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PMA class valedictorian thanks PBBM, commits to serve nation

Posted on: May 17, 2025

Philippine Military Academy (PMA) Siklab-Laya Class of 2025 valedictorian and summa cum laude Second Lieutenant Jessie Ticar Jr. expressed his deep gratitude to President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. for the continued support to the PMA, which provides its free and quality education program.

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PBBM lauds PMA valedictorian’s journey of sacrifice, triumph

President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. celebrated the inspiring journey of Lieutenant Jessie R. Ticar Jr., the valedictorian of the Philippine Military Academy (PMA) Siklab-Laya Class of 2025, describing him as a shining example of perseverance, discipline, and patriotism.


PBBM honors the sacrifices of PMA graduates’ families

President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. on Saturday paid tribute to the families and supporters of the graduates of the Philippine Military Academy (PMA) Siklab-Laya Class of 2025, recognizing their vital role in shaping the cadets’ journey of service and sacrifice.


PBBM hails inspiring 54 female PMA graduates

President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. on Saturday encouraged more women to join the Philippine Military Academy (PMA), as he lauded the 54 female graduates of the PMA Siklab-Laya Class of 2025.



Malacañang welcomes legitimate opposition

Malacañang on Friday reaffirmed its openness to dialogue with the legitimate opposition while pointing out that criticism without any basis merely derails programs that benefit the public.


Statements

Dialogue between Philippine and Korean Officials

MANILA – On May 16, 2025, the Presidential Anti-Organized Crime Commission (PAOCC), chaired by Executive Secretary Lucas P. Bersamin, engaged in a high-level dialogue with the representatives from the Korean consulate and the United Korean Community Association in the Philippines to address the rising violent crime rates committed against Korean nationals residing in or visiting the country. Also in attendance from the Office of the President were Ambassador Marciano A. Read More


Statement

I have been made aware of the preventive suspension issued against Governor Gwendolyn Garcia of Cebu. Let me be clear: in a time like this—so close to the elections—it is vital that we uphold the rule of law and observe due process. Any action that affects the mandate of a duly elected official must go through the proper channels and in accordance with the Constitution and the Omnibus Election Code. Read More


Speeches & Briefings

Speech by President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. at the Commencement Exercises of the PMA “Siklab-Laya” Class of 2025

[Before we begin, troop commander you will give the command of tikas pahinga.] Thank you very much, our National Defense Secretary, Secretary Gilbert Teodoro, for your kind introduction. [Please take your seats.] The Ambassador of the Kingdom of Spain to the Philippines His Excellency Miguel Utray Delgado and the other esteemed members of the Diplomatic Corps; Armed Forces of the Philippines Chief of Staff General Romeo Brawner and the major Read More


Malacañang Press Briefing of Palace Press Officer and PCO Undersecretary Atty. Claire Castro

PCO USEC. CASTRO: Magandang umaga, Malacañang Press Corps, welcome sa ating press briefing ngayong araw. Simulan natin sa magandang balita na dala ng administrasyon ni Pangulong Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. sa Bagong Pilipinas. Alinsunod sa direktiba ni Pangulong Ferdinand Marcos Jr. na isulong ang food security at maritime development sa West Philippine Sea, inilunsad ang ‘Kadiwa ng Bagong Bayaning Mangingisda’ (KBBM) program. Sa ilalim ng programang ito ng Philippine Coast Guard Read More


Malacañang Press Briefing of Palace Press Officer and PCO Undersecretary Atty. Claire Castro

PCO USEC. CASTRO: Magandang umaga, Malacañang Press Corps. Welcome sa ating press briefing ngayong araw. Simulan natin sa mga magandang balita na dala ng administrasyon ni Pangulong Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. sa Bagong Pilipinas. Kaugnay sa katatapos lang na 2025 national and local elections, alinsunod sa utos ni Pangulong Marcos Jr. sa Department of Budget and Management, inaprubahan noong Biyernes ng DBM ang dalawang-libong pisong across the board increase sa honoraria Read More


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PBBM welcomes new foreign envoys

As President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. received the credentials of five new ambassadors to the Philippines at Malacañang on Thursday, he took the opportunity to reaffirm the Philippines’ commitment to strengthening bilateral cooperation with Bangladesh, Palau, Armenia, Cuba, and Mongolia.