Author: Benigno Delos Santos
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Philippine Agriculture Secretary Optimistic About Lower Rice Prices Under Marcos Administration
In a recent statement, Agriculture Secretary Francisco Tiu Laurel Jr. expressed optimism about achieving rice prices in the mid-PHP30s per kilogram during the administration of President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. This statement came during a joint market inspection at the Commonwealth Market in Quezon City, where Laurel was joined by Department of Trade and Industry…
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Family of Alleged NPA Rebel Claims and Buries Body After Clash in Negros Oriental
In a swift response following a deadly encounter, the family of a suspected New People’s Army (NPA) rebel retrieved and buried his remains in the mountainous regions of Negros Oriental. The incident occurred in Barangay Tala-on, La Libertad, where the clash with government forces took place on February 11, 2025. The body of the alleged…
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Cambodian PM Encourages Philippine Airlines to Tap Into New Cambodian Routes
In a recent diplomatic engagement in Manila, Cambodian Prime Minister Samdech Moha Borvor Thipadei Hun Manet extended an invitation to Philippine airlines to consider expanding their services into Cambodia. This call to action was made during a bilateral meeting with Philippine President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. at Malacañan Palace. Hun Manet specifically highlighted the potential…
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La Trinidad Aims to Expand Coffee Production with 20,000 New Seedlings
La Trinidad, the capital town of Benguet, is set to enhance its coffee production by planting an additional 20,000 seedlings this year. The initiative was announced during the opening of the town’s 8th Coffee Festival on February 10, 2025, themed ‘Brewing unity through coffee.’ The festival not only celebrates the local coffee culture but also…
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Philippine Police Seize 46 Firearms, Arrest 36 in Central Luzon Ahead of Elections
In a significant move to secure the upcoming May 12 elections, the Police Regional Office 3 (PRO3) in Central Luzon announced the seizure of 46 firearms and the arrest of 36 individuals. This operation is part of a broader effort to clamp down on loose firearms and ensure a peaceful electoral process. Brig. Gen. Jean…
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Saudi Arabia Gifts 25 Tons of Dates to the Philippines in Gesture of Friendship
In a heartwarming display of international camaraderie, the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia has donated 25 tons of dates to the Philippines. The generous gift was handed over during a ceremony at the Saudi Embassy in Makati City on Monday, February 10, 2025. Abdullah Saad Al-shahri, the Charge d’Affaires a.i. of the Saudi Embassy, described the…
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Philippines Bolsters Green Economy Initiatives at 2025 Sustainability Forum
The Philippines has solidified its commitment to fostering a green economy, as highlighted during the ‘2025 Sustainability Forum: The Green Economies of Tomorrow’ held in Makati City on January 31, 2025. The event, organized by the German-Philippine Chamber of Commerce and Industry in partnership with the German Embassy, brought together leaders from government, business, and…
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Bacolod City Reveals Ambitious Plan for Sustainable Growth by 2050
Bacolod City has introduced a comprehensive urban master plan aimed at fostering sustainable development over the next 25 years. The unveiling took place at L’ Fisher Hotel, where Mayor Alfredo Abelardo Benitez, alongside Lone District Representative Greg Gasataya, presented the Bacolod Urban Master Plan 2050 to an audience of business leaders, developers, and community representatives.…
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Philippine Stock Market Dips Amid Profit-Taking, Peso Remains Steady
MANILA – The Philippine Stock Exchange index (PSEi) experienced a decline on Thursday, ending a two-day upward trend as investors cashed in on their profits. Meanwhile, the peso concluded the day with minimal change. The PSEi dropped by 0.62 percent to close at 6,241.97, while the All Shares index fell by 0.26 percent to 3,687.05.…
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