A day after getting renewed backing from the European Union, President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. today received expressions of support from a ranking Japanese lawmaker for the Philippines’ development initiatives particularly in agriculture, infrastructure, defense and security, as well as the Mindanao peace process.

President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. on Monday called on the education department and local government units (LGUs) to continue supporting sports development in the country. Speaking during the opening ceremony of the 2023 Palarong Pambansa in Marikina City, President Marcos made an assurance that the government remains steadfast in developing the prowess of young Filipino athletes and in championing their well-being.

President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. hosted a luncheon for Her Excellency Ursula von der Leyen and her delegation. He expressed gratitude for the European Union's (EU) support and emphasized the importance of strengthening bilateral ties in trade and development. He wished for a warm friendship between the governments and peoples of both nations and offered a toast to the peace, prosperity, and continued success of the EU.

President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. witnessed the signing of a EUR 60 million Joint Declaration on the Green Economy Programme between the Department of Environment and Natural Resources and the European Union. The Programme aims to support the Philippines' transition to a green economy by promoting circular economy practices, reducing waste and plastic usage, and boosting energy efficiency and renewable energy deployment for climate change mitigation.

The Philippine government and the European Commission affirmed on Monday their commitment to stronger bilateral relations as they both agreed on the expansion of trade, and enhanced cooperation on climate change, maritime security and green economy.

President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. welcomed Her Excellency Ursula Von Der Leyen, President of the European Commission, and witnessed her ceremonial signing of the Guestbook during the arrival honors. This marks the first official visit of a President of the European Commission to the Philippines.

Noting the vast damage left by super typhoon Egay to agriculture in Northern Luzon, President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. assured on Saturday the local chief executives and the farmers affected will receive all forms of support and assistance from the Department of Agriculture (DA). from the Department of Agriculture (DA).

Overseeing the government’s post-Egay response in Abra on Saturday, President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. assured the victims of the super typhoon that everything they need has already been prepared by the government.

President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. welcomed the opening of the National Museum of the Philippines (NMP) in Cebu City on Friday, calling on the public to unite in promoting the historic city and the province for tourism.