ZTE Celebrates Second China-Philippines Friendship Open Day; Inaugurates New Philippine Office

Mr. Xiao Wei, CEA of DITO, Hon. Edwin Ligot, Asst Secretary, Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT); Hon. Anna Mae Yu Lamentillo, Undersecretary, DICT; Mr. Yang Guoliang, Minister Counselor, Chinese Embassy; Hon. Glenn Penaranda, Asst Secretary, Department of Trade and Industries (DTI); Mr. Ji Lingpeng, Counselor, Chinese Embassy; Mr. Jin Zhichao, CTO, ZTE Philippines

Vividly demonstrating the friendly cooperation between China and the Philippines, ZTE, a global leading provider of information and communication technology solutions, recently celebrated the second China- Philippines Friendship Open Day in its new office in the Philippines. The event highlighted the partnership between the two countries, the development of Chinese business and their contribution to the Philippines' economic, livelihood, and technological development.

Gracing the event are guests from the Chinese embassy and the Philippine government, including Mr. Yang Guoliang, Minister Counselor, Chinese Embassy, Mr. Ji Lingpeng, Counselor, Chinese Embassy, Hon. Anna Mae Yu Lamentillo, Undersecretary, Department of Information and Communications Technology, Hon. Edwin Ligot, Assistant Secretary, Department of Information and Communications Technology, Hon. Glenn Penaranda, Assistant Secretary, Department of Trade and Industries, Mr. Xiao Wei, CEA of DITO and Mr. Chen Jiong, CCA of DITO.

Also in attendance are ZTE Philippines’ management team including Mr. Jin Zhichao, CTO, ZTE Philippines, Mr. Chen Feng, South East Asia Regional CMO of ZTE Corporation, Mr. Zhang Chaohao, CMO, ZTE Philippines, Ms. Yuan Xueting, SVP, ZTE Philippines and Mr. Zhang Yuxuan, VP, ZTE Philippines.

Toasting for better things to come for the two countries are Mr. Zhang Yuxuan, VP, ZTE Philippines; Hon. Edwin Ligot, Asst Secretary, DICT; Hon. Anna Mae Lamentillo, Undersecretary, DICT; Mr. Yang Guoliang, Minister Counselor, Chinese Embassy; Hon. Glenn Penaranda, Asst Secretary, DTI; Mr. Ji Lingpeng, Counselor, Chinese Embassy; Mr. Jin Zhichao, CTO, ZTE Philippines; Mr. Xiao Wei, CEA of DITO, and Ms. Yuan Xueting, SVP, ZTE Philippines.

The China-Philippines Friendship Open Day featured Chinese cultural activities such as the Kung Fu dance, where the basic aspects of Chinese martial arts (basic punches, kicks, jumps and somersaults), as well as poses and moves to the rhythm of the Chinese music are showcased and the zongzi making activity which enabled the guests to prepare and have a taste of the traditional Chinese sticky rice face. The event also displayed milestones of ZTE businesses programs in the Philippines.

DIY Zongzi - The guests were treated to a DIY zongzi making activity, conducted by the ZTE staff

ZTE Milestone showcase was narrated by ZTE Philippines CMO Zhang Chaohao who walked the guests through the ZTE business highlights and contributions to the Philippines

The event also reinforced ZTE’s commitment to the Philippines, through its S.T.A.R. (Skills, Talent, Attitude, Responsibility) Internship Program. Three students from the University of Sto. Tomas received the formal offer of internship, which the company bestows to academically deserving engineering, information systems, and information technology students. DITO for their part, reaffirmed the commitment with a 5G CPE Equipment donation to the University of Sto. Tomas.

Mr. Zhang Yuxuan, VP - ZTE Philippines, awarding internship offers to engineering students from the University of Sto Tomas.

According to Jin Zhichao, CTO of ZTE Philippines, “ZTE Philippines will continue to foster this friendship and promote cooperation between our two countries. Together, we can achieve higher goals, create more opportunities, and pave the way for a better future for China and the Philippines.”

Mr. Jin closed, “I sincerely thank the Filipino people for their continuous support and trust in ZTE. We are proud to be a part of this incredible country and are committed to making a positive impact. Let us continue to work together, uphold the values of friendship, responsibility and contribution, and jointly create a better future for China and the Philippines.”

ZTE Product Showcase
A ZTE employee showing guests from the Chinese embassy, DICT and DTI some of ZTE's innovative products.

ZTE helps to connect the world with continuous innovation for a better future. The company provides innovative technologies and integrated solutions, its portfolio spans all series of wireless, wireline, devices and professional telecommunications services. Serving over a quarter of the global population, ZTE is dedicated to creating a digital and intelligent ecosystem, and enabling connectivity and trust everywhere. ZTE is listed on both the Hong Kong and Shenzhen Stock Exchanges. www.zte.com.cn/global

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BINONDO: A TSINOY MUSICAL review

As I walk inside the halls of The Theater at Solaire last Thursday for another theatrical preview, I was already prepared for cultural understanding despite of what's happening in the country today. Setting aside my political views and keep myself focused on appreciation of this work.

Joel Lamangan's Binondo: A Tsinoy Musical revolves around the love story of a man of pure Chinese descent and a Chinese-Filipina who embraced the foreign culture in search of love. The opening is expected to be grand and full of color, and delivered almost everything we know about the Chinese and the Chinoys in Binondo: that their network is so common, every one knows everybody and all their actions are based on feng shui mixed with religious faith.

Shiela Valderrama-Martinez plays Lily, a hopeful romantic singer at Lotus Bar makes a wish to the Chinese God of Love and finds Ah Tiong (Arman Ferrer) as he continues a song which she had forgotten a line. From there, things went fast and they both try to get across obstacles. But then there's Carlos (Noel Rayos), Lily's childhood friend who's secretly in love with her and shy to tell what he feels. As long as he sees the two together, he hides his pain. Though the story is about Ah Tiong and Lily, I am for Carlos on this one. If not for the political climate which stole the promise of returning back to China for some unfinished business, Lily will not be with Carlos. However, I think that Carlos has made huge sacrifices and that I think is true love.

That story line might be a huge spoiler for you who haven't seen Binondo. You will still enjoy the songs and production that this musical can offer. There are good laughs, cheesy romantic lines and colorful story. You can still see Binondo: A Tsinoy Musical today July 14, 3PM at the Theater at Solaire. For tickets, call TICKETWORLD at 891 9999.

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THE GREAT WALL movie review

One of the legends about the Great Wall of China is it served as protection of the Chinese from conquering tribes and nations. Little we know that there are a lot of legends about the Great Wall and Matt Damon presented one of the epics that is believed to have spared the Chinese nation from alien creatures. Now showing in cinemas.

You will be delighted with the production value on creating a large Chinese equipped with impressive warfare and amazing tactical moves. In this case, there is equality among the citizens. Men and women fight against enemies alike using their acquired skills in training. Even the next general was a woman when no man questioned her capabilities. However, I think a dialogue speaking about honor or pledging over their lives is a very Japanese thing.

I think that it's better to watch this on 3D when the graphics are really okay and for you to appreciate the details on each of the cut. Costumes, props and even the sets are very detailed. There are just some things that you might not imagine if the movie is set more than thousands of years ago and for a war setting that uses modern technology to fight.

Anyway, it not a waste of time to watch The Great Wall. In fact, it's very amusing to see. You will be amazed with the Chinese, really, with all the fighting stuff going on. Some of the things are discoveries and expedition-related - by the way, Matt Damon is a Western soldier who continued the search for black powder and ended up in the monster-threatened China.

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SPRING FILM FESTIVAL welcomes the Year of the Snake

Ateneo Celadon will hold the 2013 Spring Film Festival to welcome the year of the Water Snake at the Shangri-la Cineplex, Shangri-la Plaza, Mandaluyong City.

on February 1 - 10, 2013, major Chinese films will be showcased at the cinemas for everyone's appreciation. click the photo for movie schedule:

movies will be played with English subtitles. plus, a photo exhibit will hold on February 1-10 and a cultural workshop culminates the event on February 10, 2-5PM.

admission is free so get your tickets at Ateneo Celadon.

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Repertory Philippines celebrates Chinese New Year with The Joy Luck Club

on February 3 2011, the Chinese community celebrates the start of the new Lunar Year. and in line with the celebration, Repertory Philippines brings the theater production of The Joy Luck Club -- a funny story of how 4 Chinese immigrants relate to their American-born daughters.

based on a best-selling novel by Amy Tan, THE JOY LUCK CLUB stages at Onstage, Greenbelt 1 from February 4 to 20. 2011.

here, we will be opened up in the issues of family relationship, love, generation gap and how a clash of cultures is so complex. the production includes a cast of Rebecca Chuaunsu, Jay Glorioso, Frances Makil Ignacio and Pinky Marquez as the mothers; and Ana Abad Santos, Lily Chu, Jenny Jamora and Cris Villonco as the
daughters.

directed by Anton Juan, the production line up includes Eric Pineda for costume design with set design by Ohm David and lighting design by John Ilao Batalla.

watch the preview of THE JOY LUCK CLUB below:



for ticket inquiries and other information, call Repertory Philippines at 571-6926 and 571-4941 or email info@repertory-philippines.com. Tickets also available at Ticketworld at 891-9999 or www.ticketworld.com.ph.

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Blog Event of the Month: Beijing Olympics

i have the fever. but i have a different approach to the Beijing Olympics. i love the event and the mascots too. but since i cannot go to Beijing to take some pictures myself, i kept myself busy looking for good images and save them to my computer. while others are counting the medals, i sit in front of my PC and do what i love, photoshop. at least i have enhanced the wallpapers available on the internet. but somehow i still want to add more effects and those native accents from the available wallpapers in the internet. i just want to share what i've done.

image credits: thanks to the artistic Chinese people!
translation: 感谢有藝術天賦的中国人民!

Beijing Stadium

Olympic Emblem

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Kasinungalingan sa 8-8-8!

August 8 2008 simply defines 8-8-8 for most of us. Pero sabi ng mga Chinese e hindi naman talaga ngayon ang tunay na 8-8-8. Ang totoong 8-8-8 daw ay sa September 7, 2008 or 9-7-8.

Ngayon kasi ang universally accepted 8-8-8. Pero kung susundin ang Chinese calendar, sa September 7 pa nga magaganap ang 8-8-8. and today is probably one of the UNLUCKIEST days in the Chinese calendar kasi "Month of Souls" daw, which the gates of the spirit world are opened. kaya daw not advisable sa mga Chinese na mag-travel, hold medical operations, etc. dahil baka may masamang mangyari.

bakit ngayon ko lang pinaalam to sa inyo? KASI NGAYON KO LANG DIN ITO NALAMAN! diba kainis?! nag-green pa naman ako para magaan ang pasok ng pera. at napansin ko rin sa paligid na marami rin naka-green. Green-minded nga ba ang mga tao ngayon? hahahaha...

saka ang daming mangyayari ngayon. Olympics, dami ikakasal, may mga buntis na gusto atang iire agad ang mga bata basta ngayong araw na ito, etc.

well, let's just pray na walang masama talagang mangyari and we'll all enjoy the day!

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http://www.kazuya-akimoto.com/2006/2006contents/5753gallery23.htm

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