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Presidential Assistant on Foreign Affairs and Chief of Presidential Protocol Robert E.A. Borje led discussions at Roundtable Theme 2: Skilling Migrants for Employment on Day 4 of the 13th Global Forum on Migration and Development (GFMD) Summit hosted by UAE on January 21, 2021
The Philippines led discussions at Roundtable Theme 2: Skilling Migrants for Employment on Day 4 of the 13th Global Forum on Migration and Development (GFMD) Summit hosted by UAE. Presidential Assistant on Foreign Affairs and Chief of Presidential Protocol Robert E.A. Borje co-chaired the meeting with UK’s Victoria Hermon. As co-chair, the Philippines emphasised the need to contextualise skilling as uplifting human dignity and human rights, citing that for the Duterte Administration, skilling is more than increasing productivity or responding to labor needs. The Philippines’ participation at #GFMD13 is anchored on President Rodrigo Roa Duterte’s commitment to protect and promote the rights and welfare of Overseas Filipino Workers. PRESIDENTIAL PHOTO
President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. welcomed Palauan President Surangel Whipps Jr. with Arrival Honors, reaffirming the Philippines' strong diplomatic ties with Palau. Following the ceremonial signing of the Guest Book, the two leaders held a tête-à-tête to discuss key areas of cooperation and regional collaboration.
President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. sworn in on Monday veteran broadcast journalist Jaybee “Jay” Ruiz as Secretary of Presidential Communications Office (PCO).
The Philippines has always chosen peace despite the tension in the South China Sea. President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. made the assertion during the 80th Anniversary Commemoration of the Liberation of Manila on Saturday.
The President sees the need to form a national task force composed of vital government agencies, along with local government units, to formulate a long-term redevelopment plan for communities affected by the eruption of Kanlaon volcano.
Pinangunahan ni Pangulong Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. ang panunumpa ni Vivencio B. Dizon bilang bagong Kalihim ng DOTr ngayong Pebrero 21, 2025.
President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. assured Negrenses on Thursday that his administration will continue to help people in need by providing employment, state support, and livelihood through a whole-of-government effort.
President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. said he expects the Philippines and the Czech Republic to explore more areas of cooperation to strengthen the partnership between the two countries.
President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. on Thursday ordered the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) to meet public expectations by ensuring peaceful, credible, and orderly elections on May 12.
President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. met with implementing agencies of the Anti-Agricultural Economic Sabotage Act to discuss cutting down smuggling and stabilizing prices. The President emphasized the importance of the meeting, noting that it plays a vital role in the government’s efforts to control prices, particularly those of food products. The Department of Energy (DOE) also briefed the President on the coal policy for coal-fired power plants and mining of indigenous coal. President Marcos emphasized that ensuring a sufficient power supply is a priority for safeguarding the socioeconomic welfare of the people.
