MESSAGES
Yolanda Y. reyes,
fuap, piep, hfaia,
apec ar., asean ar., likha awardee
Professional Regulation Commission
Commissioner
It is with great pleasure that I congratulate the officers and members of the United Architects of the Philippines
(UAP) as they celebrate their 41st Annual Convention and Business Meeting.
As with the previous conventions that precedes it, this convention will again provide the ideal venue to
showcase the work ethic, excellence and dedication of the Filipino architects who have changed the landscape
of our country and have helped build our thriving industries and economy.
The theme of ‘Empowering Architects Toward ASEAN Integration” aligns with the Filipino professionals’ march
towards globalization with the forthcoming integration of the Philippines into the ASEAN Economic Community
in 2015. Architecture is one of the first professions to be covered by a Mutual Recognition Agreement between
the Philippines and ASEAN. This MRA opens avenues for the recognition of Filipino architect s in the region. You
will enjoy the opportunity to benefit from the cross-border mobility of services among the ASEAN member states.
The Commission welcomes the choice of this theme as indicative of the UAP’s acceptance of this challenge to
their competitiveness in this “local to global” setting. With the prestige our architects have earned by virtue of their
work, craftsmanship, and successful careers, the UAP as the Integrated and Accredited Professional Organization
for Architecture Profession, can serve as models and Partners of the Professional Regulation Commission in our
initiatives to assert the global competitiveness of Filipino architects.
As a proud member of the profession, I wish the United Architects of the Philippines continued success in its
leadership and all its worthwhile endeavors on behalf of Filipino Architects.
Mabuhay member of the profession, I wish the United Architects of the Philippines continued success in its
leadership and all its worthwhile endeavors on behalf of Filipino Architects.
Mabuhay ang Arkitektong Pilipino
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