The Filipino community in Belgium commemorated the Declaration of Philippine Independence this weekend through cultural events.

On 7 June 2025, the Kaangayan Multicultural Club Gent organized festivities in Ghent. Ambassador Jaime Victor B. Ledda, Deputy Chief of Mission and Consul General Pablito A. Mendoza, Honorary Consul General Ronny De Blaere, and Embassy personnel joined in the celebrations.

The following day, 8 June 2025, the Koalisyon Para sa Kalayaan (KPSK) celebrated Philippine Independence Day in Vilvoorde. Ambassador Ledda read the Independence Day message of Secretary for Foreign Affairs Enrique A. Manalo, while Vilvoorde Mayor Jo De Ro delivered a message for the Filipino community on the occasion.

Both events featured Filipino cultural presentations and food booths by Filipino entrepreneurs.