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President Rodrigo Roa Duterte presents to Abra State Institute of Sciences and Technology (ASIST) President Dr. Gregorio Turqueza Jr. a copy of Republic Act No. 11574 or an act converting the ASIST into the University of Abra, during the signing of the Bureau of Fire Protection Modernization Act and presentation of newly enacted laws on various state universities and colleges at the Malacañang Palace on September 10, 2021.
President Rodrigo Roa Duterte presents to Abra State Institute of Sciences and Technology (ASIST) President Dr. Gregorio Turqueza Jr. a copy of Republic Act No. 11574 or an act converting the ASIST into the University of Abra, during the signing of the Bureau of Fire Protection Modernization Act and presentation of newly enacted laws on various state universities and colleges at the Malacañang Palace on September 10, 2021. Witnessing the presentation are House Speaker Lord Allan Velasco, Executive Secretary Salvador Medialdea, Commission on Higher Education Chairman Prospero De Vera, Senator Christopher Lawrence Go, Senator Imee Marcos, House Majority Leader Ferdinand Martin Romualdez, Representatives Mark Go and Joseph Bernos, and Presidential Legislative Liaison Secretary Luzveferda Pascual. KARL ALONZO/ PRESIDENTIAL PHOTO

President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. on Thursday reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to supporting the growth and prosperity of Filipino laborers — not only as a duty, but as a gesture of respect and gratitude.

President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. on Wednesday witnessed the signing of the Status of Visiting Forces Agreement (SOVFA) between the Philippines and New Zealand, a legal framework enabling the countries’ militaries to conduct joint activities and exercises.

President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. on Tuesday conveyed his sincere appreciation to Japan for its “enduring commitment” to supporting his administration’s development priorities. President Marcos affirmed the Philippines’ “sustained commitment” to further strengthening the enduring and strategic partnership with Japan, the Philippines’ second-largest economic partner and a major source of trade, investment, and development assistance.

President Marcos reaffirmed to Japanese Prime Minister Ishiba Shigeru the Philippine commitment to deepen ties in diplomatic, political, security, and defense cooperation as both nations approach 70 years of diplomatic relations in 2026.

President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. on Tuesday expressed optimism for enhanced regional collaboration and the continued strengthening of diplomatic ties in the Indo-Pacific to promote peace, prosperity, and long-term stability in the region.

President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. on Tuesday urged the graduates of the Philippine National Police Academy (PNPA) “Sinaglawin” Class of 2025 to be the guiding light the country needs to meet its citizens’ daily needs.

President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. and First Lady Liza Araneta-Marcos are set to arrive tomorrow (Monday) after attending Pope Francis’s funeral on Saturday, which he described as “a gesture of deep respect.”

President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. and First Lady Louise Araneta-Marcos with U.S. President Donald Trump at the funeral of His Holiness Pope Francis.

President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. and First Lady Louise Araneta-Marcos meet former U.S. President Joe Biden during the funeral mass of Pope Francis at the Vatican.