MANILA, Philippines- President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. will attend the 80th United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) in the United States in September, Malacañang announced Wednesday.
During a press conference, Palace Press Officer Claire Castro confirmed that Marcos would join other world leaders during the high-level debate, which would start on Sept. 23 in New York City.
The Philippines is one of the original 51 charter members that created the United Nations in 1945.
Marcos to attend UN meet in New York in Sept- Palace
In 2022, Marcos delivered the country’s national statement during the UNGA high-level general debate, which marked his debut on the world stage as the country’s head of state.
The President then called on UN member states to support the Philippines’ bid for a non-permanent seat on the UN Security Council, reiterating that the Philippines was "a friend to all and an enemy to none.", This news data comes from:http://www.705-888.com
In 2023 and 2024, Marcos skipped the UNGA and was instead represented by former Foreign Affairs secretary Enrique Manalo.
- Humanoid robots showcase skills at Ancient Olympia. But they're on a long road to catch up to AI
- Mexican senators come to blows after heated debate
- PH to see ‘blood moon’ Sept. 7-8
- Customs recovers 10 more Discaya luxury cars
- Unnamed skeletons? US museum at center of ethical debate
- DoTr seeks higher budget for 2026, requests P531B amid cuts
- Former president Duterte's health stable despite high blood sugar, says VP Sara
- Indonesian finance minister's home looted as protest anger grows
- Marcos says commission on DPWH anomalies to be finalized 'very soon,' mum on Magalong participation
- Kris Aquino is alive, says friend amid reports of death
