Manila, Philippines \u2013 October 1, 2025. The Publishers Association of the Philippines, Inc. (PAPI) officially held the oath-taking ceremony of its newly elected officers at the Supreme Court Session Hall, highlighting the strong collaboration between the judiciary and the press in advancing truth, accountability, and democracy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The oath was administered by Acting Chief Justice Marvic Mario Victor F. Leonen, who underscored the crucial role of responsible journalism in safeguarding democratic institutions and ensuring that the people\u2019s voices are faithfully represented through ethical reporting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Also present was Supreme Court administrator, Hon. Maria Theresa Dolores C. Gomez-Estoesta who lauded the organization for its continuing efforts in promoting transparency and good governance through independent journalism.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The ceremony was further honored by the presence of distinguished guests, including renowned inventors Dr. Richard Nixon Gomez and Mr. Ronald Pagsanghan, along with Dra. Lily Lim, Business Mirror, Mon Albar witnessed and expressed their support for PAPI\u2019s mission to uphold press freedom and integrity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Appointed Chairman \/ Director for Media Affairs<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Mr. Nelson Santos<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Newly Elected PAPI Officers<\/p>\n\n\n\n
President \u2013 Rebecca \u201cBeck\u201d Madeja-Vel\u00e1squez<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Executive Vice President \u2013 Ian Israel Junio<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Vice President for Luzon \u2013 Alma Ochotorena<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Vice President-Visayas \u2013 Giecel Toriano-Albar<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Vice President-Mindanao \u2013 Anila Anne Acosta<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Secretary \u2013 Reyland Lopez<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Treasurer \u2013 Leonida Cardona<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Auditor \u2013 May Ann Reyla<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Board of Directors<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Luzon \u2013 Dina Diaz<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Luzon – Eduardo Cardona<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Mindanao \u2013 Elpedio Bermas Soriano Jr.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Mindanao \u2013 Joseph Denmarc Avila III<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The newly installed officers pledged to continue uniting publishers nationwide in advancing professional standards, ethical media practice, and innovative approaches to journalism.<\/p>\n\n\n\n