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PBBM leaves for UNGA in New York; set to meet Filipino community
President Ferdinand "Bongbong" Marcos Jr. arrived in New York on Sunday, September 18, Manila time, for his first working visit to the US as chief executive, which includes attending the 77th United Nations General Assembly (UNGA).
He is scheduled to address the UN high-level debate on Tuesday, September 20, at 3:15 p.m. New York time, focusing on economic recovery, food security, and agricultural productivity.
Marcos will be the second speaker in the afternoon session and the first Southeast Asian leader to speak during the General Debate.
During his trip, the President will meet with fellow world leaders, top business officials, and the Filipino community, including those who traveled from Canada.
He will also engage with business leaders and speak before an economic briefing to attract investments to the Philippines.
Marcos is also the Philippines' agriculture secretary.
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