Shenzhen, 22 May 2026 - The Philippine Consulate General in Guangzhou participated in the 22nd China (Shenzhen) International Cultural Industries Fair (ICIF) held from 21 to 25 May 2026 at the Shenzhen World Exhibition & Convention Center in Shenzhen.
2026年5月22日，深圳——菲律宾驻广州总领事馆参加于2026年5月21日至25日在深圳国际会展中心举行的第二十二届中国（深圳）国际文化产业博览交易会（文博会）。
Recognized as one of China’s premier cultural expos, the ICIF gathered thousands of exhibitors, cultural institutions, creative enterprises, and tourism stakeholders from China and other countries, showcasing cultural products, heritage crafts, creative industries, tourism initiatives, and emerging cultural technologies.
作为中国最具影响力的文化展会之一，本届文博会汇聚了来自中国及其他国家的数千家参展机构、文化机构、创意企业及旅游业界代表，集中展示文化产品、非遗工艺、创意产业、旅游项目及新兴文化科技成果。
Consul General Iric Cruz Arribas joined members of the Consular corps and business leaders in touring the exhibition. In an interview with local media, he underscored the importance of innovation in cultural promotion. “We know that Shenzhen is well-known as a city of innovation. What is unique about the ICIF is learning how we can use Artificial Intelligence to further promote our country’s culture and tourism.” Consul General Arribas said.
菲律宾驻穗总领事艾瑞与驻穗领团成员及商界代表一同参观展会。在接受当地媒体采访时，艾瑞总领事强调了创新在文化推广中的重要作用。他表示：“深圳素有创新之城的美誉。此次文博会让我们深受启发，也让我们思考如何运用人工智能进一步推广本国文化与旅游资源。”
The Philippine booth, organized by the Philippine Consulate General in partnership with Everbloom Travel and Consultancy Inc, featured key Philippine destinations including Coron, Bohol, and Manila, highlighting the country’s diverse tourism offerings and rich cultural heritage.
Consul General Arribas also encouraged visitors to take advantage of the 14-day visa-free policy for Chinese tourists, promoting the country as an accessible destination for both business and leisure travellers.
菲律宾展位由菲律宾驻广州总领事馆与菲律宾风信子商旅咨询有限公司联合设立，重点推介科隆、薄荷岛及马尼拉等菲律宾热门旅游地，展示菲律宾丰富多元的旅游资源和深厚的文化底蕴。艾瑞总领事还鼓励中国游客充分利用菲律宾对中国游客实施的14天免签政策，便捷开启菲律宾商务与休闲之旅。
The ICIF serves as a valuable platform for networking and engagement with cultural institutions, industry representatives, and potential partners, contributing to efforts to strengthen people-to-people exchanges and cultural cooperation between the Philippines and China.
本次文博会为菲律宾与文化机构、行业代表及潜在合作伙伴开展交流合作提供了宝贵平台，有助于进一步加强菲律宾与中国之间的人文交流与文化合作。
