IMPORTANCE OF SCIENTIFIC RESEARCH. Climate Change Commission vice chairperson and executive director Robert Borje (center) highlights the importance of scientific research and development in addressing climate change during the 34th Regional Symposium on Research and Development Highlights in Batac City, Ilocos Norte province on Wednesday (Feb. 1, 2023). Borje said local researchers' cooperation is vital in ensuring the successful implementation of climate change action plan in the country. (Photo courtesy of CCC) MANILA - The Climate Change Commission (CCC) on Wednesday sought cooperation and collaboration with the local research community to ensure the country's success in the fight against climate change. During the 34th Regional Symposium on Research and Development Highlights in Batac City, Ilocos Norte province, CCC vice chairperson and executive director Robert Borje acknowledged the importance of scientific research in addressing climate change. Borje said research and