Japan’s Ambassador to the Philippines, ENDO Kazuya attended the Philippine Development Forum (PDF) 2025 held in Manila, joining President Ferdinand Marcos Jr., key Cabinet members, and representatives from international development partners.
The annual Philippine Development Forum serves as a high-level platform for dialogue, collaboration, and strategic coordination between the Government of the Philippines (GPH) and its development partners. Guided by mid-term results and performance indicators, the forum aims to strengthen the alignment of official development assistance (ODA) with the country’s national development goals, ensuring that government programs are more cohesive, responsive, and results-oriented.
As one of the Philippines’ most enduring development partners, Japan has provided over 50 years of Official Development Assistance, helping fund infrastructure, social services, disaster resilience, and inclusive economic growth. Ambassador Endo reaffirmed Japan’s continued commitment to the Philippines, emphasizing that its support remains closely aligned with the country’s socioeconomic priorities.
“Japan is proud to stand alongside the Philippines as a trusted partner in its journey towards sustainable development and shared prosperity. Our cooperation is guided by long-term vision and mutual commitment to improve the lives of all Filipinos,” Ambassador Endo said.
The forum also provided an opportunity to highlight the results of ongoing bilateral programs and discuss new areas of collaboration, particularly in climate resilience, infrastructure, health, education, and technology-driven economic growth. By leveraging development partnerships, the Philippines seeks to accelerate its progress toward inclusive and sustainable national development.
With Japan’s unwavering support, the Philippines continues to enhance its capacity for resilient infrastructure, innovative economic policies, and social services—ensuring that the benefits of development reach communities across the archipelago.
The Philippine Development Forum 2025 reaffirmed the country’s commitment to strengthening partnerships with development allies, fostering transparency, and ensuring that ODA interventions are effectively implemented to meet the evolving needs of the Filipino people.