The Manila Forum
The Government Experience Exchange Forum in Manila was attended by senior Philippine officials, including Amenah Pangandaman, Secretary of the Department of Budget and Management; Henry R. Aguda, Secretary of the Department of Information and Communications Technology; Rosemarie Edillon, Undersecretary at the National Economic and Development Authority; and Michael Aguinaldo, Chairperson of the Philippine Competition Commission.
From the UAE, senior officials from the Prime Minister’s Office joined the sessions, including Mohammed Al Taher, Director of Strategy and Policy; Fahad AlSuwaidi, Advisor on Government Performance; and Amer Abdulraouf, Executive Director of Special Projects at the Dubai Future Foundation.
A new phase of cooperation: Lootah
Abdulla Nasser Lootah described the Forum as a milestone in bilateral ties. “It provides an opportunity to enrich practices, explore modernisation models, and exchange innovative solutions that advance government work and shape a prosperous future,” he said.
He stressed the need to keep pace with global shifts, adding that continuous dialogue ensures sustainable government performance and long-term positive change.
