The Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (PAGCOR) formally opened the third leg of its photography contest exhibit on March 5 at Okada Manila’s Fountain Foyer, where it will run until April 3.
The exhibit showcases 48 winning entries from both the 2023 and 2024 PAGCOR photo competitions, offering visitors glimpses of the country’s harvest season and lesser-known tourist destinations.
“This third leg is special because unlike the first two exhibits, we brought to Okada Manila all the 48 winners of our 2023 and 2024 PAGCOR Photography Competitions,” said PAGCOR Chairman and CEO Alejandro H. Tengco at the opening.
The 2023 competition, themed “Sa’n Tayo Next?”, featured relatively unknown tourist destinations with potential, while the 2024 contest, “Harvest Time,” paid tribute to Filipino farmers, growers and fishers.
“These 48 masterpieces, carefully chosen by a panel of seasoned photographers and visual artists, are a testament to the incredible talent and creativity of Filipino photographers,” Tengco said.
During the launch, Tengco invited photographers to join the PAGCOR Photo Contest 2025, themed “Infrastructure for Economic Development.”
“This year’s contest will highlight infrastructure projects that serve as the backbone of our economic progress,” he said. The competition is open to amateur and professional Filipino photographers 16 and older, with entries accepted until July 31.
An “Expert Photographers Speak” event featuring commercial photographer Jay Jallorina will be held March 21.
Tengco was joined by PAGCOR President and COO Wilma T. Eisma, Directors Francis Democrito C. Concodia and Gilbert Cesar C. Remulla, and Okada Manila officials including Co-Vice Chairpersons Takako Okada, Atty. Michelle Lazaro and President and COO Byron Yip.
“As a world-class destination, Okada Manila is committed to providing exceptional experiences for our guests, and this exhibit gives us the opportunity to showcase the country’s rich heritage and vibrant destinations,” Yip said.
