Via inquirerdotnet He pointed out that the Philippines is Germany’s most important trade partner in Europe: “Specially Cebu. It is a very promising destination for German investment and trade.” Read more:
Receiving the prominent guests at the reception line and introducing them was Dr. Franz Seidenschwarz, German honorary consul in Cebu for the past decade.
In his speech, Ambassador Kricke praised Dr. Franz for his abnegation and dedication in taking care of the German community. “In Cebu, there are probably 4,000 German citizens,” said Kricke. “To offer them consular service is one of the consulate’s most important tasks.” The ambassador revealed that in 2000, Dr. Seidenschwarz discovered a rare dragonfly in a mountain forest in Cebu. It’s been named after him, the Risiocnemis Seidenschwarzi. “Unfortunately, it is threatened with extinction due to the shrinking forest cover.
Honorary Consul of Denmark Mary Christine Florido, Honorary Consul of Sweden Jose Sala, German Ambassador Dr. Gordon Kricke, Susan Montenegro Sala, Honorary Consul of Germany Dr. Franz Seidenschwarz.
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