President Ferdinand "Bongbong" Marcos Jr. asked Filipinos to take part in worldwide efforts to address the effects of climate change as he assured the public of his administration's commitment to craft policies that will combat it.

President Ferdinand 'Bongbong' Marcos Jr. (File photo / Malacañang photo)

The President said this as the world celebrated Earth Day on Saturday, April 22.

In a tweet, the President enjoined the public to partake in efforts against climate change.

"Ngayong Earth day, inaanyayahan natin ang publiko at kapwa nating lingkod bayan na makiisa sa pandaigdigang aksyon laban sa climate change (This Earth Day, we encourage the public and fellow public servants to be united in the global fight against climate change)," he said.

"Nananatiling buo ang suporta ng ating administrasyon sa mga programa at polisiya para sa kalikasan (The administration fully supports programs and policies for the environment)," he added.

Nananatiling buo ang suporta ng ating administrasyon sa mga programa at polisiya para sa kalikasan. Para malaman ang mga ito, magtungo lamang sa @CCCPHL. pic.twitter.com/cTPnCWTXQt

— Bongbong Marcos (@bongbongmarcos) April 22, 2023

According to the President, the country's efforts against climate change are being headed by the Climate Change Commission (CCC).

In a tweet, the CCC listed ways by which the public could help mitigate the effects of climate change.

"By investing in our planet, we can take concrete steps toward mitigating the effects of climate change. This includes implementing sustainable practices, reducing our carbon footprint, and promoting conservation efforts," it said.

International Mother Earth Day was established in 2009 by the United Nations General Assembly under Resolution A/RES/63/278 to ensure the conservation, preservation and protection of the environment.

— Climate Change Commission PH (@CCCPHL) April 22, 2023

Earth Day is an annual event celebrated on April 22 to show support for environmental protection. The movement started in 1970 and is marked by people worldwide through clean-up events and educational programs.

Meanwhile, International Mother Earth Day was established by the United Nations General Assembly in 2009 to ensure the environment's conservation, preservation, and protection.