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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.
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
Noting that an informed citizenry is the foundation of a truly working democracy, President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. highlighted on Thursday the important role played by the media in combating disinformation and misinformation in the country.
President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. on Thursday delivered a total of PhP42.33 million in financial assistance to 4,233 farmers and fisherfolk in Cavite affected by Severe Tropical Storm Kristine and Super Typhoon Leon.
President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. on Thursday distributed PhP46.14 million in financial assistance to farmers, fisherfolk, and families affected by Severe Tropical Storm Kristine and Super Typhoon Leon in Oriental Mindoro. In his speech, President Marcos emphasized the resilience of Filipinos through their cooperative endeavors and unwavering unity in facing hardships and challenges brought by any calamity.
The Department of Energy (DOE) and the Presidential Communications Office (PCO) concluded the nationwide “You Have The Power” campus caravan on Monday, recognizing outstanding youth for their talents, creativity, and achievements. The award ceremony, held at Citadines Bay City Manila, Pasay City, celebrated young achievers from various educational institutions who participated in the government-led caravan.
President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. on Wednesday met with delegations of the Pacific Century Fellow (PCF) from Hawaii to further strengthen relations between the Philippines and the American state, particularly in tourism.
President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. has approved the program of the Department of Science and Technology (DOST) aiming to boost agriculture in the country through the use of home-grown machineries.
The Presidential Communications Office (PCO), the Movie and Television Review and Classification Board (MTRCB), the Philippine Information Agency (PIA), and the Office of the Executive Secretary (OES) signed a memorandum of agreement on Tuesday, November 11, for the production of the “Tara, Nood tayo!” infomercial to promote the Bagong Pilipinas campaign of the administration of President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. Signatories to the MOA were PCO Acting Secretary Cesar B. Chavez, MTRCB Chairperson Diorella Maria G. Sotto-Antonio, PIA Director General Katherine Chloe S. de Castro, and OES Assistant Secretary Jose Marcell Canlas.
President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. met with the DILG, DOJ, PDEA and PNP to strengthen the collaboration amongst the PDEA, PNP and NBI in the fight against illegal drugs yesterday afternoon.
President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. called on the cruise tourism industry to strengthen its collaboration with the government. The President extended the invitation during his speech at the Seatrade Cruise (STC) Asia 2024 in Parañaque City on Monday.
