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Climate Change Commission Secretary Robert Borje Meets Asian Forest Cooperation Organization Executive Director Ricardo Calderon, April 26, 2022
Highlighting the importance of forests in green development and the global climate fight, Climate Change Commission Secretary Robert E. A. Borje meets Asian Forest Cooperation Organization Executive Director Ricardo Calderon at the organization’s headquarters in Seoul, South Korea, April 26, 2022. Secretary Borje reiterated the importance of partnerships to unlock resources for vulnerable developing nations like the Philippines. Secretary Borje cited the value of further strengthening cooperation with international organisations such as AFoCo to build not only capacities but create lasting impacts on climate change mitigation and protecting biodiversity through forest management. During the meeting, AFoCO through the Executive Director committed to work closely with the CCC on advancing forest management and capacity building projects in the Philippines. AFoCO is a treaty-based intergovernmental organization that promotes cooperation towards achieving the shared Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and regional and global forestry objectives. 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. acknowledged the potential of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) to establish an Artificial Intelligence (AI) Center of Excellence that would contribute meaningfully to the region’s sustainable and people-centered development.

President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. and Vietnamese Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh reaffirmed their commitment to further strengthening diplomatic relations during their bilateral meeting on Monday in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, on the sidelines of the 46th Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) Summit.

President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. and Lao Prime Minister Sonexay Siphandone on Monday reaffirmed their commitment to further advancing bilateral relations. This year, the Philippines and Laos marked the 70th year of diplomatic relations.

President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. called for stronger unity among Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) member states on Monday, expressing deep appreciation for Malaysia’s leadership during this year’s summit, which focused on “Inclusivity and Sustainability.”

President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. was welcomed by His Excellency Prime Minister of Malaysia Dato’ Seri Anwar Ibrahim upon his arrival at the Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre for the 46th ASEAN Summit.

President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. arrived in Malaysia on Sunday for the 46th Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) Summit, where he will join regional leaders to discuss key developments and shared goals for the region.

President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. departs for Malaysia on Sunday to attend the 46th ASEAN Summit, reaffirming the Philippines’ commitment to regional cooperation and the well-being of Filipinos and the Southeast Asian community.

Despite obstacles, President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. encouraged the country’s young athletes to persevere and pursue excellence as he formally opened the 2025 Palarong Pambansa in Laoag City, Ilocos Norte on Saturday.

With President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.’s directive that no one would be left behind, the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) reached out to the homeless, or families and individuals in street situations (FISS).