Legarda eyes expanded TESDA mandate in future

Senate President Pro Tempore Loren Legarda today shared her vision for the Technical Education and Skills Development Authority (TESDA) as it nears its third decade of existence.

Legarda, a staunch supporter of the state agency, shared her desires for the agency, which has helped countless lives for almost three decades.

“I want to envision TESDA expanding even further — where every Filipino has the opportunity to acquire the skills and tools they need to pursue their dreams and contribute to […]

Legarda – PH Guest of Honour status at Frankfurter Buchmesse 2025 to promote local publishing industry in global arena

Senate President Pro Tempore Loren Legarda said the Philippines’ participation as the Guest of Honour (GOH) at the Frankfurter Buchmesse (FBM) 2025, the largest book fair in the world, will promote the country’s publishing industry in the global arena and will prove to be a great venue to highlight the Philippines’ culture and arts.
Since 2016, Legarda has pushed for this distinction as Guest of Honour at the world’s oldest and most prestigious book fair. It was late in 2015 when […]

Legarda urges public to be vigilant vs cybercrimes

Senate President Pro Tempore Loren Legarda reminded the public to remain vigilant against the ever-growing threat in cyberspace.

During the ‘Tech Talks’ in the Senate this afternoon, she urged attendees to the symposium, organized in coordination with tech giant Google, to be more prudent online.

“As we enjoy the benefits of technology and advancement, we must not forget the risks and threats,” said Legarda.

“With the discussions of today, I hope that you will all be equipped with the tools and skills to […]

Legarda asserts support for Filipino cultural development

Senate President Pro Tempore Loren Legarda affirmed her commitment to enriching Filipino culture through legislative initiatives.
During her keynote speech at the opening of the Kislap-Diwa: 12 Pagtatagpo ng Gunita sa Pamanang Pambansa exhibit at the National Museum of Anthropology on Saturday, she asserted her support for putting up activities that will bring Filipino arts and culture to its citizens.
It coincides with the 136th anniversary of the National Museum.
“Bilang Tagapangulo ng Komite para sa Kultura at Sining ng Senado, patuloy kong […]

Legarda: Filipino youth role is crucial in preserving PH biodiversity, environment

Senate President Pro Tempore Loren Legarda urged the Filipino youth to continue doing their share in preserving the Philippines’ rich biodiversity as she underscored the great potential of every individual in safeguarding the country’s future through the protection of the environment.

Legarda asserted this as she spoke before the participants of the 2023 ASEAN Biodiversity Heroes Forum, where she emphasized the role of the youth in the conservation of the environment and keeping sustainable biodiversity, which are considered crucial in […]