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message 27-30 April 2011 | SMX Convention Center, Pasay City Benigno S. Aquino, III President Share: Status Photo Link Video My warmest greetings to the United Architects of the Philippines, the Integrated Accredited Professional Organization of Architects (UAP-IAPOA) as you hold the 37th National Convention. I commend our nation’s leading architects for organizing this convention, for the wisdom you glean by educating yourselves in the recent developments in design and architectural practices shall allow you to stand firmly at the forefront of your profession. Over the years, your sector has been a vital contributor to nation-building. I trust that you shall take this opportunity to develop your field to its fullest potential, as well as to promote and expand the linkages necessary to ensure a dynamic industry. To the delegates: may you continue to pursue your vocation with vigor, and may you be mindful of your duty to preserve our cultural heritage, to look toward the future, and above all, to serve the citizenry to your utmost ability. As we bear witness to the beginnings of a better future for the Philippines, now is the time to summon the spirit of Bayanihan. We shall remain united and be each other’s strength. Already our government has begun enacting the reforms crucial to our noble objectives, and our country has been flourishing under the daylight of transparency, accountability, and integrity. We urge you to stay with u 2