“This moment marks more than the formalization of an institutional partnership; it represents a shared commitment to good governance that is accountable, inclusive, and grounded in learning,” said Usec. Agabin in his remarks. He emphasized the importance of capacity-building in enabling stakeholders to understand complex fiscal data and participate meaningfully in governance processes.

The partnership allows PH-EITI to leverage PTA’s technical expertise in public financial management and instructional design. For its part, the PTA reaffirms its mandate under Republic Act No. 10143 to serve as the government’s training institution for tax administrators and fiscal officers. The Academy will provide course outlines and materials and issue certificates of completion to training participants.

“It is a call to action, a commitment to deepen awareness and public engagement through education, dialogue, and collaborative programs,” said PTA President Gil S. Beltran. “Through this partnership, the PTA will support the PH-EITI’s vital mission to communicate extractive industry transparency and foster public awareness — from policymakers to civil society, from industry stakeholders to communities directly affected by extractive operations. In doing so, we can affirm our role as a center of access for learning and professional development in public service.”

Both institutions anticipate that the partnership will enhance stakeholder understanding of extractive revenues and accountability mechanisms, thereby advancing PH-EITI’s mission of transparency and inclusive governance in the mining, oil, and gas sectors. The initiative is expected to empower local government units and civil society organizations to use extractive sector data more effectively in policy and development planning.

“Good governance is not a one-time achievement; it is a continuous process of learning, adaptation, and collaboration,” Agabin added, reaffirming PH-EITI’s commitment to sustained capacity development.