Ericsson Hires 20 Filipinos in Stockholm
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Philippine Ambassador to Sweden Maria Zeneida Angara Collinson hosted a cocktail reception for the 20
Filipino employees hired by Ericsson in its global headquarters in Stockholm at the Embassy Social Hall on
July 3.
In recognition of the Filipinos exemplary skills and outstanding work ethic, Ericsson is increasing its
employment of Filipino personnel in its global headquarters in Stockholm despite the financial crisis.
The 20 Filipinos who attended the reception are the new batch of Filipino employees occupying positions
such as consultant, contract execution manager, and Information Technology (IT) Auditor.
The terms of employment Ericsson provides to its Filipino personnel are equal to what its local Swedish
employees enjoy. They are entitled to bring their families from the Philippines to Sweden, obtain permanent
residence permits, as well as enjoy the same leave and other benefits.
To recognize the achievements of the more than 20 Filipinos at the global headquarters of Ericsson,
Ambassador Angara-Collinson particularly mentioned the pride they give the country through their
accomplishments in the mid-level management positions they currently hold in Ericsson.
The Ambassador further encouraged them to continue doing excellent work as their achievements go a long
way in strengthening global admiration for the strong work ethic of the Filipinos, thereby empowering
themselves and the many Filipino Migrant Workers around the globe.
Ericsson is a leading provider of telecommunications equipment and related services to mobile and fixed
network operators globally headquartered in Stockholm. END
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Tomas Concepcion’s Art in Stockholm
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Filipino visual artist, Tomas Concepcion, opened an exhibit entitled “Homage to Alexander the Great” at Agueli
Gallery in Mariatorget, Stockholm’s artists’ haven on July 4.
The exhibit was held in cooperation with the Philippine Embassy in Stockholm headed by Ambassador Maria
Zeneida Angara Collinson.
The vernissage was attended by members of the Diplomatic Corps in Stockholm, friends of Mr. Concepcion
and of the Embassy. Guests appreciated the artist’s mastery and admired his powerful message of freedom
and democracy. They verbally expressed their indulgent interpretation of Mr. Concepcion’s visual works of arts
including bronze sculptures, oil paintings and charcoal sketches.
Ambassador Angara Collinson also hosted an appreciation dinner following the vernissage in honor of Mr.
Concepcion and his assistant, Mr. Carlo Brignoli, for selected guests including the owner of the art gallery, Ms.
Liza Tolonen.
Mr. Concepcion was born in Marawi City and was a member of the 9th Congress of the Philippines. He has
been a long-time resident of Italy and is known for his eloquent bronze sculptures and paintings in the United
States as well as in Europe. He has also exhibited his works in Rome, Paris, London, San Francisco, Los
Angeles and Manila. END
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Pista sa Paris 2009
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The Filipino Community in Paris, in cooperation with the Philippine Embassy, capped this year’s celebration of
the 111th anniversary of Philippine Independence with the annual Pista sa Paris held at the open air Stade
dela Muette in the 16th arrondissement of Paris on July 5.
This year’s event was participated in by some 35 Filipino community organizations, with approximately 3,000
Filipinos and friends attending the day-long festivities.
To kick-start the event, a festive parade commenced from Place Trocadero facing the iconic Eiffel Tower, which
is itself celebrating its 120th anniversary this year. Embassy officers and staff led the 45-minute walk from
Trocadero to Stade dela Muette.
The colorful costumes, the revelry of street dancing, and the cheerful smiles of our kababayan enticed
spectators and onlookers. Adding glitter to the parade were the candidates of the “Mutya ng Kalayaan 2009.”
This year’s Pista carried the theme of this year’s Philippine Independence Day celebration which is:
“Kagitingan, Kagalingan at Kasipagan Tungo sa Tunay na Kalayaan.”
The official program began with the singing of the Philippine and French national anthems. The Independence
Day message of President Gloria Macapagal Arroyo was read by First Secretary and Consul Maria Josefina
Ceballos. Deputy Permanent Representative to UNESCO and Consul Igor Bailen read the Independence Day
message of Foreign Affairs Secretary Alberto G. Romulo.
In her welcome remarks, Ambassador Rora Navarro Tolentino mentioned that the theme of this year’s
Philippine Independence Day celebration captures the admirable qualities that distinguish the global Filipino
community. She expressed hope that the Pista sa Paris will continue to be an event for a charitable cause.
Ambassador Tolentino articulated that on April 22, the Filipino community in Paris turned over P450,000.00 to
Education Secretary Jesli Lapus for the Department of Education’s Adopt-a-School Programme. The funds
represented proceeds from previous Pistas and will help construct a two-classroom school building in
Zamboanga del Norte, Mindanao.
Some thirty five booths filled the Stade dela Muette showcasing Philippine cuisine, arts and crafts. The
Philippine Embassy booth provided information on consular services and tourism destinations. Overseas
absentee voter registration was also held at the Embassy booth.
The Pista sa Paris combined the pageantry, the color, the taste and aroma and the merriment that every
Filipino fiesta brings. END
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Batangueños Get Together in Ottawa
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Personnel from the Philippine Embassy in Ottawa joined about 80 Filipino families at the annual picnic get
together of “Samahang Ala-Eh” held at one of Ottawa’s panoramic parks, “Brewer’s Park,” last July 18.
“Samahang Ala-Eh” which was established in 2006 is an association of Filipino-Canadians who all come
from, or trace their roots in, the province of Batangas.
Photo shows “Samahang Ala-Eh” members, led by kapitanas Thelma Rogers and Lily Lay, pose with
Embassy representatives, Consul Shirley e. Banquicio, Cultural Officer Buenaflor Cruz, and Attaché Merle
Halili, after a day full of fun and games for young and old alike, and tasty Filipino food cooked right at the park,
the Batangueño way. END
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