August 25, 2023
Senate President Pro Tempore Loren Legarda lauded the recent passage of Republic Act No. 11960 or the One Town, One Product (OTOP) Philippines Act, which recognizes the crucial role of micro, small, and medium Enterprises (MSME) as essential drivers of economic growth in the Philippines.
As principal author and co-sponsor of the bill, which was first introduced in 2002, Legarda stressed this move as a monumental milestone for the MSME sector, which is considered one of the backbones of the Philippine […]
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August 25, 2023
Senate President Pro Tempore Loren Legarda calls the passage of Republic Act No. 11961, or the Cultural Mapping Law, an important milestone in the continued promotion and preservation of Filipino culture and heritage.
As the author and principal sponsor of the law, Legarda lauded the measure’s passage, which she has been pushing since the 16th Congress. In the 19th Congress, she filed Senate Bill No. 622, An Act Amending RA 10066, or the National Cultural Heritage Act of 2009, to mandate […]
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August 25, 2023
Anchored in providing quality and democratizing education, Senate President Pro Tempore Loren Legarda led the inauguration of the University of the Philippines (UP) Antique Extension Campus in the Municipality of Pandan, Antique.
The establishment of the UP Antique Extension Campus seeks to provide formal education and award degrees, as well as training opportunities to the local workforce, who contribute to the province’s thriving economy.
“This 900-square-meter three-story building has classrooms, offices, training spaces, and a conference room. These will catalyze engagements among […]
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August 25, 2023
MESSAGE OF SENATE PRESIDENT PRO TEMPORE LOREN LEGARDA
Inauguration of UP Antique Extension Campus
25 August 2023 | Pandan, Antique
Mayad nga aga sa tanan!
When I assumed the role of Representative of the Lone District of Antique and Deputy Speaker in 2019, I made a solemn commitment to bring about substantial changes in our beloved province within my three-year term. I aspired for more opportunities and resources because my kasimanwas deserve better.
I must thank everyone for entrusting this daunting task to […]
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August 23, 2023
OPENING STATEMENT
Senate President Pro Tempore
LOREN LEGARDA
Second Meeting
Philippine Congress –
Bangsamoro Parliament Forum
Marriott Hotel, Pasay City
23 August 2023
Good morning, distinguished colleagues:
It is an honor to be part of the Senate contingent to the Philippine Congress – Bangsamoro Parliament Forum. Sa ating pangalawang pagpupulong ngayong araw, nais ko ring magbigay-pugay sa lahat ng nagtataguyod upang mapatupad ang mandato ng Bangsamoro Organic Law at ang Philippine Congress-Bangsamoro Parliament Forum.
The establishment of the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (BARMM) was […]
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