Philippine Ambassador to the Kingdom of Thailand Mary Jo A. Bernardo-Aragon joined other diplomats from foreign embassies in Thailand, in the 7^th Celebration of Thai Silk, Thai Silk to the World 2017”, an annual signature event held to commemorate the efforts and contribution of Her Majesty Queen Sirikit in the development of Thai silk industry.

Organized by the Tourist Assistance Foundation, in collaboration with the Tourism Authority of Thailand, the Ministry of Culture, Queen Sirikit’s Department of Sericulture, and the members of the Diplomatic Corps, this year’s event was held on 25 November 2017 at the Centara Grand Convention Centre, CentralWorld, Bangkok. The opening ceremony was presided over by Deputy Prime Minister and Chairman of the event Prof. Wissanu Krea-ngam.  

Amb. Mary Jo A. Bernardo-Aragon makes her gracious catwalk during the “7^th Celebration of Thai Silk, Thai Silk Road to the World 2017”, while two Filipino performers dance to the tune of “Pandanggo sa Ilaw” during which the official video of “It’s more fun in the Philippines” was played in the background. 

Philippine Ambassador to Thailand H.E Mary Jo A. Bernardo-Aragon (4^th from left) poses with other Ambassadors in Thailand who participated in the “7^th Celebration of Thai Silk, Thai Silk Road to the World 2017”. Twenty-nine (29) foreign embassies participated in the event, with 11 Ambassadors and 21 spouses of Heads of Mission.

International Filipino designer Oliver Tolentino walks with H.E. Mary Jo A. Bernardo-Aragon at the Fashion Show held during the 7^th Celebration of Thai Silk”. Mr. Tolentino, who shuttles between his base in Beverly Hills and in Makati City, designed the Thai silk gown modelled by the Ambassador.