Israel is an old-new country, small in size, but with a culturally active, heterogeneous population. Four thousand years of Jewish heritage, over a century of Zionism, and more than half a century of modern statehood have contributed to a culture which has already created an identity of its own, while preserving the uniqueness of 70 different communities.
A largely immigrant society, Israel's creative expression has absorbed many different cultural and social influences, as it blends tradition and innovation, and strives to steer a course between Israeli particularism and universalism. The constant search for cultural identity is expressed through creativity in a broad range of art forms, appreciated and enjoyed by a great many people as part of daily life.
Israel's international cultural ties
World-wide culture ties focus on cooperation in a broad range of fields, including language, literature, the arts, media, and sports. Based on cultural agreements with more than 70 countries, in addition to links with many others, activities range from student and academic exchange programs and reciprocal tours by dance troupes, theater companies, art exhibits, musicians and orchestras, to participation in book fairs, film festivals and sports competitions as well as the teaching of the language and cultural traditions of both countries.
Bringing Israel’s vibrant culture to the Philippines…
Tel Aviv Party sizzled in Manila with Israeli DJs Daniel Mariuma and Moti Saadia, and party host Kay Long at The Pool Club and Revel, January 2016.
Israel-Philippines Friendship Concert featured Israel’s Ravid Kahalani and Philippines’ Nicole Asensio, February 2016. 
The 14th Israeli Film Festival with the theme “Romance from the Holy land” featuring Natalie Portman’s directorial debut “A Tale of Love and Darkness” went to the University of the Philippines Diliman and De La Salle University Manila, June 2016. The Embassy joined hands with the Quezon City Museum and Experience for the establishment of a special memorial corner and presentation in the museum.