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45th Annual Meeting of the ADB Board of Governors (Invitation to Delegates)

Subject: MANILA 2012 COUNTRY EVENTS YOU SHOULDN’T MISS!

From: Manila 2012 Host Country Secretariat (manila2012@dof.gov.ph)  

Dear Delegate,

You are cordially invited to join us in these important country events and activities :

Opening Ceremony for the Philippine Corporate and Investment Pavilion on 02 May at 9AM at the SMX Convention Center

  • With Vice President Jejomar Binay of the Republic of the Philippines to serve as keynote speaker and President Haruhiko Kuroda of the Asian Development Bank (ADB) and Finance Secretary Cesar Purisima and performances by the world renowned University of Santo Tomas singers;
  • The Philippine Corporate Investment Pavilion will feature programs and activities parallel to the conduct of the ADB Annual Meeting, which include seminars, exhibits, and socials.

The Philippine Pavilion: The New Philippines in Action at the Philippine Corporate and Investment Pavilion; open for delegates from 02 May to 05 May at 9AM to 5PM at the SMX Convention Center

  • The Philippine Pavilion is a showcase of the of the country’s competence and skills in various sectors, including ICT, BPO, agribusiness, tourism, energy, creative industries, and infrastructure
  • Entitled, “THE NEW PHILIPPINES IN ACTION” please enjoy the Philippine Pavilion by walking through the handcrafted art exhibit structure and see cutting-edge Filipino creativity coupled with transparent, accountable leadership through good governance and inclusive growth, bringing new light through all the industry sectors today.


Welcome Cocktails at the Philippine Corporate and Investment Pavilion on 02 May at 7PM at the SMX Convention Center

  • Take the time to relax with new friends and contact while sipping on your choice brew while taking in the performances of shadow dancing group El Gamma Penumbra and one of the Philippines’ beloved singers Mr. Gary Valenciano


Manila 2012 Country Reception at the Philippine Corporate and Investment Pavilion on 04 May at 6.30PM at the SMX Convention Center

  • Entitled THIS GOLDEN LAND, the Country Reception is a spectacular multi-media performance by some of our country’s top creative talents including international Broadway soloist Leo Valdez, earthy Bituin Escalante, the versatile The Company singers, the Kadayo percussionists, Luna contemporary dancers, Ramon Obusan Folkloric group and the Tribu Pan-ay Dinagyang Group.
  • Join us to experience the slice of the Philippines in a night of cultural flair, music, color, images and drama showing that it truly is more fun in the Philippines!

See you in a few days!

The Manila 2012 Host Country Secretariat