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Foreign Affairs Secretary Teodoro Locsin Jr. represents President Duterte at the 12th Asia-Europe Meeting (ASEM) Summit and EU-ASEAN Leaders’ Meeting in Brussels, Belgium on October 18, 2018.
Newly-appointed Foreign Affairs Secretary and concurrent Representative to the United Nations Teodoro Locsin Jr. represents President Rodrigo Roa Duterte at the 12th Asia-Europe Meeting (ASEM) Summit and EU-ASEAN Leaders' Meeting in Brussels, Belgium on October 18 Central European Summer Time. ASEM, a platform for dialogue and cooperation between Asia and Europe, is expected to reinforce its role as a catalyst for effective alliance of countries pursuing common goals as well as to bring out the pillars of partnership including peace and security, trade and investment, sustainable development, and people-to-people ties. PRESIDENTIAL PHOTOS

President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. declared on Friday Misamis Occidental as an “Insurgency-Free Province”. According to the President, a strong political will and close collaboration of law enforcement agencies have led to the end of the communist rebellion and terrorist activities in the province.

The inauguration on Friday of the PhP8.3-billion Panguil Bay Bridge project reflects the nation’s collective strength and determination to build vital infrastructure projects for the benefit of the people, President Ferdinand R. Marcos said.

President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. on Thursday underscored the vital role of the Philippine Constitution Association (PHILCONSA) in preserving and protecting democracy in the country.

President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. on Thursday vowed to enforce the Anti-Agricultural Economic Sabotage Act by ensuring swift and decisive action against violators and offenders in the agriculture sector.

Pagkakaisa at sama-samang aksyon para sa kapakanan ng bawat Pilipino ang muling ipinagtibay ni Pangulong Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. sa kanyang mensahe sa Alyansa Para sa Bagong Pilipinas Convention, kung saan nagtipon ang Partido Federal ng Pilipinas (PFP), Lakas-Christian Muslim Democrats (Lakas-CMD), Nationalist People’s Coalition (NPC), National Unity Party (NUP), at Nacionalista Party (NP). Nilagdaan ng limang partido ang Manifesto ng Alyansa, at inendorso rin ng Pangulo ang lineup ng tatakbo sa 2025 senate election.

President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. accepted the credentials of H.E. Mariomassimo Santoro, the European Union Ambassador-designate to the Philippines, on September 25, 2024. The leaders highlighted areas for deeper collaboration, including strengthening trade relations and promoting cooperation in climate action and green energy. They also discussed infrastructure development, digital transformation, and expanding educational and cultural exchanges.

On September 25, 2024, President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. formally received the credentials from H.E. Saija Nurminen, the Finnish Ambassador-designate to the Philippines. The meeting comes ahead of the 70th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between the Philippines and Finland, which began on July 14, 1955.

PBBM receives the credentials of H.E. Emma Hickey, the Irish Ambassador-designate to the Philippines
President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. welcomed H.E. Emma Hickey, the Irish Ambassador-designate to the Philippines, during her presentation of credentials today, September 25, 2024. During the meeting, PBBM noted the importance of fostering strong diplomatic ties despite geographic distances, while Ambassador Hickey emphasized the warmth and kindness of the Filipino people and their ability to adapt to various cultures. Both leaders expressed optimism for a fruitful relationship between the two countries, highlighting shared values and a commitment to enhancing cooperation in various areas.

President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. is pushing for the reorganization of water management in the country through the creation of a Department of Water Resources.