— Filipinos in Indonesia, Living in Indonesia —

Why are there Two Philippine Ambassadors in Jakarta?

June 27, 2023

The new Philippine Ambassador to Indonesia, Ambassador Gina Jamoralin, presented her credentials to President Jokowi Widodo on June 26, 2023. We now have two Philippine Ambassadors based here in Jakarta. The other one is Ambassador and Permanent Representative (PR) Hjayceelin “Joy” Quintana who formally assumed her post earlier this year. Why are there two Philippine… Read More Why are there Two Philippine Ambassadors in Jakarta?

— Culture —

Barong Batik: Fusion of Filipino and Indonesian Cultures

June 20, 2023

I was intrigued when I first heard about Barong Batik. The name readily suggests a fusion of Filipino and Indonesian cultures. But, what exactly is Barong Batik? I got to meet the owners and founders of Barong Batik and first-hand learned the story of how the brand came about. Tito Freddy Mercado and Tita Thel… Read More Barong Batik: Fusion of Filipino and Indonesian Cultures

— Travel —

Black and White Houses in Singapore

June 7, 2023

I have been raring to check out the black and white houses of Singapore ever since I saw them in my friend’s Facebook post. I thought I had to go and see them for myself. You see, Singapore has always been a city of high-rises for me. Not knowing much about Singapore’s history, it came… Read More Black and White Houses in Singapore