Category: National
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UN Allocates $10.5 Million for Typhoon Relief in the Philippines
MANILA – The United Nations has committed USD10.5 million, equivalent to about PHP607 million, to aid regions in the Philippines devastated by recent typhoons. This announcement came on Friday alongside the release of an updated Humanitarian Needs and Priority Plan (HNP), aiming to raise USD42.4 million (PHP2.47 billion) for typhoon-affected areas. Gustavo González, the UN…
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DOLE and UP Launch Collaborative Job Placement Office at UP Diliman
MANILA – In a significant move to enhance employment opportunities, the Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) has joined forces with the University of the Philippines (UP) and the UP Alumni Association (UPAA) to establish a localized Public Employment Service Office (PESO) at UP Diliman in Quezon City. The launch of the job placement office,…
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Philippines, U.S., and Japan Conduct Joint Naval Exercises in West Philippine Sea
(Image provided by the Armed Forces of the Philippines) MANILA – In a significant display of international cooperation, the armed forces of the Philippines, the United States, and Japan executed a joint maritime exercise in the West Philippine Sea on Friday. This operation, known as a Multilateral Maritime Cooperative Activity (MCA), was held within the…
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DOJ Concludes National Convention to Boost Alternative Dispute Resolution
MANILA – The Department of Justice (DOJ) successfully concluded the 2024 National Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) Convention at The Manila Hotel, aimed at promoting efficient and cost-effective conflict resolution outside traditional court systems. The convention, which wrapped up on Thursday, was organized by the DOJ’s Office for Alternative Dispute Resolution (OADR) and was held in…
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President Marcos Jr. Receives Historic 1734 Murillo Velarde Map, Highlights Its Role in Philippine Maritime Claims
CEREMONIAL HANDOVER. President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. officially accepted the historic 1734 Murillo Velarde Map during a ceremony at Malacañan Palace on Friday, December 6, 2024. Dubbed the ‘mother of all Philippine maps,’ this map was crafted by Filipino cartographer Francisco Suarez and engraved by Nicolas de la Cruz Bagay, under the supervision of Spanish…
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Philippine Lawmaker Urges Swift Adoption of Nuclear Power to Combat Energy Costs and Climate Change
Advocating for Nuclear Energy: Representative Mark Cojuangco of Pangasinan’s 2nd District emphasized the critical need for nuclear power in the Philippines during a recent press conference at Lyon Cafe in Mandaluyong City. He argued that adopting nuclear energy is essential to reduce energy costs and tackle the escalating climate challenges caused by fossil fuel dependency.…
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Philippines and Chile Aim to Strengthen Ties in Trade and Agriculture
MANILA – The Philippines and Chile are actively seeking to enhance their cooperation in various sectors, with a particular focus on agriculture, trade, and investment. During an official visit to Manila, Chilean Foreign Minister Alberto Van Klaveren held discussions with Philippine Foreign Affairs Secretary Enrique Manalo. Their talks covered a broad spectrum of topics, including…
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Philippine Congressman Urges Swift Adoption of Nuclear Power to Combat Energy Costs and Climate Change
URGENT CALL FOR NUCLEAR ENERGY. Representative Mark Cojuangco of Pangasinan’s 2nd District emphasized the critical need for nuclear power in the Philippines during a press conference at Lyon Cafe in Mandaluyong City on December 6, 2024. He argued that nuclear energy is essential to reduce energy costs and tackle the environmental challenges posed by fossil…
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Tragic Fire in Kuwait Claims Lives of Two Filipino Workers; Government Steps In
MANILA – The Department of Migrant Workers (DMW) has sadly confirmed the demise of two Filipino migrant workers in a devastating fire incident in Kuwait on December 2. The DMW has vowed to assist the bereaved families of the victims. According to a statement issued on Friday, the DMW is committed to supporting the families…
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