Aurora Indigenous fishers get BFAR seaweed seedlings

By Zorayda Tecson  CITY OF SAN FERNANDO, Pampanga – The Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources-Central Luzon (BFAR-3) has distributed recently seaweed seedlings to an indigenous community in San Luis, Aurora in a bid to boost their livelihood and income. BFAR Regional Director Wilfredo Cruz said Monday some 700 kilograms of seaweed seedlings produced by the BFAR Technology Outreach Station…

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Wescom war games highlight reservists’crucial role

PUERTO PRINCESA CITY, Palawan — The Western Command (Wescom) concluded a two-day Mobilization Exercise (MOBEX) over the weekend, involving approximately 300 military reservists in Palawan and other provinces. The exercise was designed to ensure the reservists’ readiness and capability to contribute effectively in joint military operations, Naval Forces West (NFW) commander, Commodore Allan Javier, said on Sunday afternoon at the…

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Tokyo Envoy extols ‘flourishing’ PH-Japan ties under BBM

Japan Ambassador to the Philippines Koshikawa Kazuhiko (Photo courtesy of Japan Embassy in the Philippines) Japanese Ambassador to the Philippines, Koshikawa Kazuhiko, has highlighted the “flourishing” partnership between the countries since President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. assumed office last year. In his remarks during a celebration of the 69th anniversary of the Japan Self-Defense Forces (JSDF) at his…

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South Korean President Yoon to visit Manila shortly

South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol plans to visit Manila shortly this year or early next year to highlight the two countries’ the 75th anniversary of their diplomatic relations. In a statement on Monday, the Presidential Communications Office said (PCO) said South Korean envoy-designate to Manila, Ambassador Lee Sang-Hwa revealed the planned visit. The ambassador-designate presented his credentials on Monday to President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. in Malacañang. “President Yoon Suk…

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Remulla to Law Enforcers: Solidify case buildup prior to ops

Justice Secretary Jesus Crispin Remulla (right) (Facebook photo) Department of Justice (DOJ) Secretary Jesus Crispin Remulla has reminded law enforcers on Monday to be circumspect at all times in the conduct of future raids to ensure air-tight cases that can withstand scrutiny in courts. All raids must be backed by case build-ups in coordination with prosecutors to ensure all…

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Mexico, PH to boost trade, culture cooperative engagements

MEXICAN ENVOY. Mexico’s Ambassador-designate Daniel Hernandez Joseph presents his credentials to President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. in Malacañang on Monday (July 10, 2023). Joseph said the Philippines and Mexico can do so much in trade, culture and science. (Photo courtesy of PCO) Mexico and the Philippines have agreed to further enhance their mutual cooperation and engagement…

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BBM’s SONA seen to highlight job creation, easing cost of living

Senators expect President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. to highlight and focus on his plans to create more jobs and address the expensive cost of living during his upcoming State of the Nation Address (SONA) on July 24. Senator Christopher Lawrence Go said Monday he expects to hear from President Marcos the administration’s plan for the country’s  inclusive and full economic recovery from the pandemic. “First of all, no…

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US firms eye ties with PH in health, digital, energy sectors

BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES. Members of the Business Executives for National Security meet with President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. at the Malacañan Palace, Manila on Monday (July 10, 2023). BENS reaffirmed its commitment to boost cooperation and investment of American firms in the Philippines. (Photo courtesy of PCO) To help further enhance Philippine-United States engagements, the Business Executives for National…

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