Marcos returns to PH after ‘productive’ New York working trip

Business | International Business Posted on 2026-03-12 00:50:47

MANILA – President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. arrived in the Philippines late Wednesday night following what he described as a “very productive” working visit to New York, where he promoted peace initiatives, sought support for the country’s bid for a seat in the United Nations Security Council, and highlighted investment opportunities in the Philippines.

According to Malacañang, the aircraft carrying Marcos and his delegation landed at 11:29 p.m. Wednesday.

During the trip, the President delivered a speech at the 70th Session of the Commission on the Status of Women (CSW70) at the United Nations headquarters. In his address, he underscored the importance of empowering women, saying it is a key indicator of national development.

Marcos stressed the role of education and collective action in addressing violence against women and expanding women’s participation in leadership and decision-making across different sectors.

He also met with United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres, where he reaffirmed the Philippines’ strong commitment to the UN and to multilateral cooperation.

At a special session of the United Nations General Assembly attended by representatives of 193 member states, Marcos highlighted the importance of upholding the rule of law, strengthening multilateralism, and resolving disputes through peaceful means.

The President likewise reiterated the Philippines’ bid for a non-permanent seat on the UN Security Council for the 2027–2028 term, saying the country aims to represent the interests of the Indo-Pacific region, developing nations, climate-vulnerable states, and middle-income economies.

On the sidelines of the visit, Marcos held meetings with several business leaders and investors to promote economic collaboration with the Philippines.

Among them were executives from the U.S. Medical Glove Company, which is considering establishing a manufacturing facility in the country that could create more than 2,000 jobs for Filipinos.

Marcos also met with senior officials of J.P. Morgan to discuss global economic trends, geopolitical tensions, and their possible effects on financial markets and oil prices.

NPO News Team | PNA-PR

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