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PRESERVE, PROTECT INDIGENOUS LANGUAGES – LEGARDA

As the “Eksibit sa Nanganganib na Wika ng Pilipinas” officially opened on the second floor of the Senate building, Senate President Pro Tempore Loren Legarda underscored the importance of preserving indigenous languages and called the staging of such exhibits an eye-opener to the public that such languages are in dire need of saving. “Hindi lang […]

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LEGARDA LAUDS ILOILO CITY’S UNESCO RECOGNITION

Senate President Pro Tempore Loren Legarda lauded the inclusion of Iloilo City in the UNESCO Creative Cities Network (UCCN) for its one-of-a-kind gastronomic experience. Legarda, a veteran legislator known for her cultural advocacies and a proud daughter of the island of Panay, welcomed the addition of the Visayan metropolis to the prestigious list. “We express […]

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LEGARDA LAUDS WOMEN PH RESILIENCE AWARDEES

Senate President Pro Tempore Loren Legarda conveyed her utmost respect and commendation to the recipients of the 2023 Philippine Resilience Awards (PRA) for Women for their notable contributions in amplifying efforts to address issues on climate change anchored in resilience-building and disaster risk reduction. In her message, Legarda urged the awardees to continue being an […]

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LEGARDA BATS FOR WATER SUPPLY PROTECTION

In commemoration of this year’s World Food Day, Senate President Pro Tempore Loren Legarda underscored the important role of water in sustaining life on earth. “We live in the constant threat of water security — an increasing population count, urbanization, and climate change affect our potable water supply — and without access to it, our […]

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LEGARDA BATS FOR ASSESSMENT OF PH ECOSYSTEMS

Senate President Pro Tempore Loren Legarda underscored the importance of the passage of Senate Bill No. 2439 or the proposed Philippine Ecosystem and Natural Capital Accounting System (PENCAS) law. During the interpellation of the bill recently, Legarda lamented the lack of accounting of the country’s natural resources, a major driving force in the Philippine economy. […]

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LEGARDA REVIVES NAT’L ARTS AND CRAFTS FAIR

Senate President Pro Tempore Loren Legarda jumpstarted the revival of the National Arts and Crafts Fair (NACF) – a flagship platform combining entrepreneurship and tradition – after a three-year hiatus due to the pandemic. In her keynote speech at the SM Megamall’s Megatrade Halls, Legarda lauded the resilience and creativity that has defined the Filipino […]

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JULY IS NAT’L DISASTER RESILIENCE MONTH – LEGARDA

In observance of National Disaster Resilience Month this July, Senate President Pro Tempore Loren Legarda underscored support for programs dedicated to attaining disaster resilience. Legarda, a United Nations Disaster Risk Reduction (UNDRR) Global Champion for Resilience, said there must be proactive ways to help the country withstand the effects of calamities battering the country annually. […]

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MSMES ARE VITAL BACKBONE OF PH ECONOMY — LEGARDA

In celebration of MSME Week, Senate President Pro Tempore Loren Legarda underscored the state’s support to micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs), and struggling entrepreneurs as they serve as the vital backbone of the Philippine economy. According to the latest data from the Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA), as cited by the Department of Trade and […]

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1ST GLOBAL TREATY VS PLASTIC POLLUTION EYED

As the Philippines joined the observance of World Environment Day with the theme ‘#beatplasticpollution,’ Senate President Pro Tempore Loren Legarda expressed hope for realizing the first global treaty to curb plastic pollution by the end of 2024. “With the negotiations rolling, we are hopefully months away from a global plastics treaty that will address the […]

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LEGARDA TO YOUTH: HELP FIGHT PLASTIC POLLUTION

As the Philippines joins the celebration of Earth Day, Senate President Pro Tempore Loren Legarda called on all Filipino youths for their continued cooperation in addressing the alarming “plastic crisis” that the nation is experiencing amidst its threats to the environment. This appeal comes after Legarda expressed concern over the frequent inclusion of the Philippines […]