The PH Deepens Industry Ties at Cannes 2026
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On the fourth day of the 79th Cannes Film Festival in France, the Philippine delegation focused on strengthening international ties, sharing industry knowledge, and engaging in meaningful discussions on potential collaborations and strategic partnerships.

Filipino filmmaker Wilfredo Manalang held an insightful discussion with six Singaporean students at the Pavilion, fostering cultural exchange, critical thinking, and dialogue through cinema.

The FDCP also joined the Asian Film Alliance Network (AFAN) General Assembly alongside representatives from national film agencies and industry leaders across Asia, where the members discussed ways to move forward and the upcoming AFAN Bootcamp for Young Filmmakers and the AFAN Film and TV Summit happening in Manila this August, hosted by the FDCP as this year’s AFAN Host Country. The AFAN Spotlight Sessions. explored the co-production journey behind Sompot Chidgasornpongse’s Thai comedy-drama ‘9 Temples to Heaven,’ and featured the actors of ‘Next Step Studio,’ who shared insights on acting, collaboration, and the evolving landscape of Indonesian cinema.
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