MercoPress. South Atlantic News Agency

Falklands celebrates Chilean Independence Day with the local Chilean community

Members of the Chilean community celebrate in their traditional costumes

The Falkland Islands celebrated Chilean Independence with a special reception for the local Chilean community in Government House.

 Delicious Chilean delicacies were served at a reception at Government House last Tuesday in honor of the Falklands Chilean Community and to celebrate the “Eighteenth” that is Chilean Independence Day.

Chilean nationals make up 5% of the Falklands population according to the last census.

Besides the good food such as empanadas, there was plenty of music and dancing.

Acting Governor Alex Mitham made a speech paying tribute to the valuable role the Chileans play in supporting the Falklands Community. (PN)