DOST secretary banners PH efforts in providing solutions

DEPARTMENT of Science and Technology (DOST) Secretary Renato Solidum Jr. led the Philippine Delegation at the United Nations Multi-stakeholder Forum on Science, Technology, and Innovation (STI) for the Sustainable Development Goals at the UN Headquarters in New York on May 7-8, 2025.

TECHNOLOGY ADVANCEMENT Department of Science and Technology Secretary Renato Solidum Jr. delivers the Philippine Statement at the STI Forum thematic session on making artificial intelligence accessible, inclusive and beneficial for all. PHOTO FROM DOST

At the forum's ministerial session entitled "Harnessing science and technology for the effective delivery of sustainable, resilient, and innovative solutions," Solidum showcased the Philippines' efforts in utilizing STI to bring solutions both locally and in the international community with partner developing countries.

DOST's technical assistance through the delivery of science and technology intervention packages, including livelihood programs to local communities through the DOST Community Empowerment through S&T Program and technological support to micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs) through the DOST Small Enterprise Technology Upgrading Program, were also featured in the Philippine Statement.

The S&T Secretary further highlighted the contributions of the DOST and the Technical Cooperation Council of the Philippines in promoting South-South cooperation.

Solidum enumerated the DOST's various projects, such as the development of artificial intelligence (AI) hubs to democratize the use of AI for the use of the academe, industry and MSMEs, and the establishment of the geospatial analytics and data solutions platform.