What's On & Expat - Philippines

Ambassador of Brazil Carlos Eduardo Sette Camara Da Fonseca Costa hosted a reception at his residence in Makati City to celebrate Brazilian National Day last September 7. The date marks the occasion when Dom Pedro, son of King João VI of Portugal, declared his independence from his father and Portugal. Brazil was colonized by Portugal from 1500 until its independence in 1822. The country has been a republic since 1889. Officially named the Federative Republic of Brazil, it is the fifth-largest country by geographical area, the fifth most populous country, and the fourth most populous democracy in the world. The reception also served as a farewell to outgoing Ambassador Costa, who was ending a fruitful term of office which saw the signing of the first Memorandum of Agreement between Brazil and the Philippines. The capable, amiable and very tall envoy will surely be missed by his many friends and colleagues in the country. What’s On & Expat congratulates the people of Brazil, headed by President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva, on the occasion of their National Day. Parabéns!
 

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