Annual ball celebrates consul group’s contributions

Switzerland Ambassador Nicolas Bruhl, Monaco Consul General Fortune Ledesma, Denise Bruhl

The 49th Annual Ball of the Consular Corps of the Philippines was held on Dec. 14 at the Makati Shangri-La, drawing diplomats, honorary consuls, business leaders, and government officials.

USA Amb. MaryKay Carlson, Papal Nuncio Arch. Charles Brown

The event, which was chaired by Consul of Gambia Agnes Huibonhoa, celebrated the Corps’ ongoing contributions to the Filipino community with a sumptuous spread and talented bands.

Argentina Amb. Ricardo Luis Bocalandro, Mme. Indri Akyol of Turkiye

A notable moment was the leadership transition from outgoing dean Fiji Consul Jesus Pineda Jr. to incoming dean Belgium Consul General Fabio Pompetti.

Tourism Secretary Christina Garcia-Frasco, Amb. Francis Chua, Malaysia Amb. Malik Melvin Castelino, Thailand Amb. Tull Traisorat

Aj Violago, Malou Tanjutco, Ryan Tanjutco, Japan Amb. Kazuya Endo

This passing of the torch highlighted the Corps’ strong bonds and continued dedication to its mission.

PAL President Stanley Ng, Ghana Consul Betty Chua

USA Consul General Brendan Mullarkey, Mme. Mullarkey

The evening also recognized the Corps’ charitable initiatives, with gratitude extended to sponsors and supporters who made the event possible.

Germany Embassy Alexander Thielitz ,Milica Thielitz

As the ball marked nearly five decades of tradition, the hope is that the Consular Corps will continue its vital work for the Filipino community in the years ahead.