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PBBM optimistic as Philippines commits to nuclear energy by 2032
President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. witnessed the signing ceremony of the 123 Agreement, which signifies a crucial step for the Philippines towards integrating nuclear energy into its energy mix by 2032.
During the ceremony, PBBM expressed enthusiasm for this partnership with the United States, highlighting the potential of nuclear energy to address the country's growing energy demands. He also acknowledged the eagerness of both Philippine and American companies to participate in potential nuclear power projects, underscoring the importance of this collaboration for the nation's energy security and economic growth.
From the Czech Senate, President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. proceeded to the Chamber of Deputies for a meeting with the Speaker of the Chamber of Deputies, Hon. Markéta Pekarová Adamová. The engagement included discussions on bilateral cooperation, defense collaboration, and economic opportunities between the Philippines and the Czech Republic.
President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. joined Czech Senate President Miloš Vystrčil for a working lunch to discuss Philippines-Czech Republic relations. PBBM signed the guest book and exchanged gifts with Czech Senate President Vystrčil. Senate President Juan Miguel Zubiri, House Speaker Ferdinand Martin Romualdez, and other cabinet officials were also present.
President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. on Thursday welcomed the signing of the Joint Communique on Labor Consultations Mechanism between the Philippines and the Czech Republic aimed at establishing a system to discuss areas of mutual interests, including proper procedure in employing Filipino citizens in the Central European country.
President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. and Czech Republic President Petr Pavel on Thursday discussed ways to strengthen the bilateral cooperation and multilateral partnership between the Philippines and the Czech Republic.
President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. received arrival honors at Prague Castle during his state visit, followed by a gift exchange and guest book signing.
The ceremony marked the start of diplomatic discussions between the Philippines and the Czech Republic.
After a three-day productive and successful working visit in Germany, President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. arrived on Wednesday afternoon (local time) at the Vaclav Havel International Airport for a four-day state visit in the Czech Republic.
President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. concluded on Wednesday his three-day working visit to Germany where he secured USD 4 billion worth of business deals, and met with German Chancellor Olaf Scholz and discussed efforts to strengthen bilateral ties between the two countries.
Concluding his working visit to Germany, President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. honored the legacy of Dr. Jose Rizal by paying homage at the Rizal Marker in Jaegerstrasse.
President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. met with executives from Lufthansa Technik Philippines (LTP) and Bosch on the last day of his working visit to Germany. Talks with LTP centered on the company's expansion plans in the Philippines. The discussion with Bosch covered its partnership with Ayala Group's AC Industrial and explored opportunities for Bosch to increase its presence in the Philippines, particularly in manufacturing services.
