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Tagum City artist wins P100,000 top prize in video contest celebrating Filipino-Chinese relations

Mark Capareda of Tagum City is the winner of a TikTok video competition organized by the Federation of Filipino Chinese Chambers of Commerce and Industry Inc., which sought for creative pieces showcasing relations between the Philippines and China. Katrina Domingo, ABS-CBN NewsMark Capareda of Tagum City is the winner of a TikTok video competition organized by the Federation of Filipino Chinese Chambers of Commerce and Industry Inc., which sought for creative pieces showcasing relations between the Philippines and China.

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<div><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1751705534018070525_fil chinese.jpg" style="width:960px" class="fr-fic fr-dib" alt="Mark Capareda of Tagum City is the winner of a TikTok video competition organized by the Federation of Filipino Chinese Chambers of Commerce and Industry Inc., which sought for creative pieces showcasing relations between the Philippines and China. Katrina Domingo, ABS-CBN NewsMark Capareda of Tagum City is the winner of a TikTok video competition organized by the Federation of Filipino Chinese Chambers of Commerce and Industry Inc., which sought for creative pieces showcasing relations between the Philippines and China. Katrina Domingo, ABS-CBN News"/>Mark Capareda of Tagum City is the winner of a TikTok video competition organized by the Federation of Filipino Chinese Chambers of Commerce and Industry Inc., which sought for creative pieces showcasing relations between the Philippines and China. Katrina Domingo, ABS-CBN News</div>MANILA — An artist from Tagum City on Saturday brought home the P100,000 prize after winning in the Federation of Filipino Chinese Chambers of Commerce and Industry Inc.’s (FFCCCII) TikTok video competition that sought for creative pieces showcasing relations between the Philippines and China.Mark Capareda bested 175 other entries with a video showcasing how he painted a piece that pays tribute to the fusion of Filipino and Chinese traditions. Competitions organizers had described Capareda’s winning video and painting as a “visually stunning masterpiece blending festivals, cuisine and traditions in a dazzling display of unity.” The P50,000 second-place prize went to Emmanual Labrador from Navotas who composed a song that pays “tribute to 5 decades of diplomacy, trade and camaraderie,” while Richard Samulde from South Cotabato brought home P30,000 and the third-place title for his “heartwarming narrative of cross-cultural friendship that resonated deeply with audiences.” The competition was part of the FFCCCII’s celebration of the 50th anniversary of diplomatic relations between the Philippines and China. “We have challenges too but they must not define the relations between our nation,” said FFCCCII President Victor Lim. “Let us look beyond our differences, and celebrate what binds us: a shared future for all,” he said. These video entries from young Filipino creators — aged between 18 and 35 years old — “are great reminders to us that friendship and harmony transcends borders,” said FFCCCII Vice President Reynold Sy. “Let’s continue to spread positivity and uplifting stories because this is what the world needs,” he said. The Chinese Embassy in Manila also lauded the competition for producing “lots of outstanding video clips with distinct themes and creative brilliance.” “They gave us a glimpse into what China truly looks like, through their unique perspectives, dynamic visuals, and heartfelt storytelling,” said Wang Yulei, China’s Minister Counsellor here. “Their videos allow us to feel the warmth and sincerity of the friendship between our two peoples, and demonstrate that China-Philippines friendship is the common aspiration of the vast majority of people and the powerful trend of history that cannot be stopped,” she said. The FFCCCII said it will host another TikTok youth video competition in September to showcase Philippine-Chinese economic relations.

An artist from Tagum City on Saturday brought home P100,000 after winning the top prize in the Federation of Filipino Chinese Chambers of Commerce and Industry Inc.’s (FFCCCII) TikTok video competition that sought for creative pieces showcasing relations between the Philippines and China.

An artist from Tagum City on Saturday brought home P100,000 after winning the top prize in the Federation of Filipino Chinese Chambers of Commerce and Industry Inc.’s (FFCCCII) TikTok video competition that sought for creative pieces showcasing relations between the Philippines and China.