Commission on Population and Development (CPD) Region VII Director, Atty. Bruce N. Ragas (center, 3rd from right) is welcomed by Loon Mayor Pedro “Dodong” M. Literatus, Jr. (3rd from left) during his recent courtesy call at the Mayor’s Office. Mayor Literatus welcomed Director Ragas and underscored the importance of strengthening institutional partnerships to better address demographic challenges and opportunities at the municipal level. The mayor also recognized the vital role of accurate population data and community engagement in shaping local development plans and public services. Also in photo are, from left, Social Welfare Officer Oliver C. Algusar and Loon MSWDO Ma. Marnelli L. Maquindang. (Contributed photo)