To our Dear Delegates,
Greetings from AIESEC Philippines!
Everyone is currently aware of the political situation in our country today. We would like to assure everyone that despite what is being featured in the news, everything is under control with regards to the security of the conference and the security here in the Philippines. The situation here in our country has not endangered anyone nor has it affected any of the conference plans.
The actual conference will be held at the south of the country in the peaceful islands of Cebu and Bohol, located over 600 kilometers away, in islands separate from Manila where the protests occurred last week. While the areas where the protests occurred had been highlighted by the media, this does not reflect the true situation in the city. The protests were isolated in the areas seen and not widespread, Manila contines to be safe and peaceful. The protests lasted only a day have now been contained and controlled. Rest assured that security measures continue to be observed to ensure the safety of all Filipinos and tourists. For AIESEC and the rest of the country, it's business as usual. We continue to work very hard to make sure that APXLDS will be a memorable event for everyone. Upon your arrival, AIESECers will be present to welcome and assist you in your connecting flights and other transportation needs
7 comments:
I'll give you the same advice you gave me about Colombia...
GO SARA GO!!
I listened, didn't I? :)
Dunno who Saraheliz is but she's spot on the money... Colombia was in a similar situation when I was there but nothing happened, we were perfectly fine and had a blast!!!
Besides I'm probably going to hit it up in May for vacation and to travel for a week. If you miss this opportunity you will regret it, mark my words.
DO IT.
I still haven't even gotten official confirmation that I'm accepted to go...
In any case, compelling arguements. I've ruled out danger as a deciding factor in my decision. It's pretty much down to
A) if I'm accepted
B) if I can fenagle a change in a midterm day
C) my wallet
hmmmm
GO, get the midterm changed and GO!
3-4 Cornelians will be there and they don't even know what fun is without someone from Madtown.
No more excuses!
Digs:
you're totally right. If I don't go, I will highly regret it.
Arthur:
You've graced my blog with your presence again! I'm delighted. Are the Cornell folk flying here just for the conference or are they around these parts for the semester?
Man, I really want to go. I'll start exploring flight options
They are flying in just for the conference. International conferences have been known to change lives. Just a warning.
-Arthur
If I hear word back soon, I'll book my flight.
You're a convincing bunch.
And Arthur, I don't know what's up with your blog, but I try to post you happy comments and they're invisible! Just wanted to tell you that I'm glad you're back and blogging, and to have an amazing time in Prague. I hear international conferences are life changing...just to warn you.
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