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UN says relations with PH gov't improved, dialogues 'more predictable' due to common goal

Ched Rick Gatchalian

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<div><span class="fr-img-caption fr-fic fr-dib" style="width:960px"><span class="fr-img-wrap"><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1727780414638461792931_845986481022917_5027207590204730852_n.jpg" style="width:960px" class="fr-fic fr-dib" alt="United Nations in the Philippines representatives briefing the media on humanitarian works update and UN month activities. Photo by Ched Gatchalian, ABS-CBN News"/><span class="fr-inner" spellcheck="false" style="text-align:left">United Nations in the Philippines representatives briefing the media on humanitarian works update and UN month activities. <em>Photo by Ched Gatchalian, ABS-CBN News</em></span></span></span>MANILA — The United Nations on Tuesday said its relations with the Philippines improved under Ferdinand Marcos Jr.&#x27;s administration but added that there are still challenges that must be resolved.</div><p>&quot;The dialogue and coordination with the government is happening in a more predictable manner — which is great because it means we have a common agenda. We know where we have to be,&quot; said UN Philippines Resident Coordinator Gustavo Gonzalez.</p><p>He said their work became easier with improved access to policymakers.</p><p>&quot;The accessibility of the United Nations to decision-makers here is remarkable. Every time we would need to get to the highest level of decision-makers, let&#x27;s say it&#x27;s very easy,&quot; he added.</p><p>However, UN&#x27;s Senior Human Rights Advisor Signe Poulsen underscored that there are still many challenges left to resolve in the Philippines, especially in terms of human rights violations. She said that the nation has a &quot;longstanding history of human rights [abuses]&quot; especially against activists and the media, may it be in terms of physical safety or legal battles.</p><p>Aside from political conflicts, Poulsen shared that economic and educational problems must also be tackled. She said no Filipino has to be left behind in terms of quality education, just labor practice, and livable salary.</p><p>The UN month kicks off on Tuesday with the ceremonial lighting of the globe at the SM Mall of Asia in Pasay City. It will be followed by various events throughout October like workshops, workers’ initiatives, forums, caravans, and commemorations that underline the situation and rights of marginalized sectors.</p><div><a href="https://news.abs-cbn.com/news/2024/9/29/ph-campaigns-for-seat-in-un-security-council-seeks-reforms-revitalization-1608">PH campaigns for seat in UN Security Council, seeks &#x27;reforms, revitalization&#x27; of international panel</a></div><div><a href="https://news.abs-cbn.com/news/2024/1/30/marcos-thanks-vietnam-for-vow-to-back-ph-s-un-security-council-bid-1605">Marcos Jr. thanks Vietnam for vow to back PH’s UN Security Council bid</a></div>

<p>The UN said its relations with the Philippines improved under Ferdinand Marcos Jr.'s administration.</p>

The UN said its relations with the Philippines improved under Ferdinand Marcos Jr.'s administration.

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UN official says relations with PH improved under Marcos

Ched Rick Gatchalian,

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Published October 01, 2024 08:28 PM PHT

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Updated October 01, 2024 11:28 PM PHT

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