Explanation of Vote of Senator Loren Legarda on Senate Bill no. 2450 or the Blue Economy Act

August 19, 2024

EXPLANATION OF VOTE OF SENATOR LOREN LEGARDA
Senate Bill No. 2450
The Blue Economy Act
Senate of the Philippines
August 19, 2024
Senate of the Philippines

Mr. President,

I welcome the support of our colleagues in voting to approve the Blue Economy bill on the third reading. This proposed measure establishes a comprehensive framework for the sustainable development and stewardship of our coastal and marine resources, which are vital to our nation’s economy, environment, and heritage.

The Blue Economy Act aligns with the […]

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Legarda stresses importance of indigenous communities in environmental preservation

August 13, 2024

Senator Loren Legarda emphasized anew the importance of indigenous communities in the very survival of the Philippine ecosystem.
During her privilege speech delivered on the occasion of National Indigenous Peoples Day on August 12, Legarda reiterated the importance of the indigenous knowledge of these communities due to their centuries’ worth of expertise in the land that they reside on.
“Ang ating mga katutubo ang nagsisilbing unang hanay ng tagapagpanatili at tagapagpangalaga ng ating kapaligiran at kalikasan,” Legarda said.
“Mahalagang ating kilalanin, na para […]

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Legarda supports legislative measures in achieving ‘A’ rating credit status

August 13, 2024

As the Senate held a briefing on the Proposed 2025 National Expenditure Program by the Development Budget Coordination Committee (DBCC) on Tuesday, Senator Loren Legarda acknowledged the legislature’s role in achieving an ‘A’ rating credit status by 2028.
Legarda inquired about the specific initiatives that the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) is currently undertaking to support the “Road to A Credit Rating Agenda” and the BSP’s role in the Investor Relations group within this agenda.
As articulated by BSP Governor Eli M. […]

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Co-sponsorship Speech of Senator Loren Legarda on Resolution Expressing the Profound Sympathy and Sincere Condolences of the Senate of the Philippines on the Death of a Pillar of the Philippine Entertainment Industry, Veteran Film Producer, and Regal Films Matriarch, Lily “Mother Lily” Yu Chu-Monteverde

August 7, 2024

Co-sponsorship Speech of Senator Loren Legarda
Resolution Expressing the Profound Sympathy and Sincere Condolences of the Senate of the Philippines on the Death of a Pillar of the Philippine Entertainment Industry, Veteran Film Producer, and Regal Films Matriarch, Lily “Mother Lily” Yu Chu-Monteverde
07 August 2024
Today, we gather to honor the memory of a remarkable woman who has left an indelible mark on the cultural fabric of our nation. Lily “Mother Lily” Yu Chu-Monteverde was not only a pioneering figure […]

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Omnibus Co-sponsorship Speech of Sen. Loren Legarda on the ad interim appointments and nominations of the DFA Officials

August 7, 2024

Omnibus Co-sponsorship Speech of Sen. Loren Legarda on the ad interim appointments and nominations of the DFA Officials
Commission on Appointments
Senate Session Hall
7 August 2024

Mr. Chairman, esteemed colleagues, and fellow countrymen,

It is an honor and privilege to support the confirmation of the ad interim appointments and nominations of distinguished officials for key positions in the Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA).

These individuals are more than qualified. They possess a wealth of experience, track record, and an unwavering commitment to fulfilling the challenging […]

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