Easter Sunday at The Manila Hotel: Golden Easter Egg Hunters and Ukrainian Heritage in Color

  

The Manila Hotel recently concluded two exciting events over the Easter weekend, offering guests both festive family fun and a rich cultural experience at the Grand Dame of the Philippines.

GOLDEN Easter Egg Hunters took place on Easter Sunday, April 5, 2026, at the Fiesta Pavilion. Laughter, excitement, and joyful cheer filled the afternoon as children and families enjoyed fun and engaging activities, including an Easter egg hunt, face painting, egg and cupcake decorating, arts and crafts, bouncy castles, balloon twisters, and more. Guests were also treated to delicious snacks provided by the event partners and enjoyed a captivating magic show, adding an extra touch of wonder to the festivities. A highlight of the afternoon was the live musical performance by The Manila Hotel’s very own performers, inspired by the artistry of Huntrix.

Simultaneously, the Embassy of Ukraine in the Philippines and the Honorary Consulate of Ukraine hosted a special Easter-themed masterclass at the Roma Salon, titled “Ukrainian Heritage in Color: A Petrykivka & Pysanka Experience.” Attendees were delighted to explore the beauty of traditional Ukrainian art in a hands-on session with Ukrainian artist Arthur Tselishchev, discovering the colorful world of Petrykivka painting and the intricate symbolism of Pysanka eggs. Guests of honor included H.E. Yuliia Fediv, Ambassador of Ukraine to the Philippines, and Ms. Olena Vaniuhova, Second Secretary for Consular Affairs of the Embassy of Ukraine., who joined the activity to celebrate Ukrainian heritage and creativity.

“Easter at The Manila Hotel was marked by joy, family bonding, and cultural celebration,” said Marvin Kim Tan, The Manila Hotel’s vice president for sales and marketing. “We are proud to host events that bring people, especially families, together, whether through festive activities for children or enriching cultural experience for our guests.”

Everyone is invited to stay tuned for more exciting events, family activities, and special offers from The Manila Hotel in the coming months, promising even more memorable experiences for guests of all ages.

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About The Manila Hotel

The Manila Hotel is located beside kilometer zero (0), where the City of Manila begins and is walking distance from the Philippines’ known landmarks: Rizal Park, Intramuros, and the National Museums. Defined by its history, elegance, and world-class service, The Manila Hotel maintains to be the choice hotel of the most distinguished clientele. Since 1912, The Manila Hotel continuously provides the best services and amenities for a truly memorable experience. It has more than 500 well-appointed rooms and 22 function rooms including three (3) ballrooms. Apart from these, the hotel offers five-star relaxation and wellness experiences with the Manila Hotel Spa, adult and children’s pools, and Manila Hotel Health Club. The hotel is home to the Heritage Museum, a treasure trove of priceless memories that narrate its illustrious past. It also has an Art Gallery which offers a window into a contemporary world, captured through the objective point of view of different artists. It has six (6) dining outlets, each offering a unique culinary adventure: Café Ilang-Ilang which is a favorite spot for its extensive selection of International buffet delights; Champagne Room with its Old European style fine dining and also hailed as the most romantic room in Manila—it features European cuisine in a posh, fine-dining setting; Tap Room, an Old English pub-inspired outlet where one can enjoy an evening of live music; Lobby Lounge which is ideal for casual dining, aperitif, post-dinner nightcaps, or leisure meetings; Red Jade, a fine dining restaurant that serves authentic Chinese cuisine; and Delicatessen that offers the hotel's signature pastries, breads, chocolates, and pralines.

Hotel Contact:

Marvin Kim Tan, Vice President for Sales and Marketing, +63 998 951 1912, k.tan@themanilahotel.com

One Rizal Park, 0913, Manila, Philippines

Your Best Mate is Back: The HUAWEI Mate 80 Pro is Coming to the Philippines This April 17

 

Nearly three years after the last HUAWEI Mate smartphone was introduced globally, the legendary series finally makes its long-awaited return with the HUAWEI Mate 80 Pro. In re-introducing the “Ultimate Technology,” HUAWEI sets new standards in imaging authenticity, durability, performance, and intelligence with the latest addition to the iconic smartphone series.

Your Best Mate is Back

For over a decade, the HUAWEI Mate Series has represented HUAWEI’s boldest technological ambitions. Each generation of the series has introduced defining innovations that set the benchmark for global smartphone excellence. The HUAWEI Mate 10 revolutionized mobile processing as the world’s first smartphone to feature a dedicated AI NPU. With the HUAWEI Mate 20, HUAWEI expanded visual horizons by introducing the world’s first Ultra Wide Angle Camera.

The HUAWEI Mate 30 came with the world’s first AI Gesture Control capability, which allowed users to navigate through the phone without touching it, while the HUAWEI Mate 40 redefined smartphone photography with world’s first Free-Form Lens, minimizing distortion while preserving true-to-life proportions. In 2022, the HUAWEI Mate 50 pushed the possibilities of the mobile experience even further by becoming the world’s first satellite communication smartphone protected by the remarkably tough Kunlun Glass.

Beyond its groundbreaking features, the HUAWEI Mate Series has always stood for HUAWEI’s relentless pursuit of smartphone excellence. The launch of the new HUAWEI Mate 80 Pro promises to continue the series’ legacy of consistently pushing the boundaries of what smartphones can achieve.

Crafted to Inspire with Iconic Design

The HUAWEI Mate Series has been defined by a signature aesthetic of perfect symmetry, which the HUAWEI Mate 80 Pro carries this heritage into a breathtaking new era with the all-new Dual Space Ring Design. These rings are aligned to reveal the infinity symbol, an enduring emblem of the pursuit of exploration and self-transcendence, as well as the courage to push beyond limits and redefine possibilities.

Available in two nature-inspired colors — Gold and Black — the phone is wrapped in a premium, ultra-durable vegan fiber backplate that offers a supremely comfortable grip while keeping the phone elegant and stylish as ever.

Equipped to Outshoot with Industry-Leading Imaging Features

The HUAWEI Mate 80 Pro is a mobile powerhouse designed to elevate the smartphone experience, bringing together industry-leading imaging capabilities and iconic design to set a new standard for mobile photography.

Revolutionizing mobile photography, the HUAWEI Mate 80 Pro introduces an imaging system that essentially puts a professional photography studio in users’ pockets. Its True-to-Colour Camera system improves color reproduction to deliver authentic, professional-grade results in any scenario. The system is anchored to a 50MP Ultra Lighting Main Camera, which captures significantly more light and detail to provide a strong foundation for enhanced color performance, superior low-light capabilities, and brings lifelike textures that make every shot look realistic and gallery-ready.

Photo provided by Unbox Diaries.

The device also has a 48MP Ultra Lighting Telephoto Macro Lens, which supports 4x optical zoom and a minimum focus distance of 5 cm to unlock masterful close-up and long-range shots with stunning clarity.

The all-new AI Composition feature brings professional-grade imaging straight to your pocket. Trained on over 500,000 professional photographic works, the system intelligently analyzes the environment in real time, assessing subjects, leading lines, lighting, and overall visual balance. The viewfinder overlays subtle, intuitive composition hints directly on the screen. It automatically suggests the perfect crop or optimal zoom to help take perfectly balanced, professional-looking framing without the complicated setup.

Built to Outlast with Uncompromising Durability

The HUAWEI Mate 80 Pro is also forged to be reliably durable to handle the chaos that everyday life brings. It introduces a Super Durable Architecture, featuring reinforced structural layers to enhance the phone’s bend resistance. To improve drop resistance and protect the phone’s display, the HUAWEI Mate 80 Pro is engineered with 2nd Gen Kunlun Glass, which boasts a stronger drop resistance than conventional glass panels and reduces the risk of screen damage from accidental drops and impact.

More than elegance and a luxurious grip, the HUAWEI Mate 80 Pro’s vegan fiber design provides outstanding scratch and stain resistance to keep the device looking as pristine as the first day it was unboxed. An IP68 and IP69 water and dust resistance allows the phone to effortlessly withstand the most extreme elements, from water submersion of up to 6 meters and water temperatures of up to 80°C, to high-pressure water jets, and even freezing conditions of as low as -20°C.

Engineered to Outperform with Unbridled Power

The HUAWEI Mate 80 Pro delivers an improved performance with the industry-first SuperCool Dual Phase Change Heat Dissipation System. This ensures that the phone runs smoothly, supporting heavy-duty multitasking and large-scale gameplay without overheating.

Underneath the phone’s premium exterior lies a massive 5750 mAh battery that supports all-day usage and up to 30 hours of video playback on a single charge, keeping users connected, productive, and entertained without interruption. The large battery rapidly recharges through the 100W Wired HUAWEI SuperCharge, which gets the battery up to 51% charged in just 15 minutes, or the 80W Wireless HUAWEI SuperCharge.

The HUAWEI Mate 80 Pro offers a seamless ecosystem through the HUAWEI AppGallery. Workflow remains fluid and uninterrupted with the full Google Workspace apps, including Gmail, Drive, Meet, Docs, Slides, and Sheets. Users can also access apps that let them stay connected such as Youtube and Facebook, or apps that help manage daily life like Angkas, BDO, BPI, or GCash. The HUAWEI Mate 80 Pro guarantees that everything users need to navigate their day is right at their fingertips.

A New Era Begins with the HUAWEI Mate 80 Pro

The return of the HUAWEI Mate Series with the HUAWEI Mate 80 Pro signals the beginning of a new chapter for smartphone innovation. With the HUAWEI Mate 80 Pro, HUAWEI merges innovative technology with robust, purposeful design to deliver a smartphone experience that’s more powerful than ever before.

Get ready to meet your new best mate with the HUAWEI Mate 80 Pro, launching in the Philippines this April 17. The HUAWEI Mate 80 Pro will be priced at PHP 69,999. For a limited time, you can get the HUAWEI Mate 80 Pro at a special promo price of PHP 64,999. You can also enjoy up to an additional PHP 5,000 off when you pay using cards from selected banks. Plus, enjoy a freebie bundle, including a HUAWEI WATCH GT 5 (worth PHP 12,999) and a premium care service (worth PHP 9,999), when you purchase yours early.

Grab exclusive vouchers worth PHP 1,500 on Shopee, Lazada, and TikTok starting April 10. Voucher availability is limited, so get yours fast!

On the HUAWEI Online Store, pay an early deposit of PHP 500, from April 10 to April 17, 12PM to get PHP 3,500 off when you pay your remaining balance by April 17, 12PM to April 30.

To learn more, visit your nearest HUAWEI’s official website or check out HUAWEI’s official social media pages (Facebook | Instagram).

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About HUAWEI Consumer BG

HUAWEI's products and services are available in more than 170 countries and are used by a third of the world's population. Fifteen R&D centers have been set up in the United States, Germany, Sweden, Russia, India and China. HUAWEI Consumer BG is one of HUAWEI's three business units and covers smartphones, PC and tablets, wearables and cloud services, etc. HUAWEI's global network is built on over 30 years of expertise in the telecom industry and is dedicated to delivering the latest technological advances to consumers around the world.

For more information please visit: this page.

LOOK: A Sneak Peek at HONOR’s Game-Changing Robot Phone

Following the recently concluded Mobile World Congress 2026, HONOR Philippines Vice President Stephen Cheng gets his hands on one of today’s most talked-about devices—the HONOR Robot Phone—featuring a built-in gimbal camera engineered for ultra-stable, professional-grade photography and videography.

The Robot Phone blends robotics with smartphone tech in a way that feels seamless and easy to use, giving a glimpse of how HONOR sees the future of smart devices—more intuitive, more interactive, and built around real human needs.

 

It also comes with smart AI features that can track subjects, adjust angles on the fly, and help you capture better shots with less effort. Paired with its robotic design, it creates a more engaging and hands-on experience compared to traditional smartphones.

 

There’s no official word yet when the HONOR Robot Phone will be available in the market, but HONOR says more details are coming soon.

For more exciting announcements, visit HONOR’s website www.hihonor.com, and follow HONOR Philippines on Facebook (Facebook.com/HonorPhilippines), Instagram (Instagram.com/honorph/) and TikTok: (Tiktok.com/@honorphilippines) for exclusive teasers, launch updates, and big reveal.

Boehringer Ingelheim launches community-based kidney health screening efforts

 

• Over 200 healthcare workers, representing 20 barangays undergo training to be kidney health advocates in their communities

• More than 1,500 at risk Filipinos screened for chronic kidney disease

Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) often goes unnoticed until it reaches an advanced stage, when kidney function has already significantly declined. By this point, many patients require dialysis, bringing substantial financial strain and emotional burden to families.

In the Philippines, an estimated 13 million Filipinos or 11.2% population are living with Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD). Currently, 1 out of 3 patients are already in Stages 3–5, where the cost of care can increase up to 11x compared with timely detection and early intervention.

To help address this growing health challenge, Boehringer Ingelheim launched "Iwas Dialysis, Ligtas Kidneys: Get CheCKD Habang Maaga Pa!," an initiative aimed at improving early detection and increasing kidney health awareness at the community level. The program officially kicked off with a pilot run in District 1, Quezon City, followed by a city-wide rollout in Antipolo City.

Iwas Dialysis, Ligtas Kidneys: Get CheCKD Habang Maaga Pa! falls under Boehringer Ingelheim’s Sustainable Development for Generations (SD4G) commitment to improve health equity and outcomes for 50 million people in underserved communities worldwide. By working directly with barangay health centers, the program ensures that kidney health services such as screening and education are accessible to all residents.

“Our SD4G commitment guides us to work where the needs are greatest,” shared Dr. Bin Wang, General Manger, Boehringer Ingelheim (Philippines), Inc. “By partnering with barangay health centers and equipping community health workers, we help bring essential kidney health services closer to families who may otherwise have limited access. Early detection can make a real difference in people’s lives, and we are proud to support these efforts.”

Key program components include kidney health screenings, community education sessions, and practical guidance to help residents better understand their health and reduce long-term risks. Patients with abnormal screening results are guided towards timely referrals to appropriate healthcare facilities. To date, more than 1,500 Filipinos have received kidney health screening through the initiative.

“Symptoms such as fatigue, nausea, or skin irritation are often overlooked or mistaken for minor concerns,” shared Dr. Greta Cortez, Head of Medicine at Boehringer Ingelheim (Philippines), Inc. “As a result, many patients only receive a diagnosis during an emergency or when managing conditions. Early screening, especially with individuals with diabetes or hypertension, allows us to intervene and help prevent progression to end-stage renal disease.”

"When one family member has Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD), the entire family suffers emotionally and financially. We want to break that cycle. By bringing kidney health screenings directly to our barangays, we are giving our parents and grandparents a chance to stay healthy and present for their loved ones. Alagaan natin ang ating mga bato, para sa kinabukasan ng ating pamilya (Let’s take care of our kidneys to safeguard our family’s future),” urged Antipolo City Mayor Casimiro “Jun” A. Ynares III, M.D.

A central element of the program is the empowerment of Barangay Health Workers (BHWs). Through targeted training, BHWs are given training and tools that empower them to become community kidney health advocates. BHWs are equipped to perform initial health assessments, master effective patient communication, and assist in conducting urine albumin-to-creatinine ratio (uACR) tests. The program has trained over 200 healthcare providers (doctors and barangay health workers), representing 20 barangays.

Albumin, a specific type of protein, in the urine is an important early indicator of kidney damage. With portable and user-friendly technology, BHWs support nurses in conducting uACR tests that deliver quick results and enable earlier identification of at-risk individuals – often before symptoms appear.

While diabetes and hypertension remain the leading causes of CKD, additional factors such as age, smoking, obesity, and family history also increase risk. Lifestyle habits, particularly high-sugar and high-sodium diets, chronic stress, and physical inactivity, further contribute to the disease burden.

“Early detection is life-saving. We welcome efforts that strengthen early kidney screening and raise awareness across our barangays about the importance of renal health," stated Quezon City Councilor Dorothy Delarmente. "With the support of our health partners and dedicated barangay officials, more residents will now have access to free check-ups, proper medical knowledge, and essential services.”

For more information on Chronic Kidney Disease, please visit ItStartsWithYou.com.ph.

Promotes Safer Digital Spaces for Youth in North Luzon Amid Growing Online Threats

  

North Luzon students engage in Globe’s Digital Thumbprint Program workshops, learning practical strategies to stay safe and responsible online during Safer Internet Month.

As young Filipinos spend more time online for school, communication, and daily activities, the need for stronger digital safety awareness continues to grow. In 2024, the Cybercrime Investigation and Coordinating Center logged 10,004 cybercrime complaints, more than triple the previous year, while reported financial losses from online scams reached nearly ₱198 million, underscoring the growing scale of digital threats affecting Filipino internet users.

Supporting the nationwide observance of Safer Internet Month, Globe strengthened its digital citizenship advocacy by bringing its Digital Thumbprint Program (DTP) to schools across North Luzon. The initiative aligns with the campaign led by the Department of Justice through the National Coordination Center Against OSAEC and CSAEM under the theme “Ako, Ikaw, Tayo: Konektado at Protektado Laban sa OSAEC at CSAEM.”

Globe’s Digital Thumbprint Program gives students practical tools to manage their digital footprints, safeguard personal information, and make responsible choices online. The program also raises awareness of serious risks, including child sexual exploitation and abuse (OSAEC) and child sexual abuse material (CSAEM), helping students recognize risky behaviors like grooming or catfishing. It further addresses pressing online threats such as scams and misleading content that often target young users.

Nearly 1,000 students participated in the sessions held at Wesleyan University of the Philippines, Echague National High School, Cagayan State University, and Cagayan National High School. Through guided discussions and interactive learning activities facilitated by Globe employee-trained ambassadors, participants explored ways to identify online risks and contribute to safer digital environments in their communities.

The urgency of digital education is reinforced by broader fraud data. In 2024, 74 percent of Filipinos experienced fraud attempts through email, online platforms, phone calls, or text messages, while the country posted a 13.4 percent suspected digital fraud rate, well above the global average.

“At Globe, we believe that sustainability includes creating a safe and secure digital environment for every Filipino. Through our support for Safer Internet Month and our Digital Thumbprint Program, we continue to empower students with the knowledge and values they need to navigate the online world responsibly. As digital risks grow, from exploitation to scams, safeguarding the digital space is a shared responsibility. Together, we can create a more protected and inclusive online community,” said Yoly Crisanto.

Globe continues to collaborate with schools, communities, and government institutions to ensure that digital access is paired with awareness, responsibility, and protection, helping Filipino youth thrive safely online.

For more information about Globe, visit www.globe.com.ph.

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ABOUT GLOBE

Globe Telecom, Inc. is a leading digital platform in the Philippines with interests in telecommunications, fintech, venture building, shared services, and digital marketing. It is listed on the Philippine Stock Exchange under the symbol GLO. The company delivers a full suite of mobile, broadband, data, and managed services to meet the needs of consumers and businesses. A UN Global Compact Participant, Globe is the first publicly listed Philippine firm with approved near- and long-term science-based targets under the SBTi. It was named one of TIME and Statista's Most Sustainable Companies in 2025. Its back-to-back inclusion in the Fortune Southeast Asia 500 in 2024 and 2025 affirms its growth and leadership. Its principals are Ayala Corporation and Singtel, prominent industry leaders in the region.

Sun Life Foundation and WWF Philippines scale up food security and climate resilience program in Surigao del Norte

  

Sun Life Financial-Philippines Foundation, Inc. (Sun Life Foundation), in partnership with World Wide Fund for Nature-Philippines, recently launched a Food Shed Farming Enterprise project in Surigao del Norte, bolstering efforts to promote food security and climate resilience in the province.

 

The project will build four new food sheds in Barangay Julio Ouano, Pungtod, Ombong, and San Pedro in Alegria, benefiting 120 rice farmers and 600 residents. The sheds, which are constructed using sustainable materials, utilize highly replicable climate-adaptive farming technologies like composting, rainwater harvesting, and natural pest and disease control to produce food. The aim is to improve access to locally produced, affordable, and nutritious food in remote and low-income communities, provide sustainable agriculture-based livelihoods, and enhance resilience against challenges posed by climate change.

 

The project also features capacity-development activities aimed at enhancing financial wellness, including access to basic financial literacy and the formation of savings and loans groups.

 

This initiative marks the latest chapter in the collaboration between Sun Life Foundation and WWF-Philippines, which previously built five food sheds in Del Carmen, Surigao del Norte. The collaboration also constructed nine sheds in Sto. Domingo in Albay, Manjuyod in Negros Oriental, and Burgos in Surigao del Norte, through additional funding from Sun Life’s global headquarters.

 

“We are proud to expand our partnership with WWF-Philippines in bringing sustainable food solutions to more communities across the Philippines,” said Joy Castillo, President of Sun Life Foundation. “This new project demonstrates our shared commitment not only to building healthier and more climate-resilient communities but also to promoting environmental sustainability.”

 

“This collaboration goes beyond building food sheds: it is about enabling communities to take control of their food systems in a way that is sustainable and climate-resilient,” said Chrisma Salao, WWF-Philippines Director for Conservation Programs. “By equipping farmers with the right tools, knowledge, and support, we are helping ensure that even the most remote communities have access to affordable and nutritious food while strengthening their capacity to face climate impacts.”

 

As the philanthropic arm of Sun Life Philippines, the country’s first and longest-standing life insurance company, Sun Life Foundation is committed to building a brighter future for Filipinos through education, health, and environment programs.

Innovation and Communications Experts Lead Gawad Alunig x Dalumat’s Panel of Judges

 

DOST-TAPI taps advertising experts and photographers for the contest’s fourth edition

Ilonggo innovation strategist and businessman Ken Lerona and National Fisheries Research and Development Institute (NFRDI) Education Section Chief Rita Dela Cruz led the panel of judges for the fourth edition of the Gawad Alunig x Dalumat (GAxD) campaign. Organized by the Technology Application and Promotion Institute under the Department of Science and Technology (DOST-TAPI), the GAxD campaign awards science visual storytelling through creative advertising.

Development and Innovation Experts for Gawad Alunig

Ken Lerona, founder of Visayas-based consulting firm, Cornelius Magnate Engagement & Consulting, led the Gawad Alunig panel of judges. He’s an experienced marketing leader and seasoned communication executive. His vast experience in innovation gave him a special eye for identifying what makes a short-form video advertisement truly remarkable.

He was joined by Museo Pambata consultant Katrina Angela May Mallillin, a creative industry leader with over a decade of experience in design, education, and entrepreneurship. Development communication professional John Gabriel Almera also lent his expertise. He’s a development communication professional specializing in strategic communication and knowledge management.

Another member of the panel was Celso C. Santiago Jr., a Communications Consultant at Vital Strategies, a lecturer at Ateneo de Manila University, and a former PCOO Assistant Secretary with leadership roles across several sectors.

​​Completing the Gawad Alunig panel of judges was Vonn Vincent Tanchuan, a Social and Behavior Change Communication expert and media strategist. He has led over 40 campaigns on plastic pollution, the circular economy, tobacco control, and youth engagement in partnership with organizations such as the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP).

Science Communications Giants for Gawad Dalumat

Leading the panel as Gawad Dalumat Head Judge was Rita Dela Cruz, the National Fisheries Research and Development Institute’s (NFRDI) Education Section Chief and Assistant Division Chief of its Training Division. She is a multi-awardee with an extensive background in communication and photography.

Joining her was Christine Ingrid Espinosa, a Chevening alumna and a multimedia science communicator who brings clarity and creativity to complex ideas. The panel also included Grace David, founder and general manager of Waymaker, whose work has helped young people navigate education and career pathways.

Another member of the panel was Mel Patrick Kasingsing, founder of Kanto.ph, Brutalist Pilipinas, and Modernist Pilipinas. He is an art director, photographer, writer, and heritage advocate. Completing the panel of judges for Gawad Alunig was Gian Nealega, a Creative Director at Dentsu Creative Philippines, bringing industry perspective and creative leadership to the panel.

Determining the Best Creative Advertisements

The 2025 edition of Gawad Alunig x Dalumat campaign focused on science visual storytelling through creative advertising. The Gawad Alunig and Dalumat shortlists were announced on the DOST-TAPI Facebook page.

The Gawad Alunig entries were judged based on the following criteria:

• Concept and Message: 35%

• Creativity and Originality: 30%

• Advertising appeal: 25%

• Audience engagement: 10%

Meanwhile, Gawad Dalumat entries were evaluated based on the following criteria:

• Storytelling, Cohesion, and Narrative Flow: 30%

• Visual Impact: 25%

• Brand/Product Communication: 20%

• Technical Excellence: 15%

• Audience Engagement: 10%

Each member of the panel of judges agreed to take part in the GAxD as an individual, driven by the campaign’s alignment with their personal advocacies and ongoing initiatives. Their participation was made in their personal capacity and does not represent the organizations or institutions with which they are currently affiliated.

The GAxD campaign has been a platform for Filipinos to use their creative storytelling and leverage shareable and engaging content to propel Filipino technologies to the national stage. It also provided and will continue to provide an opportunity for DOST-TAPI to extend support to innovations featured in selected GAxD entries.

Before the announcement of the grand finalists, all entries submitted to DOST-TAPI underwent verification and quality checks. Only shortlisted entries were then forwarded to the panel of judges for evaluation. The judges’ scores, combined with those of DOST-TAPI management, determined the final rankings, culminating in the announcement of winners during the agency’s 39th anniversary celebration on January 30.

The 2025 GAxD campaign would not be possible without the help of industry storytellers and communicators. As an institution that encourages innovation, TAPI continues to welcome collaboration with industry experts to help hone aspiring creatives’ skills while promoting homegrown ingenuity.

For more information about the GAxD campaign, please visit the DOST-TAPI website (TAPI.DOST.gov.ph) and follow the DOST-TAPI Facebook page.

The Department of Science and Technology - Technology Application and Promotion Institute (DOST-TAPI) is among the DOST’s service agencies tasked to promote technology commercialization and innovation support services, created under the Executive Order No.128 on 30 January 1987.

For more information about DOST-TAPI’s programs and services, you may email info@tapi.dost.gov.ph, call (02) 8582 1450 loc. 2167, or visit the official DOST-TAPI Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/DOST.TAPI.