65th Anniversary of the Department of Social Welfare and Development

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Malacañan Palace 2 February 2016 President Benigno S. Aquino III led the 65th anniversary celebration of the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) held in Malacañan Palace. In his speech, the President imparted a few of the notable contributions and achievements of the DSWD, including the widening of the coverage of the Pantawid Pamilyang continue reading : 65th Anniversary of the Department of Social Welfare and Development

State Dinner in Honor of Their Majesties The Emperor and Empress of Japan

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Malacañan Palace 27 January 2016 President Benigno S. Aquino III offered a toast in honor of Their Majesties Emperor Akihito and Empress Michiko of Japan in a State Dinner at Malacañan Palace. In his brief remarks, President Aquino shared that Japan has been a “consistent, able and trustworthy partner” who has helped in the progress continue reading : State Dinner in Honor of Their Majesties The Emperor and Empress of Japan

Oath Taking of Secretary Arsenio Balisacan

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Malacañan Palace 27 January 2016 President Benigno S. Aquino III administered the oath to Secretary Arsenio Balisacan as chairperson of the Philippine Competition Commission. The former National Economic and Development Authority (NEDA) Director-General was sworn in Malacañan Palace as the first chairperson of the newly created Office of Philippine Competition Commission. He will be serving continue reading : Oath Taking of Secretary Arsenio Balisacan

Welcome Ceremony for Their Majesties The Emperor and Empress of Japan

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Malacañan Palace 27 January 2016 President Benigno S. Aquino III held a welcome ceremony for Their Majesties Emperor Akihito and Empress Michiko of Japan on the second day of their State Visit to the Philippines. According to reports by the Japanese Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Japan and the Philippines share basic values such as freedom continue reading : Welcome Ceremony for Their Majesties The Emperor and Empress of Japan

Arrival of Their Majesties The Emperor and Empress of Japan

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AGES Aviation Center, Balagbag Ramp, Pasay City 26 January 2016 President Benigno S. Aquino III welcomed Their Majesties Emperor Akihito and Empress Michiko of Japan on the first day of their State Visit to the Philippines. Their Majesties’ visit marks the 60th anniversary of diplomatic relations between the Philippines and Japan, and is also the continue reading : Arrival of Their Majesties The Emperor and Empress of Japan