Author: Dahlia Umali
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Government’s Bold Move: Allocating Pork Imports to Slash Prices!
In a strategic effort to combat soaring pork prices, Agriculture Secretary Francisco Tiu Laurel Jr. announced that the Department of Agriculture (DA) is set to allocate this year’s pork minimum access volume (MAV) to Food Terminal Incorporated (FTI) and Planters Product Inc. (PPI). This initiative aims to import pork at a reduced 15 percent tariff,…
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Senate Budgets Under P1 Million for VP Duterte’s Impeachment Trial Preparations
Senate President Francis Escudero announced on February 19, 2025, that the Senate has set aside less than PHP 1 million for the upcoming impeachment trial of Vice President Sara Duterte. This budget will cover essential items such as identification cards, judicial robes for the senators acting as judges, and legal fees. Escudero made these remarks…
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Israeli Aid Chief Visits Philippines to Strengthen Development Ties
The head of Israel’s aid agency, MASHAV, Ambassador Eynat Shlein, has arrived in the Philippines to bolster development cooperation between the two nations. During her three-day visit, Shlein engaged with various stakeholders from both the private and public sectors. On Monday, she met with representatives from the GMA Kapuso Foundation, a potential partner for MASHAV…
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CFO Issues Warning Against Fake Travel Documents Amid Tighter Immigration Controls
The Commission on Filipinos Overseas (CFO) has raised alarms about the dangers of using counterfeit travel documents, advising Filipinos planning to migrate to utilize only official government channels for their documentation needs. This advisory follows the interception of two Filipino women at the border, one of whom was found carrying a fraudulent CFO certificate, leading…
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Philippine Film Council Highlights Sagay City’s Short Films at Special Screening
BACOLOD CITY – The Film Development Council of the Philippines (FDCP) is shining a light on the creative output of emerging filmmakers from Sagay City, Negros Occidental, by showcasing 10 of their short films. These films, which were initially presented at the Margaha Film Festival over the past five years starting in 2020, are available…
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President Marcos Jr. Praised as ‘OFW President’ for Enhancing Migrant Workers’ Welfare
In a recent interview on Bagong Pilipinas, Department of Migrant Workers (DMW) Secretary Hans Leo Cacdac lauded President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. as the ‘OFW President’ for his dedicated efforts in improving the welfare and protection of overseas Filipino workers (OFWs). Cacdac highlighted that 2024 marked a significant year for the DMW, despite being only…
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Philippine Navy’s BRP Ramon Alcaraz Participates in International Fleet Review at Komodo Exercise
The Philippine Navy’s offshore patrol vessel, BRP Ramon Alcaraz (PS-16), joined the International Fleet Review (IFR) during the 5th Multilateral Naval Exercise ‘Komodo’ (MNEK) in Bali, Indonesia. The opening ceremony, held at the Port of Benoa on February 16, 2025, saw the participation of 31 navies, emphasizing the significance of maritime collaboration for peace and…
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Coconut Farmers’ Confederation Announces Bid for UCPB Savings Bank
The Confederation of Coconut Farmers Organization (CCFOP-CONFED) has officially declared its intention to acquire the United Coconut Planters Bank Savings Bank, Inc. (UCPB Savings). This announcement was made during a news forum in Quezon City on Saturday, February 15, 2025. The Land Bank of the Philippines (LBP), which currently holds a 97.55 percent stake in…
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Philippines and UAE Forge Alliance to Boost Government Efficiency
In a significant move to enhance governmental operations, the Philippines and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) have agreed to develop a cooperative framework. This initiative, aimed at improving government competitiveness and public financial management, was formalized through a memorandum of understanding (MOU) signed on February 11 during the World Governments Summit (WGS) 2025 in Dubai.…
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Davao City Boosts ‘Lingap’ Program Budget to P600 Million for 2024
In a significant move to support its underprivileged residents, Davao City has increased the budget for its ‘Lingap para sa Mahirap’ program to PHP600 million this year, up from PHP400 million the previous year. Ytalia Bohol, who oversees the program, announced the increase, highlighting the city’s commitment to aiding those in need. Last year, the…
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