Tag: Asia-Pacific
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President Marcos Jr. Advocates for Open Governance at Regional Meeting
President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. emphasized the importance of open governance in achieving prosperity, stability, and security during his speech at the 2025 Open Government Partnership Asia and the Pacific Regional Meeting (OGP-APRM) in Taguig City. The event, marking the first time the Philippines has hosted such a conference, saw Marcos urging participants to foster…
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Philippine Budget Secretary Advocates for Cross-Sector Collaboration at OGP Regional Meeting
At the 2025 Open Government Partnership (OGP) Asia and the Pacific Regional Meeting, Department of Budget and Management Secretary Amenah Pangandaman highlighted the critical role of collaboration across various sectors in enhancing open governance. The event, which kicked off on February 5, 2024, in Manila, saw Pangandaman engaging with business leaders from the Makati Business…
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International Leaders Converge in Manila for Open Government Summit
MANILA – More than 800 delegates, including government officials, civil society leaders, and policymakers from over 40 countries, have assembled in Manila for the 2025 Open Government Partnership (OGP) Asia and the Pacific Regional Meeting (APRM). The event, hosted at the Grand Hyatt Hotel in Taguig City, will span from Wednesday to Friday and focus…
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Philippines Maintains Strong Economic Growth in 2024 Despite Challenges, Says Budget Secretary
MANILA – Despite not reaching the government’s target, the Philippines achieved a robust 5.6% GDP growth in 2024, positioning it among the fastest-growing economies in the Asia Pacific, according to Budget Secretary Amenah Pangandaman. She made these remarks following the release of the Philippine Statistics Authority’s report, which indicated a 5.2% growth in the fourth…
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Philippines to Expand Global Presence with New Missions in North America and Asia Pacific
In a strategic move to enhance its international footprint, the Philippines is gearing up to establish four new diplomatic missions in North America and the Asia Pacific region in 2025, as announced by President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. during a diplomatic gathering at Malacanang Palace in Manila. The President emphasized that this expansion is part…
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Japanese Foreign Minister to Visit Philippines, Strengthening Bilateral Ties
Japanese Foreign Minister Iwaya Takeshi will travel to the Philippines next week to reinforce Japan’s dedication to its ‘strengthened strategic partnership’ with the nation, according to the Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA). The visit, scheduled for January 14 to 15, will include a bilateral meeting with Foreign Affairs Secretary Enrique Manalo. The agenda will cover…
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Philippines Urges Asia Pacific Nations to Boost Maritime Collaboration Amid South China Sea Tensions
In a call to action, the Philippine government has encouraged Asia Pacific countries to enhance maritime cooperation and establish confidence-building measures in response to ongoing tensions in the South China Sea. This appeal was made by Foreign Affairs Secretary Enrique Manalo during a forum hosted by the ISEAS-Yusof Ishak Institute in Singapore. Manalo emphasized the…
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Philippines Prepares to Host 2025 OGP Asia-Pacific Regional Meeting
The Department of Budget and Management (DBM) is actively preparing for the Philippines’ role as host of the Open Government Partnership (OGP) Asia-Pacific Regional Meeting, scheduled for February 5 to 7, 2025. Budget Secretary Amenah Pangandaman, who also co-chairs the Philippine OGP, has been instrumental in these preparations. On Tuesday, the DBM formalized a partnership…
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Philippine Senate Unanimously Approves Key Defense Pact with Japan, Alongside 16 Other Bills
In a significant move, the Philippine Senate has unanimously passed Senate Resolution No. 1248, endorsing the Reciprocal Access Agreement (RAA) with Japan. This agreement, signed on July 8, 2024, in Manila, aims to enhance cooperation between the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) and the Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force (JMSDF). The RAA is seen as…
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