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July 11, 2026

PBBM highlights rules-based order, people-centered programs

President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. capped the week by underscoring the Philippines’ commitment to a rules-based international order, expanding international cooperation, and advancing programs aimed at delivering economic and social benefits to Filipinos. The President’s activities this week reflected three major priorities of his administration: defending national interests, expanding international cooperation, and ensuring that government […]

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July 11, 2026

PBBM: Arbitral award victory for fisherfolk; sea laws non-negotiable

President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. on Friday said the 2016 arbitral award on the South China Sea (SCS) is a victory for Filipino fisherfolk and coastal communities, emphasizing that adherence to international maritime law remains “non-negotiable, irreplaceable, non-optional.” Speaking at a diplomatic reception in Pasay City to mark the 10th anniversary of the landmark ruling, […]

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July 5, 2026

PBBM: PH-US ties growing stronger, more expansive

President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. on Saturday (Canada time) said the Philippines and the United States (US) continue to enjoy strong and expanding relations. Speaking to reporters before departing for Manila following his four-day official visit to Canada, Marcos said the status of Manila’s ties with Washington has remained steady while growing even stronger under […]

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June 26, 2026

PBBM: Garbage collection, declogging key to QC flood control

President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. said Friday the government will ramp up its efforts in collecting garbage and declogging drainage to reduce flooding in Quezon City. Marcos made the statement following his inspection of the newly rehabilitated drainage system along G. Araneta Avenue in Quezon City. “Mabuti naman, mukhang effective naman, dahil kausap ko lahat […]

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June 22, 2026

PBBM inspects Mananga River rehab, pushes flood control upgrades

President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. on Monday inspected ongoing rehabilitation works along the Mananga River in Talisay City, Cebu, under the government’s Oplan Kontra Baha initiative, as authorities continue efforts to reduce flood risks in the province. Marcos engaged with residents living near the river during his visit to Barangay San Isidro and noted improvements […]

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June 11, 2026

PBBM, German president set talks on defense, trade, energy

MANILA – President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. is scheduled to hold a bilateral meeting with German Federal President Frank-Walter Steinmeier to discuss defense cooperation, trade and investment, renewable energy and other key areas of mutual interest. In a statement, the Presidential Communications Office (PCO) announced that Steinmer will embark on a state visit in the Philippines […]

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May 28, 2026

PBBM: Robust PH-Japan ties vital to Indo-Pacific stability, prosperity

MANILA – President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. on Wednesday emphasized the importance of stronger Philippine-Japan relations in maintaining stability and prosperity not just for the two nations but also for the Indo-Pacific region. During a state banquet hosted by Japanese Emperor Naruhito and Empress Masako at the Imperial Palace in Tokyo, Japan, Marcos reaffirmed the […]

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May 19, 2026

PBBM: PH adheres to One China policy, won’t interfere in Taiwan

MANILA – President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. has reaffirmed the Philippines’ adherence to the One China Policy and stressed that the country would not interfere in issues concerning Taiwan. In an interview with Japanese media on Monday, Marcos said the Philippines has consistently observed the One China Policy, which recognizes the People’s Republic of China […]