President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has officially declared the third week of May as "Open Government Week".

This is in line with the Open Government Partnership's (OGP) goal of promoting transparent, participatory, inclusive, and accountable governance.

"WHEREAS, in line with the international observance of Open Government Week, the PH-OGP Steering Committee recommends to institutionalize the annual observance of Open Government Week in the Philippines to raise awareness on Open Government principles and encourage government agencies and CSOs to exhibit achievements, strengthen partnerships, and promote innovations aligned with the values and goals of Open Government...," reads Proclamation No. 916 signed by Marcos.

Under the proclamation, the Department of Budget and Management (DBM), as the Chair of the PH-OGP Steering Committee, will lead the yearly observance of Open Government Week.

All national government agencies—including government-owned or -controlled corporations, and state universities and colleges—are directed to support this proclamation.

Local government units, non-government organizations, and the private sector are also encouraged to actively take part and provide the needed assistance to the DBM for its successful implementation.

The OGP is an international group where national and local governments work together with civil society organizations (CSOs) to make governments more open, transparent, and responsive to the people.