Atty. Mar-Len Abigail S. Binay, Mayor of Makati since 2016, focuses on transforming Makati into a Smart City with technology for transparency and sustainability. As the first mayor to join the Cities Race to Resilience in 2021, she declared a climate emergency in 2022, leading to Makati's recognition as Southeast Asia's first Resilience Hub by UNDRR. Mayor Abby emphasizes global cooperation on climate change, holding positions in international bodies like ICLEI and the Global Covenant of Mayors. In 2022, she joined the UN Secretary General's Advisory Group and COP28's Advisory Committee, advocating for gender equality and localized climate funding, earning acclaim at COP28 for emphasizing women's role in sustainability.