MANILA, Philippines - The Consulate of Morocco hosted a by-invitation cocktail reception at South Forbes Park for the decoration ceremony of the Order of Quissam Alaouite in honor of Honorable Bienvenido Rustia Tantoco, Jr. for his loyal and dedicated work as Consul General ad honorem of the Kingdom of Morocco to the Republic of the Philippines. Established in 1913, the Order of Quissam Alaouite or The Royal Order of Al-Alouie was given by the command of the King of Morocco to civilians and military officers who have either displayed the spirit of true heroism in combat or have provided exemplary and meritorious service to the country.