German Unity Day @ Makati Shangri-La

MANILA, Philippines - The German Embassy in Manila recently celebrat- ed the 22nd Anniversary of German reunification at the Rizal Ballroom of the Makati Shangri-La Hotel. Foreign dignitaries, government officials and representatives of the German institutions and companies in the Philippines graced the event, and they were welcomed by the Charge d’Affaires of the Embassy Ralph Timmermann. A toast in honor of the special occasion and for the long-standing partnership of Germany and the Philippines are (from left) Ralph Timmermann, charge d’affaires, German Embassy; Palau Am- bassador and Deputy Dean of Diplomatic Corps Ramon Recheibei; and DFA Undersecretary Laura Del Rosario.