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Republic of the Philippines NATIONAL COMMISSION FOR CULTURE AND THE ARTS As the United Architects of the Philippines (UAP) holds its 38th National Convention on the theme “Landmarks, Leadership, & Legacy,” the National Commission for Culture and the Arts (NCCA), being the foremost government arm dedicated to the promotion and development of arts and culture in the country, extends our warmest felicitations to all the members and delegates to this truly notable gathering. Architecture and its allied arts, being one of the seven arts promoted all throughout the celebration of the Philippine Arts Festival (PAF) spearheaded by the NCCA every February, are underscored through the programs and activities of the commission. We are grateful that the 38th UAP National Convention will continue to empower our Filipino architects in continually shaping and reshaping our societies, our mindset, and the whole nation in general. On the 25th year of the NCCA, we hope to instill in everyone that the “Filipino culture is the wellspring of national and global well-being.” On this, we believe that the UAP will continue to be a partner of the NCCA in achieving this vision. Thus, on behalf of the NCCA, we hope for the continued success of the UAP and its membership, and wishes everyone a fruitful participation to this truly remarkable undertaking. Mabuhay po kayong lahat!!! Prof. Felipe M. de Leon, Jr. NCCA Chairman 7