“The British Council is currently collaborating with the Philippines—through the Design Center and the Asean Creative Cities—to further stimulate and mobilize the Philippines’ local creative economy,” Lopez said during the Asean Creative Cities Forum. The Asean region has its creative strength in place, founded on the rich artistic capital of its people. Cultivating opportunities for free-flowing collaboration, exchange and trade among the Asean countries are intended to develop a unique and creative Asean, Lopez said. These cities are recognized by the Unesco as Creative Cities for Gastronomy, Crafts and Folk Art, and Design. The forum is the best place to learn how a creative economy can contribute to the continued growth of the Philippines, she added.

Source: Manila Times April 26, 2017 17:37 UTC