Legarda: Protect Aeta rights, lock in Filipino gains before Pax Silica deal is sealed

With the detailed agreement for the Pax Silica-linked Clark project still being shaped, Senator Loren Legarda urged the government to proceed cautiously to the next stage and subject any additional long-term commitment to a clear public-interest test, saying headline investment and job projections cannot by themselves establish the net benefit to the Philippines.
Legarda said any final agreement must pass two basic tests: it must deliver clear and measurable gains for Filipinos, and it must fully protect the rights, land, livelihoods, […]

Legarda seeks stronger CHR with power to provide real protection and remedies to human rights victims, away from threats of budgetary harassment

Senator Loren Legarda filed Senate Bill No. 2497, or the proposed Commission on Human Rights Charter, on September 24, 2026, seeking to strengthen the Commission on Human Rights as the country’s National Human Rights Institution and give it clearer powers to investigate violations, protect victims and witnesses, and provide effective remedies.
“Ang kasiguraduhan na pangalagaan ang ating mga karapatan ay kung may institusyong may kapangyarihan at kakayahang protektahan ito. Para sa isang biktima, mahalaga ang may malalapitan, may makikinig, at may […]

Legarda calls for “Tapat na Paglilingkod”: ₱2.75-T Loss from Corruption and Inflation Underscores Need for Systemic Reforms Amidst Economic Crises

In light of the worsening state of corruption in the Philippines, Senator Loren Legarda has underscored the urgent need to shift away from individual political attacks and toward systemic transparency and comprehensive institutional reform. The call comes as recent data highlights a staggering economic toll on the nation, severely exacerbating the suffering of Filipinos amidst an ongoing oil crisis.

“Ang korapsyon ay higit pa sa usaping politikal, ito ay moral. Sa pagkamkam sa kaban ng bayan, buhay ng sambayanan ang nagdurusa. […]

“Hindi pwedeng think positive lang”: Legarda calls for early, science-based action as El Niño intensifies

Senator Loren Legarda urged the government to act ahead of the worsening El Niño, as PAGASA warned that the current Strong El Niño could intensify into a Very Strong El Niño and persist through the first half of 2027.
Legarda said preparations must begin before prolonged dry spells translate into crop losses, water shortages, higher food prices, health risks, and lost livelihoods.
“Ang El Niño ay hindi biglaang sakuna. Nakikita natin itong paparating. Hindi pwedeng ‘think positive’ lang at saka tayo kikilos […]

Legarda: Empower local governments, build climate capabilities for a more resilient Bicol

NAGA CITY — Senator Loren Legarda underscored the need to continuously strengthen the capabilities of local governments and institutions to translate national climate policies into concrete action, as the Climate Change Commission (CCC) launched the pilot implementation of the Center for Local Leadership, Integrated MEAL, Training and Education (CLLIMATE) Roving Academy in Naga City from September 28 to October 1, 2026.
In her message, Legarda recognized the Climate Change Commission (CCC), participating government agencies, local government units, the academe, development partners, […]