Consulate General of the Philippines Frankfurt

Role of Filipino-Germans in Igniting the Philippine Cinema’s Global Recognition Emphasized During Pinoy Short Films Screening in Frankfurt

4 October 2023 – As part of its efforts to promote the Philippine creative industries, the Philippine Consulate General in Frankfurt, in collaboration with Bipolaroid Film Fund, a non-profit organization dedicated to supporting and empowering local Filipino indie filmmakers, conducted a film-showing/discussion event featuring three Cinemalaya short films, “Home Credit,” “Beauty Queen” and “Heist School.” Mr. Brian Borutta, one of Bipolaroid’s board of directors, made a presentation on the topic “Empowering Pinoy Indie Films and Creative Industries: The Role of Filipinos in Germany.” The event delved into the challenges and opportunities facing Pinoy indie films, including need for international recognition, the role of overseas Filipinos in promoting and supporting these films, and the potential economic benefits of a thriving creative industry. He particularly emphasized the significant role of the Filipino-German community in empowering and elevating Pinoy indie films on the global stage.
The short film “Beauty Queen,” awarded as the Best Film of Cinemalaya 2022, is a compelling bio-pic of Kapampangan war hero, Kumander Remedios Gomez. Meanwhile, “Heist School,” explored on themes of friendship, resiliency, and street smarts. The third film “Home Credit,” is a comedy film about the burdens of taking on loans. END

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ASEAN Day Celebration Reaffirms Commitment to Building Interconnected ASEAN Community in Frankfurt

 

During the 56th ASEAN Day celebration held at the Vietnamese Consulate, the Philippine Consulate General in Frankfurt, along with the Consulates General of Malaysia, Indonesia, Thailand and Vietnam and Honorary Consulates of Cambodia, Myanmar and Singapore reaffirm their commitment to strengthen the enduring bond that unites ASEAN countries in Germany.

Meeting of the Council of Leaders in the Archdiocese of Cologne at St. Winfried Church in Bonn

LOOK: During the meeting of the Council of Leaders of the Filipino Mission in the Archdiocese of Cologne held at St. Winfried Church in Bonn, Deputy Consul General Rogelio Villanueva, Jr., attending as guest, reiterated the full support of the Philippine Consulate General in Frankfurt to the Filipino community in the North Rhine-Westphalian (NRW) region.

In his message, Deputy Consul General Villanueva underscored the importance of bayanihan spirit in order to harness the potentials of Filipinos in Germany to act as tourism ambassadors, culture bearers and salesmen of the country. Filipino leaders present during the meeting, stressed the need to institutionalize the regular coordination and partnership between the Consulate and the community.

The meeting, presided by Rev. Father Rodel Liguid of the Archdiocese of Cologne, was attended by over thirty leaders from various groups and areas in NRW.

ASEAN VISIT TO TU DARMSTADT OPENS OPPORTUNITIES FOR COOPERATION ON ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE

Organized by the Philippine Consulate General in Frankfurt, the recent visit of ASEAN Consuls General and Honorary Consuls to the Technological University of Darmstadt (TU Darmstadt) has created opportunities for the Philippines and other ASEAN member
states to explore research cooperation and collaboration in the field of Artificial Intelligence. Established in 1877, TU Darmstadt is Germany’s first autonomous university. It hosts the German Centre for Artificial Intelligence and is part of the Hessian Centre for Artificial Intelligence. END

Philippine Ambassador Highlights Role of Business and Tourism During Independence Day Celebration with German Businessmen in Stuttgart

Speaking before German businessmen during the Independence Day celebration in Stuttgart, Ambassador Irene Susan B. Natividad cited the big role played by tourism and business in promoting freedoms and development as they encourage people-to-people connections and cultural understanding, drive economic growth, create employment opportunities, and enhance global cooperation. The event, hosted by Honorary Consul Dr. Axel Neumahr, was held at BRP Renaud & Partner Law Office located in the center of Stuttgart.