The Philippines will host the Asia and the Pacific Regional Meeting (APRM) for the Open Government Partnership (OGP) in February. The meeting will bring together around 700 delegates from across the region to discuss best practices and innovative solutions for open governance.
Leaders of the Philippine Open Government Partnership (PH- OGP ), headed by its chairman, Department of Budget and Management Secretary Amenah Pangandaman, convened at the DBM Central Office in Manila on January 15th to champion the OGP initiative and officially launch the upcoming Asia and the Pacific Regional Meeting (APRM). The OGP strives to foster transparency, accountability, and citizen participation in governance.
The APRM, scheduled for February 5th to 7th, signifies a crucial step towards strengthening collaboration among government entities, civil society, and citizens. This marks the first time since the OGP's inception in 2011 that the Philippines will host the APRM. An estimated 700 local and international delegates, including heads of state, government officials, civil society leaders, and policymakers, are anticipated to attend. Pangandaman emphasized the significance of the assembly in shaping the national agenda for the regional forum, which aims to facilitate in-depth discussions on best practices and innovative solutions to governance challenges within the Asia Pacific region.The official media launch of the APRM provided essential information regarding the Open Government Partnership, highlighting its key milestones and achievements. Key figures in the OGP delved into specific details about the APRM, encompassing agenda items, strategic objectives, and collaborative efforts aimed at enhancing transparency and citizen engagement across the Philippines and the broader region. This interactive session underscored the crucial role of the media in promoting transparency surrounding open governance, cultivating public awareness, and amplifying community voices.
OPEN GOVERNANCE PHILIPPINES ASIA PACIFIC REGIONAL MEETING OGP TRANSPARENCY
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