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Department of Science and Technology (DOST) Secretary Renato U. Solidum Jr. emphasized that, beyond technological advancements, empowering citizens to prepare them for disasters is essential.

Solidum made this statement during the opening of the 2025 HANDA Pilipinas sa Bagong Pilipinas event, which took place from August 7 to 9, 2025, at the Newtown Convention Center in Baguio City, located in the Cordillera Administrative Region (CAR).

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The Philippine Association for the Advancement of Science and Technology (PhilASST), in partnership with the Department of Science and Technology-National Capital Region (DOST-NCR) gathered experts from various national government agencies to discuss insights on building a climate-resilient and sustainable economy.

With the theme, “Facing Environmental Challenges and Climate Change in the Philippines’ Future: Actions in Line with PAGTANAW 2050,” the hybrid conference was held at the historic Heyden Hall of Manila Observatory.

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Department of Science and Technology Undersecretary for Research and Development Dr. Leah J. Buendia (3rd from right) leads the opening of the Advanced Science, Technology, and Innovation Convention (ASTICON) 2025 on August 5, 2025, at the Novotel Manila Araneta City, Quezon City. Joining her are (left to right) DOST Assistant Secretary for Technology Transfer, Communications, and Commercialization Napoleon K. Juanillo, Jr., PhD; DOST-Advanced Science and Technology Institute Director Franz A. de Leon, PhD; and ASTICON 2025 Event Chairperson Alvin E. Retamar. (Photo by Patrick Lee James C. Alfonso, DOST-STII)

QUEZON CITY, Philippines – The Advanced Science and Technology Institute of the Department of Science and Technology (DOST-ASTI) officially launches on August 5, 2025, the 2nd Advanced Science, Technology, and Innovation Convention (ASTICON), at the Novotel Manila Araneta City in Quezon City. This year’s convention carries the theme “Preparing Tomorrow, Today,” highlighting DOST-ASTI’s mission to develop technologies that shape a future-ready Philippines.

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Experts from the Department of Science and Technology-Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (DOST-PAGASA), and Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (DOST-PHIVOLCS) reiterated the vital role of research and development (R&D) in improving the country’s disaster risk reduction (DRR) efforts and climate change adaptation and the need for more multi-sectoral collaboration.

During the 8th National Research and Development Conference (NRDC) held on July 23-24, 2025, key stakeholders, policymakers and experts gathered to discuss the critical role of R&D in driving national progress, ensuring fiscal responsibility, and fostering local and international collaboration.