Recent Speeches
Gratitude and Appreciation - April 18, 2013Transcript of the extemporaneous Closing Remarks of retired Chief Justice ARTEMIO V. PANGANIBAN during the Public Lecture of retired Justice Adolfo S. Azcuna, Chancellor of the Philippine Judicial Academy, held on April 18, 2013 at the Justitia Room, Ateneo Professional Schools, Rockwell Center, Makati, sponsored by the Philippine Judicial Academy of the Supreme Court and the Foundation for Liberty and Prosperity.
Pursuit of Excellence - April 04, 2013Remarks delivered by retired Chief Justice ARTEMIO V. PANGANIBAN, Chairman of the Metrobank Foundation Board of Advisers, during the launching of Metrobank Foundation’s three books, MADE of Gold, Metrobank Foundation Exemplars and Ten Outstanding Filipino Teachers Vol. 2, on April 4, 2013 at the Main Lobby, Cultural Center of the Philippines, Manila.
Three Orders of Dr. Morales - February 13, 2013Keynote Address delivered by retired Chief Justice ARTEMIO V. PANGANIBAN during the Opening Ceremonies of the 18th Joint Annual Convention of the Philippine Society of Hypertension and the Philippine Lipid and Atherosclerosis Society held on February 13, 2013 at the Ballroom of the Crowne Plaza Galleria Hotel, Ortigas Avenue, Pasig City.
How the Judiciary Can Help the Economy - November 29, 2012Address delivered by retired Chief Justice ARTEMIO V. PANGANIBAN during the “2012 ACCRA LAW-MAP BUSINESS LAW FORUM” held on November 29, 2012 at the Manila Golf Club, Makati City.
Thank You Professor Donaldson - November 19, 2012Closing remarks delivered by retired Chief Justice ARTEMIO V. PANGANIBAN during the Corporate Governance Enhancement Session on the theme “Navigating the New World of Business” held on November 19, 2012 at the Meralco Headquarters, Ortigas Avenue, Pasig City, sponsored by the First Pacific Group of Companies.
To a Higher Level - September 19, 2012Transcript of the extemporaneous Closing Remarks of retired Chief Justice Artemio V. Panganiban after Dean Sedfrey Candelaria’s Public Lecture as the holder in the Ateneo de Manila of the “CJ Panganiban Professorial Chair on Liberty and Prosperity,” held on September 19, 2012, at Justitia Room, 4th Floor, Ateneo Law School, Rockwell, Makati City.
The 24th Chief Justice of the Republic - September 18, 2012Introduction by Chief Justice ARTEMIO V. PANGANIBAN of Chief Justice Maria Lourdes P. A. Sereno who was the Guest of Honor and Speaker during the Launching of the ten Chief Justice Panganiban Professorial Chairs on Liberty and Prosperity on September 18, 2012 at the Metrobank Auditorium, Metrobank Plaza, Sen. Gil Puyat Avenue, Makati City.
Three Milestones in Baler - June 30, 2012Address delivered by retired Chief Justice ARTEMIO V. PANGANIBAN during the 113th Anniversary of the Historic Siege of Baler, the 10th Philippine-Spanish Friendship Day and the 200th-Year Anniversary of the Cadiz Constitution held in Baler, Province of Aurora on June 30, 2012.
A New Writing Career - March 29, 2012Remarks delivered by retired Chief Justice ARTEMIO V. PANGANIBAN during the launching of his book “With Due Respect” at the PowerBooks, Greenbelt, Makati on March 29, 2012
Gratitude Beyond Words - December 20, 2011Response of retired Chief Justice ARTEMIO V. PANGANIBAN during the musicale “Ageless Passion” which was sponsored by his family to celebrate his 75th birthday held on December 20, 2011 at the Meralco Theater, Pasig City.
Respect for the Chinese Judiciary - December 15, 2011Remarks delivered by retired Chief Justice ARTEMIO V. PANGANIBAN during the Testimonial Dinner in honor of Chinese Ambassador to the Philippines LIU JIANCHAO hosted by Dr. and Mrs. George S. K. Ty at the GT Tower on December 15, 2011.
Rights, Duties and Perks of Independent Directors - September 28, 2011Address by retired Chief Justice ARTEMIO V. PANGANIBAN before the “66th Breakfast Roundtable” of the Institute of Corporate Directors on September 28, 2011 at the Tower Club, Paseo de Roxas, Makati City.
A Matter of Legal Philosophy - August 05, 2011Address delivered by retired Chief Justice ARTEMIO V. PANGANIBAN during a Forum sponsored by the Institute of Government and Law Reform of the University of the Philippines College of Law on August 5, 2011 at the UP Malcolm Hall, Diliman, Quezon City.
A Milestone at PDRCI - June 16, 2011Welcome remarks delivered by Retired Chief Justice ARTEMIO V. PANGANIBAN, Chairman, Board of Trustees of the Philippine Dispute Resolution Center Inc (PDRCI) during the inauguration of the PDRCI Office at the Third Floor of the Commerce and Industry Plaza, 1030 Campus Avenue cor. Park Avenue, McKinley Town Center, Fort Bonifacio, Taguig City, on June 16, 2011, Thursday.
Two Amortal Men of Honor and Substance - May 03, 2011Toast of retired Chief Justice Artemio V. Panganiban for Foreign Secretary Albert F. del Rosario and Ambassador to Japan Manuel M. Lopez during a Reception held in his house, 1203 Acacia, Dasmariñas Village, Makati on May 3, 2011
Transforming the Judiciary - March 29, 2011Address delivered by Retired Chief Justice Artemio V. Panganiban before a meeting of the US-Asean Business Council held on March 30, 2011 at the SGV Lounge, SGV Building 6760 Ayala Avenue, Makati City.
The Party-list System, Philippine Style Presenting better solutions, or hatching new problems? - November 18, 2010Lecture delivered by retired Chief Justice ARTEMIO V. PANGANIBAN during the Justice Cecilia Munoz-Palma Lecture Series on November 19, 2010 at Ateneo Law School, Rockwell, Makati City
Bulwark of Filipino Catholicism - November 11, 2010Welcome remarks delivered during the 5th Manila Cathedral-Basilica (MCB) Pipe Organ Concert held on November 12, 2010 at the Manila Cathedral-Basilica.
Privileged by Birth, Populist by Choice - May 20, 2010Greetings delivered by retired Chief Justice ARTEMIO V. PANGANIBAN during the birthday celebration of Mr. Manual M. Lopez, Chairman and CEO of Meralco, on May 21, 2010 at the Meralco Fitness Center.
Mga Magpapakumbaba at Matatalinong Bedans* - May 06, 2010Remarks delivered by Retired Chief Justice ARTEMIO V. PANGANIBAN during the Testimonial Dinner held on May 6, 2010 at the Club Filipino, Pasig City in honor of Justice Jose C. Mendoza, sponsored by the San Beda Law Alumni Association.
AUTOMATION OR CONFUSION - April 20, 2010Outline of the extemporaneous talk delivered by retired Chief Justice ARTEMIO V. PANGANIBAN as guest honor and speaker during the MAKATI BUSINESS CLUB, April 20, 2010, Rigodon Ballroom, Peninsula Hotel
God of Justice and Love - January 27, 2010Sharing delivered on January 28, 2010 by retired Chief Justice ARTEMIO V. PANGANIBAN during the Second National Congress of the Clergy (NCC II) sponsored by the Catholic Bishops Conference of the Philippines (CBCP) held on January 25-29 at the World Trade Center, Pasay City.
Tip for Leadership - January 26, 2010Address delivered by retired Chief Justice ARTEMIO V. PANGANIBAN as guest honor and speaker during the Induction of the 2010 Board of Governors of the Management Association of the Philippines held on January 26, 2010 at the Rigodon Ballroom of The Peninsula Manila.
A Testament of Love and Faith - December 14, 2009Address delivered by retired Chief Justice ARTEMIO V. PANGANIBAN during the formal launching of the new book of former Senate President Jovito R. Salonga, titled “The Faith and Love of My Parents and Brothers” held on Monday, December 14, 2009 at the Bantayog ng mga Bayani Center, Quezon Boulevard Extension, Quezon City.
A Toast to Justice Carpio - October 25, 2009Transcript of the extemporaneous remarks given by retired Chief Justice Artemio V. Panganiban during the surprise party in honor Justice Antonio T. Carpio on his 60th birthday at the Esplanade, Seaside Boulevard, Mall of Asia Complex, Pasay City
After the last Sona, GMA’s OPTIONS - July 29, 2009Outline of the extemporaneous talk delivered by retired Chief Justice Artemio V. Panganiban during the “Inquirer Briefing” on July 30, 2009 at 6:30 p.m. at the Philippine Daily Inquirer Multi-Purpose Hall, 1098 Mascardo and Yague Streets, Chino Roces Avenue, Makati City.
Equality Before God and His Church - June 26, 2009Remarks of retired Chief Justice ARTEMIO V. PANGANIBAN during Congress on Parish Liturgical Life held on June 27, 2009 at the SMX Convention Center, Pasay City sponsored by the Archdiocese of Manila.
Synergy, Symmetry and Symphony - May 11, 2009Address of retired Chief Justice Artemio V. Panganiban during the gathering of the graduating scholars of the SM Foundation held on May 12, 2009 at the SMX Convention Center, Seashell Drive, Mall of Asia Complex, Pasay City.
Leadership During Challenging Times - March 23, 2009Address delivered by retired Chief Justice Artemio V. Panganiban during the “Leadership Series II With Former Prime Minister Tony Blair” held on March 23, 2009 at the Sofitel Plaza Hotel, Pasay City
Strengthen Democratic Institutions - January 28, 2009Keynote address delivered by retired Chief Justice ARTEMIO V. PANGANIBAN during the First Integrity and Human Rights Conference held at the Hyatt Regency Hotel, Pedro Gil Street, Ermita, Manila, on January 27 to 28, 2009. The Confab is sponsored by the Commission on Human Rights of the Philippines, the Business for Integrity and Stability of Our Nation (Bisyon 2020) and Transparency International in cooperation with the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP).
Three Es and One T - January 22, 2009Anniversary Message delivered by retired Chief Justice ARTEMIO V. PANGANIBAN (Vice-Chair, Board of Advisers, Metrobank Foundation) during the 30th Anniversary Celebration of the Metrobank Foundation held at 5:30 pm., January 22, 2009, Metrobank Auditorium, Metrobank Plaza, Makati City.
New Paradigms of Justice and Education - December 08, 2008Keynote address delivered by retired Chief Justice ARTEMIO V. PANGANIBAN during the Opening Ceremonies on December 8, 2008 of the 5th Worldwide Conference of the Global Alliance of Justice Education (GAJE) held at the Ateneo Law School, Rockwell Drive, Rockwell Center, Makati City on December 7-13, 2008.
A Principled Conglomerate - October 22, 2008Remarks delivered by retired Chief Justice Artemio V. Panganiban on October 22, 2008 during the two-day “In Sync: Living Excellence and Social Responsibility the Lopez Way” Seminar held at the Eugenio Lopez Center, Antipolo, Rizal.
A Testimonial to CJ Puno - July 21, 2008Delivered by retired Chief Justice Artemio V. Panganiban during the Testimonial Reception sponsored by the Philippine Chapter of the Asean Law Association – ALA-Philippines – in honor of Chief Justice Reynato S. Puno held on July 21, 2008 at 4 Ipil Road, Forbes Park, Makati City
INVOCATION - June 22, 2008Invocation delivered by retired Chief Justice Artemio V. Panganiban during the 88th birthday on June 22, 2008 of former Senate President Jovito R. Salonga
A Toast to Charo - June 14, 2008Toast delivered by retired Chief Justice Artemio V. Panganiban
during a testimonial dinner held on June 14, 2008 at Hotel InterContinental Manila in honor of the newly appointed President of ABS-CBN Broadcasting Network, Ms Charo Santos Concio
Address delivered by retired Chief Justice Artemio V. Panganiban before the Asia Field Representatives Meeting (FRM) of the Canadian International Development Agency on May 8, 2008 at the EDSA Shangri-La Hotel Ballroom, Mandaluyong City
The Philippine Supreme Court: Activism and Restraint - April 29, 2008Outline of the lecture of retired Chief Justice
Artemio V. Panganiban at the Columbia University
in New York City on April 29, 2008
Edited transcript of the extemporaneous remarks delivered by retired Chief Justice Artemio V. Panganiban during the 60th birthday celebrations of Alberto D. Lina held at the Sylvia P. Lina Theater, De La Salle University, Ayala Alabang, Muntinlupa City.
Local Solutions to National Problems - April 09, 2008Keynote address of retired Chief Justice Artemio V. Panganiban during the opening of the World Bank-sponsored Philippine Development Innovation Marketplace, Panibagong Paraan 2008, held on April 9, 2008 at the SM Megamall, Mandaluyong City.
The Role of CPAs in Safeguarding Liberty and Nurturing Prosperity - January 29, 2008Address delivered by retired Chief Justice Artemio V. Panganiban during the induction of officers of the Association of Certified Public Accountants in Public Practice, held on January 29, 2008 at the Mandarin Oriental Hotel, Makati City.
Ang Pagiging Hiwalay ng Simbahan at Pamahalaan - January 29, 2008Lecture delivered on January 29, 2008 by retired Chief Justice Artemio V. Panganiban at the Malolos Constitution Lecture Series sponsored by the Bulacan State University, Malolos Bulacan
Appreciation and Thanks - January 22, 2008Transcript of the extemporaneous closing remarks delivered by retired Chief Justice Artemio V. Pangaiban during the formal launching of the book, “A Test of Courage” held at the Far Eastern University Auditorium, Manila on January 22, 2008
Vision and Values - December 15, 2007Keynote Address delivered by retired Chief Justice ARTEMIO V. PANGANIBAN on the first day of the 36th National Student Congress sponsored by the National Union of Students of the Philippines (NUSP) held on December 15-18, 2007 in Cebu City.
Home of Achievers and Leaders - November 08, 2007Address delivered by Chief Justice Artemio V. Panganiban (ret.) during the reunion of former presidents and other leaders of the Far Eastern University Central Student Organization (FEUCSO) held on Nov. 8, 2007 at the FEU Conference Center, FEU Campus, Manila in partial commemoration of the 80th Anniversary of Far Eastern University.
The Soul of the Ramos Presidency - August 16, 2007Speech delivered by retired Chief Justice ARTEMIO V. PANGANIBAN during the launching of Secretary Jose T. Almonte’s book, WE MUST LEVEL THE PLAYING FIELD held at the Club Filipino, San Juan, Metro Manila on August 16, 2007
Not By Power or Wealth Alone - August 14, 2007Speech delivered by retired Chief Justice Artemio V. Panganiban as guest speaker during the launching of former Senate President Jovito R. Salonga’s latest book, Not by Power or Wealth Alone, held on August 14, 2007 at the Lyceum of the Philippines, Manila
Why I Am Who I Am Now - May 24, 2007Keynote address delivered by Chief Justice Artemio V. Panganiban (ret.) during the 200th foundation day celebration of the Canossian Sisters held on May 24, 2007 at the Canossian Academy in Lipa City.
Entering the Legal Profession - April 26, 2007Address delivered by retired Chief Justice Artemio V. Panganiban as guest of honor and speaker during the 116th Foundation Day Celebration of the Philippine Bar Association, held at the Hotel Intercontinental on April 26, 2007.
Urbanity and Integrity - February 26, 2007Keynote address delivered by retired Chief Justice Artemio V. Panganiban during the launching of Diokno on Trial: Techniques and Ideals of the Filipino Lawyer, authored by the late Sen. Jose W. Diokno and updated by Atty. Jose Manuel I. Diokno, held on February 26, 2007 at the De la Salle University, Taft Avenue, Manila.
The Role of the 21st Century Judge in Governance - February 16, 2007Address delivered on February 16, 2007 by retired Chief Justice Artemio V. Panganiban as resource speaker during a seminar in Cebu City sponsored by the Philippine Judicial Academy and the Values for Development Foundation.
Visionary Leadership By Example - February 07, 2007Keynote address delivered by retired Chief Justice Artemio V. Panganiban on the opening day of the 9th National Ayala Young Leaders Congress (AYLC 2007) on February 7-9, 2007, at the San Miguel Corporation Management Training Center, Alfonso, Cavite.
Ageless Passion - December 12, 2006Address delivered by retired Chief Justice Artemio V. Panganiban during the conferment of the 2006 TOFIL Awards to four outstanding Filipinos on December 12, 2006, at the Insular Life Corporate Centre in Filinvest Alabang, Muntinlupa City.
Maraming Salamat Po - December 06, 2006Valedictory address delivered by Chief Justice Artemio V. Panganiban during the retirement ceremonies held in his honor on December 6, 2006, 4:30 p.m., at the Supreme Court Session Hall.
A School Par Exellánce for Judges - November 30, 2006Address delivered by Chief Justice Artemio V. Panganiban during the unveiling of the foundation stone marker of the Philippine Judicial Academy (PhilJA) Development Center in Tagaytay City, on November 30, 2006.
Striking the Right Balance - November 29, 2006Keynote speech delivered by Chief Justice Artemio V. Panganiban on November 29, 2006 during the Fourth Conference of Asian Constitutional Court Judges at the Diamond Hotel, Manila.
Honoring the Peacemakers - November 27, 2006Keynote address delivered by Chief Justice Artemio V. Panganiban during the National Conference on Court-Annexed/Referred ADR Mechanisms on November 27, 2006 at the Century Park Hotel, Vito Cruz, Manila.
An Edifice of Justice - November 24, 2006Remarks delivered by Chief Justice Artemio V. Panganiban during the marker-laying ceremony for the Court of Appeals (Cebu) building. The ceremony was held on November 24, 2006, at the Department of Agriculture Compound, M. Velez St., Cebu City.
In the Forefront - November 24, 2006Speech delivered by Chief Justice Artemio V. Panganiban during a testimonial dinner tendered in his honor by the judges and lawyers of Cebu on November 24, 2006, at the Hilton Hotel in Lapu-lapu City, Cebu.
Magkaisa, Pamilyang San Beda - November 15, 2006Speech delivered by Chief Justice Artemio V. Panganiban during the San Beda Alumni Association Homecoming and Fellowship Night, held on November 15, 2006, at the Kalayaan Hall, Club Filipino, Greenhills, San Juan, Metro Manila.
Lumaganap Sana ang Ebanghelyo ng Kalayaan at Kasaganaan - November 14, 2006Conferment of Doctor of Laws, honoris causa by Bulacan State University.
A Salutary Life - November 06, 2006Retirement ceremony honoring Court of Appeals Justice Santiago Javier Ranada, at the Court of Appeals New Session Hall, Centennial Building, Manila.
Safeguarding the Liberty and Nurturing the Prosperity of the Peoples of the World - October 18, 2006Keynote address delivered by Chief Justice of the Philippines , the Hon. Artemio V. Panganiban, during the opening ceremonies on October 18, 2006, of the three-day Global Forum on Liberty and Prosperity, at the Shangri-La Makati Hotel, Metro Manila, Philippines.
Lighting the Way - October 12, 2006Keynote address delivered by Chief Justice Artemio V. Panganiban during the Philippine Judges Association Convention on October 12, 2006, at the Holiday Inn, Mimosa Drive, Mimosa Leisure Estate in Clark, Pampanga.
God's Hope for Humanity - October 08, 2006Speech delivered by Chief Justice Artemio V. Panganiban during the 13th Human Life International Asia Pacific Congress on Faith, Life & Family, held on October 8, 2006, at the Parklane International Hotel in Cebu City.
Rising to the Challenge - October 05, 2006Address delivered by Chief Justice Artemio V. Panganiban during the special convocation for the conferment on him of the degree of Doctor of Laws, honoris causa, on October 5, 2006, at the St. Cecilia Auditorium of Angeles University Foundation, Angeles City.
Access to Justice - September 16, 2006Lecture delivered by Chief Justice Artemio V. Panganiban during the inauguration of the Dr. Jovito R. Salonga Center for Law and Development on September 16, 2006, at the Luce Auditorium, Silliman University, Dumaguete City.
Spreading the Gospel of Liberty and Prosperity - August 25, 2006Keynote address delivered by Chief Justice Artemio V. Panganiban during the National Forum on “Liberty and Prosperity,” held on August 24-25, 2006, at the Manila Hotel.