MANILA, Feb. 19 -- The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) has chosen Legazpi City in Albay province as one of the newest members of its Global Network of Learning Cities (GNLC).

In a statement on Monday, the Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) said the city was chosen to be one of 64 GNLCs from 35 countries during a virtual event on Feb. 14.

"These cities have demonstrated exceptional commitment to fostering lifelong learning opportunities for all within their local communities," the DFA said.

The GNLC, it said, aims to bring together cities committed to promoting lifelong learning through policy dialogue, peer learning, and collaboration among its members to discuss innovative ways to develop, im...