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PHILIPPINES ADVANCES REGIONAL COOPERATION AT APEC ENERGY MINISTERIAL IN BUSAN


The Philippine delegation to the 15th APEC Energy Ministerial Meeting, led by Undersecretary Rowena Cristina Guevarra. The EMM15 was held in Busan, Republic of Korea. Post’s Political and Economic Section, Third Secretary and Vice Consul Reisha Olavario and Economic Assistant Ms. Charmie B. Fugaban, joined the DOE delegation.

Busan, Korea – The Philippine Embassy in Seoul joined the Department of Energy delegation led by Undersecretary Rowena Cristina L. Guevara at the 15th APEC Energy Ministerial Meeting (EMM15) from 27-28 August 2025, where she reaffirmed the Philippines’ commitment to work with APEC partners in advancing clean energy, modernizing infrastructure, and building resilient systems for a sustainable and inclusive Asia-Pacific future. 

As part of her intervention, Undersecretary Guevara emphasized the Philippine vision of a connected, resilient, and sustainable Asia-Pacific region built through collaboration and common goals. She also said that the Philippines stands ready to work hand in hand with APEC economies to build a future where opportunity thrives, innovation flourishes, and sustainability defines the path forward.  The Philippine delegation also participated in the Clean Energy Ministerial Meeting (CEMM), and other side events such as the Powering the Asia Pacific: US-ROK Nuclear Solutions roundtable, underscoring the country’s support for innovation and collaboration in clean and nuclear energy development. The Philippine delegation also engaged in bilateral meetings with counterparts to advance cooperation on energy security, renewable energy, and market transparency.

The Philippine Embassy in Seoul continues to support high-level meetings and activities that underscore the Philippines’ readiness to contribute to regional and global energy transition efforts through bold policies, the participation of our young and dynamic workforce, and strengthened international partnerships. END

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