GYEONGJU, South Korea — President Marcos urged Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) economies to step up efforts to close the gender pay gap, saying empowering women to participate fully in the workforce is both fair and economically strategic. Speaking during the APEC Economic Leaders’...
GYEONGJU, South Korea — President Marcos has called on the member economies of the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) to push for growth, inclusivity, and sustainability as the region navigates mounting global challenges. Speaking at the APEC Economic Leaders’ Meeting Session 1 here on...
GYEONGJU, South Korea — President Marcos has arrived at the Hwabaek International Convention Center here for the start of the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) Economic Leaders’ Meeting. The President arrived at the venue at 9:30 a.m. (South Korean time) on Friday, Oct. 31, and was...
BUSAN, South Korea — President Marcos announced the expansion of Philippine government services for overseas Filipinos, starting with the opening of a Social Security System (SSS) office in Seoul and the planned establishment of a new consulate in Busan next year. Speaking before members of the...
President Marcos has signed into law the Lifelong Learning Development Framework (LLDF) that seeks to promote continuous learning opportunities for Filipinos to create an inclusive, skilled, and productive nation. Marcos signed Republic Act No. 12313 on Oct. 23. Under RA 12313, the LLDF establishes...
BUSAN, SOUTH KOREA — President Marcos has arrived here on Thursday late afternoon, Oct. 30, kicking off his participation in the 32nd Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) Economic Leaders ' Meeting in Gyeongju, South Korea. Philippine Airlines PR001, carrying the President and his...
President Marcos, who joined boxing fans to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the legendary “Thrilla in Manila," has honored the new generation of Filipino boxing champions. "Fifty years ago, the world watched the Philippines host one of the greatest boxing matches in history. The Thrilla in...
President Marcos has ordered several government agencies to significantly cut project costs for public infrastructure projects such as agricultural roads, hospitals, classrooms, and irrigation in an attempt to eradicate corruption. After instructing the Department of Public Works and Highways...
Describing the meeting between United States President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping as the "largest shock" in the world trade system, President Marcos said the meeting of two of the world 's powerful leaders would "color and influence" the 32nd Asia-Pacific Economic...
President Marcos has departed for South Korea with confidence that his attendance at the 32nd Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) Economic Leaders’ Meeting will produce concrete and meaningful outcomes. "I am fully confident that our participation in the APEC Economic Leaders’ Meeting...
President Marcos has signed the Anti-POGO Act of 2025 which bans illegal offshore gaming operations in the Philippines. Marcos signed Republic Act No. 12312 on Oct. 23, which repeals the law taxing gambling entities known as Philippine Offshore Gaming Operations (POGO), which have been linked to...
President Marcos has approved and ordered the implementation of the Tatak Pinoy Strategy (TPS), which aims to strengthen local industries, boost production of local products, and enhance the competitiveness of Filipino offerings of goods and services. In a statement, the Presidential Communications...
