Philippine Institute of Civil Engineers – Eastern Province Saudi Arabia joins partnership ceremony at first-ever TFT Watchlist Forum in Saudi Arabia
The event featured a symbolic partnership segment that highlighted the collective efforts of The Filipino Times and key Filipino organizations in Saudi Arabia — all working together to empower, inform, and uplift the overseas Filipino community.
Representing The Filipino Times was Rain Dimalanta, Director for Operations, Sales and Marketing, who led the ceremonial photo opportunity as part of the forum's official program. Meanwhile, the Philippine Institute of Civil Engineers – Eastern Province Saudi Arabia was represented by its 2021 President Engr. Jay-ar Legaste and 2025 President Engr. Jul Amri Insail.
The TFT Watchlist Forum was proudly organized by The Filipino Times, the largest international Filipino news media and marketing agency globally, in collaboration with New Perspective Media Group. It was the first time the forum was held in Saudi Arabia, bringing together OFWs, community leaders, advocates, and industry experts in one vibrant celebration of unity and empowerment.
The event was made possible through the support of its generous sponsors:
Silver Sponsors: Ayala Land International Sales, Inc.
DMCI Homes
Support Sponsors: Arthaland
Sun Life
Philippine Airlines
Attendees also enjoyed exciting TFT Pa-regalo giveaways throughout the program, including grocery packs, a JBL party box speaker, a 55' smart TV, and a roundtrip ticket to the Philippines — bringing fun and smiles to the Filipino community in attendance.
The Filipino Times thanks the Philippine Institute of Civil Engineers – Eastern Province Saudi Arabia for joining the partnership and for its continued service to Filipinos in the Kingdom.
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