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PBBM forms inter-agency body on inflation, market outlook
President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. has ordered the creation of the Inter-Agency Committee on Inflation and Market Outlook (IAC-IMO) tasked to directly address inflation and enhance initiatives to improve the economy and the quality of life of Filipinos.

Public, private stakeholders hold 1st Integrated Water Security Summit in NorthMin
Moved by a shared desire to secure the water future of Northern Mindanao, more than 450 engaged stakeholders including legislators and governors gathered for the 1st Integrated Water Security Summit at the Seven Seas Waterpark and Resort in Opol, Misamis Oriental on May 25-26, 2023. The Summit was endorsed by Regional Development Council Resolution 19…

BDO to young professionals: Start saving for retirement
Retirement may be the last thing on the minds of the young and employed. However, BDO Unibank advises them to start saving for it already to secure a more comfortable post-employment life.

DOST 1 meets with Local Chief Executive, sets sights on transforming Alaminos City into a Smart City
ALAMINOS, CITY- The Department of Science and Technology Region 1, through OIC-RD Teresita A. Tabaog and Provincial Director Arnold C. Santos with their team, were warmly welcomed by the City of Alaminos through Mayor Arth Bryan C. Celeste and his staff on May 19, 2023.

PAPI’s SEARCH FOR OUTSTANDING COURT SHERIFF BEGINS
THE CALL for nominations for the Publishers Association of the Philippines, Inc. (PAPI) Outstanding Regional Trial Court Sheriff is now open.

AUSTRALIA ANNOUNCES MARITIME COOPERATION PACKAGE FOR PH, INCREASED ODA
Australia announced Thursday a maritime cooperation initiative package for the Philippines, including technical assistance and capacity building for the Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) as well as increased Official Development Assistance (ODA) for several initiatives, including the Mindanao peace process.

Cross Mountains and Seas to Meet in the Blessed Land Second ASEAN-China Online Influencers Conference is Coming
The Second ASEAN-China Online Influencers Conference themed “Cross Mountains and Seas to Meet in the Blessed Land” will be held in Fuzhou, China from 18 to 21 May.

Bukidnon Pineapple Jam Producer Earns FDA Certification with DOST Consultancy
Mama Nene Homemade Delights locally known as Paula’s Bukidnon Delight earns its Certificate of Product Registration (CPR) for its Pineapple Jam, through the consultancy and training services of the Department of Science and Technology. The Certificate of Product Registration (CPR) is a requirement of the Food and Drug Administration for food products (beverages, water, canned…

DOSTv bags the 17th Gandingan major award for the third time
By Lourdes Nadonga, DOSTv, DOST-STII For the third time since 2020, DOSTv: Science for the People, the official broadcast channel of the Department of Science and Technology (DOST) has been hailed as Gandingan’s Most Development-Oriented Radio/TV Station/Online platform, claiming the high ground during the 17th Gandingan Awards held last Saturday, 13 May 2023. “Unknown to…

SALT CAN OPEN UP OPPORTUNITIES FOR LIVELIHOOD IN COASTAL COMMUNITIES
DEPARTMENT of Science and Technology (DOST) undersecretary for regional operations, Engr. Sancho A. Mabborang recently graced the “Immersion on Salt Production and Blessing of Salt Facility” activity in Uyugan town in Batanes Province.