Mitsubishi Motors Philippines donates P500,000 to earthquake victims

MANILA, Philippines - Mitsubishi Motors Philippines Corporation (MMPC) sincerely extends its sympathy to the victims of the recent devastating 7.2 magnitude earthquake that hit Central Visayas, particularly in Bohol, Cebu and nearby provinces.

The calamity took the lives of hundreds of individuals and irreparably damaged a lot of the historic and tourist spots in the region.

As a sign of its genuine compassion and as a humble effort to provide assistance to the casualties of the catastrophe, MMPC donated P500,000 to the Philippine National Red Cross (PNRC).

On the occasion of the formal launch of the Mirage G4 at the SMX Aura Convention Center, MMPC President and Chief Executive Officer, Hikosaburo Shibata and MMPC Executive Vice President Mr. Junya Masuda turned-over the check donation to Gov. Corazon de Leon of the PNRC.

Shibata emphasized that MMPC is always ready to provide humanitarian assistance and actively do its role as a responsible corporate citizen.

Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) is one of the three guiding principles that the company adopts.

He also stressed that CSR is an integral part of their existence as a corporate citizen.

“We at MMPC hope that this amount will help the PNRC provide immediate aid to those affected by the calamity”, Mr. Shibata said. “MMPC will further strive not only in bringing quality vehicles in the country but also in helping and enriching the nation in every best way that it can."