18 September 2025, Vienna - Department of Science and Technology (DOST) Undersecretary Maridon Sahagun highlighted the Philippines’ commitment to the Comprehensive Nuclear Test Ban Treaty during her meeting with CTBTO Executive Secretary Dr. Robert Floyd. She expressed appreciation to the capacity building programs organized by the CTBTO which are important in developing the skills and competence of Filipino experts to ensure their full participation in the Treaty’s verification regime.