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Zubiri wants Chinese firms banned in government projects
August 8, 2023, 8:02 pm
MANILA – Senate President Juan Miguel Zubiri on Tuesday said the government must stop giving projects to Chinese-owned companies and to boycott all Chinese products as a sign of protest for their continued harassment of our Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) and fishermen within our territory.… Read More
Gov’t infra projects to require over 3 million workers
August 8, 2023, 7:52 pm
MANILA – More than three million jobs will be generated by the government’s infrastructure programs, highlighting the contribution of several projects in addressing unemployment and underemployment. In a Palace briefing on Tuesday, Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) Secretary… Read More
Solon reiterates call to integrate climate science in governance
August 8, 2023, 7:31 pm Updated on August 10, 2023, 5:33 pm
MANILA – A senator resounded on Tuesday her appeal for the government to move forward and consider climate science as a tool in every decision that it makes in the future. In her privilege speech, Senate Pro Tempore Loren Legarda suggested various approaches in pursuing development with… Read More
House panel OKs bill repealing 64-yr-old PH Medical Act
August 8, 2023, 7:19 pm
MANILA – A measure replacing the outdated Philippine Medical Act has hurdled the committee level at the House of Representatives to ensure a more responsive regulation for the practice of the medical profession in the country. During a hearing on Tuesday, the House Committee on Civil Service and… Read More
US likely to send students to PH nursing schools: Sen. Duckworth
August 8, 2023, 7:03 pm
MANILA – Recognizing the competency of Filipino nurses, a visiting United States senator on Tuesday raised the possibility of sending American students to nursing schools in the Philippines. Senator Tammy Duckworth paid a courtesy call on President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. at Malacañan Palace in… Read More
House probe sought into Manila Bay reclamation
August 8, 2023, 6:58 pm
MANILA – A party-list lawmaker is seeking an investigation into the status of the Manila Bay reclamation projects and its consequential effects on national security and the environment. ACT-CIS Party-list Rep. Erwin Tulfo filed House Resolution 1171 on Tuesday, directing the House Committee on… Read More
New law declares Baler ‘birthplace of PH surfing’
August 8, 2023, 6:57 pm
MANILA – The measure declaring the town of Baler in Aurora province as the “birthplace of Philippine surfing” has lapsed into law. Republic Act (RA) 11957, the new law, recognizes Baler as “one of the premiere surfing sites in the country” and one that earned a “significant spot in… Read More
Imee Marcos: China should explain use of water cannon in WPS
August 8, 2023, 6:48 pm Updated on August 8, 2023, 9:11 pm
MANILA – Sen. Imee Marcos urged on Tuesday the Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) to demand an explanation from Chinese counterparts about the recent Chinese Coast Guard's water cannon attack on the Philippine Coast Guard's (PCG) resupply mission to Ayungin Shoal. Marcos emphasized that both… Read More
Bone found in Bilibid septic tank ‘not of human origin’ -- NBI
August 8, 2023, 6:43 pm Updated on August 8, 2023, 7:46 pm
MANILA – The National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) and the Bureau of Corrections (BuCor) vowed on Tuesday to continue searching for Michael Cataroja, an inmate of New Bilibid Prison (NBP) who has gone missing since July 15. The Senate Committee on Justice and Human Rights chaired by Senator… Read More
SC finalizes order for designation of Maguindanao Norte treasurer
August 8, 2023, 6:20 pm
MANILA – The Supreme Court has finally ruled to grant the petition of Maguindanao del Norte to have a provincial treasurer following the division of Maguindanao into two provinces late last year. The decision published online Tuesday ordered the regional office of the Bureau of Local Government… Read More
PH ranks 2nd in Southeast Asia for digital trade facilitation
August 8, 2023, 6:06 pm
MANILA – The Philippines ranked second in Southeast Asia for its progress in terms of digital and sustainable trade facilitation, according to the Bureau of Customs (BOC) on Tuesday. "This accomplishment reflects our nation's dedication to embracing technological advancements and creating a more… Read More
Japan, PH ink JPY30-B post-disaster standby loan
August 8, 2023, 5:49 pm
MANILA – The Philippines and Japan inked on Tuesday the exchange of notes formalizing the JPY30 billion or about PHP11.79 billion post disaster standby loan for Manila. The Post Disaster Standby Loan Phase 3 (PDSL 3) seeks to provide quick-disbursing budgetary support for the Philippines’… Read More
PH to get P433-M Japan grant for maritime communication system
August 8, 2023, 5:46 pm
MANILA – Japan and the Philippines signed an exchange of note for a 1.1 billion Japanese yen or approximately PHP433 million to help the Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) procure a state-of-the-art satellite data communication system. The Japanese Embassy in Manila said the grant aims to help the PCG… Read More
CBCP: Pontificio Collegio Filippino in Rome gets new vice-rector
August 8, 2023, 5:35 pm
MANILA – The Catholic Bishops' Conference of the Philippines (CBCP) has appointed a vice-rector of the Pontificio Collegio Filippino (PCF) in Rome, Italy. Fr. Gregory Ramon Gaston, PCF rector, said Tuesday that Fr. Marvin Tabion from the Archdiocese of Jaro was appointed to the post. He will… Read More
Solon eyes new office to settle OFW claims, disputes
August 8, 2023, 5:33 pm
MANILA – An office that will have jurisdiction over claims and disputes involving overseas Filipino workers (OFWs) will ensure a more focused and streamlined approach to address their specific needs, a proposal under House Bill 8805 that seeks to create the Migrant Worker Relations Commission… Read More
PH to China: Sierra Madre ‘permanent station’ in Ayungin Shoal
August 8, 2023, 4:47 pm
MANILA – The Philippine government has stood pat in its position that BRP Sierra Madre (LST-57), an active Philippine Navy commissioned vessel in Ayungin Shoal will stay as a “permanent station” for Filipino troops to protect the country's rights and interests over the West Philippine Sea.… Read More
Tondo parishioners warned vs. bogus solicitations
August 8, 2023, 4:37 pm
MANILA – The Archdiocesan Shrine and Parish of Santo Niño in Tondo, Manila has warned the public against solicitations in envelopes and electronic transactions using the name of the parish. In a social media post Tuesday, the parish shared the circular signed by Msgr. Geronimo Reyes, rector of… Read More
Zubiri vows support for PNP modernization
August 8, 2023, 4:34 pm
MANILA – Senate President Juan Miguel Zubiri on Tuesday expressed his support for the passage of the bill for the modernization of the Philippine National Police (PNP). “I will support to pass the PNP modernization and restructuring act for this year together with Senator and former PNP chief… Read More
Urban agriculture promotes self-sufficiency amid inflation - CCC
August 8, 2023, 4:32 pm
MANILA – The Climate Change Commission (CCC) on Tuesday said educating Filipinos about urban agriculture could promote self-sufficiency amid inflation, marked by rising prices of basic commodities. In a news release, CCC Commissioner Albert dela Cruz Sr. said it is important to conduct programs… Read More
Book highlighting 75th year of PH-Italy diplomatic ties launched
August 8, 2023, 3:37 pm
MANILA – The Italian Embassy in Manila has launched a book highlighting the diplomatic ties between Italy and the Philippines for the past 75 years. The book launching Monday evening in Taguig City was led by Italian Ambassador to the Philippines Marco Clemente, who presented the book to the… Read More
