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Roberto Puno

In this Filipino name, the middle name or maternal family name is Villanueva and the surname or paternal family name is Puno.

Roberto Villanueva Puno
Official portrait, 2022
Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives of the Philippines
In office
July 25, 2022 – June 30, 2025
Speaker
Martin Romualdez
In office
July 22, 2019 – June 1, 2022
Speaker
Alan Peter Cayetano
Lord Allan Velasco
In office
June 30, 2013 – June 30, 2016
Speaker
Feliciano Belmonte Jr.
Member of the Philippine House of Representatives from Antipolo's 1st district
In office
June 30, 2019 – June 30, 2025
Preceded byChiqui Roa-Puno
Succeeded byRonaldo Puno
In office
June 30, 2007 – June 30, 2016
Preceded byVacant
(post last held by Ronaldo Puno)
Succeeded byChiqui Roa-Puno
Personal details
Born (1962-03-27) March 27, 1962 (age 64)
PartyNUP (2011–present)
Other political
affiliations
Lakas (2007–2011)
SpouseChiqui Roa
Ateneo de Manila University
OccupationPolitician

Roberto Villanueva Puno (born March 27, 1962), commonly known as Robbie Puno, is a Filipino politician currently serving as a Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives of the Philippines since July 25, 2022. A member of the National Unity Party (NUP), he represents the 1st District of Antipolo in the House of Representatives. He has held this position for multiple terms, serving from 2007 to 2016 and again from 2019 to the present.[1]

Puno is also known for his advocacy for Philippine basketball, playing a significant role in the country's hosting of the 2023 FIBA Basketball World Cup.[2]

Early life and family

Roberto Villanueva Puno was born on March 27, 1962, in Antipolo, Rizal, Philippines. He is the son of former Justice Secretary and Member of Parliament Ricardo Concepcion Puno and Priscilla Villanueva Puno.

He comes from a prominent political family. His siblings include former Press Secretary Ricardo "Dong" Puno Jr., Regis V. Puno, Roderico V. Puno, Renato "Rene" V. Puno, former Interior Secretary Ronaldo "Ronnie" Puno, and Roselle "Sela" Puno-Mapa.

Political career

Puno taking his oath of office as Deputy House Speaker on July 27, 2019

Puno first entered the House of Representatives in 2007, representing Antipolo's 1st District. He served until 2016 and was succeeded by his wife, Chiqui Roa-Puno. He returned to Congress in 2019 and has since been re-elected. During his tenure, he has held key positions, including Deputy Speaker under Speakers Alan Peter Cayetano, Lord Allan Velasco, and Martin Romualdez.

Personal life

Puno is married to Cristina "Chiqui" Roa-Puno, who also served as Representative of Antipolo’s 1st District.

Beyond politics, he is a basketball enthusiast and has worked to promote the sport in the country. His efforts were instrumental in securing the Philippines' role as a host nation for the 2023 FIBA Basketball World Cup.[2]

References

  1. ^ "Member Information: Roberto V. Puno". House of Representatives of the Philippines. Retrieved March 5, 2008.
  2. ^ a b "Because basketball is life! Antipolo Rep. Robbie Puno begins preps for PH hosting of FIBA World Cup 2023". December 16, 2017.

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