Author: MICE ADMIN

TREÑAS IS PH’s TOP-PERFORMING MAYOR

Iloilo City Mayor Jerry P. Treñas has been hailed first among the top-performing city mayors in the country. Treñas received an 93.07% rating in public office and public trust, according to a recent national performance survey of the RP-Mission and Development Foundation, Inc. (RPMD) conducted from September 20–30, 2023. The RPMD, through its social media […]

𝗗𝗜𝗡𝗔𝗚𝗬𝗔𝗡𝗚 𝗠𝗘𝗗𝗜𝗔 𝗔𝗖𝗖𝗥𝗘𝗗𝗜𝗧𝗔𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡 𝗚𝗨𝗜𝗗𝗘𝗟𝗜𝗡𝗘𝗦

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WESTERN VISAYAS PHILIPPINE EXPERIENCE CULTURE, HERITAGE & ARTS CARAVANS

November 30, 2023 The Western Visayas Philippine Experience Culture, Heritage, and Arts Caravans, led by DOT Sec. Christina Frasco, including tourism undersecretaries, national media, and influencers, warmly celebrated its second day with a dinner at the Regional Museum last night. The delegates were treated to a night of world-class Dinagyang and Ilumination performances, and festive […]

𝗛𝗼𝘄 𝗜𝗹𝗼𝗶𝗹𝗼 𝗕𝗲𝗰𝗮𝗺𝗲 𝗔 𝗨𝗡𝗘𝗦𝗖𝗢 𝗖𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗖𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗙𝗼𝗿 𝗚𝗮𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗼𝗻𝗼𝗺𝘆

Vicente Salas When UNESCO Director-General Audrey Azoulay announced on October 31, World Cities Day, the approval of 55 cities as new members of the UNESCO Creative Cities Network (UCCN), Iloilo was the only Philippine city on the 2023 list – for Gastronomy. Philippine media glowed with congratulations, running accompanying photos of “signature” Ilonggo dishes: the […]

𝗜𝗟𝗢𝗜𝗟𝗢 𝗖𝗜𝗧𝗬 𝗜𝗠𝗣𝗥𝗢𝗩𝗘𝗠𝗘𝗡𝗧 𝗣𝗟𝗔𝗡𝗡𝗜𝗡𝗚 𝗪𝗢𝗥𝗞𝗦𝗛𝗢𝗣

MICE Director Salvador D. Sarabia, Jr., and MICE Chief of Staff Robert Madrid attended the USAID Urban Connect, which is currently holding the Iloilo City Improvement Planning Workshop, along with the City Hall Department heads, national government representatives, and private sector representatives. The planning workshop aims to solicit insights on local priority concerns and proposed […]

𝗜𝗟𝗢𝗜𝗟𝗢 𝗖𝗜𝗧𝗬 𝗜𝗦 𝗔𝗪𝗔𝗥𝗗𝗘𝗗 𝗕𝗘𝗬𝗢𝗡𝗗 𝗖𝗢𝗠𝗣𝗟𝗜𝗔𝗡𝗧 𝗔𝗪𝗔𝗥𝗗𝗘𝗘 𝗢𝗙 𝗧𝗛𝗘 𝟮𝟯𝗥𝗗 𝗚𝗔𝗪𝗔𝗗 𝗞𝗔𝗟𝗔𝗦𝗔𝗚

The National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council, through the National Gawad KALASAG Committee, has announced the list of awardees for the 23rd Gawad KALASAG Seal and Special Awards for Excellence in Disaster Risk Reduction and Management and Humanitarian Assistance for the Local DRRM Councils and Offices category. And ILOILO CITY listed as one of […]

WHAT IS PALENG QR?

Paleng QR is a groundbreaking initiative that aims to transform the way people pay for goods and services in Iloilo City. This innovative program, spearheaded by the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) and the Department of Interior and Local Government (DILG), leverages the power of QR technology to promote cashless transactions and financial inclusion. This […]

𝗜𝗹𝗼𝗶𝗹𝗼 𝗺𝗲𝗮𝗻𝘀 𝗯𝘂𝘀𝗶𝗻𝗲𝘀𝘀

Good governance means good business and good economic growth. Region 6, of which Iloilo City and province are a part, has the fastest growing economy among the regions in the country at 9.3 percent as of 2022. The region also has some of the most progressive LGUs doing the right things not just to attract […]

𝗧𝗛𝗘 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟯 𝗦𝗨𝗖𝗔𝗛𝗧𝗘𝗣 𝗜𝗡𝗧𝗘𝗥𝗡𝗔𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡𝗔𝗟 𝟱𝗚 𝗖𝗢𝗡𝗩𝗘𝗡𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡 𝗔𝗡𝗗 𝗦𝗞𝗜𝗟𝗟𝗦 𝗖𝗢𝗠𝗣𝗘𝗧𝗜𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡

November 16, 2023 The State Universities and Colleges Association of Hospitality and Tourism Educators of the Philippines Inc. (SUCAHTEP), the academe and industry’s partner in enhancing the capability of tourism and hospitality education, organized “The 2023 SUCAHTEP International 5G Convention and Skills Competition”. MICE Director Salvador D. Sarabia, Jr. graced the event and delivered his […]

Ilonggo dishes give Iloilo spot in UN ‘creative cities’

By: Dexter Cabalza – Reporter Food is where the heart is. Iloilo City is the latest metropolis in the country to join the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization’s (Unesco) Creative Cities Network (UCCN), thanks to its gastronomic offerings. A total of 55 new cities worldwide joined the UCCN, following their designation by Unesco Director General Audrey […]

𝗚𝗥𝗔𝗧𝗘𝗙𝗨𝗟 𝗛𝗘𝗔𝗥𝗧, 𝗗𝗘𝗗𝗜𝗖𝗔𝗧𝗘𝗗 𝗦𝗘𝗥𝗩𝗜𝗖𝗘: 𝗔 𝗝𝗢𝗨𝗥𝗡𝗘𝗬 𝗢𝗙 𝗧𝗥𝗨𝗦𝗧 𝗔𝗡𝗗 𝗜𝗡𝗦𝗣𝗜𝗥𝗔𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡

I’m humbled and immensely grateful for the continuous support of my fellow Ilonggos, particularly in Iloilo City. Topping the “Boses ng Bayan” performance survey for city mayors in Western Visayas is not just a recognition, it’s a validation of the hard work and dedication of every individual in the City Government. Our journey to the […]

𝗨𝗣𝗩 𝘀𝗵𝗮𝗿𝗲𝘀 𝗲𝘅𝗽𝗲𝗿𝘁𝗶𝘀𝗲 𝗮𝘀 𝗜𝗹𝗼𝗶𝗹𝗼 𝗖𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗰𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗰𝗵𝗲𝘀 𝗿𝗲𝗰𝗼𝗴𝗻𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗮𝘀 𝗨𝗡𝗘𝗦𝗖𝗢 𝗖𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗖𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗼𝗳 𝗚𝗮𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗼𝗻𝗼𝗺𝘆

Iloilo City is the Philippines’ first UNESCO Creative City of Gastronomy as announced via a press release last October 31, 2023. The recognition is granted to applicant cities for their culinary history, tradition, culture, and identity – which integrates education, science and technology, crafts and farming industries, and environmental endeavors that contributed to the sustainable […]

𝗦𝗔𝗟𝗔𝗠𝗔𝗧 𝗦𝗔 𝗕𝗨𝗚𝗔𝗡𝗔: 𝗖𝗘𝗟𝗘𝗕𝗥𝗔𝗧𝗜𝗡𝗚 𝗔𝗖𝗛𝗜𝗘𝗩𝗘𝗠𝗘𝗡𝗧𝗦 𝗔𝗡𝗗 𝗕𝗢𝗨𝗡𝗧𝗜𝗙𝗨𝗟 𝗕𝗟𝗘𝗦𝗦𝗜𝗡𝗚𝗦

“Bugana”, is a hiligaynon word that means abundant or plentiful. We, as Ilonggos, have it innately within us to be grateful, a culturally known practice that we do in times of overflowing fulfillment and prosperity. This is what emanated as the Iloilo City Government, headed by Mayor Jerry Treñas hosted a thanksgiving event called the […]

𝗨𝗡𝗘𝗦𝗖𝗢 𝗘𝗫𝗘𝗖 𝗖𝗢𝗡𝗚𝗥𝗔𝗧𝗨𝗟𝗔𝗧𝗘𝗦, 𝗪𝗘𝗟𝗖𝗢𝗠𝗘𝗦 𝗜𝗟𝗢𝗜𝗟𝗢 𝗖𝗜𝗧𝗬 𝗧𝗢 𝗖𝗥𝗘𝗔𝗧𝗜𝗩𝗘 𝗖𝗜𝗧𝗜𝗘𝗦 𝗡𝗘𝗧𝗪𝗢𝗥𝗞

The United Nations Educational, Scientific, and Cultural Organization (UNESCO), through its Assistant Director-General for Cultural Sector Ernesto Ottone R., congratulates and welcomes Iloilo City to the Creative Cities Network (CCN) as Creative City of Gastronomy. Iloilo is the very first city in the Philippines to make it to the gastronomy category, and the country’s lone […]

𝗜𝗹𝗼𝗶𝗹𝗼 𝗶𝘀 𝗻𝗼𝘄 𝗮 𝗨𝗡𝗘𝗦𝗖𝗢 𝗰𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗰𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗴𝗮𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗼𝗻𝗼𝗺𝘆

Metro Manila (CNN Philippines, November 1) — Iloilo City is the latest Philippine metropolis to join the list of UNESCO Creative Cities Network (UCCN), thanks to its gastronomic offerings. UNESCO on Tuesday said the country’s “food haven” is now among the 350 cities in the network representing various creative fields: crafts and folk art, design, film, […]

𝗜𝗹𝗼𝗶𝗹𝗼 𝗖𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗻𝗮𝗺𝗲𝗱 𝗖𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗖𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗼𝗳 𝗚𝗮𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗼𝗻𝗼𝗺𝘆 𝗯𝘆 𝗨𝗡𝗘𝗦𝗖𝗢

Iloilo City in the Visayas region was designated as a “Creative City of Gastronomy” by UNESCO, the very first city in the Philippines to join the category. In a press release on Oct. 31, the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization said 55 cities joined the UNESCO Creative Cities Network (UCCN) on World Cities Day. “New cities […]

𝗝𝗨𝗦𝗧 𝗜𝗡: 𝗜𝗟𝗢𝗡𝗚𝗚𝗢 𝗖𝗢𝗢𝗞𝗕𝗢𝗢𝗞 𝗜𝗦 𝗡𝗔𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡𝗔𝗟 𝗕𝗢𝗢𝗞 𝗔𝗪𝗔𝗥𝗗𝗦 𝗙𝗜𝗡𝗔𝗟𝗜𝗦𝗧

“Two of our book projects were nominated, the Iloilo Art Book and the Flavours of Iloilo Cookbook. They both went through the regionals and Flavors of Iloilo Cookbook made it to the nationals as finalist for the National Book Awards (NBA) 2023. Thank you to the National Book Development Board (NBDB) and Manila Critics Circle […]

𝗡𝗮𝗺𝗶𝘁 𝗴𝗶𝗱! 𝗜𝗹𝗼𝗶𝗹𝗼 𝗶𝘀 𝗻𝗼𝘄 𝗮 𝗨𝗡𝗘𝗦𝗖𝗢 𝗖𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗼𝗳 𝗚𝗮𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗼𝗻𝗼𝗺𝘆

MANILA, Philippines – Iloilo City bagged a spot on UNESCO’s Creative Cities Network, representing the field of gastronomy, UNESCO announced on Tuesday, October 31. It is the very first city in the Philippines to make it to the network’s gastronomy category. Iloilo City had been vying for the title for two years prior. The city […]

𝗜𝗟𝗢𝗜𝗟𝗢 𝗖𝗜𝗧𝗬 𝗨𝗡𝗘𝗦𝗖𝗢 𝗖𝗥𝗘𝗔𝗧𝗜𝗩𝗘 𝗖𝗜𝗧𝗬 𝗢𝗙 𝗚𝗔𝗦𝗧𝗥𝗢𝗡𝗢𝗠𝗬

I am proud to share that Iloilo City, proclaimed as Creative City of Gastronomy by the UNESCO on World Cities Day and is among the 55 cities who are now part of the UNESCO Creative Cities Network (UCCN), following its designation by UNESCO Director-General Audrey Azoulay. This shows Iloilo City’s strong commitment to harnessing culture […]

𝗣𝗛 𝗡𝗨𝗥𝗦𝗘𝗦 𝗔𝗦𝗦𝗡 𝗛𝗢𝗟𝗗𝗦 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟯 𝗡𝗔𝗧’𝗟 𝗖𝗢𝗡𝗩𝗘𝗡𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡 𝗜𝗡 𝗜𝗟𝗢𝗜𝗟𝗢 𝗖𝗜𝗧𝗬 𝗔𝗡𝗘𝗪

The Philippine Nurses Association (PNA) is holding its 2023 National Convention in Iloilo City again particularly at the Iloilo Convention Center (ICC) in Mandurriao district. With the theme, “Gearing Up for Global Health Challenges with Renewed Vitality,” the convention kicks off today with around 2, 500 nurses from across the country in attendance. It mainly […]

𝗠𝗘𝗘𝗧𝗜𝗡𝗚 𝗪𝗜𝗧𝗛 𝗧𝗛𝗘 𝗔𝗖𝗖𝗢𝗠𝗢𝗗𝗔𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡 𝗘𝗦𝗧𝗔𝗕𝗟𝗜𝗦𝗛𝗠𝗘𝗡𝗧𝗦 𝗥𝗘: 𝗣𝗛𝗜𝗟𝗜𝗣𝗣𝗜𝗡𝗘 𝗦𝗢𝗖𝗜𝗘𝗧𝗬 𝗢𝗙 𝗔𝗡𝗘𝗦𝗧𝗛𝗘𝗦𝗜𝗢𝗟𝗢𝗚𝗜𝗦𝗧𝗦 𝗡𝗔𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡𝗔𝗟 𝗖𝗢𝗡𝗩𝗘𝗡𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡

The Iloilo City MICE Center, led by MICE Director Salvador D. Sarabia, Jr., called a meeting for all the hotels here in Iloilo City along with the representatives of the Philippine Society of Anesthesiologists, Inc. Iloilo-Panay Chapter, PSA President Dr. Marco Victorio Fermindoza, Secretary Mercy Yanson, Dr. Beverly Biaoco-Young, and Dr. Joann Castillon. This meeting […]

𝗕𝗔𝗖𝗞-𝗧𝗢-𝗕𝗔𝗖𝗞 𝗪𝗜𝗡𝗦; 𝗜𝗹𝗼𝗶𝗹𝗼 𝗖𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗯𝗮𝗴𝘀 𝟳 𝗖𝗠𝗖𝗜 𝗮𝘄𝗮𝗿𝗱𝘀, 𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗹𝗹 𝗪𝗩’𝘀 𝗺𝗼𝘀𝘁 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗽𝗲𝘁𝗶𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗛𝗨𝗖

ILOILO City – This southern city remains to be Western Visayas’ most competitive and most improved highly urbanized city (HUC) for 2023. The awards were given during the recent Philippine Creative Cities and Municipalities Competitiveness Congress by the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) – Region 6 held here. Iloilo City was the biggest winner […]

𝗪𝗛𝗔𝗧 𝗛𝗔𝗣𝗣𝗘𝗡𝗦 𝗢𝗡 𝗗𝗔𝗬 𝟭 𝗢𝗙 𝗧𝗛𝗘 𝗡𝗔𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡𝗔𝗟 𝗕𝗜𝗞𝗘 𝗗𝗔𝗬: 𝗔𝗪𝗔𝗥𝗗𝗦 𝗔𝗡𝗗 𝗥𝗘𝗖𝗢𝗚𝗡𝗜𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡?

On the first day, November 24 (Friday), dive into the excitement of the Bike Expo, where you can explore the different stores offering all your cycling essentials. Immerse yourself in the rich history of cycling at the Bike Exhibit, witnessing the captivating evolution of bicycles over the years. As the sun sets, don’t miss the […]

𝗔 𝗗𝗔𝗬 𝗢𝗙 𝗗𝗘𝗗𝗜𝗖𝗔𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡 𝗔𝗡𝗗 𝗣𝗥𝗢𝗚𝗥𝗘𝗦𝗦 𝗙𝗢𝗥 𝗜𝗟𝗢𝗜𝗟𝗢 𝗖𝗜𝗧𝗬

Today was a day of unwavering dedication and forward-thinking progress for our beloved city. Presided over a meeting with the contractors responsible for the Legislative Building’s renovation to ensure we stay on schedule, and it’s disheartening to hear about yet another delay. We are committed to delivering the best facilities for our residents. It was […]

𝗘𝗫𝗖𝗘𝗟𝗟𝗘𝗡𝗖𝗘 𝗜𝗡 𝗚𝗢𝗩𝗘𝗥𝗡𝗔𝗡𝗖𝗘 𝗙𝗘𝗔𝗧𝗨𝗥𝗘𝗗 𝗜𝗡 𝗣𝗔𝗡𝗔𝗬 𝗡𝗘𝗪𝗦

I’m thrilled to see that Iloilo City was featured once again in Panay News as we have been recognized and awarded! We clinched a total of 7 accolades at the 2023 Philippine Creative Cities and Municipalities Competitiveness Congress by the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) – Region 6. Here’s to a brighter future for […]

𝗜𝗟𝗢𝗜𝗟𝗢 𝗖𝗜𝗧𝗬: 𝗟𝗨𝗡𝗦𝗢𝗗 𝗟𝗨𝗡𝗦𝗔𝗗 𝗣𝗥𝗢𝗚𝗥𝗔𝗠 𝗔𝗪𝗔𝗥𝗗𝗘𝗘

Honored and proud to announce that we are the pioneer city of the Lunsod Lunsad Program with the Project “Capacity Building on Creative Entrepreneurship”. This is a testament to our city’s commitment to supporting and developing our creative industries. Confident that this program will be a valuable resource for our creative and innovative entrepreneurs extending […]

22 MARKET VENDORS GRADUATE FROM NEGOSYO ACADEMY

The Local Economic Development and Investment Promotion (LEDIP) Office, in collaboration with the Local Economic Enterprise Office (LEEO), and BDO Foundation held a Completion Ceremony for the 3rd Batch of 22 Uswag Negosyo Academy (UNA) trainees at the City Mayor’s Office, City Hall Oct. 10. The market vendors have completed six sessions of training to […]

𝗕𝗘𝗦𝗧 𝗔𝗠𝗢𝗡𝗚 𝗧𝗛𝗘 𝗕𝗘𝗦𝗧: 𝗔𝗪𝗔𝗥𝗗𝗦 𝗕𝗢𝗢𝗦𝗧 𝗗𝗜𝗡𝗔𝗚𝗬𝗔𝗡𝗚

The Iloilo Dinagyang Festival has earned another distinction when it was proclaimed as grand winner for Best Cultural Festival (City Category) during the prestigious Association of Tourism Officers of the Philippines (ATOP) Pearl Awards held in Boracay last Oct. 5, 2023. For Iloilo Festivals Foundation Inc. (IFFI) executive director Joyce Clavecillas, reaping awards one after […]

𝗣𝗥𝗢𝗩𝗘𝗡 & 𝗣𝗥𝗜𝗡𝗧𝗘𝗗: 𝗜𝗟𝗢𝗠𝗢𝗖𝗔 𝗣𝗥𝗜𝗡𝗧 𝗙𝗘𝗦𝗧𝗜𝗩𝗔𝗟 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟯

October 6, 2023 MICE Director Salvador D. Sarabia, Jr. attended the opening of the Iloilo Museum of Contemporary Art (ILOMOCA) in Iloilo City, Philippines, where three exhibitions were opened, dubbed “Proven & Printed: ILOMOCA Print Festival.” The exhibitions, in partnership with the Cultural Centre of the Philippines, Off Centre Creative Initiatives, and Rolling Paper Press, […]

𝗖𝗘𝗟𝗘𝗕𝗥𝗔𝗧𝗜𝗡𝗚 𝗡𝗔𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡𝗔𝗟 𝗕𝗜𝗞𝗘 𝗗𝗔𝗬: 𝗣𝗘𝗗𝗔𝗟𝗜𝗡𝗚 𝗧𝗢𝗪𝗔𝗥𝗗𝗦 𝗦𝗨𝗦𝗧𝗔𝗜𝗡𝗔𝗕𝗟𝗘 𝗧𝗥𝗔𝗡𝗦𝗣𝗢𝗥𝗧𝗔𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡 & 𝗖𝗢𝗠𝗠𝗨𝗡𝗜𝗧𝗬 𝗨𝗡𝗜𝗧𝗬

What better place to celebrate National Bike Day than in the Bike Capital of the Philippines? It’s official! We’re thrilled to announce the launch of the grandest bike event in the nation, happening right here in Iloilo City on November 26 in partnership with DOTr, Iloilo Festivals Foundation Inc., and SM City Iloilo. Join us […]

𝗣𝗛𝗜𝗟𝗜𝗣𝗣𝗜𝗡𝗘 𝗖𝗥𝗘𝗔𝗧𝗜𝗩𝗘 𝗖𝗜𝗧𝗜𝗘𝗦 𝗔𝗡𝗗 𝗠𝗨𝗡𝗜𝗖𝗜𝗣𝗔𝗟𝗜𝗧𝗜𝗘𝗦 𝗖𝗢𝗠𝗣𝗘𝗧𝗜𝗧𝗜𝗩𝗘𝗡𝗘𝗦𝗦 𝗖𝗢𝗡𝗚𝗥𝗘𝗦𝗦

Proud to share our city’s progress at the Philippine Creative Cities and Municipalities Competitiveness Congress: -Economic Dynamism: Up from 18th (2021) to 4th (2023) -Government Efficiency: top 2 -Innovation: From 12th (2022) to 4th (2023) -Top 4 overall most competitive for Highly Urbanized City and Top 1 Outside NCR Congratulations Iloilo City! Thank you for […]

𝗧𝗛𝗘 𝟮𝟰𝗧𝗛 𝗡𝗔𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡𝗔𝗟 𝗠𝗔𝗥𝗜𝗧𝗜𝗠𝗘 𝗪𝗘𝗘𝗞 𝗖𝗘𝗟𝗘𝗕𝗥𝗔𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡 𝗔𝗡𝗗 𝗟𝗔𝗨𝗡𝗖𝗛𝗜𝗡𝗚 𝗢𝗙 𝗧𝗛𝗘 𝗜𝗟𝗢𝗜𝗟𝗢 𝗖𝗜𝗧𝗬 𝗥𝗜𝗩𝗘𝗥 𝗔𝗡𝗗 𝗪𝗔𝗧𝗘𝗥 𝗙𝗘𝗦𝗧𝗜𝗩𝗔𝗟

𝗦𝗲𝗽𝘁𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿 𝟮𝟱, 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟯 The 24th National Maritime Week Celebration officially kicked off yesterday, along with the launch of the Iloilo City River and Water Festival 2024 (Daloy-Daloy Sa Tubig Festival). The 24th National Maritime Week Celebration began with a mass at the Jaro Cathedral. It was then followed by a Walk for a Cause around […]

𝗖𝗢𝗡𝗚𝗥𝗔𝗧𝗨𝗟𝗔𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡𝗦, 𝗜𝗟𝗢𝗜𝗟𝗢 𝗖𝗜𝗧𝗬! 𝗙𝗜𝗡𝗔𝗟𝗜𝗦𝗧 𝗙𝗢𝗥 𝗠𝗢𝗦𝗧 𝗕𝗨𝗦𝗜𝗡𝗘𝗦𝗦-𝗙𝗥𝗜𝗘𝗡𝗗𝗟𝗬 𝗟𝗢𝗖𝗔𝗟 𝗚𝗢𝗩𝗘𝗥𝗡𝗠𝗘𝗡𝗧 𝗨𝗡𝗜𝗧 𝗔𝗪𝗔𝗥𝗗𝗦

We’re thrilled to announce that Iloilo City is a finalist for the prestigious Most Business-Friendly Local Government Unit Awards. This recognition is a testament to our commitment to creating a vibrant and supportive environment for businesses. #UswagIloilo #UswagToTheNextLevel

𝗜𝗟𝗢𝗜𝗟𝗢 𝗖𝗜𝗧𝗬 𝗥𝗜𝗩𝗘𝗥 𝗔𝗡𝗗 𝗪𝗔𝗧𝗘𝗥 𝗙𝗘𝗦𝗧𝗜𝗩𝗔𝗟 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟯!

The maritime community will be holding their annual National Maritime Week celebration from September 25–October 1, 2023. Join us and celebrate as we officially launch the first ever Iloilo City River and Water Festival on September 25, 2023, 10:00 AM at Jaro Plaza Multipurpose Covered Gym, Jaro, Iloilo City! #IloiloCityMICEDestination #IloiloCityRiverAndWaterFestival2k23 #DaloyDaloySaTubigFestival

𝗥𝗘𝗚𝗜𝗢𝗡𝗔𝗟 𝗪𝗜𝗡𝗡𝗘𝗥 𝗙𝗢𝗥 𝗣𝗥𝗘𝗦𝗜𝗗𝗘𝗡𝗧𝗜𝗔𝗟 𝗟𝗜𝗡𝗚𝗞𝗢𝗗 𝗕𝗔𝗬𝗔𝗡 𝗔𝗪𝗔𝗥𝗗

Honored and grateful for this prestigious award! But more importantly, I am immensely grateful for the trust the Ilonggos have given me. They are my inspiration in every program and endeavor that we implement. Our efforts in providing quality and immediate service to all Ilonggos remains unwavering. This recognition is a manifestation of our relentless […]

𝗠𝗔𝗞𝗘 𝗬𝗢𝗨𝗥 𝗖𝗢𝗠𝗠𝗨𝗧𝗜𝗡𝗚 𝗘𝗫𝗣𝗘𝗥𝗜𝗘𝗡𝗖𝗘 𝗘𝗔𝗦𝗜𝗘𝗥, 𝗦𝗔𝗙𝗘𝗥, 𝗔𝗡𝗗 𝗠𝗢𝗥𝗘 𝗖𝗢𝗠𝗙𝗢𝗥𝗧𝗔𝗕𝗟𝗘!

Iloilo City Government and MORE Power bring you the SM Iloilo Electric Bus, which will be providing FREE RIDES on Sept. 15–23! The SM ILOILO Electric Bus is a membership shuttle service with route from The City Hall to Ceres and back and various stops at SM Malls/locators from Monday to Saturday. (See Route and […]

𝗧𝗥𝗔𝗡𝗦𝗙𝗢𝗥𝗠𝗜𝗡𝗚 𝗢𝗨𝗥 𝗖𝗜𝗧𝗬, 𝗢𝗡𝗘 𝗠𝗔𝗥𝗞𝗘𝗧 𝗔𝗧 𝗔 𝗧𝗜𝗠𝗘!

Our commitment to Iloilo’s growth knows no bounds, and it’s a privilege to see it recognized in Panay News’ feature article on our city’s monumental market facelift. We are embarking on an exciting journey, poised to revitalize our markets and create spaces that truly serve our residents. This endeavor is a testament to the dedication […]

𝗘𝗠𝗕𝗔𝗥𝗞𝗜𝗡𝗚 𝗢𝗡 𝗔 𝗥𝗘𝗠𝗔𝗥𝗞𝗔𝗕𝗟𝗘 𝗧𝗥𝗔𝗡𝗦𝗙𝗢𝗥𝗠𝗔𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡 𝗙𝗢𝗥 𝗜𝗟𝗢𝗜𝗟𝗢 𝗧𝗘𝗥𝗠𝗜𝗡𝗔𝗟 𝗠𝗔𝗥𝗞𝗘𝗧

Today, we marked a historic milestone in the journey of our beloved city. With great excitement and determination, we joined the capsule laying ceremony at the Iloilo Terminal Market with SM, an event that signifies a powerful leap forward towards a world-class market experience right here in Iloilo. Imagine a market that’s not just a […]

𝗠𝗘𝗘𝗧𝗜𝗡𝗚 𝗪𝗜𝗧𝗛 𝗧𝗛𝗘 𝗔𝗖𝗖𝗢𝗠𝗢𝗗𝗔𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡 𝗘𝗦𝗧𝗔𝗕𝗟𝗜𝗦𝗛𝗠𝗘𝗡𝗧𝗦 𝗔𝗡𝗗 𝗧𝗥𝗔𝗡𝗦𝗣𝗢𝗥𝗧𝗔𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡 𝗕𝗨𝗦𝗜𝗡𝗘𝗦𝗦𝗘𝗦 𝗥𝗘: 𝗡𝗔𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡𝗔𝗟 𝗖𝗢𝗖𝗔𝗡𝗨𝗧 𝗖𝗢𝗡𝗚𝗥𝗘𝗦𝗦

September 14, 2023 The Iloilo City MICE Center, led by MICE Director Salvador D. Sarabia, Jr., called a meeting for all the hotels and transportation businesses here in Iloilo City, along with Cinderella Villaluna, General Manager of POPA Agriculture Corp. This meeting was organized to discuss the preparation for the upcoming National Coffee, Cacao, and […]

𝗗𝗢𝗧 𝗠𝗮𝗸𝗮𝗻𝗮𝘆𝗼𝗻 𝗖𝘂𝗹𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗮𝗹 𝗟𝗲𝗮𝗱𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗽 𝗧𝗿𝗮𝗶𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗦𝗲𝗽𝘁𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿 𝟰-𝟲, 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟯

𝗦𝗲𝗽𝘁𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿 𝟰-𝟲, 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟯 MICE Director Salvador D. Sarabia, Jr., together with MICE Chief of Staff Robert Madrid and MICE staff, completed the “Makanayon Cultural Leadership Training” organized by the Department of Tourism (DOT) Region VI and the Nayong Pilipino Foundation last September 4–6, 2023, in preparation for the official launch of the “Philippine Experience”. The […]

𝗖𝗢𝗖𝗔𝗡𝗨𝗧 𝗖𝗢𝗡𝗚𝗥𝗘𝗦𝗦 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟯 𝗜𝗡 𝗜𝗟𝗢𝗜𝗟𝗢 𝗖𝗜𝗧𝗬

September 11, 2023 MICE Director Salvador D. Sarabia, Jr. met with the organizers of the National Coffee, Cacao, and Coconut (CoCaNut) Congress 2023, led by Dr. Louie S. Tirador, Chairman of POPA Agriculture Corp., and Cinderella Villaluna, General Manager of POPA Agriculture Corp., along with some Iloilo City Department heads and representatives. This event will […]

𝗠𝗢𝗗𝗘𝗥𝗡 𝗠𝗢𝗗𝗘 𝗢𝗙 𝗧𝗥𝗔𝗡𝗦𝗣𝗢𝗥𝗧𝗔𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡 𝗜𝗡 𝗜𝗟𝗢𝗜𝗟𝗢 𝗖𝗜𝗧𝗬

Iloilo City is embarking on a “green lane” to reduce CO2 emission. We are connecting the city’s plazas, esplanade and tree parks via a network of bicycle lanes. The city’s bike lane, called the Iloilo City Bike Network is a safe, scenic and eco-friendly bike path, and currently stretching 11 kilometers. The City Government embarked […]

𝗦𝗨𝗦𝗧𝗔𝗜𝗡𝗔𝗕𝗟𝗘 𝗖𝗜𝗧𝗬: 𝗜𝗹𝗼𝗶𝗹𝗼’𝘀 𝗴𝗿𝗲𝗲𝗻 𝗶𝗻𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗮𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲𝘀 𝘀𝗵𝗼𝘄𝗰𝗮𝘀𝗲𝗱 𝗶𝗻 𝗨𝗡 𝗴𝗮𝗯

By: Panay News Wednesday, September 13, 2023 ILOILO City – This city’s best green practices were on the spotlight at the United Nations Industrial Development Organization’s (UNIDO) Bridge for Cities forum in Vienna, Austria on Sept. 4-5, 2023. Mayor Jerry P. Treñas showcased the city’s various programs and projects reducing carbon emissions and other climate […]

𝗜𝗟𝗢𝗜𝗟𝗢 𝗖𝗜𝗧𝗬 𝗚𝗥𝗘𝗘𝗡 𝗣𝗥𝗔𝗖𝗧𝗜𝗖𝗘𝗦 𝗜𝗡 𝗩𝗜𝗘𝗡𝗡𝗔 𝗙𝗢𝗥𝗨𝗠

Iloilo City is embarking on a “green lane” to reduce CO2 emission. We are connecting the city’s plazas, esplanade and tree parks via a network of bicycle lanes. The city’s bike lane, called the Iloilo City Bike Network is a safe, scenic and eco-friendly bike path, and currently stretching 11 kilometers. The City Government embarked […]

𝗜𝗟𝗢𝗠𝗢𝗖𝗔 𝗖𝗢𝗨𝗥𝗧𝗘𝗦𝗬 𝗩𝗜𝗦𝗜𝗧

September 4, 2023 The new manager of the Iloilo Museum of Contemporary Art (ILOMOCA), Joan Paulette Mary Libo-on, met MICE Director Salvador D. Sarabia, Jr., to discuss her proposal for their upcoming event, “Proven and Printed: ILOMOCA Print Festival 2023”. This major exhibition is set to open on October 6, 2023, in celebration of National […]

𝗗𝗢𝗧 𝗔𝗡𝗗 𝗡𝗔𝗬𝗢𝗡𝗚 𝗙𝗜𝗟𝗜𝗣𝗜𝗡𝗢 𝗙𝗢𝗨𝗡𝗗𝗔𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡 𝗧𝗥𝗔𝗜𝗡𝗜𝗡𝗚

September 4, 2023 MICE Director Salvador D. Sarabia, Jr., attended the Department of Tourism and Nayong Pilipino Foundation initiative, Makanayon Resource Heritage Education and Cultural Leadership Training, Sept. 4–6, 23, at Days Hotel by Wyndham. The occasion gave us the opportunity to discuss with DOT RD6 Crisanta Rodriguez MICE promotion and marketing of PPAs in […]

𝗜𝗟𝗢𝗜𝗟𝗢 𝗖𝗜𝗧𝗬 𝗙𝗘𝗔𝗧𝗦 𝗜𝗡 𝗟𝗢𝗖𝗔𝗟 𝗔𝗡𝗗 𝗡𝗔𝗧𝗟’ 𝗡𝗘𝗪𝗦𝗣𝗔𝗣𝗘𝗥𝗦 𝗔𝗡𝗗 𝗧𝗔𝗕𝗟𝗢𝗜𝗗𝗦!

Iloilo City has been in the spotlight for many newspapers and tabloids as a leading metropolis for being highly urbanized with a thriving economy driven by the Ilonggos, who also enjoy many opportunities from local and foreign investments and government projects for tourism, agriculture, business, trade, and commerce. Be one with the city’s progress and […]

𝗖𝗜𝗧𝗬 𝗠𝗔𝗬𝗢𝗥’𝗦 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟴 𝗥𝗢𝗔𝗗𝗠𝗔𝗣 𝗙𝗢𝗥 𝗔 𝗣𝗥𝗢𝗚𝗥𝗘𝗦𝗦𝗜𝗩𝗘 𝗜𝗟𝗢𝗜𝗟𝗢 𝗖𝗜𝗧𝗬

From Mayor Jerry P. Treñas: “I am thrilled to announce a transformative initiative that will shape the future of our beloved city. In collaboration with the esteemed Institute for Solidarity in Asia, I have spearheaded a Strategy Refresh intervention to ensure our strategic objectives and initiatives remain relevant and responsive to my people’s needs.| In […]

𝗧𝗥𝗘Ñ𝗔𝗦 𝗣𝗔𝗡𝗘𝗟𝗜𝗦𝗧 𝗜𝗡 𝗨𝗡 𝗖𝗟𝗜𝗠𝗔𝗧𝗘 𝗚𝗔𝗕 𝗜𝗡 𝗩𝗜𝗘𝗡𝗡𝗔

August 23, 2023 Iloilo City Mayor Jerry Treñas will be serving as panelist in the United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO) forum in Vienna, Austria Sept. 4-5, 2023. Treñas will be highlighting the city’s best practices in the Mayors Dialogue 2 on “Advancing innovation and partnerships for a net zero transport” at UNIDO’s Bridge for […]

𝗙𝗘𝗦𝗧𝗜𝗩𝗘 𝗪𝗔𝗟𝗞 𝗜𝗟𝗢𝗜𝗟𝗢 𝗖𝗘𝗟𝗘𝗕𝗥𝗔𝗧𝗘𝗦 𝗥𝗘𝗧𝗔𝗜𝗟 𝗔𝗦𝗜𝗔 𝗔𝗪𝗔𝗥𝗗𝗦 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟯 “𝗠𝗔𝗟𝗟 𝗢𝗙 𝗧𝗛𝗘 𝗬𝗘𝗔𝗥”

MICE Director Salvador D. Sarabia, Jr. graced the Thanksgiving Party of the Festive Walk Iloilo last Friday at the Richmonde Hotel Iloilo with the theme “Gratitude and Togetherness”. Festive Walk Iloilo was awarded “Mall of the Year” in the recent Retail Asia Awards 2023 in Singapore. Megaworld Lifestyle Malls also received the Marketing Initiative of […]

‘𝗧𝗛𝗘 𝗪𝗔𝗬 𝗙𝗢𝗥𝗪𝗔𝗥𝗗’; 𝗧𝗿𝗲ñ𝗮𝘀 𝗯𝗮𝗿𝗲𝘀 𝗜𝗹𝗼𝗶𝗹𝗼 𝗖𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝘁𝗿𝗮𝗻𝘀𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗿𝗼𝗮𝗱𝗺𝗮𝗽 𝘁𝗼𝘄𝗮𝗿𝗱𝘀 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗽𝗲𝘁𝗶𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲, 𝗹𝗶𝘃𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝗳𝘂𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲

𝗕𝘆 𝗚𝗹𝗲𝗻𝗱𝗮 𝗧𝗮𝘆𝗼𝗻𝗮 -𝗧𝗵𝘂𝗿𝘀𝗱𝗮𝘆, 𝗔𝘂𝗴𝘂𝘀𝘁 𝟭𝟳, 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟯 ILOILO City – Steering the wheels of development for this southern city continues with Mayor Jerry P. Treñas leading the way, guided by a transitional roadmap. In his State of the City Address (SOCA) yesterday, the city mayor bared a transitional blueprint dubbed as “Iloilo City… The Way Forward” […]

𝐓𝐇𝐄 𝐖𝐎𝐑𝐊𝐈𝐍𝐆 𝐌𝐀𝐘𝐎𝐑 𝐆𝐑𝐄𝐄𝐍𝐈𝐍𝐆 𝐓𝐇𝐄 𝐑𝐎𝐀𝐃𝐒𝐈𝐃𝐄𝐒 𝐖𝐈𝐓𝐇 𝐍𝐀𝐓𝐈𝐕𝐄 𝐓𝐑𝐄𝐄𝐒

The City Government is leaving no stone unturned in ensuring a cleaner and greener Iloilo City, through its collaboration with various stakeholders for the Greening of Iloilo Airport Gateway Project, and promotion of native trees for tree planting activities. The endeavor promotes environmental conservation and sustainability through tree-growing initiatives spanning some 19 kilometers along the […]

𝗧𝗛𝗘 𝗪𝗢𝗥𝗞𝗜𝗡𝗚 𝗠𝗔𝗬𝗢𝗥 𝗠𝗜𝗧𝗜𝗚𝗔𝗧𝗜𝗡𝗚 𝗜𝗠𝗣𝗔𝗖𝗧𝗦 𝗢𝗙 𝗖𝗟𝗜𝗠𝗔𝗧𝗘 𝗖𝗛𝗔𝗡𝗚𝗘 𝗧𝗛𝗥𝗢𝗨𝗚𝗛 𝗧𝗥𝗘𝗘 𝗣𝗔𝗥𝗞𝗦, 𝗕𝗘𝗔𝗖𝗛 𝗙𝗢𝗥𝗘𝗦𝗧𝗦

The three-hectare Iloilo Tree Park Development Project is in the works in Brgy. Lanit, Jaro which is part of the interconnected network of greening projects. This is one of the sustainable projects under Mayor Jerry P. Treñas’ roadmap for inclusive development, WHEELS (Welfare, Health, Education, Environment, Livelihood, and Sustainability). Though the City Environment and Natural […]

𝗣𝗘𝗗𝗔𝗟𝗜𝗡𝗚 𝗧𝗢𝗪𝗔𝗥𝗗𝗦 𝗣𝗥𝗢𝗚𝗥𝗘𝗦𝗦

Congratulations to Iloilo City for earning a well-deserved nomination in the Bicycle-Friendly City Category of the Mobility Awards. This recognition, a product of public nomination and voting, truly reflects our city’s dedication to sustainable living and progressive mobility solutions. As the proud father of our city, I am overjoyed to witness the public’s appreciation of […]

𝗘𝗠𝗘𝗥𝗚𝗘𝗡𝗖𝗬 𝗗𝗜𝗦𝗔𝗦𝗧𝗘𝗥 𝗣𝗥𝗘𝗣𝗔𝗥𝗘𝗗𝗡𝗘𝗦𝗦 𝗧𝗥𝗔𝗜𝗡𝗜𝗡𝗚 𝗔𝗧 𝗜𝗟𝗢𝗜𝗟𝗢 𝗖𝗜𝗧𝗬 𝗛𝗔𝗟𝗟

The CDRRMO conducted an annual Emergency First Aid, Basic Life Support and Disaster Preparedness training activity with the new and old employees from different departments of the Iloilo City Hall. I am very glad that we have this activity to ensure the safety of the employees in case of emergencies. I would like to commend […]

NEWS BITS: ILOILO CITY TO HOST 33RD VISAYAS BIZ CONFERENCE

Another big event is set to happen as the Philippine Chamber of Commerce and Industry – Iloilo Chapter, was awarded the honor of hosting the 33rd Visayas Area Business Conference (VABC), during the 32nd VABC held on July 27–28, 2023, in Panglao, Bohol. Around 800 businessmen from across the Visayas are set to gather for […]

𝗚𝗘𝗧 𝗥𝗘𝗔𝗗𝗬 𝗙𝗢𝗥 𝗧𝗛𝗘 𝟭𝗦𝗧 𝗡𝗔𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡𝗔𝗟 𝗥𝗢𝗧𝗖 𝗚𝗔𝗠𝗘𝗦 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟯 – 𝗩𝗜𝗦𝗔𝗬𝗔𝗦 𝗟𝗘𝗚 𝗜𝗡 𝗜𝗟𝗢𝗜𝗟𝗢 𝗖𝗜𝗧𝗬!

Thrilled to welcome thousands of delegates from Regions 6, 7, and 8 as they converge in our city from August 13 to 29 for this prestigious event. As the host city, we proudly showcase our unwavering support for sports and recreation developments. Let’s witness the dedication and camaraderie of our ROTC delegates as they compete […]

𝗞𝗢𝗜 𝗣𝗢𝗡𝗗 𝗔𝗧 𝗟𝗔𝗣𝗔𝗭 𝗣𝗟𝗔𝗭𝗔

Behold the serene Koi Pond at Lapaz Plaza! A project close to my heart, aimed at beautifying our city’s plazas. Kanami guid magbalik-balik diri kag mag-enjoy upod ang pamilya. Our unwavering dedication to maintaining and developing these urban oases remains steadfast. Together, we will continue nurturing spaces that unite and uplift our community. Padayon kita […]

𝗖𝗢𝗨𝗥𝗧𝗘𝗦𝗬 𝗖𝗔𝗟𝗟 𝗢𝗙 𝗧𝗛𝗘 𝗙𝗥𝗔𝗧𝗘𝗥𝗡𝗔𝗟 𝗢𝗥𝗗𝗘𝗥 𝗢𝗙 𝗘𝗔𝗚𝗟𝗘𝗦 (𝗣𝗛𝗜𝗟𝗟𝗜𝗣𝗣𝗜𝗡𝗘 𝗘𝗔𝗚𝗟𝗘𝗦)

𝗔𝘂𝗴𝘂𝘀𝘁 𝟮, 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟯 MICE Director Salvador D. Sarabia, Jr., accompanied officials and members of The Fraternal Order of Eagles Western Visayas, (Philippine Eagles), led by Jeck Conlu, JV Mabilog, and Lady Julie Grace Baronda, for a courtesy visit to Mayor Jerry P. Treñas. They discuss that the upcoming 44th National Assembly of The Fraternal Order […]

𝗧𝗛𝗘 𝗣𝗛𝗜𝗟𝗜𝗣𝗣𝗜𝗡𝗘 𝗔𝗦𝗦𝗢𝗖𝗜𝗔𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡 𝗢𝗙 𝗪𝗔𝗧𝗘𝗥 𝗗𝗜𝗦𝗧𝗥𝗜𝗖𝗧𝗦 (𝗣𝗔𝗪𝗗)

July 28, 2023 MICE Director Salvador D. Sarabia, Jr. met MJ Josue representative of the The Philippine Association of Water Districts (PAWD) with Engr. Jerry P. Guillergan, Department Head of Metro Pacific Iloilo Water (MPIW) Engineering Department, to discuss the upcoming 2023 PAWD Convergence at the Iloilo Convention Center. The event will be hosted by […]

ILOILO CITY BIKE FESTIVAL 2023 OPENS

Iloilo City officially kicked off the Iloilo Bike Festival 2023 earlier today, July 24, 2023, at the Indoor Atrium Festive Walk Mall. The Opening Program was led by Iloilo MICE Center Director Salvador “Dong” Sarabia Jr., Iloilo Festivals Foundation Inc. Chairman Rito Carlos “Judgee” Peña, JCI Iloilo Ilang2x President Pauline Ann Onday, and Executive Assistant […]

𝗔 𝗪𝗔𝗥𝗠 𝗪𝗘𝗟𝗖𝗢𝗠𝗘 𝗧𝗢 𝗢𝗨𝗥 𝗘𝗦𝗧𝗘𝗘𝗠𝗘𝗗 𝗚𝗨𝗘𝗦𝗧𝗦 𝗙𝗥𝗢𝗠 𝗧𝗛𝗘 𝗨𝗦𝗔

It is an honor to host and extend a heartfelt welcome to the 300 distinguished guests visiting us from the United States. We are excited to showcase the rich cultural heritage, warm hospitality, and vibrant spirit of Iloilo City during your stay. May your visit be filled with unforgettable experiences, meaningful connections, and a deeper […]

𝗘𝗠𝗢𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡𝗦 𝗥𝗨𝗡 𝗛𝗜𝗚𝗛 𝗔𝗦 𝗜𝗟𝗢𝗜𝗟𝗢 𝗗𝗜𝗡𝗔𝗚𝗬𝗔𝗡𝗚 𝗙𝗘𝗦𝗧𝗜𝗩𝗔𝗟 𝗧𝗔𝗞𝗘𝗦 𝗧𝗛𝗘 𝟳𝗧𝗛 𝗖𝗥𝗢𝗪𝗡

An outpouring of joy, tears, and overwhelming emotions filled the air as Tribu Parianon’s victory in the Aliwan Fiesta Streetdance Competition was announced! Some were overjoyed, their smiles radiating with pure happiness. Others couldn’t hold back their tears, their emotions overflowing with pride and relief. It’s a moment that will forever be etched in our […]

𝗗𝗔𝗬 𝟭 𝗣𝗛𝗜𝗟𝗕𝗘𝗫, 𝗜𝗙𝗕𝗘𝗫, 𝗔𝗡𝗗 𝗧𝗟𝗘𝗫 𝗢𝗣𝗘𝗡 𝗙𝗥𝗢𝗠 𝗝𝗨𝗟𝗬 𝟭𝟯𝗧𝗛 𝗨𝗡𝗧𝗜𝗟 𝟭𝟲𝗧𝗛, 𝗙𝗥𝗢𝗠 𝟭𝟭𝗔𝗠 𝗧𝗢 𝟳𝗣𝗠 𝗔𝗧 𝗧𝗛𝗘 𝗜𝗖𝗢𝗡 –𝗜𝗟𝗢𝗜𝗟𝗢 𝗖𝗢𝗡𝗩𝗘𝗡𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡 𝗖𝗘𝗡𝗧𝗘𝗥. 𝗧𝗛𝗘𝗦𝗘 𝗘𝗩𝗘𝗡𝗧𝗦 𝗔𝗥𝗘 𝗢𝗥𝗚𝗔𝗡𝗜𝗭𝗘𝗗 𝗕𝗬 𝗪𝗢𝗥𝗟𝗗𝗕𝗘𝗫 𝗦𝗘𝗥𝗩𝗜𝗖𝗘𝗦 𝗜𝗡𝗧𝗘𝗥𝗡𝗔𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡𝗔𝗟.

These three largest expositions showcase the outstanding local industries of Iloilo, offering opportunities to grow even more. With a partnership with the private sector, the city can become a major player in economic growth not just here in the country but across South East Asian nations. Follow social media sites and visit their websites to […]

PWD SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM

The Iloilo City Persons with Disability Affairs Office (PDAO) in partnership with the Public Employment Service Office (PESO-Iloilo City) is providing scholarship program for PWDs. As the Chief Executive of the CIty, I am always geared towards providing assistance to all Ilonggos most especially in their academic needs. Let us continue to work hand in […]

𝗜𝗟𝗢𝗜𝗟𝗢 𝗖𝗜𝗧𝗬 𝗔𝗜𝗥 𝗧𝗥𝗔𝗩𝗘𝗟

Mayor Jerry P. Treñas met managers of PAL, Cebu Pacific & Air Asia. Discussed critical issues affecting travel in Iloilo City. Complaints have been a concern affecting Iloilo City’s commerce. Executives promised the Mayor to do everything to solve problems. Iloilo City IT Director Francis Cruz created a chat group to facilitate communication & MICE […]

𝗜𝗟𝗢𝗜𝗟𝗢 𝗖𝗜𝗧𝗬 𝗩𝗜𝗘𝗦 𝗙𝗢𝗥 𝗚𝗢𝗢𝗗 𝗚𝗢𝗩𝗘𝗥𝗡𝗔𝗡𝗖𝗘 𝗦𝗘𝗔𝗟

Iloilo City Government is vying for this year’s Seal of Good Local Governance (SGLG) by the Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG) as it underwent regional validation. Validators DILG Provincial Director Cherryl Tacda and lloilo Caucus of Development (CODE) NGOs Network Executive Director Emmanuel Areño evaluated the programs, projects, and services of departments […]

𝗗𝗥𝗜𝗩𝗜𝗡𝗚 𝗣𝗥𝗢𝗚𝗥𝗘𝗦𝗦 𝗧𝗛𝗥𝗢𝗨𝗚𝗛 𝗣𝗥𝗢𝗗𝗨𝗖𝗧𝗜𝗩𝗘 𝗘𝗡𝗚𝗔𝗚𝗘𝗠𝗘𝗡𝗧𝗦

Today was a day filled with meaningful connections and fruitful collaborations, as we work towards a brighter future for our beloved city. Was delighted to extend my support and participate in the 70th-anniversary celebration of Sta. Maria Parish. Had the honor of administering the oathtaking ceremony for Gloria Barangay Captain Rechel Rosales. Met with representatives […]

𝗥𝗘𝗩𝗜𝗧𝗔𝗟𝗜𝗭𝗜𝗡𝗚 𝗟𝗔𝗡𝗜𝗧 𝗧𝗥𝗘𝗘 𝗣𝗔𝗥𝗞: 𝗔 𝗦𝗨𝗦𝗧𝗔𝗜𝗡𝗔𝗕𝗟𝗘 𝗗𝗘𝗩𝗘𝗟𝗢𝗣𝗠𝗘𝗡𝗧 𝗘𝗡𝗗𝗘𝗔𝗩𝗢𝗥

We are currently undertaking the backfilling process at Lanit Tree Park, in close coordination with DPWH Region 6. Our collective efforts aim to promote sustainable development in our beloved city. Join us in our journey towards a thriving Iloilo, where the revitalized Lanit Tree Park will serve as a testament to our commitment to sustainable […]

ILOILO CITY’S SUSTAINABLE ENERGY REVOLUTION WITH METRO PACIFIC WATER

A momentous collaboration is set to ignite a wave of hope and transformation in Iloilo City as Former Public Works Secretary Rogelio “Babes” Singson, now the President and CEO of Metro Pacific Water Investment Corporation, joined hands with us to create a state-of-the-art waste-to-energy project. This endeavor resonates with a deep sense of purpose, as […]

PRIDE MONTH FORUMS AND EVENTS BY THE OFFICE OF THE LGBT AFFAIRS

In the celebration of Pride Month, let us join and support the Office of the LGBT Affairs Iloilo City in their various forums and events! June 26, 2023: Diversity, Equality, and Safe Space Talk at Brgy. Nabitasan, La PazJune 28, 2023: Diversity, Equality, and Safe Space Talk at Brgy. Veterans Village, City Proper June 29, […]

𝗕𝗨𝗜𝗟𝗗𝗜𝗡𝗚 𝗦𝗧𝗥𝗢𝗡𝗚 𝗣𝗔𝗥𝗧𝗡𝗘𝗥𝗦𝗛𝗜𝗣𝗦 𝗪𝗜𝗧𝗛 𝗔𝗬𝗔𝗟𝗔 𝗘𝗫𝗘𝗖𝗨𝗧𝗜𝗩𝗘𝗦

Had the pleasure of engaging in a fruitful breakfast meeting with esteemed Ayala Executives, including General Manny Bautista, Managing Director of Ayala Corp, Rene Almendras, President and CEO of AC Infra, Bong Consing, President and CEO of Ayala Corporation, Jaime Urquijo, AYLC Program Director, Jaime Alfonzo, Erika Roquero, and EA JZU. Our discussion revolved around […]

CPTex AT ILOILO CITY

The Iloilo City Government and MICE Center booth is ready for the 3-day Central Philippines Tourism Expo (CPTex) here at ICON. Western Visayas is anticipated to be impacted by the tourist expo, particularly given that it has established itself as a MICE destination nationwide. Come and let’s feel the festivities.

CPTEX AT ICON

Iloilo City government and Iloilo City MICE Center welcome the Central Philippines Tourism Expo (CPTEx) of the Department of Tourism (DOT) from June 16 to 18, 2023, which was officially launched today at the Iloilo Convention Center. MICE Dir. Salvador D. Sarabia, Jr., graced the event together with Undersecretary Shalimar Tamano, DOT Directors of six […]

STRENGTHENING LGU COLLABORATION

Iloilo City proudly welcomes the barangay officials from Ilocos Norte, and barangay officials of Consolacion Cebu as they embark on their benchmarking activities.We are honored to serve as a hub for sharing best practices among LGUs. It is through these engagements that we can collectively uplift the welfare of our constituents. Also met the Sangguniang […]

CENTRAL PHILIPPINE TOURISM EXPO (CPTex)

Lucy Sinay met with MICE Director Salvador D. Sarabia, Jr., and they discussed the 3rd Central Philippine Tourism Expo (CPTEx) on June 16–18, 2023. Iloilo City was chosen as the host venue, allowing tourism establishments and other related stakeholders to showcase their offerings to locals and visitors. The expo aims to attract more visitors, provide […]

PRE-MEETING WITH MEGAWORLD RE: ILOILO CITY, BIKE CAPITAL

MICE Dir. Salvador D. Sarabia, Jr., had a preliminary meeting with MEGAWORLD representatives to discuss a collaboration, the venue for the upcoming Bike Capital 2023, and activities for the Bike Festival 2023. The proposed one-week activities from July 24 to July 29, 2023, will include opening ceremonies, symposiums, a trade fair, a bike tour (the […]

SWEDISH NATIONAL DAY CELEBRATION

Sweden Celebrated their National Day last June 06, 2023 at the Shangrila, BGC. Ambassador Annika Thunborg said “This year’s annual event’s purpose is to strengthen the green & sustainable trade relation between Philippines and Sweden”. Sweden Embassy Trade Commissioner Kristina Elinder-Lilijas remarked that Swedish companies such as H&M, SAAB, Transcom, Atlas Copco, Volvo Cars, Electrolux, […]

ILONGGO MUSIC Artist

Isaiah Parungao, a singer, song writer, and composer of English, Tagalog, and Hiligaynon songs visited ICMC Director Salvador D. Sarabia, Jr. The young Ilonggo music prodigy proposed his compositions as themes or background for upcoming MICE Festivals. Robert Madrid, ICMC HEAD of Office, welcomed the idea.

ILOILO CITY COMMUNITY COLLEGE

ICC College presented Certificate of appreciation to MICE Director Director, Salvador D. Sarabia, Jr., for accommodating OJT Tourism Management Course students. Led by Program Head, BSTM Leny V. Gaintano, and ICCC Faculty, they informed that their students learned & gained experience a lot during 600 hours at MICE Center. MICE Director thanked visitors & assured […]