Speech of Senator Loren Legarda: Launch of “Journey to Climate Resilience: The Philippine Story” and Women Climate Leaders Video Documentaries: Filipina Changemakers

November 25, 2024

Keynote Speech by Senator Loren Legarda
Launch of “Journey to Climate Resilience: The Philippine Story” and
Women Climate Leaders Video Documentaries: Filipina Changemakers
Philippine Resilience Awards 2024
November 25, 2024 | SMX Manila, Pasay City
Ladies and gentlemen, distinguished guests, climate advocates, and most importantly, our resilience champions—good morning.
Today is a day of stories—stories of struggle, hope, and triumph. We celebrate the Filipino spirit that has, time and time again, proven its resilience in the face of adversity.
I am deeply honored […]

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Co-sponsorship Speech of Senator Loren Legarda on the Confirmation of the Ad Interim Appointment of Civil Service Commission Chairperson Atty. Marilyn B. Barua-Yap

November 25, 2024

Co-sponsorship Speech of Senator Loren Legarda on the Confirmation of the Ad Interim Appointment of Civil Service Commission Chairperson Atty. Marilyn B. Barua-Yap
20 November 2024
Thank you, Mr. Chairperson.
It is with honor that I stand before all of you today to support the confirmation of the ad interim appointment of Atty. Marilyn B. Barua-Yap as the Chairperson of the Civil Service Commission. We are not just deciding on a role to be filled, but we are shaping the future of […]

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Co-sponsorship Speech of Senator Loren Legarda on the Confirmation of the Ad Interim Appointment of Department of Interior and Local Government Secretary Juan Victor Remulla

November 25, 2024

Co-sponsorship Speech of Senator Loren Legarda on the Confirmation of the Ad Interim Appointment of Department of Interior and Local Government Secretary Juan Victor Remulla
20 November 2024
Thank you, Mr. Chairperson.
It is my privilege to rise today to co-sponsor the confirmation of the ad interim appointment of Mr. Juanito Victor “Jonvic” Catibayan Remulla as Secretary of the Department of the Interior and Local Government.
Mr. Remulla’s record of public service, his demonstrated competence, and his commitment to good governance make him […]

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OPENING REMARKS OF SENATOR LOREN LEGARDA: INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE ON WOMEN, PEACE, AND SECURITY

October 29, 2024

OPENING REMARKS OF SENATOR LOREN LEGARDA
INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE ON WOMEN, PEACE, AND SECURITY
PICC, PASAY CITY
29 October 2025
Excellencies, fellow parliamentarians, partners, good afternoon.
It is a privilege to welcome you to this Parliamentary Roundtable on the second day of the International Conference on Women, Peace and Security.
With more than 80 states participating, the global nature of this conference signifies the shared sense of responsibility of UN member-states for advancing the Women, Peace, and Security agenda.
The Philippines is honored by the […]

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Message of Senator Loren Legarda during the Handover Ceremony for the Philippines’ participation as Guest of Honour Country in the Frankfurter Buchmesse 2025

October 21, 2024

Honored guests, esteemed colleagues, partners from the global literary community,
Today is a momentous occasion for the entire Philippines. We are humbled to accept, on behalf of our country, the prestigious role of becoming the next Guest of Honour at the Frankfurt Book Fair in 2025.
First, allow me to congratulate Italy. Your theme, “Roots in the future,” captured the essence of your nation’s rich cultural heritage while connecting it to contemporary global narratives. The stories you presented remind us […]

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