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'The Art of Living' by Arthur P. Tugade book launch at The Manila Hotel

The book highlights the extraordinary challenges faced by his department during the Covid-19 pandemic

Published May 29, 2024 05:47 am

The evening at the Presidential Suite of The Manila Hotel was filled with fun and good cheer on May 27, 2024, as former Transportation Secretary Arthur “Art” Tugade welcomed friends, family, and dignitaries to the launch of his latest book, “The Art of Living.”

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Arthur P. Tugade (center) with Former Secretary of National Defense Delfin N. Lorenzana, Philippine Ambassador to Taiwan and Former Secretary of Department of Labor and Employment Atty. Silvestre “Bebot” Bello III, Former Secretary of Energy Alfonso G. Cusi, and Former Secretary of Social Welfare Development Lt. Gen. Rolly Bautista

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Romi Siccion, Lina Siccion, Riza Siccion-Bahadoran, Misagh Bahadoran, Roxanne Siccion, Aemanuelle Magno, Raven Siccion, and Arthur P. Tugade


This book serves as the second part of his first biographical book, “The Art of It All,” which focused on his life principles, values, and paid tribute to his family. “The Art of Living” now primarily focuses on his work during his tenure as Secretary of Transportation in the previous administration. Notably, the book highlights the unique and extraordinary challenges faced by his department during the Covid-19 pandemic.

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Ritchie Nalupta and son

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Arthur P. Tugade and his first grandson Blake Arthur Tugade-Hlatky

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Issa Litton


“Today, we are all gathered here as friends. We are zeroing in on an advocacy, journeying with a vision of leadership, and service to our people,” said Tugade during his speech. “This book includes a summation of my performance in DOTr (Department of Transportation), especially during the time of the pandemic. The book also includes anecdotes from my friends, golfing mates, and classmates. They are all there.”

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Manila Bulletin President Dr. Emilio C. Yap III, Arthur P. Tugade, Gerrald Tan, and Romeo Raquion

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Dr. Jo Tuason, Dr. Steve Almeda and wife, Dr. Aissa Almeda, and Dr. Phel Esmaquel


Tugade also highlighted a unique feature of the book: QR codes within the pages wherein readers can access media files offering firsthand accounts, audio recordings, and other relevant content.

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Josephine Yap of Filinvest and Arthur P. Tugade

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Dr. Jo Tuason and husband with Arthur P. Tugade

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Dr. Angela Tagle and husband with Arthur P. Tugade


After his speech, Tugade, together with his family and guests, raised their glasses (filled with gulaman or buko juice, a request of the man of the hour) and toasted to his book, and to a life spent in service to the Filipino public, and dedication to his principles and family.

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