*CCC LEADS NATIONAL CLIMATE RESILIENCE FORUM 2026*

*July 23, 2026*

_“Bagong Bansang Matatag: Handa sa Pagbabago ng Klima” Held at SMX Aura_

*TAGUIG CITY* — The *Climate Change Commission (CCC)* convened over 1,500 government officials, experts, and stakeholders today at the *SMX Aura Convention Center* for the *National Climate Resilience Forum 2026* with the theme *“Bagong Bansang Matatag: Handa sa Pagbabago ng Klima.”*

The forum aims to accelerate climate adaptation and disaster resilience efforts across the country amid intensifying climate impacts.

“_Climate change is no longer a distant threat. It is here. Our response must be immediate, inclusive, and science-based,_” a CCC official said during the opening.

*KEY HIGHLIGHTS:*

1. *National Adaptation Strategy* - Updates on the Philippine Adaptation Plan and local climate action integration

2. *LGUs as Frontliners* - Recognition of cities and municipalities leading in flood control, early warning, and climate-smart agriculture

3. *Green Economy & Just Transition* - Panel on creating green jobs while shifting to renewable energy

4. *Climate Financing* - Discussion on accessing local and international funds for resilience projects

5. *Innovation Exhibit* - Showcase of climate tech, resilient infrastructure, and community solutions

Attendees included Secretaries from *DENR, DILG, DA, DPWH, DSWD*, governors, mayors, representatives from *UN, ADB, World Bank*, academe, private sector, and youth leaders.

The forum concluded with the signing of the *“Manila Bay to Mountains Pledge”* — a collective commitment by LGUs and agencies to strengthen local resilience programs.

The CCC emphasized that building a *“Bagong Bansang Matatag”* requires whole-of-government and whole-of-society action.

About CCC: The Climate Change Commission is the lead policy-making body of the government on climate change. It coordinates, monitors, and evaluates programs and actions related to climate change.

Pinangunahan ito ng *Climate Change Commission* bilang bahagi ng paghahanda natin para sa mas ligtas at mas matatag na Pilipinas.

*Ang mensahe ay simple:*  

Hindi natin mapipigilan ang pagbabago ng klima, pero kaya nating maghanda.  

*Bagong Bansang Matatag. Handa sa Pagbabago ng Klima.* 🇵🇭

#BagongBansangMatatag #HandaSaPagbabagoNgKlima #ClimateResiliencePH #CCC #NationalClimateForum2026 #SMXAura #ClimateActionPH #ParaSaBayan

*ISA CONVENES PUBLIC GOVERNANCE FORUM 2026 AT DUSIT THANI MANILA*

*July 22, 2026*

Government and Civil Society Leaders Discuss “Good Governance in Action”_

*MAKATI CITY* — The *Institute for Solidarity in Asia (ISA)* convened public and private sector leaders today at the *Dusit Thani Manila* for the *ISA Public Governance Forum 2026* with the theme *“Good Governance in Action: Building Trust, Delivering Results.”*

Now on its 24th year, ISA continues to champion institutionalized good governance through its *Performance Governance System (PGS)*. The forum serves as a platform to showcase breakthroughs, share lessons, and strengthen collaboration among PGS-compliant LGUs, national agencies, and partner organizations.

“_Public trust is earned through consistent delivery of services. This forum highlights how good governance translates to real impact on the ground,_” an ISA representative said.

*Highlights of the Forum:*

1. *Keynote on Digital Governance* - Leveraging technology for faster, transparent public service

2. *Panel: Health, Education, and Social Protection* - Innovations in service delivery

3. *LGU Success Stories* - Best practices from PGS Pathbreaker and Institutionalized LGUs

4. *Breakout Sessions* - On anti-corruption, citizen engagement, and data-driven governance

The event was attended by , mayor, councilors, agency heads, development partners, academe, and civil society leaders. An exhibit area also featured governance innovations from across the country.

ISA remains committed to its vision of *“A Philippines where every Filipino lives in abundance under a culture of good governance.”*

For more information, visit http://www.isa.org.ph or follow ISA on Facebook and LinkedIn.

About ISA: The Institute for Solidarity in Asia is a non-profit organization that promotes good governance in the Philippines through the Performance Governance System.

#ISAPGF2026 #PublicGovernanceForum #GoodGovernance #DusitThaniManila #ISA #PerformanceGovernanceSystem #BuildingTrust #DeliveringResults

Gov. Sol Aragones Reports 1-Year Accomplishments to Lagunenses at Sta. Cruz Sports Complex

*STA. CRUZ, LAGUNA | July 20, 2026* — Punong-puno ng tao ang *Laguna Sports Complex* ngayong araw para sa *“Isang Taon sa Kapitolyo: Ulat ni Sol”* — ang unang State of the Province Address ni *Laguna Governor Sol Aragones*.

Sa harap ng libo-libong Lagunense, LGU officials, at mga kawani ng pamahalaan, binalikan ni Gov. Sol ang mga nagawa ng probinsya sa loob ng unang taon ng kanyang administrasyon at inilatag ang mga plano para sa susunod na mga taon.

*“SERBISYONG TAPAT, LAGUNA AY AANGAT”*

Binuksan ni Gov. Sol ang kanyang ulat sa temang *“Serbisyong Tapat, Laguna ay Aangat.”*

“_Isang taon pa lang, pero ramdam na natin ang pagbabago. Mula bundok hanggang baybayin, mula ospital hanggang paaralan — inuna natin ang taumbayan,_” ani Gov. Sol.

 *MGA PANGUNAHING NAGAWA SA UNANG TAON*

1. *KALUSUGAN*  

   - Pag-upgrade ng mga ospital sa San Pablo, Sta. Cruz, at Calamba  

   - Libreng check-up, gamot, at dialysis caravan sa 24 na bayan at lungsod  

   - “Laguna Health Card” para sa 100,000 na pamilyang mahihirap

2. *EDUKASYON AT TRABAHO*  

   - 5,000 scholarships at tech-voc training sa ilalim ng “Iskolar ng Laguna”  

   - Job fairs na nakapagbigay ng trabaho sa 12,000 Lagunense  

   - Suporta sa mga MSME at “Likhang Laguna” trade fairs

3. *PAGKAIN AT KABUHAYAN*  

   - Suporta sa magsasaka at mangingisda sa pamamagitan ng libreng binhi at bangka  

   - Partnership sa *DSWD “Walang Gutom 2027”* para sa food-poor families  

   - “Gulayan sa Barangay” program sa lahat ng munisipyo

4. *INFRA AT KALAMIDAD*  

   - Pag-aayos ng mga kalsada at flood control projects sa baybaying bayan  

   - Mas mabilis na response ng PDRRMO sa bagyo at pagbaha  

   - Solar-powered streetlights sa mga liblib na barangay

 *MGA PLANO SA MGA SUSUNOD NA BUWAN*

Inanunsyo ni Gov. Sol ang mga susunod na prayoridad:

- *Laguna Digital Bayan* - libreng wifi at e-services sa lahat ng munisipyo  

- *Mas maraming ospital na may libreng gamot*  

- *“Bahay Para sa Lagunense”* housing program  

- *Turismo at Kultura* - mas palalakasin ang “Likhang Laguna” at festivals

“_Hindi ito ulat lang. Ito ay pangako. Pangako na bawat piso ng kaban ng bayan ay mapupunta sa serbisyo. Walang maiiwan sa Laguna,_” dagdag pa ng Gobernadora.

 *DUMALO SA OKASYON*

Dumalo sa event ang mga Mayor at Vice Mayors ng Laguna, Board Members, Congressmen, at mga kinatawan mula sa *DSWD, DOH, DTI at DILG*. 

Nagkaroon din ng *“Serbisyo Caravan”* sa labas ng Sports Complex kung saan namahagi ng libreng medical check-up, legal aid, at livelihood kits.

Nagtapos ang programa sa isang *“Thanksgiving Concert”* na tampok ang mga lokal na artista ng Laguna.

#IsangTaonSaKapitolyo #UlatNiSol #GovSolAragones #SerbisyongTapat #Laguna #StaCruzLaguna

Fridates Musika at Likhang Filipino Brings Candon, Ilocos Sur

NCCA and Partners Feature Ilokano Music, Creatives, and Culture in Manila on July 17, 2026

*MANILA | July 17, 2026* — The sound of Ilokano guitars and the colors of inabel filled *Roxas Boulevard* today as the *“Fridates Musika at Likhang Filipino”* roadshow featured *Candon City, Ilocos Sur* as its regional spotlight.

Organized by NCCA in partnership with the *Candon City LGU*, the event aimed to promote *Filipino regional talent, and cultural pride* to Metro Manila audiences.

 *CANDON TAKES CENTER STAGE*

For an afternoon delight, Roxas Boulevard turned into a mini-Candon. The *“Fridates Musika”* stage featured live performances from Candon artists:

*Crispin Guitar rondalla ensemble* - showcasing Candon’s heritage as home of the guitar makers

*Ilokano folk songs and Bagoos* performed by local youth and senior groups  

 *OPM acoustic sets* from Candon-based bands

*Cultural dances* with inabel costumes

“_Dinala namin ang Candon sa Manila. Para marinig at makita ng lahat na ang Ilokano ay mayaman sa musika at talento,_” said a representative from Candon City LGU.

“_Ang Fridates Musika ay hindi lang concert. Ito ay plataporma para itaguyod ang kabuhayan, kultura, at dignidad ng bawat Pilipino

The event reaffirms that Filipino creativity and craftsmanship — from Candon to Manila — deserve a national stage.

#FridatesMusika #LikhangFilipino #CandonCity #IlocosSur 

First Lady Liza Araneta-Marcos Leads DSWD “Walang Gutom 2027” Launch at MICE, Quezon City

With QC Mayor Joy Belmonte and DSWD Sec. Rex Gatchalian, Government Pushes for Zero Hunger by 2027

*QUEZON CITY, July 17, 2026* — The *Department of Social Welfare and Development - DSWD* held a national stakeholder briefing for the *“Walang Gutom 2027: Food Stamp Program”* today at the *MICE Center, Quezon City*, led by *First Lady Liza Araneta-Marcos* as Guest of Honor.

Joining her were *Quezon City Mayor Joy Belmonte* and *DSWD Secretary Rex Gatchalian*, along with LGU officials, partner agencies, CSOs, and private sector stakeholders.

The event signals the government’s intensified push to achieve *Zero Hunger by 2027* and provide dignified food assistance to 1 million food-poor Filipino families.

 *“FOOD WITH DIGNITY” FOR FILIPINO FAMILIES*

In her message, *First Lady Liza Araneta-Marcos* emphasized that the program is more than just aid.

“_Ang Walang Gutom 2027 ay para matiyak na walang pamilyang matutulog na gutom. Binibigyan natin sila hindi lang ng pagkain, kundi ng pagpipilian at dignidad,_” the First Lady said.

Under the program, beneficiaries receive a *₱3,000 monthly Electronic Benefit Transfer - EBT Card* instead of relief packs. The card can be used to buy rice, vegetables, fruits, meat, fish, eggs, milk, and other nutritious food in DSWD-accredited stores.

 *QC AND DSWD: PARTNERS IN FOOD SECURITY*

*Quezon City Mayor Joy Belmonte* pledged the city’s full support for validation, monitoring, and rollout in barangays.

“_Sa Quezon City, food security is a priority. We welcome Walang Gutom 2027 because it empowers families to choose what to eat while we teach them proper nutrition. Walang maiiwan,_” Mayor Belmonte stated.

*DSWD Secretary Rex Gatchalian* explained the program’s 3 components: 

1. *₱3,000 Monthly Food E-Voucher* 

2. *Nutrition Education* - required monthly counseling and cooking demos

3. *Data-Driven Monitoring* - to track purchases and nutrition outcomes

“_By 2027, our goal is clear: 1 million families lifted from food poverty. This is a whole-of-nation approach,_” Sec. Gatchalian said.

 *WHO CAN BE BENEFICIARIES?*

Priority households include:

- *Food-poor families* in Listahanan 3 

- *Households with pregnant, lactating mothers, and children 0-5 years old*

- *Senior Citizens and PWDs* with no regular income

- *4Ps beneficiaries* who remain food insecure

Eligible families will be contacted directly by DSWD and their LGU. *No payment or fees are required* to join.# *NEXT STEPS*

Following the MICE launch, DSWD will roll out regional orientations and onboard more partner groceries and community stores nationwide. 

The public may coordinate with their *City/Municipal Social Welfare and Development Office* or *DSWD Field Office* for questions.

#WalangGutom2027 #DSWD #BagongPilipinas #FirstLadyLizaMarcos #JoyBelmonte #RexGatchalian #ZeroHunger