The Philippine Hakka Association Inc. celebrated its establishment and inducted its first officers on Aug. 21, 2025 at the Century Seafood Restaurant in Manila.
More than 400 guests attended the event. Zhu Wen Qing was elected as the association’s first chairman.
In his address as guest speaker, Edwin Fabro, vice president of the Federation of Filipino Chinese Chambers of Commerce and Industry Inc. (FFCCCII), said Hakka culture is a vital part of traditional Chinese culture.
He noted that Hakka people, with their unique history, have a culture rooted in the central plains of China while also integrating with the local cultures of the regions where they settled.
Fabro lauded the Hakka people for their fortitude, solidarity, diligence and unwavering commitment to upholding justice.
He expressed hope the new association would work to promote friendship and cooperation between China and the Philippines, serving as a bridge for cultural exchange and mutual understanding.
