BAGUIO CITY, Philippines — Mayor Benjamin Magalong served as a keynote presenter and panelist for Tier 1B Local Government Unit Partners participating in the European Union-Philippines Green Economy Partnership initiative, Aug 27, in Quezon City organized by the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) Philippines.

Concurrently, the City Planning and Development Office (CPDSO) contributed as a panelist during the comprehensive Deep Dive session focused on Portfolio Development for the Green LGUs Project.

CPDSO Head Donna Tabangin said Baguio, alongside other participating LGUs, showcased its comprehensive efforts and innovative approaches in sustainable urban development, climate adaptation measures, and green economy transition initiatives.

The city emphasized its commitment to environmental stewardship and its role as a model for sustainable local governance practices within the broader framework of the EU-PH partnership’s objectives for promoting green economic transformation at the city level, she said.-Gaby B. Keith