A Taste of Real Japanese Ramen Noodles.. It's Now in the Philippines

TOMOCHAN RAMEN EXPRESS LEADING THE WAY TO THE BEST RAMEN IN TOWN... NOW AVAILABLE FOR FRANCHISE.

By Gil M. Garcia (Food & Lifestyle Blogger))

TOMOCHAN RAMEN EXPRESS EXECUTIVES. In this photo from the Left is Ms. Akiko Okamoto, President & CEO of Tomachan Ramen Express, and Ms. KanakoTakizawa, Gen. Manager of Tomachan Ramen Express. Have a taste of Real and Authentic Ramen without going to Japan.. you can find the real taste of Tomachan Ramen Express on the 11th floor of LKG Tower, Ayala Avenue in Makati.  (Photos & Videos Credited to Teddy Cho)

It was known as the Japanese homemade Traditional Ramen.. and has its own Chinese origins. The main two theories are: that it came from the Chinese term 'la mian', meaning 'handmade noodles', or from the term lao mian, which literally meant ancient noodles'. Other names for Ramen are 'shina soba' and the more common 'chuko suba'.

In 1945,  returnees from China began opening Ramen stalls throughout the whole country. Ramen was cheap, delicious, and nutritious, so it became a household name for fulfilling the needs of the poor and the needy era.

Japanese Restaurants specializing in Ramen are very common in Japan. Some of them have tables that faced or surrounded the kitchen space; so that you can see the Chefs working while enjoying your Ramen noodles. The main ingredients of Ramen are wheat noodles and broth. The noodles are usually made of wheat flour, eggs, water, salt, and 'kansui' (a kind of mineral water).

The soup is usually made with chicken or pork stock. Common Ramen ingredients are shiitake mushrooms, katsuobushi (skipjack tuna flakes), kombu (kelp), niboshi (dried baby sardines), beef bones, and onions. Soy sauce and miso are used to flavor the soup. 

A lot of toppings can be added to the soup, like sliced pork meat, leek, boiled eggs, nori, corn, butter, and others.

Nowadays Ramen is incredibly popular and many regions have created their own unique variety. Here are some of them:

1. Sapporo Ramen  2. Kitakata Ramen  3.Yokohama Ramen  4.Tokyo Ramen  and 5. Hakata Ramen.

Please remember to make loud slurping sounds while eating Ramen because, in Japan, it’s considered to be an art of appreciation for the meal! Here comes the beginning of the era of the Ramen Empire Journey.

A BIT OF HISTORY OF RAMEN

The first time a Japanese person tasted Chinese noodles was in the Year 1665 in the domain of Hitachi Mito Domain in Tokugawa Shogunate in Northern Japan. It was the second Daimyo of the area, Tokugawa Mitsukuni. There are records of Confucian scholar Zhu Zhiyu who was a friend of Mitsukuni, bringing back the soup and noodles on his own turf. The dish was also created and recorded as Mitohan Ramen and it can be eaten in Ramen Restaurants throughout Mito-Shi in Ibaraki and soon it became popular.

Travelscope Newspaper Magazine Reportorial Group in a video interview speaking in the Nihongo language. Shown in the photo is the Owner & CEO of Tomochan Ramen Express Ms. Akiko Okamoto.

WHAT IS THE MEANING OF TOMOCHAN?

TOMOCHAN RAMEN EXPRESS was founded and organized by Ms. AKIKO OKAMOTO (President and CEO). She wants to share authentic Japanese delight and taste with the Filipino community and to the rest of the world at a very reasonable price without sacrificing its quality and taste. Ms. Okamoto took the bold step of the journey by opening its first store in Angeles City, Pampanga on July 2017. She believes that Tomochan Ramen Express will be the New 'Daily Ramen' that every individual would consider as their ultimate comfort food.

The company thought of something new that will be endeared to the public as 'Solid Friendship' and a bond of endearment.

'TOMO' was derived from the word Tomodachi, which is a Japanese term for a 'friend'.

'CHAN' is being used for Miss/ little children/ close friends and sometimes even used for couples and loved ones. Thus, TOMOCHAN is a solid friendship that promotes love, loyalty, and dedication.

Seichoyo Group Inc. envisioned  Tomochan Ramen Express to become the next symbol of Japanese culture in the Philippines as the company believes  that establishing Tomochan will further cultivate and strengthen the JaPinoy friendship by making authentic Japanese cuisine more affordable and reachable for every Filipino.

An authentic Japanese Ramen right at the heart of the busiest district of Makati.. To all Japanese Ramen food lovers, if you're craving for a taste of Japanese Ramen we advise you to find time to taste and experience the Tomochan Ramen Express. Creaminess, spicy taste, plump yet soft and tasty noodles garnished with onion leeks, runny soft boiled eggs that heightened the gastronomic experience. Thinly sliced pork loin, so tender and yummy,  juicy and at times spicy stimulates the inner cravings for more.

Ramen combined with Pork or chicken Tonkatsu with salad dressings a perfect, delightful treat for children and adult with delicate taste buds. Appetizer wets the taste buds whereby cravings and the hearts desire become as one just to satisfy what the mind expresses.. I WANT TO TASTE MORE!

Nowadays, instant Ramen Noodles abound especially in a fast-paced world it may solve hunger but nothing is more complete and healthy than the Tomochan  Ramen Express, it's cooked and prepared the natural way to suit your lifestyle and impeccable taste at a very affordable price. The Cooking staff is well-trained to cook and prepare the food in a traditional Japanese way.

Now ready for Franchising, for details please contact and text the following nos. (045) 304-4353, 0977-0635706, 0915-4826019 or E-mail us at: franchisetomochan@gmail,com or like us on Facebook and Instagram : facebook.com/tomochanph : tomochanph. (GilGarciaBlogs)

Photo Galleries:

Tomachan Ramen Express Executives Ms. Akiko-San Okamoto and Ms. Kanako-San Takizawa. 

 Food Blogger Ver Garcia got a taste of Tomochan Ramen Express. So delicious.. it's yummy.

 Ms. Romela Nullas a well trained kitchen staff.. courteous and smiling.

 Tomochan Ramen Express Logo.

 Tomochan Ramen Express sets of meals for you to choose from at a very affordable price.

 Add-Ons meals of Tomachan Ramen Express.

 Spicy Miso Tantan Ramen Special Soup..

Miso Ramen Special with thinly sliced pork and egg with vegetables.

Chicken Karoage with Shredded Cabbage and Mayonnaise.

Miso Special with one whole egg, 4 slices of pork, onion leeks with veggies and sea weeds.

 Combination of two meals.. Tonkatsu and Spicy Miso Tantan.

 Special meals for those in a hurry a signature comfort food of Tomochan Ramen Express.

A journey has begu.n.. and make it a Tomochan Ramen Express experience.. It's now ready for Franchising. What are you waiting for? Call now.. (GilGarciaBlogs)

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BINONDO-INTRAMUROS BRIDGE TO SERVE 30,000 MOTORISTS IS NOW OPEN

Binondo-Intramuros Friendship Bridge

China’s latest GIFT 3.5 billion pesos Friendship Bridge for the Filipino people!                                

China-donated Binondo-Intramuros Friendship Bridge is the first bridge to directly connect the 400-year-old Intramuros with Binondo, the world's oldest Chinatown, over the Pasig River.

Gave jobs to hundreds of Filipinos even during the pandemic and trained countless Filipino engineering students during its construction.

The Friendship Bridge will serve over 30,000 motorists every day, with a protected bike lane and walkway areas promoting a healthier lifestyle for generations of Filipinos! China Road & Bridge Corporation (CRBC) used advanced technology for the construction of the 734-meter-long, basket-handle tied steel arch bridge that spans 21m wide, with four lanes in total.

Duterte said the China-donated bridge will give Filipinos the chance to experience economic growth and enhanced productivity.

The Bridge shows that the Philippines is working together towards greener, more sustainable and climate change resistance infrastructure for generations to come, Duterte added.

This will infuse new energy and vitality into Intramuros and Binondo… Promoting more tourism, business opportunities, and friendship among the Filipino people.

The Binondo Intramuros Bridge is one of the two bridges donated by China during President Duterte's term.

The other China-donated bridge is the futuristic Estrella-Pantaleon bridge connecting Mandaluyong and Makati. The two bridges are worth over 5 billion... Given the prevailing rise in construction prices worldwide, the 2 bridges are estimated to be already worth over 8 billion pesos today!

China also donated 10,000 tons of rice for the poor communities around the Philippines including for the typhoon victims, over 5 million vaccines (on top of 50 million rushed-delivered), and billions more in medical supplies, among many other assistances.

Binondo-Intramuros Bridge taken at night time.


The bridge marks the 16th government to government project completed between China and the Philippines since 2016, said Chinese Ambassador Huang Xilian.

"Filipinos would enjoy more benefits from China-Philippines friendly cooperation," said DPWH Secretary Mark Villar said.

Video credited to Tour From Home TV.


The Bridge is another testament to the centuries-long bond between the Filipino and Chinese people, which was further enriched under the visionary leadership of President Duterte and President Xi Jinping. (VerGarciaBlogs)

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THE VIRAL AWARDS 2022 CONCLUDED WITH FLYING COLORS AND FANFARE.

                         

Mark Namoro, Founder and President of Viral Awards.

Viral Awards SUCCESSFULLY CONCLUDED GIVING AWARDS AND RECOGNITION in Okada Manila Grand Ballroom

The Viral Awards 2022 recognized and bestowed the award to the chosen individuals in recognition of their good deeds as outstanding achievers in their chosen field of endeavor worthy to be emulated by others.

Viral Awards will continue to spread the good news. We will give more emphasis on culture and arts a milestone for the industry in visual arts. In recognition for their dedication, hard work, and the unselfish attitude shown to the community throughout the years.

Sponsored by Philantrophist Bella Owen, Owner & CEO of Bellaskin, Inc. and Bella Skin's Collection. 

Beauty and Brains Ms. Bella Owen of Bellaskin. Inc.

The founders' Mark Namoro and Marlyn Kragh spearheading the good cause in leading all brands, personalities & services with the goal of promoting brands, and engaging with people, in more creative ways.

The crowd was treated to a grand show that is full of fun and surprises, VIPs, and Awardees in all endeavors. guests. Entertainment is full of fun and surprises. The host and Emcee of the Event were Broadcaster Marlyn Kragh, excellence in love life talk radio. Tune in with Life Coach Marlyn Kragh at DZRJ 810AM Radio.

Dr. Charlie Mendez (center), Founder of PAAAMMI. a professional medical organization.

At the program finale, last but not the least, given an outstanding recognition during the event was Dr. Charlie Mendez, MD; MBA. He is the Founding President of the Philippine AcademyAesthetic& Age-Management, Medicine, Inc. (PAAAMMI) and President/CEO of Dermaworld Center for Age Management Medicine.

The winning blogs and bloggers at the Viral Awards 2022.

The Viral Award is an award-giving body that gives recognition to individuals and enterprises. (VerGarciaBlogs)

LEADING HOTEL IN THE PHILIPPINES... AZALEA HOTELS & RESIDENCES IN BAGUIO CITY

AZALEA Hotels & Residences In Baguio City Leading Vacation Hotel In The Philippines By Grace Bondad Nicolas

Front view of Azalea Hotels & Residences in Baguio City.

Azalea Hotels Friendly Staff  Happy to attend to your inquiries.

On the Vacation, I enjoyed myself a lot at the Azalea Hotel and Residences in Baguio City with the highly regarded Lifestyle and Travel bloggers in the Philippines.

The first 4-star serviced apartment hotel in Baguio City, Azalea hotel & residences enriches the Baguio holiday experience with its full services and amenities of multi-use serviced apartment, complete with living, dining and kitchen facilities in all its suites.

One can't miss the eye-catching facade that makes up Azalea Hotels & residences Baguio. Resembling a ski resort, the structure is a clever inspiration for the Summer Capital's first vacation residence that brings thoughts of family vacations and friendly holidays. The towering facade sets the stage for what promises to be one of the most cherished Baguio holiday experiences. After all, nowhere else can one find a  place that has a convenience of a hotel and the full services and amenities of a serviced- apartment. Azalea Residences is located a few minutes away from downtown Session road and is located on a secluded hill that promises peace and serenity of country living and is proximate to the city's mainstream activities.

99 VALUE FOR MONEY APARTMENT SUITES

Designed for families and friends who love traveling together in big groups, Azalea Hotels & Residences Baguio has crafted 99 well-appointed and multi-occupant apartment suite rooms: 46 De Luxe, 17 One-Bedroom, 33 Two-Bedroom, and 3 Three-Bedroom all finished with a fully functional kitchen and dining facility providing the always opportune fond experience of coming together over home-cooked meals and joyful conversations.

Completing the accommodation experience is a living room area with a sofa bed and flat screen TV with cable connection, toilet and bathroom with hot and cold shower with separate toilets and baths.

4-STAR SERVICED  APARTMENT HOTEL AMENITIES

Azalea Hotels & Residences Baguio offer more beyond its guest rooms, lobby lounge, playground, business center, WIFI connection in guest areas, 24-hour medical assistance, tour arrangements, and vacation services, laundry and dry cleaning services, Coffee Shop, Spa and Massage Services, handicap accessibility, in-room dining and Transport arrangement From Baguio to Manila. There are two food and beverage outlets. The Tradisyon Coffee Shop which serves traditional Filipino Comfort Food and Bar called 8 Degrees.

HOLIDAY FACILITIES AND CONCIERGE SERVICES

Not to miss on island activities and water sports, the vacation concierge at the front desk can map out an efficient tour and travel arrangement for everyone's maximum comfort and enjoyment. For those who want to let the pampering continue, the in-room wellness spa masseuse is just a buzz away, more than ready to recharge and refresh a weary body for the next day. 

Currently, on its completion, Azalea will feature 285 guest rooms, a restaurant, and a pool bar and is the second hotel development under the Azalea group, the first being in Baguio. Future proposed sites include Cebu, Davao, and Angeles City.

AZALEA VACATION CLUB

Frequent holiday-goers may likewise opt to become members of the Azalea Vacation Club (AVC), a premier holiday membership provider that grants members exclusive perpetual vacation rights in all Azalea Hotels & Residencies properties. By owning a vacation with Azalea, members lock in the cost of today's vacation for a lifetime of future holidays plus get access to a host of exclusive member privileges.

Azalea Baguio is located at Leonard Wood Loop, Baguio City. For your inquiry and reservations, you may call Manila office at Tel. (632) 450-1151, 0917-8611641 or 0919-9944140. Email: reservations@azalea.com.ph or visit the website at http://www.azaleabaguio.com. For updates on events and promotions, follow the Facebook fan page at Azalea Residences Baguio, Twitter@AzaleaResidence and Instagram@azaleabaguio.

Those interested in avail of the Vacation Club Membership, you may call (02) 6347742 or email: customerservice@azalea.com.ph.(GraceBlogs)

LILAC CENTER COMMENDS THE PHILIPPINE OVERSEAS LABOR OFFICE (POLO) IN HONGKONG CANCELLATION

Former Undersecretary of Labor Nicon Fameronag with his staff at Lilac Center and acted as Emcee at the event held at the New World Hotel in CCP Complex in Pedro Gil St., Manila,  Philippines.

Lilac Center commends Bello for cancellation of POLO-Hong Kong online system deal Nicon F. Fameronag, president of Lilac Center for Public Interest, yesterday welcomed the decision of Labor and Employment Secretary Silvestre H. Bello III to cancel the service agreement on the online system for contract submission, processing, credentialing, welfare protection and data storage entered into between the Philippine Overseas Labor Office and an upstart Hong Kong service provider, Polaris Pools Ltd. 

“The Lilac Center commends Secretary Bello for his decision. It vindicates our expose of this deal which was obviously done in haste, under a cloud of secrecy, and with complete disregard of the procurement and data privacy laws of the Philippines under whose jurisdiction the POLO Hong Kong rightly belongs,” Fameronag said in a statement. Secretary Bello’s decision came after he directed DOLE Undersecretary Claro Arellano and two other DOLE Officials to conduct an investigation of the deal.

  Former Labor Usec. Nicon Fameronag in a huddle with his staff.

It was the Lilac Center that first brought to public light the aborted deal. In its recommendation, the investigation team said the “procurement” of the database system Polaris Tools Ltd., was done without public bidding on a grave disregard of the procedures of the Philippine procurement law.” This is a triumph of vigilant citizen advocacy in which the Lilac Center is a leading activist, Fameronag said. “Bello’s decision will serve a warning to all DOLE labor attaches that they are subject to the control and supervision of the DOLE secretary and, therefore, they could not just implement any program in the posts without his knowledge and approval”, Fameronag thus ended. (VerGarciaBlogs)

ZUELLIG PHARMA LAUNCHES ONE FAMILY, ONE HEART, ONE GOAL CAMPAIGN SLOGAN IN CROWNE PLAZA HOTEL, PHILIPPINES By: Teodoro P. Cho (Lifestyle Blogger and Photo Journalist)

Your heart is one of the most vital parts of the body and it's near to your lungs in the center of the chest and sternum, slightly on your left side, a layer called pericardium surrounds your heart. It weighs 200 to 425mg and almost similar to the size of your fist.

According to the Philippine Heart Association, "Heart attack and stroke are the number one killer in the Philippines". Heart disease may be a leading cause of death but that doesn't mean you have to accept it as your fate. Although you lack the power to change some risk factors, you can help prevent heart disease by making healthy choices and managing any health conditions you may have.

Family support and connections are the keys to enabling cardiovascular disease(CVD) patient cope up and overcome these health challenges. More importantly, every member or person in the family should be equipped with very relevant information and awareness about CVD such as Hyperlipidemia

This support system is the key factors in assisting CVD patients in coping up and overcoming these health challenges by providing insightful guidelines to each family members on how to manage CVD's such as Hyperlipidemia thus enabling the patients to take action during critical times thereby avoiding the dilemma, especially in a life and death situations.

Besides providing humane medical care health institutions should give prime importance to pursuing medical research, as well as imparting training to medical and paramedical staff, equally important is to create an improved public awareness of Cardiovascular diseases (CVD) with educational initiatives to achieve the goal of changing the way CVD is managed and prevented. 

The work of all internal organs and systems depends on the quality of blood circulation in our bodies. the supply of oxygen and nutrients including the removal of carbon dioxide and waste products from the metabolism in the internal organs. When one is young the blood vessels are young, elastic and clear from any blockage(plaque, fats) and nourishment of all organs is optimal. Clogged arteries and small blood vessels greatly increase the likelihood of heart attack, stroke and even death, so it is important to be aware no matter how old we are including having access to new and innovative treatments in the management of '' Dyslipidemia '' can make a difference for patients who are not able to achieve their lipid goals with statin alone or suffering from statin intolerance.

 A PCSK9 inhibitor is an option if a statin is no longer working. It has been in the global market for almost 3 years and is now being introduced in the local market courtesy of Zuellig Pharma Corporation and Amgen Philippines as its marketing arm. With the patient in mind and at the heart the institutions are committed to improving the lives of patients struggling with Dyslipidemia by helping them and their families to take the necessary action to prevent and manage their health risk.

In conclusion. exercise and lifestyle is the key to a healthy heart with support of Zuellig Pharma's worldwide campaign of One Family, One Heart, One Goal. We are assured of a healthy living assured that makes living easier and bustling. (Teddy ChoBlogs)

PASEI SUCCESSFUL MARKETING MISSION AT THE CENTRAL EUROPE IN GERMANY , POLAND, CZECH REPUBLIC, AUSTRIA AND SLOVENIA.. BY: VER GARCIA (LIFESTYLE & TRAVEL BLOGGER AND TEDDY CHO (PHOTO JOURNALSIT)

PASEI PRESS CONFERENCE..  In photo from (Left to Right) Madam Elsa U. Villa, President Philippine Association of Service Exporters, Inc. with colleagues. (Photo by: Teddy Cho)

Here's good news.. The President of the Philippine Association of Service Exporter, Inc. (PASEI), Ms. Elsa U. Villa, in a Press Conference at the Century Park Sheraton in Manila, reported a tremendous successful Marketing Mission at the Central Europe conducted recently at the Banahaw Suite in Century Hotel. Together with the 22 members of the mission which accomplished their Prime objective during a 19-day period to Strengthen and enhance the New markets for OFW's in Czech Republic, Poland, Croatia, Slovakia. The 3rd Marketing Mission in Central Europe confirms that the demand for Overseas Filipino Workers (OFW's) in the European countries are of factual basis and has a foundation and process in it's follow-through marketing mission to the Czech Republic, Poland, Germany and Austria as well. Furthermore, according to President Elsa U. Villa, this new emerging labor markets for the Filipinos have a lot to be explored and their Labor and Immigration Laws needs to be studied, until these countries on their part are consistently expressing their desire to hire more Filipinos. The Philippine Licensed Agency owners as of this writing can not fast track the hiring and deployment of OFW's primarily because of not being acquainted with the markets. In this aspect, President Elsa U. Villa is impelling the Government to provide a collaborative support to open up the European Labor Markets for Filipinos. Government assistance could be in the form of establishing: 1.) Philippine Overseas Labor Offices in some of the countries 2.) Relaxing or doing away with redundant rules not compatible with High Labor Standards of the European Union and 3.) Initiating discussions that could lead to the establishment of Bilateral Labor Agreements. 

In a Press briefing, Mrs. Villa also mentioned Poland, Czech Republic and Croatia as among the countries with a firm demand for the skilled OFW's. In Croatia, the mission was able to establish key entry points for OFW's in the markets with an estimated demand for 10,000 workers in the service and reception industry, which includes Hotels, Resorts, Gaming Facilities and Restaurant, it was the result of another round of talks with officials of the Labor ministries of the different European countries.

In that said press conference PASEI reiterated the call to establish a Philippine Overseas Labor Office (POLO). The call transpires from the desire of workers, employers and recruitment agencies in the region and in the Philippines to establish a POLO in either Czech Republic, Poland or in Munich, Germany which will eventually cater to the need to facilitate the sending and documenting of OFW's in Central Europe. In a letter addressed to Philippine Overseas Employment Administration (POEA), Chief Bernard P. Olalia, PASEI is requesting Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) to convene the Technical Working Group (TWG) on Czech concerns created by DOLE Secretary Silvestre H. Bello III under Administrative Order No.19 Letter S of 2018 and to involve PASEI and other Stakeholders in the TWG  discussions. PASEI reiterated the call for DOLE to expand the coverage of the TWG that will include other countries which have exhibited their desire to hire well trained OFWs, such countries as Poland, Slovenia, Slovakia, Croatia, Hungary  and Montenegro.

The 22 members of the marketing mission are as follows: 

1.) Mr. Ezekiel D. Chavez, President, Cebu New Wave Recruitment Inc.

2.) Ms. Julie Rose M. Inso, President & Chief Executive Officer; Coreteam Manpower Services, Inc.

3.) Ms. Karissa Paula B. Vitug, President, Holy Cross Placement Agency, Inc.

4.) Ms. Jovita G, Baltazar, International Marketing Consultant, Humanlink International Manpower Agency.

5.) Mdm .Elsa U. Villa, President, Krona International Service Systems Inc. 

6.) Ms. Yolanda R. Masa , Overseas Marketing Director; Luxury & JP International Corp.

7.) Ms. Edwina L. Beech, President/Chief Executive Officer, Mabuhay Personnel &  Management Services, Inc.

8.) Ms. Jenny P. Clavero, President / Chief Executive Officer Mountain Peak International Human Resources Corp.

9.) Mary Mei A. Victorino, President, Mother's Way Overseas Manpower Specialists Corp.

10.) Cherryl T. De Quiroz, Overseas Marketing Manager, Non-Stop Overseas Employment Corp.

11.) Ms. Rowena M. Paragas, President, NYD International Placement Agency, Inc.

12.)  Ms. Lea M. Singian, General Manager, Provident Overseas Placement Agency.

13.) Ms. Rowena D. Al Hanaki, President/ General Manager;

14.) Mr. Michael Yousef T. Damaso, Treasurer / President for Business Development;

15.) Ms. Cherry Lou M. Damaso, Vice President for Business Development;

16.) Mr. Rolando C. Cacho, Operations Manager 

17.) Ms. Marissa F. E. Garciano, Personal Asst. to the President,  All of Quintrix  Int'l.  Manpower Center, Inc.

18.) Ms. Edjelyn D. Diaz, President / Chief Executive Officer, Silver Skilled Recruitment Inc.

19.) Ms. Leslie S. Tan, President, Sunrise Search & Support Inc. 

20.) Ms. Myrna S. Magalong, General Manager, Transnational Services Inc. 

21.) Ms. Elvira A. Pineda, President and;

22.) Mr. Ramon D. Pineda, Treasurer, Uno Overseas Placement Inc.

MARKETING MISSION:

The Mission according to PASEI chief was a follow-through to it's marketing mission to the Czech Republic, Poland, Germany and Austria. According to Ms. Villa, they  need government support to open up the European Labor Market. This government support can be in the form of establishing POLO offices in some of the countries; relaxing or doing away redundant rules not compatible with the high Labor standards of the European Union and initiating discussions that could lead to the establishment of bilateral labor agreement.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Prior to the establishment of POLO in Central Europe, the TWG should have begun discussion on the Duties and Responsibilities involving the deployment of  Filipino workers to the Czech Republic: 1.) Formulation and Negotiation of the proposed Bilateral labor agreement between these countries  2.) Establishment of the Program of Actions and Mechanics of consultations 3.) Assessment of Labor Market Regulations and Policies relative to these countries labor markets. All of these issues and concern are for the POEA service sectors in which the PASEI plays an IMPORTANT and a leading role. In conclusion, PASEI can contribute and provide inputs to the TWG  discussions because of it's experience in the productive engagement in the Philippine Embassies and Consulates in these countries , as well as their respective Chamber of commerce and industries and relevant governing bodies. (VerGarciaBlogs)

PHOTO GALLERY:

In photo, Mr. Philip Ortaleza of eTime Magazine Online, Mrs. Elsa U. Villa, Pres. of PASEI and Ver Garcia, Editor-in Chief of Travelscope Magazine.

Ms. Susan Amoroso of eTime Magazine and Officer of PASEI.

Mrs. Elsa U. Villa stressing a point with the crowd.

Invited media practitioners in a luncheon meeting.

(Original Photo by: Teodoro P. Cho)