The Arranque Volunteer Fire Brigade Inc. (AVFB) inducted its new set of officers on Sept. 28, 2024 at The Century Seafood Restaurant in Manila.
AVFB honorary president Wu Ming Yong, newly-elected president Xu Yuan Hong and forever honorary president William Gosiaco, who is also vice president of FFCCCII, were present during the ceremony.
Former Department of Interior and Local Government (DILG) Secretary Benjamin Abalos, Manila Mayor Honey Lacuna, and Association of Volunteers Chinese and Fire Volunteers of the Philippines Inc. president Yang Ji Chen attended the event and extended their congratulations to the new officers.
Guest speaker Dr. Cecilio Pedro, president of Federation of Filipino Chinese Chambers of Commerce and Industry Inc. (FFCCCII) lauded the brigade for its unwavering commitment to serving the Filipino-Chinese community over the past six decades.
Pedro emphasized AVFB’s role in saving lives and protecting properties as well as its involvement in civil projects aimed at assisting marginalized groups.
He expressed hope for the continued growth of the brigade and encouraged the organization to attract more supporters to join in its noble mission.
