Indonesia Holds Food Fest To Raise Donations For Philippines’ Marawi
As the Jakarta and Manila maintain “good” bilateral ties,
the Embassy of Indonesia in the Philippines on Friday, October 27, held the
“One Day Exquisite Indonesian Food Festival 2017” to promote their local
cuisine and at the same time raise revenues to be donated to internally
displaced persons (IDP) in Marawi City.
“We would like to give the donation through Philippine Red
Cross. This event is good for us and for everyone here because it’s not only
promoting our culture but also strengthening our people-to-people context,”
Trini Gunarti, minister counselor for the embassy said.
For assistance on the rehabilitation of the war-ravaged
city, Gunarti affirmed that Indonesia is always ready to extend help should the
country asks for it.
In an interview, she explained there is no information yet
whether the Philippine side has already sought their government’s hands.
“I’m sure if the Philippine government asks Indonesia, we
are ready to help, that is our commitment,” she assured.
Apart from IDP beneficiaries, Gunarti said part of the gains
will also be donated to charity institution, Hospicio de San Jose.
The program showcased 11 Indonesian restaurants and
caterers, a number of cultural performances as well as a fashion show during
the evening.
Since it is a part fundraiser and part cultural event,
Gunarti bared the program actually aims to “attract more Filipinos” to come and
taste dishes in Indonesia.
Of the two nations’ relations in tourism, Gunart said, “It’s
never been better, it’s always good.”
“We always encourage Filipinos to
come to our country and see what’s going on in there, and see the beauty of
Indonesia,” she added.
Source: Philippine News Agency
Indonesia Holds Food Fest To Raise Donations For Philippines’ Marawi
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