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Climate Change Commission Secretary Robert E. A. Borje meets Green Climate Fund (GCF) officials at the GCF headquarters in Incheon, South Korea on April 27, 2022.
Climate Change Commission Secretary Robert E. A. Borje meets Green Climate Fund (GCF) officials at the GCF headquarters in Incheon, South Korea on April 27, 2022. The Climate Change Commission (CCC) and the GCF agree to work more closely together to ensure facilitated access to climate finance for climate change adaptation and mitigation projects in the Philippines. During the meeting, GCF officials, led by Carolina Fuentes, the fund’s Director of the Division of Country Programming, vowed to remove identified gridlocks in the project approval process, extend assistance for capacity building, as well as provide technical assistance to the Philippines. Secretary Borje said it is important to support practical, pragmatic and easy to monitor projects that can be easily scaled up to ensure success and gain wide public support for green development projects. GCF is a global platform aimed at responding to climate change by investing in low-emission and climate-resilient development. It was established by 194 governments to limit or reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions in developing countries, and to help vulnerable societies adapt to the unavoidable impacts of climate change. Philippine Ambassador to the Republic of Korea Ma. Theresa B. Dizon-De Vega joined Secretary Borje during the meeting. KING RODRIGUEZ/ PRESIDENTIAL PHOTO
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.
Following their previous discussion in December 2023, President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. met with H.E. Saleh As’ad Saleh Mohammad, the departing Ambassador of the State of Palestine to the Philippines, for a farewell call today. The President conveyed his appreciation for the Ambassador's efforts in strengthening ties between the two nations, while Ambassador Mohammad expressed gratitude for the cooperation extended by the Philippine government throughout his service.
President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. has vowed continued support to Filipino seafarers as he led the Ceremonial Signing of the Magna Carta of Filipino Seafarers at Malacañan Palace on Monday.
President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. urged media practitioners on Friday “to keep pushing the boundaries” of being a journalist, as well as innovate and adapt without compromising their principles.
President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. warmly received H.E. Prabowo Subianto, President-elect of the Republic of Indonesia, for a courtesy call at Malacañan Palace today. The discussions centered on strengthening ties between the Philippines and Indonesia, with both leaders addressing key regional issues and exploring areas for enhanced cooperation.
President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. on Friday asked for the support of local government units (LGUs) in the successful implementation of the administration’s “Bagong Pilipinas Mobile Clinics” program for the benefit of their constituents.
