Angeles City Mayor Carmelo “Pogi” Lazatin Jr. received a generous donation of 150 boxes of tikoy (Chinese sticky rice cakes) on January 27, 2025, as part of the celebrations leading up to the Chinese New Year on January 29. The donation was made by the Filipino-Chinese Chamber of Commerce in recognition of the important cultural event and to spread joy to local communities.
The ceremony took place at the Angeles City Hall, where Mayor Lazatin was joined by other city officials, including Secretary to the Mayor Raffy Lazatin Angeles and ACDRRMO Chief Rudy Simeon. The Filipino-Chinese Chamber of Commerce, which has been instrumental in supporting community initiatives, expressed its commitment to strengthening ties between the Filipino and Chinese communities in the area.
Mayor Lazatin expressed his gratitude for the generous donation, highlighting the significance of the Chinese New Year to the local community. “This donation will go a long way in spreading happiness and goodwill during this festive season,” he said. The tikoy is considered a traditional food that symbolizes good luck and prosperity for the new year.
The donation of tikoy, a well-loved treat among Filipinos, will be distributed to various barangays (neighborhoods) and families in Angeles City. This gesture of goodwill reflects the ongoing collaboration between the local government and the Filipino-Chinese business community, aimed at enhancing community spirit and unity.
In addition to the donation of tikoy, the event served as an opportunity for the local government to reinforce its efforts in supporting the diverse cultural traditions of the city’s residents. It also emphasized the importance of fostering stronger relationships between the Filipino and Chinese populations in Angeles City.
Secretary to the Mayor, Raffy Lazatin Angeles, also expressed his appreciation for the donation, acknowledging the Filipino-Chinese Chamber of Commerce’s continuous support for the city. The collaboration between the city government and the chamber has played a vital role in promoting the shared values of prosperity, peace, and cooperation.
As Angeles City prepares to welcome the Chinese New Year, the donation of tikoy serves as a symbol of hope and positivity for the year ahead. The local government and its partners continue to strengthen their efforts in making the celebrations inclusive, promoting cultural understanding, and fostering unity within the city’s diverse communities.
Source: Angeles City Information Office
