Members of the House of Representatives of Japan visit the Philippines

From 26 to 29 August 2025, members of the House of Representatives of Japan visited the Philippines to observe the activities of the Organization for Industrial, Spiritual and Cultural Advancement International (OISCA). The delegation includes members of the House of Representatives Mr. TANI Koichi, Mr. INOUE Shinji, and Mr. SETO Takakazu, all of whom are part of the Association of Japanese Diet Members Supporting OISCA. 
On 27 August, the delegation observed the activities of the OISCA Abra Agro-Forestry and Industrial Training Center located in Dolores, Abra. The delegates engaged in discussions with center stakeholders and visited a local school participating in the Children’s Forest Program, where they took part in a commemorative tree planting ceremony and interacted with children involved in environmental education activities.
On 28 August, the delegation visited a community forest activity site. They also had courtesy calls on the Governor of Abra, Eustaquio "Takit" P. Bersamin, and on the Vice Governor of Ilocos Sur, Ryan Luis V. Singson. On August 29, the members held a meeting with the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) Secretary Raphael P.M. Lotilla in Manila.

OISCA International is a non-governmental organization (NGO) headquartered in Japan, with chapters worldwide. Since the launch of its activities in the Philippines, the organization has expanded its programs nationwide, focusing on capacity building, rural development, environmental restoration, and the Children’s Forest Program. Over the years, the Government of Japan has also supported numerous OISCA projects, particularly in the field of sericulture. Through these efforts, OISCA continues to contribute to agricultural development, community empowerment, and environmental protection in the Philippines.