The Southern Philippines Agri-Business and Marine and Aquatic School of Technology (SPAMAST) marked the start of August with a vibrant celebration of ASEAN culture and heritage. During the flag-raising ceremony on Monday, August 5, 2024 at SPAMAST, Malita, Davao Occidental. SPAMAST employees donned ASEAN-inspired attire, symbolizing the rich and diverse cultures of the member countries. This event formally opened the institution’s ASEAN Celebration.
The celebration is part of the broader commemoration of ASEAN Day, which is observed annually on August 8. This day marks the founding of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) in 1967, following the signing of the ASEAN Declaration, also known as the Bangkok Declaration. The annual ASEAN Day celebration serves as an opportunity to highlight the organization’s achievements and contributions to the region.
Through various activities and events, SPAMAST’s celebration aims to foster a deeper understanding and appreciation of ASEAN’s role in the region’s development. As SPAMAST and its community come together to celebrate ASEAN Day, they join the wider region in acknowledging the organization’s ongoing efforts to enhance cooperation and unity among Southeast Asian nations.
