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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
President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. on Wednesday extended over PhP50 million in financial assistance and services to farmers, fisherfolk and families affected by recent calamities in Camarines Sur.
In line with the government’s flood-mitigation initiatives, the board of the National Economic Development Authority (NEDA), chaired by President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr., approved on Tuesday the extension of the construction period and other adjustments to the Cavite Industrial Area-Flood Risk Management Project and the Pasig-Marikina River Channel Improvement Project-Phase IV.
In a phone call today, President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. expressed his deep gratitude to Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim for Malaysia’s critical support in the aftermath of Severe Tropical Storm Kristine and Super Typhoon Leon. President Marcos highlighted Malaysia’s deployment of the Eurocopter EC-725, which played a vital role in delivering urgently needed relief to flood-ravaged and isolated communities. Prime Minister Anwar reaffirmed Malaysia’s commitment to assisting the Philippines during times of crisis, underscoring the strength of the ASEAN partnership in responding to regional challenges.
President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. on Monday distributed P60 million in assistance to six municipalities in Batangas affected by Severe Tropical Storm Kristine. In his speech, President Marcos mourned over the tragedy and hoped the government aid would help communities recover from the calamities.
President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. offered a memorial mass on Monday for those who lost their lives during the onslaught of Severe Tropical Storm Kristine in Barangay Sampaloc, Talisay Batangas.
Inspired by the works and wisdom of his father, President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. vowed on Friday to carry on his father’s legacy by working to drive the development of the country and improve the living condition of ordinary Filipinos.
President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. called on the Philippine Charity Sweepstakes Office (PCSO) to continue fulfilling its core mission of helping the vulnerable Filipinos. “I call upon everyone at PCSO to remember the heart of what you do. Continue upholding integrity, benevolence, and excellence,” the President said during the 90th anniversary celebration of the PCSO on Wednesday.
President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. on Wednesday told local government units to make sure the ambulances given to them would last to serve more Filipinos
Singapore Ambassador to the Philippines Constance See paid a courtesy call on Acting Presidential Communications Secretary Cesar Chavez on Wednesday, October 30. During the meeting, Secretary Chavez touted efforts to integrate news operations of Philippine state media agencies and enhance collaboration in the service of the Presidency, the Government and the State. For her part, Ambassador See expressed her willingness to facilitate meetings between Philippine and Singaporean communication agencies to explore potential areas of cooperation.
