President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. began his working visit to New York City on Sunday, with a series of engagements lined up at the United Nations and meetings aimed at strengthening diplomatic and economic ties.

In a press briefing, Presidential Communications Office Undersecretary and Palace Press Officer Claire Castro said the aircraft carrying the President, along with Louise Araneta-Marcos and the Philippine delegation, arrived at 2:45 p.m. local time.

Upon arrival, the President and the First Lady were welcomed by Jose Manuel Romualdez, Philippine Ambassador to the United States, and Enrique Manalo, the Philippines’ Permanent Representative to the United Nations.

During the visit, Marcos is scheduled to participate in key activities at the UN, including delivering a speech at the 70th Session of the Commission on the Status of Women on Monday.

The President is expected to highlight the crucial role of women in peacebuilding and sustainable development.

Following the session, Marcos will hold a bilateral meeting with António Guterres, Secretary-General of the United Nations, accompanied by select members of his Cabinet.

The President will also attend several business engagements in New York to promote investment opportunities in the Philippines and deepen economic partnerships with international stakeholders.

Castro said Marcos is scheduled to participate in additional activities during the visit before returning to Manila.