H.E. Bernard Faustino La Madrid Dy is the Philippine Ambassador to Switzerland and Liechtenstein (Bern Embassy), contributing the Philippines' perspective on smart cities and digital innovation at the 5th Session of the World Technology Congress. Former Mayor of Cauayan City, recognized as the Philippines' first Smart City (2015), and Singularity Academy Diplomat Ambassador Program graduate (2025), he champions tech-driven governance and sustainable urban development for global technology dialogue.