Young Filipino Creators Shine in Celebrating 50 Years of Philippines-China Diplomatic Ties
A vibrant celebration of youth, culture, and diplomacy unfolded today as the Federation of Filipino Chinese Chambers of Commerce & Industry, Inc. (FFCCCII) held its TikTok Video Competition Awarding Ceremony, honoring outstanding young Filipino content creators who creatively showcased five decades of enduring friendship between the Philippines and China.
Led by FFCCCII President Dr. Victor Lim, the awarding was graced by Chinese Embassy Minister Councilor Wang Yulei, symbolizing the strong diplomatic and cultural cooperation between the two nations. The event follows the recent induction of new FFCCCII officers, where President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr. encouraged stronger economic, cultural, and diplomatic relations with China—currently the Philippines’ top trading partner.
Honoring Stories That Inspire
The nationwide competition invited participants aged 18 to 35 to produce short-form TikTok videos capturing the shared history, traditions, and values of the Philippines and China. The contest drew hundreds of creative submissions, which were rigorously judged in two rounds to determine the most compelling entries.
Top Winners Recognized
🏆 Grand Prize Winners:
1st Prize (₱100,000): “The Fusion of Filipino & Chinese Traditions” by Mark Capareda (Tagum City, Davao del Norte) – A dazzling celebration of culinary and cultural harmony.
2nd Prize (₱50,000): “PHChina50years” by Emmanuel Labrador (Navotas) – A heartfelt look back at five decades of bilateral ties.
3rd Prize (₱30,000): “Magkaibigan (Pilipinas at Tsina)” by Richard Samulde (South Cotabato) – A moving story of friendship across cultures.
🎖 Special Awards:
President’s Choice (₱20,000): “Dugong Tsino, Pusong Pinoy” by Ricardo Todio Jr. (Leyte)
Youth & Integration Committee’s Choice: “Friendship Beyond Borders” by Aaliyah Mara Adriano (Bulacan)
Media Committee’s Choice: “Pengyou Hanggang Dulo” by Liwileen Dalupang (Tarlac)
Inspirational Story Award: “A Wish Not Written on Khoom Fay” by Aresteo Antalad (Navotas)
Cultural Story Award: “PhChina50years” by Misra Aina (Sulu)
🏅 Notable Entries (₱10,000 each):
Eleven creators also received consolation prizes for exceptional storytelling across diverse formats—ranging from animation and humor to historical tributes and personal narratives.
Building Bridges Through Art
In his keynote message, Dr. Victor Lim praised the entries for breathing new life into cultural diplomacy:
“These videos are more than just content—they are bridges. Through creativity, our youth have strengthened the bond between two nations, proving that friendship knows no borders.”
Minister Councilor Wang Yulei echoed this sentiment, recognizing the young Filipinos for “highlighting the importance of cultural exchange in sustaining peace and cooperation.”
Next Round of Creativity Begins
As part of the ceremony’s closing announcements, FFCCCII launched the next TikTok Youth Video Competition, this time with the theme:
“Chinese Contributions to Philippine Progress”, focusing on the Filipino-Chinese community’s impact on the economy and philanthropy.
The contest is open to all Filipino citizens aged 18 to 35, with entries due by September 30, 2025, and the same exciting cash prizes, including ₱100,000 for the top winner. Details will be posted on FFCCCII’s official Facebook, TikTok, and Instagram platforms.
Watch & Celebrate
To view the winning videos and celebrate Filipino creativity, search #PHChina50years on TikTok or follow FFCCCII’s social media pages.#
