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Chief of Presidential Protocol and Presidential Assistant on Foreign Affairs, Undersecretary Robert Borje, oversaw the repatriation of hundreds of distressed Filipinos from Beirut, Lebanon back to the Philippines on September 25, 2020.
Chief of Presidential Protocol and Presidential Assistant on Foreign Affairs, Undersecretary Robert Borje, oversaw the repatriation of hundreds of distressed Filipinos from Beirut, Lebanon back to the Philippines on September 25, 2020. President Rodrigo Roa Duterte designated Undersecretary Borje as Special Envoy for the repatriation and goodwill mission aimed at assessing the condition of overseas Filipino workers in Beirut, Lebanon as nations continue to grapple with the coronavirus pandemic. After the successful repatriation process, Usec. Borje, together with the Philippine delegation were led to the Philippine Embassy Chancery for the turnover of relief of goods to the Filipino community and medical supplies to Lebanese beneficiaries. Aside from the relief packs for the Filipino community, the Philippines also donated medical supplies to the Lebanese Red Cross, Rafiq General Hospital, and Beirut General Hospital. Andre Matar of the Lebanese Red Cross, Rawad Chehayyeb of Rafiq Hariri University Hospital, and Ghina El Andary of KAFA (Enough for Women) were among the representatives who received the donation. Accompanying Undersecretary Borje was Charge d' Affaires to Lebanon Ajeet-Victor Panemanglor. PRESIDENTIAL PHOTO

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.

President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. on Tuesday commended the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) for saving lives, bringing hope, and demonstrating the true power of compassion.

Sa Carmen, Davao del Norte, nanawagan si Pangulong Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. sa publiko na bumoto at ‘wag palampasin ang pagkakataong piliin ang mga lider na magbibigay ng magandang kinabukasan para sa bawat Pilipino.

President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. urged Filipinos to take advantage of the opportunities offered by the government’s job program with the upcoming launch of Trabaho sa Bagong Pilipinas” nationwide.

President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. called on Iloilo local government chief executives to coordinate with the national government in developing infrastructure projects in the province.

The government will continue to uplift the living conditions of Filipinos by providing state subsidies, ensuring access to food, and creating job opportunities, President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. declared on Thursday.

Cambodian Ambassador to the Philippines Phan Peuv on Thursday thanked the Philippine government for its “unwavering support and commitment” during his stay here, saying such a gesture was vital for the two nation’s common interest.

President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. on Wednesday urged elected officials to maintain a positive impact on their constituents even after their terms have ended.