Legarda supports launching of Pasig River Urban Development Project

Senate President Pro Tempore Loren Legarda expressed her full support and commitment towards the protection of the country’s natural resources and environment as she joined fellow public servants and the private sector at the launching of the Pasig River Development Project in the City of Manila with President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. and First Lady Louise Araneta-Marcos, the project visionary.

As a staunch advocate of environmental protection, Legarda underscored the project as a fresh way to start the new year, […]

Legarda brings Starlink to Ilocos Norte, underscores importance of digital connectivity

Senate President Pro Tempore Loren Legarda emphasized the importance of strengthening digital infrastructure and its crucial role in creating endless opportunities for Filipinos amidst technological advancements across the country as more installation of Wireless Fidelity (Wi-Fi) through Starlink units were launched in the province of Ilocos Norte through the senator’s efforts.
“In this digital age, access to the Internet should be treated not just a privilege but a basic right to equip every Filipino with the right tools and knowledge, as […]

Legarda urges PH to shun single-use plastics

In observance of Zero Waste Month, Senate President Pro Tempore Loren Legarda urged Filipinos to shun the use of single-use plastics and be more prudent in waste disposal.
Legarda, one of the foremost legislators in terms of climate justice, said that the country needs to re-assess itself at the heels of the 28th UN Climate Change Conference (COP28) in Dubai.
“We must push ourselves to live more sustainably since plastics use fossil fuels, which in turn contributes to more greenhouse gas emissions […]

Legarda urges Filipinos to use Rizal’s ideals as a foundation for own

In commemoration of Rizal Day today, Senate President Pro Tempore Loren Legarda reminded Filipinos to harken back to the ideals of Dr. Jose Rizal and use them as inspiration to become better citizens.

“Despite Dr. Rizal being martyred 127 years ago, his ideals remain timeless, and we should use that as a springboard to foster our love for our nation and become model citizens,” said Legarda.

“The real way to give homage to one of our foremost heroes is to build upon […]

Legarda welcomes 9 new ‘Manlilikha ng Bayan’ awardees

 
Senate President Pro Tempore Loren Legarda lauded the proclamation into new cultural masters of nine individuals who received the National Living Treasures Award (Gawad sa Manlilikha ng Bayan or GAMABA) for their exemplary contribution to Philippine arts and culture.
Legarda, considered the foremost legislator on the topic, welcomed the inclusion of the nine via Presidential Proclamation No. 427, s. 2023.
Republic Act (RA) No. 7355 establishes provisions for identifying and honoring GAMABA awardees and for the advancement and nurturing of traditional folk […]