MANILA, Philippines – The Climate Change Commission (CCC), led by Executive Director Robert E.A. Borje, met with Australia’s Regional Climate Counsellor Ashley Brosnan to strengthen collaboration on climate action. The meeting, initiated through the Embassy of Australia, forms part of ongoing efforts to further enhance bilateral cooperation on shared climate priorities.

The discussions focused on aligning priorities ahead of the 30th Conference of the Parties (COP30) to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC), as well as ongoing preparations for the Philippines’ updating of its Nationally Determined Contribution (NDC).

“We’re ready to support each other wherever needed,” said Borje. “This meeting is an opportunity to strengthen our collaboration and push forward shared priorities in the climate agenda.”

The two sides explored cooperation in several key areas, including NDC enhancement, implementation of Article 6 of the Paris Agreement, just transition strategies, and low-carbon development pathways. Both parties also emphasized the importance of technical exchanges and sustained coordination among government agencies, civil society organizations, and subject matter experts.

“We’ve been able to narrow down the agenda to better understand which sectors are key—whether energy, transportation, or agriculture,” Borje added. “We’re moving forward with support from development partners like the Australian Government and the Asian Development Bank (ADB), and we’re making sure resources are being optimized.”

Also present in the meeting were Peter Adams, Acting Deputy Head on Mission, and Sarah Spencer, First Secretary, Development Counsellor at the Australian Embassy in the Philippines.

This engagement reflects the CCC’s continuing commitment to advancing international cooperation in support of the country’s climate resilience and sustainable development agenda.