Tag: Climate Change
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First Lady Urges Worldwide Unity to Combat Climate Crisis
In a compelling speech at the World Governments Summit in Dubai, First Lady Liza Araneta-Marcos emphasized the urgent need for global cooperation to tackle the escalating climate crisis. She highlighted the human toll of climate change, noting that it affects millions of families who are victims of a crisis they did not cause. Araneta-Marcos called…
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Philippines Bolsters Green Economy Initiatives at 2025 Sustainability Forum
The Philippines has solidified its commitment to fostering a green economy, as highlighted during the ‘2025 Sustainability Forum: The Green Economies of Tomorrow’ held in Makati City on January 31, 2025. The event, organized by the German-Philippine Chamber of Commerce and Industry in partnership with the German Embassy, brought together leaders from government, business, and…
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DSWD’s LAWA at BINHI Project to Aid Over 8,900 Bicol Residents
In a significant move to combat food insecurity and water scarcity, the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) has launched the Project Local Adaptation to Water Access and Breaking Insufficiency through Nutritious Harvest (LAWA at BINHI) in the Bicol region. This initiative, set to benefit more than 8,900 residents, was discussed at a recent…
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Philippines Shows Progress in Disaster Preparedness but More Action Required
In a recent statement, Ariel Nepomuceno, the administrator of the Office of Civil Defense, highlighted the advancements in disaster preparedness across the Philippines. He specifically praised the increased utilization of hazard assessment tools like Hazard Hunter and Geohazard maps, which have been instrumental in helping Filipinos understand and prepare for potential disasters. Despite these improvements,…
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Philippines Unveils Advanced Wave Flume Facility in Ilocos Norte to Boost Coastal Resilience
In a significant step towards enhancing coastal resilience, the Mariano Marcos State University (MMSU) in Batac City, Ilocos Norte, has introduced the nation’s first two-dimensional wave flume facility. Launched on February 3, 2025, this PHP41-million project, funded by the Department of Science and Technology (DOST), aims to simulate and study complex wave and water movements…
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DENR Plans to Boost Benefits and Training for Esteros and River Guardians
The Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) is set to enhance the welfare and skills of estero rangers and river warriors, acknowledging their vital role in safeguarding the nation’s waterways and combating climate change. At a recent ceremony in Pasay City, DENR Secretary Maria Antonia Loyzaga honored outstanding estero rangers and river warriors, highlighting…
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Philippine Foreign Affairs Department Plans Expansion of Global Presence
The Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) of the Philippines, led by Secretary Enrique Manalo, is set to broaden its international footprint. The expansion includes the establishment of new consulates in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, South Korea, and the United States, alongside the addition of five more regional consular offices within the Philippines, bringing the…
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New Zealand’s Manaaki Scholarships Now Accepting Filipino Applicants Starting February
MANILA – The New Zealand government has announced that it will begin accepting applications for the Manaaki New Zealand Scholarships on February 1, as stated by the New Zealand Embassy in Manila. This scholarship program is designed for individuals from the Asia Pacific region, including Filipinos, who wish to undertake postgraduate studies in New Zealand…
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