SGV Sustainability Leader Benjamin N. Villacorte participated as a plenary speaker during Day 2 of the ASEAN Science Diplomats Assembly’s (ASDA) 10th Founding Anniversary held at the Acacia Hotel in Alabang, Muntinlupa City on 19 May 2026.
Benjie speaks at the ASEAN Science Diplomats Assembly
The assembly brought together ASEAN Science Diplomats, policymakers, academics, researchers, and industry leaders to celebrate a decade of advancing science diplomacy across Southeast Asia under the theme, “A Decade of Science Diplomacy: Bridging Divides, Inspiring Lives.”
Benjie joins industry leaders in the plenary session
Benjie joined the plenary session on Science Diplomacy in Resiliency and Sustainability, contributing to Pillar 3: Finance, Digital Innovation, and Frontier Resilience Diplomacy. He delivered a presentation on Banking and Sustainability Finance Diplomacy, highlighting the role of sustainable finance in supporting resilient economies, accelerating sustainable development, and fostering responsible business practices across the ASEAN region.
Benjie at the ASDA event
The Pillar 3 discussion explored how finance, technology, and innovation can help address emerging challenges and strengthen regional resilience. Benjie joined fellow experts from the legal, cybersecurity, and space science sectors in sharing insights on advancing cooperation and sustainability through their respective fields.
(From left to right) Benjie with Mrs. Corazon de la Paz-Bernardo, Dr. Jesus Estanislao, Hon. Amina Rasul-Bernardo, and Sci. Dpl. Glenn Banaguas
Organized as part of ASDA’s 10th Founding Anniversary celebration, the assembly served as a platform for dialogue, knowledge-sharing, and collaboration among leaders committed to leveraging science diplomacy to address regional and global challenges.
