Photo courtesy of the Presidential Communications Office
MANILA — Newly elected officers of the Manila City Hall Press Club (MCHPC) took their oath of office on Tuesday, November 5, 2024, at the New Executive Building in Malacañang, Manila.
The ceremony was officiated by Acting Presidential Communications Office (PCO) Secretary Cesar Chavez, who expressed his support for the press corps’ role in fostering transparent communication between the government and the public.
Among those sworn into office was Jocelyn Domenden, who was named president of the MCHPC.
Also elected were Benjamin Cuaresma of online newspaper Pinoy Aksyon News as vice president; Gene Adsuara (People’s Balita/Secretary), Emmanuel Mortega II (RMN-DZXL/Treasurer), Marvin Empaynado (Peoples Tonight/Auditor), and Crismon Heramis (Remate/Board Chairman).
In a statement following the ceremony, Domenden thanked the members for their trust and expressed gratitude for the opportunity to take their oath at the PCO, the government’s leading communications agency.
“This is a significant milestone for our club, and we are truly honored to have this moment at the PCO, as it underscores the importance of our role in the media community,” Domenden said.
The ceremony was attended by key members of the Manila City Hall Press Club, as well as representatives from the media community.
It marked the beginning of a new chapter for the press corps, which continues to play a vital role in ensuring transparency and public accountability.
The new officers of the MCHPC are expected to work closely with the PCO and other media organizations in promoting responsible journalism and fostering closer ties between the government and the public.
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