MANILA Asia’s next global city
MAYOR Joseph Ejercito Estrada believes that Manila will be able to bring back the former glory of the City of Manila with the help of his constituents and the leaders of the city.
“The City of Manila has gone a long way from being a ‘Pearl of the Orient’ and ‘Paris of Asia’ to a highly urbanized Global City. Together, we will celebrate our 446th Foundation Day with a vision of bringing back our beloved city’s former glory and beauty,” Estrada said during the opening of the 446th anniversary celebration of Manila on June 18.
The mayor continued, “In the next years to come, I am sure the City of Manila will continue to realize gains in economy, education, employment, health, and housing, among others, because we have proven that we can work together.”
Manila was established on June 24, 1571 under Spanish rule and was sea trade routes.
- tating the capital city through a P100-million urban renewal program and a wide range of projects and promotional activities.
Meanwhile, the Araw ng Maynila celebration kicked off with a grand parade form 4pm to 6pm participated by the employees of the different - grams and services for Manila residents as well as the city government’s private sector partners.
On June 19, Mayor Estrada honored the City of Manila’s outstanding employees, as well as those who have served the city with distinction for several decades, during a simple ceremonies held at City Hall’s Bulwagang Villegas
Also on the same day, an outdoor exhibit called “Balik-Tanaw sa Maynila” along Baywalk, Roxas Blvd was launched. The three-day exhibit from June 19 to 21 gave the public an experience of what the city looked like during the early 19th century.
The next day, June 20, Outstanding Educators received awards. At about 6pm, Outstanding Judges, Prosecutors and Policemen were awarded at the Manila Hotel.
On June 21, Patnubay ng Sining awarding ceremonies was held at the Bulwagang Villegas followed by an awarding ceremonies for Outstanding Barangay Officials at The Manila Hotel.
On June 22, Secretary to the Mayor Ed Sera City Hall quadrangle.
Top individual and corporate taxpayers in Manila Hotel. Jaime Pilapil
Today, June 24, a Thanksgiving Mass will be held at San Agustin Church at 8 a.m.
Tonight, the most- awaited Miss Manila Pageant will be held at 7 pm. MAYOR Joseph Ejercito Estrada is determined to bring back the former glory of the City of Manila with the help of Manileños. The celebration of the 446th anniversary of Manila kicks off with a grand parade.