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In 2020, MOAO launched several activities through digital and online platforms to pursue the celebration amidst the COVID-19 pandemic. The use of online platforms enabled the office to expand the scope of the activities to reach participants from other agencies and institution and individuals. The following are the activities:
In 2020, MOAO launched several activities through digital and online platforms to pursue the celebration amidst the COVID-19 pandemic. The use of online platforms enabled the office to expand the scope of the activities to reach participants from other agencies and institution and individuals. The following are the activities:
The Balangay: Through the Lens of Philippine Maritime History and Boat Culture, 23 September 2020
The Balangay: Through the Lens of Philippine Maritime History and Boat Culture, 23 September 2020
The Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) Maritime and Ocean Affairs Office (MOAO) went on a virtual voyage of discovery and learning on the Balangay through a public webinar on 23 September 2020 that attracted a live global audience of more than a thousand viewers in celebration of the Maritime and Archipelagic Nation Awareness Month (MANA Mo).
Entitled “The Balangay through the Lens of Philippine Maritime History and Boat Culture”, the webinar featured four leading experts, archeologists, and voyagers who elaborated on the genius and expertise of Filipinos in seamanship from pre-colonial times.
The Balangay also showcased the wealth of Filipinos’ ancient maritime traditions and history connecting the islands with great civilizations.
Advancing MANAMo with PTV's Rise and Shine Pilipinas
Advancing MANAMo with PTV's Rise and Shine Pilipinas
In 14 September 2020, MOAO, through Executive Director Emmanuel R. Fernandez, further advanced to the public the essence of celebrating MANAMo through his interview with PTV's Rise and Shine Pilipinas.
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