Murillo Velarde 1734 Map Turnover with AFM

The Murillo Velarde 1734 Map became part of the exhibit titled, "Scarborough Shoal and the Spratlys in Ancient Maps: An Exhibition" on April 21, 2023. Alliance Francaise de Manille, who organized the exhibit, received the official replica of the Velarde 1734 map on June 27, 2023. Asian Institute of Journalism and NOW Group Chairman Mr. Mel Velasco Velarde joined the opening of the exhibit and the turnover ceremony. The Alliance Francaise de Manille was founded in 1920 and is a cultural institutions in the Philippines that promote the French language and culture. #MapaNatinKwentoNatin #MapYourJourney