The Association for Philippines-China Understanding Inc. (APCU) inducted its new officers and members/associates.
The induction rites took place during the association’s Christmas party on Dec. 19, 2024 at the One Burgundy Plaza in Quezon City.
APCU board chairman Raul Lambino served as the inducting officer and speaker. Former Philippine president and APCU honorary chairman emeritus Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo attended the event.
APCU president Sixto Benedicto reviewed the progress made by the association in building stronger and deeper Philippine-China relations and thanked everyone for their continued support and dedication.
Benedicto said that looking forward to 2025 and ahead, he believes that everyone would work together to continue to strengthen the friendship and cooperation between the Philippines and China.
Special awards were presented to members who have made outstanding contributions to the association. The awards were presented by Macapagal-Arroyo, Lambino and Benedicto.
After the awards presentation, Lambino and Benedicto turned over the APCU funds to the Tacloban Project Beneficiary headed by Aaron Caminong.
APCU held its 50th founding anniversary on Feb. 26, 2024.
The association is dedicated to promoting deeper understanding and friendship between the peoples of China and the Philippines. It has made positive contributions to the care, promotion and deepening of Philippines-China relations, and has served as an important bridge for friendly exchanges and cooperation between the two countries.
The December event opened with an invocation led by APCU treasurer General Fernando Pace, and was followed by the singing of the Philippine national anthem.
Vice chairman Felix Guanzon delivered the closing remarks.
Director Mafee Cai and General Fernando Pace were the masters of ceremonies.
