The Philippine Sytiok Songlim Musical Federation Association celebrated its 65th anniversary and the induction of its 66th set of officers at Century Seafood Restaurant on Dec. 9, 2024.
Shi Neng Ding was elected as its new president.
Jose Go, vice president of the Federation of Filipino Chinese Chambers of Commerce and Industry, Inc. (FFCCCII), emphasized the importance of the Filipino-Chinese community’s contribution to the Philippines.
“Our ancestors left China, built families and careers here, and today, we celebrate the success of the Filipino-Chinese community and the opportunities the Philippines has given us,” he said.
He also underlined the thriving political and economic relationship between ASEAN and China, and noted the pivotal role of local Chinese in acting as a bridge between the two regions.
Go encouraged the community to continue contributing to the nation through charitable works and people-to-people diplomacy.
The Sytiok Songlim Musical Federation, founded by Zhuang Qing Quan and his friends, has been at the forefront of promoting traditional Chinese culture, ethics and social welfare.
Its core mission is to unite the Filipino-Chinese community, uphold justice and foster charitable endeavors that benefit both the Chinese and Filipino people.
The federation has long been a pillar of the Filipino-Chinese community, strengthening ties between the two cultures and advancing goodwill.
Its continued efforts in promoting Chinese culture and supporting charitable initiatives play a key role in the ongoing development of Filipino-Chinese relations and the collective growth of the nation.
