Balita · Issue No. 3819
Guest of honor and speaker: Hon. Benjamin E. Diokno, Ph.D., Governor, Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas
Profile of BSP Governor Benjamin Diokno, the President’s Corner, the Lacson luncheon meeting, Christmas fellowship and service activities, and health tips for the new decade.
Benjamin E. Diokno, Ph.D.
Dr. Diokno is Governor of the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas, a former Budget Secretary and Professor Emeritus of the University of the Philippines-Diliman.
President’s Corner
President Jackie Rodriguez welcomes the new year, looks back on the club’s Christmas service and ambassador visits, and welcomes BSP Governor Ben Diokno.
Sen. Ping Lacson Exposes a Corruption Perspective
Sen. Ping Lacson quoted James Fallows on public neglect and told Manila Rotarians that budget implementation cut funding for landmark laws he helped author.
Club Administration
Dir. Issam Eldebs took his oath as a new director on December 19, 2019, at a special meeting of the Board of Directors.
Luncheon Meeting with Senator Panfilo M. Lacson, Guest of Honor and Speaker
At the 21st meeting of the Rotary Club of Manila on December 5, 2019, Sen. Panfilo M. Lacson presented his legislative agenda and took questions in a public forum.
RCM Weekly Birthday Celebrants
President Jackie Rodriguez presented the December-born birthday celebrants of the Rotary Club of Manila.
Papas - Pasko & Pamasko 2019: A Festive Fellowship
The Rotary Club of Manila held its Christmas fellowship on December 10, 2019, at Hotel Fairmont Makati, with the World Famous Music Chorale singing carols.
70th Birthday of PE/Dir. Bobby Joseph
PE/Dir. Bobby Joseph celebrated his 70th birthday at the Ballroom of the New World Makati Hotel on December 11, 2019.
Interclub Relations
Rotarians attended the Rotary District 3810 meetings, the Rotary Club of Imus induction and handover, and the Presidents-Elect Fellowship 4.0.
Cogs in the Wheel
Star Rtn. Reggie Yu received the UP Cesar E.A. Virata School of Business Distinguished Alumni Award on December 7, 2019.
RCM Brings Christmas Cheers to Asilo de San Vicente de Paul
On December 17, 2019, Manila Rotarians inaugurated an Aquaponics Farm and a playground at the Asilo de San Vicente de Paul and distributed disaster preparedness kits.
Manila Rotarians Bring Christmas Spirit to UP-PGH Children’s Cancer Ward
Manila Rotarians distributed gifts and pastries to children at the UP-PGH Children’s Cancer Ward on December 15, 2019.
Health Tips for the New Decade
Eleven tips for maintaining a happy and healthy life in the new decade, from optimism and sleep to diet and exercise.
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