Secretary of Science and Technology (Philippines)

Secretary of Science and Technology Kalihim ng Agham at Teknolohiya
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Incumbent Fortunato de la Peña since June 30, 2016
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.dost.gov.ph

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 position was created in 1987 by the then president Corazon Aquino, and was first assumed by Antonio Arizabal.

The current Secretary is Fortunato de la Peña, who assumed office on June 30, 2016.

(*) Acting Capacity