The official publication of the Rotary Club of Manila

Balita · Issue No. 4091

Thursday, 4 June 2026

Guest of honor and speaker: Atty. Sharon S. Garin, Secretary, Department of Energy

The TOWER Awards 2026 honoring seven Filipino workers, Energy Secretary Sharon Garin as guest speaker, and a profile of David John Reynolds, MBE, The Man Who Stayed.

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Editorial

The editorial argues that the Philippines must build energy resilience now, as the Middle East conflict again shows its vulnerability to imported fuel.

Guest speaker

Atty. Sharon S. Garin

Secretary, Department of Energy

President's message

Energizing the Nation

The President welcomes Energy Secretary Sharon Garin and writes on energy security, renewable energy, infrastructure and collaboration.

Weekly meeting

The Unsung Heroes of Industry

TOWER Awards 2026 Celebrates the Filipino Workers Who Power the Nation

Club administration

Induction Ceremonies Alignment Meeting

The Induction Committee met on May 28, 2026 to prepare for the July 2 Induction Ceremonies at the Fairmont Hotel.

Club administration

Ad Hoc Committee Meets to Discuss RCM Constitution and Bylaws

The Ad Hoc Committee met on May 28, 2026 at the Fairmont Hotel to discuss the RCM Constitution and Bylaws.

Feature

The Man Who Stayed

David John Reynolds, MBE and the Life He Built in the Philippines

District

The Rotary Foundation (TRF) Grant Management Seminar

The Rotary Club of Manila delegation attended the TRF Grant Management Seminar on May 30, 2026 at the Federation of Filipino Chinese Chamber of Commerce Building in Binondo, Manila.