Held with the support of the Embassy of the Republic of the Philippines in the State of Qatar, the two-day event saw the participation of almost 200 Filipino engineers from Qatar, UAE, Saudi Arabia, Oman, Bahrain, and Kuwait.

The event featured a technical conference, which carried the theme “Engineering Solutions for a Sustainable World.” 

The program also included the conferment of new APEC and ASEAN engineers.


In her keynote address, Ambassador Lillibeth V. Pono underscored the relevance of the conference, noting that “engineering solutions are most crucial in order to ensure that our planet is protected and preserved, while achieving social progress and development.” 

Ambassador Pono also recognized the role of Filipino engineers the world over, as well as their contributions to the development of the societies where they live. 

“Wherever they are, Filipino engineers contribute to the vision of Bagong Pilipinas through their commitment to innovation, inclusive growth, and sustainable development,” she said.