PBBM pursuing peaceful resolution of maritime dispute with China amid rising tensions

MANILA — President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. reaffirmed his commitment to a “peaceful” resolution of maritime disputes in the West Philippine Sea (WPS) despite recent aggressive actions by China in Escoda Shoal. The National Maritime Council (NMC) said in its recent statement, “As directed by the President, the Philippines will fully utilize and continue to…

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DSWD spox assures enough relief supplies for ‘Enteng’- affected families

As part of its disaster response and operations for Tropical Storm ‘Enteng’, the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) is continuously producing family food packs (FFPs) to ensure immediate replenishment and availability of food and non-food items (FNIs) for resource augmentation to its field offices and local government units (LGUs). “As instructed by Secretary…

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DOST-NCR Weaves Innovation into Tradition through Pamana Agham

The Department of Science and Technology – National Capital Region (DOST-NCR), led by DOST Secretary Renato U. Solidum Jr., formally opened the “Pamana Agham: Siyensya sa Bawat Habi at Hibla” event on August 28, 2024, at Casa Manila, Intramuros, Manila. The event was held in partnership with the Department of Tourism (DOT) under the leadership…

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PAO MIMAROPA, patuloy na isinusulong ang ‘Katarungan Laban sa Kahirapan’

Patuloy na isinusulong ng Public Attorney’s Office (PAO) sa rehiyon ng MIMAROPA ang mandato nitong makapagbigay ng “Katarungan Laban sa Kahirapan.” Sa Kapihan sa Bagong Pilipinas na isinagawa sa Oriental Mindoro noong Martes, Agosto 27, ibinahagi ni Regional Public Attorney Marlon E. Buan ng PAO-MIMAROPA ang mga programang isinagawa at accomplishment na napagtagumpayan ng kanilang…

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Gov’t to modernize civil service, improve human resource management in the public sector—NEDA

President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. has approved the civil service modernization program that will finally help improve efficiency in the bureaucracy and streamline the country’s civil service, the National Economic and Development Authority (NEDA) announced on Thursday. NEDA Secretary Arsenio Balisacan said the Philippine Civil Service Modernization Project (PCSMP) will help upgrade the country’s civil…

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DOST 2 SMART BASCO – LOQALINK Launched to Boost Batanes Agriculture

On August 19, 2024, the Department of Science and Technology (DOST) RO2 thru the PSTOBatanes, in partnership with Isabela State University, Batanes State College, and the LocalGovernment Unit of Basco, launched the SMART BASCO LOQALINK project at the BascoLighthouse. This groundbreaking initiative aims to transform Batanes particularly themunicipality of Basco into a smart and sustainable…

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Vizcayana singer, nasungkit ang gold, silver medal sa World Championships of Performing Arts

BAYOMBONG, Nueva Vizcaya – Isang mang-aawit mula sa Nueva Vizcaya ang nagbigay ng karangalan at rekognisyon sa lalawigan matapos makasungkit ng gold at silver medals sa World Championships of Performing Arts kamakailan. Si Blezzie Tiken, isang 4th year student ng Nueva Vizcaya State University ay nagpakita ng kanyang kahanga-hangang talento sa larangan ng pagkanta sa…

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PBBM names DOLE chief to lead inter-agency budget coordination of PH employment, livelihood programs

President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. has tasked the Secretary of the Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) to lead the inter-agency council responsible for adopting the Program Convergence Budgeting (PCB) approach for livelihood and employment programs in the country. The PCB approach focuses government resources on key programs and projects, which will be coordinated in…

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Partnering with local industries and institutions is key to the adoption of DOST-funded technologies, says Sec. Solidum

Secretary Renato U. Solidum Jr. of the Department of Science and Technology said that the DOST is prioritizing the strengthening of its relationship with local stakeholders and academic institutions to increase the chances of various research and development (R&D) projects being commercialized and used by local communities. “The job of DOST is to really sustain…

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FFCCCII Proposes Greater Manila Bay Area as the Next Economic Powerhouse

Manila, Philippines – August 21, 2024 – The Federation of Filipino-Chinese Chambers of Commerce and Industry, Inc. (FFCCCII) has unveiled a visionary proposal to transform the Greater Manila Bay area into a leading economic hub, drawing inspiration from the success of China’s Guangdong-Hong-Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area. This ambitious plan was presented at the Manila Forum…

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