Secretary of Science and Technology (Philippines)
| Secretary of Science and Technology | |
|---|---|
| Kalihim ng Agham at Teknolohiya | |
Official seal of the Department of Science and Technology | |
since July 22, 2022 | |
| Style | The Honorable |
| Member of | Cabinet |
| Appointer | The president with the consent of the Commission on Appointments |
| Term length | No fixed term |
| Inaugural holder | Antonio V. Arizabal |
| Formation | January 30, 1987 |
| Website | www |
The secretary of science and technology (Filipino: kalihim ng agham at teknolohiya) is the head of the Department of Science and Technology and is a member of the president's Cabinet.
The Department of Science and Technology was originally established as the National Science and Development Board on June 13, 1958 and was elevated to cabinet level in 1987.
The position was created in 1987 by then president Corazon Aquino, and was first assumed by Antonio Arizabal.
The position is currently held by Renato Solidum Jr. since 2022.