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Biena Magbitang

Biena Magbitang

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Head of Digital, ABS-CBN News

Quezon City

Biography

Biena Magbitang is an award-winning journalist from Philippines, with extensive experience in reporting on climate change, energy policies, and foreign relations in Southeast Asia. She currently serves as the Asia Regional Director for Climate Tracker, where she mentors journalists, reports on high-level summits, and moderates roundtable discussions. She has received numerous accolades for her exceptional work, including a silver and bronze medal in the New York Festivals Awards. She is a member of the International Press Institute and the International News Media Association.

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Foreign Affairs, Business Politics,Climate Energy

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Total articles 19

  • DOE: More Filipino voters see energy security, renewables as key election issues

    By Biena Magbitang| insiderph.com@ Energy Secretary Raphael Lotilla said the findings, from a recent Social Weather Stations (SWS) survey, reflect growing public awareness of energy issues as a political concern. “Even if the results are anecdotal, that is good news,” Lotilla said at the Berlin Energy Transition Dialogue. “It means more people are conscious about the issues confronting our energy sector and the need to think long term.”With the elections just two months away, energy reliability has taken center stage.

    By Biena Magbitang · insiderph.com

    Mar. 24, 2025

  • Philippines rejoins global energy club, courts investors in Berlin summit

    By Biena Magbitang| insiderph.com@ In an exclusive interview at the Berlin Energy Transition Dialogue (BETD), Energy Secretary Raphael Lotilla said the Marcos administration is reviving international partnerships that had stalled in recent years and working to turn domestic renewable energy goals into bankable projects. “We’re here to meet with a number of investors that have expressed interest in investing in the Philippines,” Lotilla said.

    By Biena Magbitang · insiderph.com

    Mar. 23, 2025

  • COP28: Philippines gears up for climate summit

    By Biena Magbitang| ABS-CBN News Verified MANILA — The air is charged with anticipation as the Philippines gears up for the crucial COP28 meeting in Dubai this week. This year brings a series of milestones marked by the participation of President Ferdinand "Bongbong" Marcos Jr. in the World Climate Action Summit and the debut of a dedicated Philippine pavilion. ​​Advocates are calling on Marcos to push for decisive and urgent action, emphasizing the need for holding polluters accountable for their role in the climate crisis.

    By Biena Magbitang · ABS-CBN News

    Nov. 27, 2023

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ABS-CBN News

ABS-CBN Corporation is one of the largest media and entertainment companies in the Philippines, founded in 1946. Originally established as Bolinao Electronics Corporation, it became ABS-CBN Broadcasting Corporation in 1967 after a merger. The company is headquartered in Quezon City and is a subsidiary of Lopez Holdings Corporation. ABS-CBN offers a diverse range of services across various media platforms. It operates television channels and radio stations, provides cable channels, and is involved in music production and distribution. The company also engages in film production, merchandising, and licensing. Additionally, it offers digital content through mobile and online services, publishes print materials, and provides post-production services. ABS-CBN serves both local and international audiences, connecting with Filipino communities around the world. Its extensive reach includes services in North America, Europe, the Middle East, Australia, and Asia.

Philippines, Quezon City, Philippines

+63 2892 44102

Founded: 1953