The Philippines and Singapore reinforced their commitment to deepening collaboration and exploring innovative solutions for inclusive and climate resilient development through water resource management, biodiversity conservation, energy transition and reforestation.
Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) Secretary Maria Antonia Yulo Loyzaga hosted Singapore President Tharman Shanmugaratnam on August 16, 2024, and brought together representatives from the private sector and government agencies of both countries to discuss efforts in sustainable development, leveraging technology to address shared challenges, attract international investments and adopt best practices.
This discussion was preceded by the signing of a memorandum of understanding (MOU) on August 15 between Loyzaga and Singapore’s Minister for Sustainability and the Environment and Minister-in-charge of Trade Relations Grace Fu Hai Yien
The agreement facilitates cooperation under Article 6 of the Paris Agreement. It enables both countries to cooperate on climate action in order to meet emission reduction targets through the development of high integrity carbon credits while supporting reforestation and community development.
Loyzaga and DENR Undersecretary Carlos Primo David presented an overview of the DENR Geospatial Database Office’s (GDO) water resource management initiatives. The presentation showcased the achievements of the GDO in mapping the nation’s natural resources, including water bodies, forests and mangrove ecosystems. DENR News
