For the 32nd Annual Scientific Meeting (ASM) held on 14-15 July 2010 and the 2010 Regional Scientific Meetings (RSM), the National Academy of Science and Technology Philippines (NAST PHL) chose the theme “MDGs and Beyond: Are We Making Progress?” The meeting focused on reviewing the country’s progress toward the Millennium Development Goals (MDGs) across various sectors, with the Academy’s members leading discussions on seven of the eight MDGs. Through roundtable discussions and plenary presentations, experts addressed key issues such as poverty, education, gender equality, health, environmental sustainability, and more. These discussions culminated in a set of policy recommendations and insights on how the Philippines can continue striving towards these crucial goals.
About the TRANSACTIONS NAST PHL
About the National Academy of Science and Technology PHL
Table of Contents
Keynote Address
- MDGs and Beyond: Are We Making Progress?Jaime Galvez-Tan, M.D.
Plenary Papers
- MDG VII: Environmental SustainabilityAcd. Angel C. Alcala, Ph.D. and Acd. Rhodora V. Azanza, Ph.D.
- MDG VI: Reduction of Cases of TB, Malaria and HIVAcd. Jaime C. Montoya, Ph.D.
- Health MDGs: The Key to Achieving Universal Health CareAlberto Romualdez, M.D.
- MDG Goal III: Promote Gender Equality and Empower Women: An Assessment of Gains and Remaining ChallengesCarolyn I. Sobritchea, Ph.D.
- Universal Primary Education in the Philippines by 2015: An Impossible DreamMaria Cynthia Rose Banzon Bautista, Ph.D.
- MDG I: Setting the Scores Right and Achieving the TargetsAcd. Arsenio M. Balisacan, Ph.D.
- MDGs, Economic Performance and Governance: A Broader PerspectiveAcd. Raul V. Fabella, Ph.D.
- Population Growth and its Implications on the Realization of the MDGsNimfa B. Ogena, Ph.D.