The Metropolitan Theater, Ermita, Manila
September 27, 2023

“This document is not just a plan but a commitment to making innovation an indispensable component of our nation's development agenda, and a key driver in our vision to achieve a truly smart and innovative Philippines,” President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. expressed when he led the launching of the National Innovation Agenda and
Strategy Document (NIASD) 2023-2032.

The President underscored the measures included in the document that will accelerate the country’s innovation governance, as well as promote a culture of innovation among scientists, researchers, entrepreneurs, engineers and all citizens. These include reforms in the education curriculum design and learning platforms, bolstered spending for research and development, and support for local enterprises, among others.

“This initiative promises long-awaited transformation for our nation. It also represents the collective efforts of a society that is coming together in synergy,” he said. The formulation of the NIASD follows a forward-looking and collaborative approach, involving consultations with the academe, business sector, various government agencies and international experts.

To this end, the Chief Executive noted that collaboration remains the most effective tool for achieving holistic and positive development. He also called for the continued support to local enterprises and research institutions, as these undertakings serve as catalysts in achieving the country’s developmental agenda.

“As we embark on this transformative journey, let us do so with unwavering determination, unbreakable unity, and boundless hope for a brighter future for all Filipinos and for all humanity,” he ended in his message.

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