Symposium on Philippines-China Relations: Opportunities and Challenges
About the Symposium
The Symposium on Philippine-China Relations carries the theme Opportunities and Challenges, with the goal of building a stable relation between the Republic of the Philippines and People’s Republic of China.
A platform for discourse on challenges, opportunities, and possibilities for building a stable bilateral political, economic, or socio-cultural relations between the parties, the Symposium is a space for dialogue and exchange between scholars, practitioners, and experts in diverse but interrelated fields.
Convenors
Important Dates to Remember
November 30, 2022 : Starts of registration
December 10, 2022 : End of registration
December 12, 2022 : Symposium
The Ateneo Chinese Studies Program's Facebook and Youtube pages will stream the symposium live.
Registration
Register through the QR Code for a hassle-free entry into the campus to join the Symposium.
Welcome Remarks
Dr. Czarina Saloma-Akpedonu
Ateneo de Manila University
School of Social Sciences
9:15 am
Keynote Presentations
Asst. Secretary Nathaniel G. Imperial
Department of Foreign Affairs
H.E. Huang Xilian
Chinese Ambassador to the Philippines
9:45 am
Coffee Break
10 am
Panel 1 Presentations
Achievements and Opportunities
Fr. Aristotle C. Dy, SJ
Panel Chair
11:30 am
Interactive Session
12 nn
Lunch
1 pm
Group Photo Session
1:15 pm
Panel 2 Presentations
Bilateral Relations vis-a-vis Neighboring Countries
Dr. Carmel V. Abao
Panel Chair
2 pm
Interactive Session
2:30 pm
Coffee Break
3 pm
Panel 3 Presentations
People-to-People Exchanges and Experiences
Dr. Sidney Christopher T. Bata
Panel Chair
4:30 pm
Interactive Session
5 pm
Closing Remarks
Dr. Dai Fan
Jinan University
Center for Philippine Studies
Panel 1
10:00AM-12:00NN
Achievements and Opportunities
Atty. Engelbert C. Caronan, Jr.
Development Academy of the Philippines
Towards Cooperation and Healing: Exploring the Heritage Paradigm
Ms. Ana GM B. Abejuela
Agricultural Counsellor
Embassy of the Philippines in Beijing
Agricultural Cooperation and Trade: Prospects for the Future
Dr. Gezzez Giezi G. Granado
University of Santo Tomas
Looking into the Tourism Interconnection between Philippines and China
Dr. Robin Michael U. Garcia
University of Asia & the Pacific
WR Advisory Group
The Evolution of PhilippineForeign Policy from Duterte to Marcos Jr.
Dr. Aaron Jed Rabena
Asia-Pacific Pathways to Progress Foundation, Inc.
China-RP Relations During the Duterte Administration: Implications to the Future
Dr. Yan Yan
National Institute for the South China Sea Studies
DOC 20 years and UNCLOS 40 years:
A Review of China-Philippines Maritime Cooperation
Panel 2
1:00PM-3:00PM
Bilateral Relations vis-a-vis Neighboring Countries
Dr. Diana J. Mendoza
Ateneo de Manila University
Philippine-China Relations in the Context of the BIMP-EAGA: Opportunities and Challenges
Mr. Joshua C. Agpaoa
Jinan University
Philippine Independent Foreign Policy: Roles and Prospects on China-US Relations in Asia-Pacific
Mr. Lucio B. Pitlo III
Asia-Pacific Pathways to Progress Foundation, Inc.
Big Powers Competition and China-RP Relations
Panel 3
3:00PM-5:00PM
People-to-People Exchanges and Experiences
Ms. Jane T. Yugioksing
Ateneo de Manila University
Understanding Perceptions of New Chinese Migrants in the Philippines through the Lens of Nationhood
Dr. Li Yuanxin
Nanjing University of Science and Technology
China’s Image in Philippine Media: A Comparative Perspective
Dr. Rommel C. Banlaoi
Philippine Society for Intelligence and Security Studies
Sinophobia in the Philippines and the Current State of Philippines-China Relations
Dr. Jan Robert R. Go
University of the Philippines
Pandemic and Beyond: Lessons From Community Experiences in Quezon City and Wuhan
Dr. Francisco V. Navarro
Ateneo de Manila University
Ateneo Traditional Chinese Medicine
Traditional Chinese Medicine and the Pandemic in the Philippines
Dr. Arnusharief Hassiman
The House of Zhenjiu
Traditional Chinese Medicine: A Nurturing Pill of Sino-Fil Friendship
Symposium FAQs
Registration
What time does the Symposium start, and what time does it end?
The Symposium is a whole-day event, starting at 9:00AM and ending at 5:00PM.
If I am later unable to attend, is it possible to transfer my registration?
For logistical reasons, registration is personal, and cannot be transferred to another person.
I have registered through the QR code. Is my registration confirmed?
Yes. A confirmation email will also be sent to your registered email address by 10 December 2022.
If I am later unable to physically attend, how do I cancel my registration?
Feel free to watch the livestream of the Symposium on Facebook and Youtube. If you need to cancel, please send an email to chinesestudies.soss@ateneo.edu to cancel your registration.
Can I still register on the day of the event?
Attendees are encouraged to pre-register to ensure smooth entry into the campus. Pre-registration also helps us count you in for meals and information packets.
Preparing for the Event
Is there a dress code for attending the Symposium?
Participants are requested to come in business casual attire.
Are meals included with my registration?
A full-day registration by December 10 provides you access to all of the presentations and social and networking receptions that make up the Symposium, including lunch and coffee breaks.
I will bring a vehicle. Where can I park?
Parking is available within the Ateneo campus at the Northwest Carpark on a first-come, first-served basis. Please see map for directions.
Event Proper
Will internet access be available to participants?
Yes. Wifi will be available throughout the Symposium. Details will be made available at the registration area set up on the day of the event.
What do I do when I arrive at the Leong Hall?
Please proceed to the registration table to claim your information packet. An information packet will contain information about the Symposium and its organizers, as well as an ID which will entitle you to attendance at all sessions, meals, and receptions.
Are presentations going to be made available to participants?
Stay tuned for announcements.
Post Event
I attended the Symposium. Will I receive a certificate of attendance/participation?
An e-certificate will be issued to you after you shall have filled up our post-event survey. Stay tuned during the Symposium for announcements.
Map
Pre-register to avoid being held at the gate while waiting for approval.
Publication of Papers
Papers may be submitted for publication in Ateneo Chinese Studies Lecture Series. Click here to contribute.
LH200, 2/F Ricardo and Dr Rosita Leong Hall
Ateneo de Manila University Loyola Heights campus
Katipunan Avenue, Loyola Heights
1108 Quezon City
Philippines