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Climate Change Commission Secretary Robert E. A. Borje introduces President Rodrigo Roa Duterte and the President’s special video message at the Head of States and Government Meeting during the 4th Asia-Pacific Water Summit at the Kumamoto-Jo Hall in Kumamoto City, Japan, April 23, 2022.
Climate Change Commission Secretary Robert E. A. Borje introduces President Rodrigo Roa Duterte and the President’s special video message at the Head of States and Government Meeting during the 4th Asia-Pacific Water Summit at the Kumamoto-Jo Hall in Kumamoto City, Japan, April 23, 2022. Secretary Borje was appointed by President Duterte as his Special Envoy and representative to the said summit. His Majesty Emperor Naruhito and Her Majesty Empress Masako were present during the opening ceremonies. HM The Emperor and Prime Minister Fumio Kishida delivered keynote addresses while United Nations Secretary General Antonio Guterres delivered a message. After the opening of the said event, Secretary Borje paid a courtesy call on Prime Minister Fumio Kishida, conveying President Duterte’s congratulations on the success of the Summit and the commitment to continue working closely with Japan for mutual goals. The Prime Minister hosted a special luncheon for leaders and heads of delegation on the sidelines of the summit. The two-day water summit tackles various water-related issues affecting the Asia-Pacific region. PRESIDENTIAL PHOTOS

President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. said on Wednesday he hopes to forge a stronger relationship with Slovenia and Palestine to further promote peace and a rules-based international order.

President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. praised the ongoing support of the Asian Development Bank (ADB) for the Philippines which has significantly contributed to the country’s economic development.

Senior citizens deserve all the love, care, and protection that is why the government has been working hard to provide for their needs and benefits, President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. said on Wednesday.

President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. ordered government agencies to refine the language of the Department of Water Resources (DWR) Bill during a sectoral meeting on Tuesday, where the National Economic and Development Authority (NEDA) urged him to certify it as urgent.

President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. believes that the semiconductor industry in the country will grow as more skilled Filipinos become capable of working as chip manufacturers and integrated circuit (IC) designers.

President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. met with the MMDA and other agencies at Malacañan Palace to talk about improving the fiber optic cable network in Metro Manila.

President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. said on Monday the ongoing visit of Japanese Defense Minister Nakatani Gen will further strengthen the defense cooperation between Manila and Tokyo in the face of regional changes.

President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. said on Monday that the Philippines and Palau have entered a “new phase” in their bilateral relations. “Our bilateral relations have much potential to grow, as evident in the discussions and the agreements we have forged this morning. These agreements form the building blocks of this new phase in our relations,” President Marcos.

The Philippines and Palau signed on Monday agreements on foreign affairs policy consultations, agriculture, and fisheries. Among those signed were the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) on Policy Consultations between the Department of Foreign Affairs and the Ministry of State of the Republic of Palau; and the Diplomatic Notes for the Study Visit of Palau Officials and Stakeholders to Agriculture and Fisheries Facilities in the Philippines.