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Transcript
00:00It's noisy and lively in Binondo, Manila because of the Chinese New Year celebration.
00:06Maris Umali will show you some activities on the spot.
00:10Maris, Tonghe Pachoy.
00:15Conic, Yonghee, Watshaya.
00:17That's the celebration of happiness and joy for all of us who are celebrating the Chinese New Year.
00:31The open street is very lively here in the oldest Chinatown in the world, here in Binondo, Manila.
00:38The celebration is not only in sight, but also in the ears.
00:42Various attractions such as mascots, musicians and bands, as well as lions and dragon dance.
00:50In the early morning, the people who are celebrating here are from different parts of the country.
00:57Many people are buying lucky charms, round fruits and of course,
01:02not to be missed are the snacks and hobbies that bring luck.
01:07Because aside from the round things, which means that there won't be any serious problems,
01:13it's also sweet and tangy, which means that the family is close and sweet together.
01:19Those who are selling here have not gone home since last night
01:22when there was a countdown fireworks display and drone show to earn money.
01:28Last year, more than 1 million Filipinos visited and partied here in Binondo for the Chinese New Year.
01:37And according to the MPD Director, Police Brigadier General Tom Ibai,
01:41it's in town that more people will come this year.
01:45Many of those who came are family and friends.
01:49One of the trips is a food crawl with a lot of delicious and lucky food here in Binondo.
01:57The weather is also suitable, it's not too hot, so it's perfect for marches and photo opportunities.
02:05Later at 2 p.m., the Grand Thanksgiving Parade will be held from the Manila Post Office.
02:12It will pass through Jones Bridge, Escolta Street, Plaza Santa Cruz, Dasmarina Street, Quintin Paredes Street,
02:20Ongbin Street, Alonzo Street, Soler Street, Reyna Rejede Street, and it will end at Lucky Chinatown.
02:26That's why the traffic here is heavy.
02:29The Manila Police District assured that security will be tightened
02:33to maintain the order and safety of all those who are partying.
02:38As you can see behind me, the bands are still going on.
02:44That's what adds to the festive mood here in Binondo.
02:50There are a lot of people around me who are partying.
02:55They are just walking around, doing photo-ops, and buying things here in Binondo
03:00so that luck and positive energy will enter their lives this new year.
03:06That's the latest news from Binondo.
03:10From Binondo, Kyonghee Watshai.
03:13Kyonghee Watshai, Maris. Thank you very much, Maris Umali.

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