Quezon City renews sister city agreement with Daly City

MANILA, Philippines — The Quezon City government has renewed its sister city agreement with Daly City in California.

In a statement yesterday, Mayor Joy Belmonte said the renewal of the partnership is a reaffirmation of two cities’ commitment to foster cultural, economic, and educational exchanges.

“We look forward to continue strengthening this fruitful partnership and collaboration which highlights our shared values and aspirations,” she said.

“Together, we will promote our rich cultures and shared heritage, and cooperate towards economic and social development,” Belmonte added.

According to a press statement from Daly City, its sister city relationship with Quezon City was formed on August 8, 1994 “to foster an awareness of Filipino culture, to encourage the integration of Filipino residents of Daly City into the civic life of the city and to encourage trade and commerce.”

“Daly City continues to share the importance of Filipino civic involvement for the progression of our communities and cultures,” said Daly City Mayor Raymond Buenaventura.

“We have long known that the key to economic and cultural growth is the support of our diverse communities. We continue the effort to keep Filipino Americans engaged in our community through the celebration of our culture and connections to the Philippines, and we welcome the delegation to our city,” he added.

Daly City Vice Mayor Juslyn Manalo said the sister city partnership is a unique opportunity to bridge the shared cultures within the two Filipino communities beyond the United States.

“I am proud to continue this tradition of global partnership for the prosperity of both cities, highlight civic opportunities, celebrate generations of Filipino culture in Daly City, and recognize the presence of Filipino culture across countries,” she added.

A delegation from Quezon City will receive the key to the city during the sister city renewal signing ceremony on July 10 at the Daly City Hall Council Chamber.