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LEGARDA LAUDS ADJUSTED BENEFITS OF DFA RETIREES

Senator Loren Legarda lauded the signing into law of Republic Act No. 12181, or the Adjusted DFA Retirement Benefits Act, a measure she principally authored and co-sponsored, which honors the service of officers and employees of the Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) and strengthens the foundations of Philippine diplomacy. “Our foreign service officers operate in […]

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LEGARDA TO PINOYS: PRESERVE CULTURAL LEGACIES

This National Heritage Month, Senate Committee on Culture and Arts Chairperson Senator Loren Legarda called on the country to espouse each Filipino’s shared responsibility to help preserve cultural legacies. “It is a perfect time to pay homage to the rich legacy of the Filipino people, for our forebearers have given us countless traditions in various […]

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EVERY DAY SOULD BE EARTH DAY – LEGARDA

In the face of a worsening climate crisis, Senator Loren Legarda underscored the need for daily action–beyond ceremonial observance–as the true spirit of Earth Day. “Earth Day should not be observed only once a year. It must be a daily reminder of our shared responsibility to protect and preserve our environment,” Legarda stressed, urging Filipinos […]

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LEGARDA: TAKE CARE OF PLANET EARTH

Senator Loren Legarda reaffirmed her commitment to ecological protection and climate action by pushing to safeguard the planet from the threat of climate change as she joined the annual Earth Month commemoration this April. A long-time champion for ecological conservation and climate resilience, Legarda emphasized the urgent need to address the exacerbating impacts of climate […]

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APRIL IS FILIPINO FOOD MONTH – LEGARDA

In celebration of Filipino Food Month, Senator Loren Legarda underscored the country’s rich culinary heritage, highlighting its deep connection to history and national identity. “As an archipelago, our country has nurtured countless stories that are passed down through generations by means of food. Meals are more than sustenance–they are opportunities to create and share memories, […]

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LEGARDA CHAMPIONS BLUE ECONOMY, WOMEN EMPOWERMENT

Senator Loren Legarda reaffirmed her commitment to marine conservation, sustainable development, and women’s empowerment during the “Blue Horizons – Accelerating the UK-Philippines Partnership for a Sustainable Blue Economy” panel discussion at The Conservatory, Manila Peninsula Hotel, Makati City. Hosted by the British Embassy Manila in honor of the visit of UK Foreign Secretary Rt. Hon. […]

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LEGARDA HONORS ANTIQUE’S WOMEN ENTREPS

Senator Loren Legarda recognized the hardworking and skilled community-based, women-led MSMEs and set the tone for the Legarda MSME Excellence Awards 2025, held at the University of the Philippines Visayas Extension Campus in Pandan, to honor the resilience, determination, innovation, and perseverance of women. The awards recognized women-led enterprises and sustainable livelihoods that have flourished […]

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LEGARDA: BUILD NATION WITH EMPOWERED FILIPINAS

As the country celebrates National Women’s Month, Senator Loren Legarda calls on all sectors of society, both public and private, to turn commitments into lasting change and take decisive action to ensure that every Filipina can thrive in a society free from violence, discrimination, and systemic barriers. “This year is an opportunity to accelerate progress,” […]

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LEGARDA: INVEST IN PRESERVATION OF PH CULTURE

Senator Loren Legarda called on embracing cultural preservation as an indispensable investment in the nation’s future during her keynote address at Cultural Thoughts and Trajectories, held at Manila House. The event, organized in partnership with the National Commission for Culture and the Arts (NCCA) in celebration of National Arts Month, brought together policymakers, diplomats, cultural […]

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LEGARDA SECURES ANTIQUE AIRPORT UPGRADE FUNDING

Driven by her vision to transform Antique into a thriving hub for commerce, tourism, and economic growth, Senator Loren Legarda has laid the groundwork of the redevelopment and modernization of Antique Airport in San Jose de Buenavista, Antique. Legarda has secured the funding of the construction of a new airport terminal since 2017, during her […]