📋 Tender Overview
The Presidential Communications Office (PCO) on Saturday has called on state media practitioners to strengthen their role in risk and crisis communications, especially amid the increasing frequency of typhoons and other natural calamities. In a welcome remarks delivered by Assistant Secretary Julius N. Leonen on behalf of Press Secretary Cesar B. Chavez, the PCO highlighted the importance of accurate and timely information in building public trust and empowering communities. , Leonen said. It can be recalled that in less than a month, starting October 21, the Philippines has experienced six tropical cyclones, beginning with Kristine (Trami) and Leon (Kong-rey); followed in November by Marce (international name Yinxing), Nika (Toraji), Ofel (Usagi) and Pepito (Man-yi). In response, the PCO has organized a workshop titled at the Philippine International Convention Center in Pasay City, to equip state journalists with the necessary skills and knowledge to report on disasters effectively. The workshop will feature discussions on weather systems, climate change, and disaster response, led by experts from government agencies such as DOST-PAGASA, Department of the Interior and Local Government, Philippine Navy, and Office of Civil Defense. , Leonen added.
