lives of specific groups or communities of people at the grassroots level. The APPCU organizing committee is extending a Special Award this year, the Gawad Sultan Paduka Pahala, to the late Philippine Ambassador to China, His Excellency Jose Santiago “Chito” Sta. Romana. The blog post then recounts the individual awardees and their field/s of endeavor.