Author: Noemi Villanueva
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Japanese Companies Eyeing Philippine Market Amid Economic Growth and Reforms
The Japanese Embassy in Manila has noted a surge in interest from Japanese companies looking to tap into the Philippine market, driven by the country’s consistent economic growth and recent policy changes. During the Japanese National Day celebration in Taguig City, Ambassador Endo Kazuya highlighted the significance of the newly passed CREATE MORE law, officially…
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NAIA’s Modernization Honored at PFI Asia Pacific Awards
The transformation of the Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA) has been celebrated as the Transport Deal of the Year at the Project Finance International (PFI) Asia Pacific Awards held in London on February 20. The accolade highlights the project’s significance, not just for its speed but also for being potentially the largest brownfield airport public-private…
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New Comelec Rules Shake Up Election Survey Landscape: Registration Now Mandatory!
In a groundbreaking move, the Commission on Elections (Comelec) in Manila has mandated that all survey firms must now register with the Comelec’s Political Finance and Affairs Department (PFAD) before they can conduct and publicly share election surveys. This directive, outlined in Resolution No. 11117, was announced on Thursday and marks a significant shift in…
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President Marcos Jr. Celebrates Instant Hires at Job Fair, Urges More Employment Opportunities
In a vibrant display of support for the Filipino workforce, President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. visited Dumaguete City, Negros Oriental, to oversee the Trabaho sa Bagong Pilipinas job fair. The event, held on February 20, 2025, saw 27 job seekers being hired on the spot, a moment Marcos celebrated with enthusiasm. He congratulated the new…
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Marawi City’s Water Project Nears Full Completion
In Cagayan de Oro City, the Provincial Engineer’s Office announced that the water expansion project in Marawi City, Lanao del Sur, is close to being finished. This initiative, supported by the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao, aims to rehabilitate regions impacted by the 2017 siege, excluding the most severely affected zones. The Marawi City…
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Samar Province Launches Specialized Health Center for Children with Special Needs
In a significant move to enhance healthcare services, the Samar provincial government has inaugurated the Center for Developmental Pediatrics (CDP) in Catbalogan City. This new facility, praised by regional health experts, is designed to offer specialized medical and therapeutic interventions for children with special needs. Dr. Sheryll Baňez Palami, a developmental and behavioral pediatrician at…
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Davao City Plans to Boost Cacao Production with 50,000 Seedling Distribution
In an effort to enhance local cacao production, the City Agriculturist Office (CAgro) in Davao City is set to distribute 50,000 cacao seedlings to farmers this year. Fe Oguio, the cacao focal person at CAgro, announced that the seedlings, sourced from the Department of Agriculture, will be distributed by the end of the second quarter.…
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Comelec Denies Alleged Data Breach of Overseas Voting Records
The Commission on Elections (Comelec) in Manila has firmly rejected claims of a data breach concerning overseas voting documents. In response, the Comelec’s Cybersecurity Division has initiated a thorough investigation and activated all necessary cybersecurity measures. This includes collaboration with the National Computer Emergency Response Team and the Cybercrime Investigation and Coordinating Center (CICC) under…
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ASEAN Correctional Leaders Convene in Palawan for 2025 Conference
PUERTO PRINCESA CITY, Palawan – The picturesque setting of Sabang Beach in Palawan became the backdrop for the 2nd ASEAN Regional Corrections Conference 2025 (ARCC 2025), which commenced on February 14 and will continue until February 17. The conference, hosted at the Four Points by Sheraton Palawan Puerto Princesa, saw the gathering of prison service…
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