Philippines, Feb. 10 -- Former President Ferdinand E. Marcos Sr. and House Speaker Ferdinand Martin Romualdez were among this year's recipients of the Upsilon Sigma Phi's Upsilonian Noble and Outstanding (UNO) Awards.

According to a news release on Monday, President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. accepted the award on behalf of his late father during the ceremony on Feb. 8 at the Goldenberg Mansion in Malacanang Complex.

The award highlighted the late leader's enduring influence on Philippine governance, economic policy, and national identity.

President Marcos Jr. was accompanied by his mother, former First Lady Imelda Marcos, and sister, Irene Marcos-Araneta.

In his speech, the President encouraged Upsilonians to contribute to the bettermen...