Climate Change Commission Secretary Robert E. A. Borje pays a courtesy call on the Global Green Growth Institute (GGGI) President and Chair Ban Ki-Moon at the GGGI headquarters in Seoul, South Korea, April 26, 2022. Secretary Borje expressed President Rodrigo Roa Duterte’s view on climate issues, highlighting climate justice for vulnerable developing nations and the responsibility of developed nations to provide assistance. During the meeting, the former Secretary-General of the United Nations recognized the Philippines for its commitment to fighting climate change based on the Paris climate accord and for its principled positions on climate change adaptation and mitigation. Both officials recognized the importance of Philippines-GGGI partnership through financing of practical and pragmatic climate action projects and green development initiatives in the Philippines. Among the areas being considered is the development of solar energy projects in so-called last mile communities with the help of private investors and corporations. GGGI is a treaty-based international, inter-governmental organization dedicated to supporting and promoting strong, inclusive and sustainable economic growth in developing countries and emerging economies. Secretary Borje was joined in the meeting by Philippine Ambassador to the Republic of Korea Ma. Theresa B. Dizon-De Vega. KING RODRIGUEZ/ PRESIDENTIAL PHOTO

Climate Change Commission Secretary Robert E. A. Borje pays a courtesy call on the Global Green Growth Institute (GGGI) President and Chair Ban Ki-Moon at the GGGI headquarters in Seoul, South Korea, April 26, 2022. Secretary Borje expressed President Rodrigo Roa Duterte’s view on climate issues, highlighting climate justice for vulnerable developing nations and the responsibility of developed nations to provide assistance. During the meeting, the former Secretary-General of the United Nations recognized the Philippines for its commitment to fighting climate change based on the Paris climate accord and for its principled positions on climate change adaptation and mitigation. Both officials recognized the importance of Philippines-GGGI partnership through financing of practical and pragmatic climate action projects and green development initiatives in the Philippines. Among the areas being considered is the development of solar energy projects in so-called last mile communities with the help of private investors and corporations. GGGI is a treaty-based international, inter-governmental organization dedicated to supporting and promoting strong, inclusive and sustainable economic growth in developing countries and emerging economies. Secretary Borje was joined in the meeting by Philippine Ambassador to the Republic of Korea Ma. Theresa B. Dizon-De Vega. KING RODRIGUEZ/ PRESIDENTIAL PHOTO

Climate Change Commission Secretary Robert E. A. Borje pays a courtesy call on the Global Green Growth Institute (GGGI) President and Chair Ban Ki-Moon at the GGGI headquarters in Seoul, South Korea, April 26, 2022. Secretary Borje expressed President Rodrigo Roa Duterte’s view on climate issues, highlighting climate justice for vulnerable developing nations and the responsibility of developed nations to provide assistance. During the meeting, the former Secretary-General of the United Nations recognized the Philippines for its commitment to fighting climate change based on the Paris climate accord and for its principled positions on climate change adaptation and mitigation. Both officials recognized the importance of Philippines-GGGI partnership through financing of practical and pragmatic climate action projects and green development initiatives in the Philippines. Among the areas being considered is the development of solar energy projects in so-called last mile communities with the help of private investors and corporations. GGGI is a treaty-based international, inter-governmental organization dedicated to supporting and promoting strong, inclusive and sustainable economic growth in developing countries and emerging economies. Secretary Borje was joined in the meeting by Philippine Ambassador to the Republic of Korea Ma. Theresa B. Dizon-De Vega. KING RODRIGUEZ/ PRESIDENTIAL PHOTO

Climate Change Commission Secretary Robert E. A. Borje pays a courtesy call on the Global Green Growth Institute (GGGI) President and Chair Ban Ki-Moon at the GGGI headquarters in Seoul, South Korea, April 26, 2022. Secretary Borje expressed President Rodrigo Roa Duterte’s view on climate issues, highlighting climate justice for vulnerable developing nations and the responsibility of developed nations to provide assistance. During the meeting, the former Secretary-General of the United Nations recognized the Philippines for its commitment to fighting climate change based on the Paris climate accord and for its principled positions on climate change adaptation and mitigation. Both officials recognized the importance of Philippines-GGGI partnership through financing of practical and pragmatic climate action projects and green development initiatives in the Philippines. Among the areas being considered is the development of solar energy projects in so-called last mile communities with the help of private investors and corporations. GGGI is a treaty-based international, inter-governmental organization dedicated to supporting and promoting strong, inclusive and sustainable economic growth in developing countries and emerging economies. Secretary Borje was joined in the meeting by Philippine Ambassador to the Republic of Korea Ma. Theresa B. Dizon-De Vega. KING RODRIGUEZ/ PRESIDENTIAL PHOTO

Climate Change Commission Secretary Robert E. A. Borje pays a courtesy call on the Global Green Growth Institute (GGGI) President and Chair Ban Ki-Moon at the GGGI headquarters in Seoul, South Korea, April 26, 2022. Secretary Borje expressed President Rodrigo Roa Duterte’s view on climate issues, highlighting climate justice for vulnerable developing nations and the responsibility of developed nations to provide assistance. During the meeting, the former Secretary-General of the United Nations recognized the Philippines for its commitment to fighting climate change based on the Paris climate accord and for its principled positions on climate change adaptation and mitigation. Both officials recognized the importance of Philippines-GGGI partnership through financing of practical and pragmatic climate action projects and green development initiatives in the Philippines. Among the areas being considered is the development of solar energy projects in so-called last mile communities with the help of private investors and corporations. GGGI is a treaty-based international, inter-governmental organization dedicated to supporting and promoting strong, inclusive and sustainable economic growth in developing countries and emerging economies. Secretary Borje was joined in the meeting by Philippine Ambassador to the Republic of Korea Ma. Theresa B. Dizon-De Vega. KING RODRIGUEZ/ PRESIDENTIAL PHOTO