Makati Mayor and senatorial aspirant Abby Binay visited five sister cities and municipalities in Ilocos Sur and Ilocos Norte, emphasizing the need for stronger local government units (LGUs) to improve education, healthcare, and disaster preparedness.

Binay was welcomed by local officials and residents during her visit to Vigan, Caoayan, and Cabugao in Ilocos Sur, as well as Batac and Bacarra in Ilocos Norte.

“I am so happy to visit the sister-localities of Makati here in the Ilocos Region. It gave me the chance to see how they are doing and listen to the plans and challenges faced by their leaders,” Mayor Binay said.

She stressed the importance of LGU collaboration, urging local governments to share best practices and technical expertise to enhance their capacity in delivering essential services.

“Local government units should close ranks and share best practices and technical expetise to become stronger and more capable of implementing better programs for education, health, and disaster preparedness,” Binay added.

Makati has provided financial aid to disaster-affected areas, including Vigan, Caoayan, and Batac, as part of its commitment to supporting sister cities in times of need.