Tag: Aquilino Pimentel III
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Koko Calls for Investigation into Frequent Bridge Collapses
Senator Aquilino “Koko” Pimentel III has initiated a Senate inquiry to address the alarming increase in bridge collapses throughout the country. Filing Senate Resolution No. 1319, Pimentel aims to hold accountable all responsible public officials, contractors, and other involved parties. The investigation seeks to evaluate the adequacy of current infrastructure policies to ensure the safety…
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Senate Showdown: Escudero to Poll Peers on VP Duterte’s Impeachment Trial Schedule
In a dramatic twist in the Philippine Senate, President Francis Escudero announced on February 21, 2025, his intention to consult fellow senators about the timing of Vice President Sara Duterte’s impeachment trial. This follows a proposal by Senate Minority Leader Aquilino Pimentel III to convene an all-member caucus and kick off the trial in March,…
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Erwin Tulfo Backs Jay Ruiz as New PCO Chief: A Game-Changer in Marcos’ Fight Against Misinformation?
In a bold endorsement, Alyansa Para sa Bagong Pilipinas senatorial hopeful Erwin Tulfo has thrown his support behind Jay Ruiz, the incoming head of the Presidential Communications Office (PCO). Speaking in Dumaguete City, Tulfo expressed his firm belief in Ruiz’s ability to steer the PCO through the Marcos administration’s aggressive battle against misinformation and disinformation,…
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Senate’s Bold Move: Can Act on Impeachment Without Presidential Nod, Says Pimentel
In a striking declaration, Senate Minority Leader Aquilino Pimentel III has asserted that the Senate possesses the legal authority to proceed with an impeachment complaint independently, without the need for a special session initiated by the President. During his speech at the Kapihan sa Senado forum, Pimentel emphasized that the Senate’s ability to act on…
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Pimentel Urges Swift Action on VP Sara Duterte’s Impeachment
Senate Minority Leader Aquilino Pimentel III has pressed Senate President Francis Escudero to expedite the impeachment proceedings against Vice President Sara Duterte, citing the urgency mandated by the Constitution. In a letter dated February 14, Pimentel invoked Article XI, Section 3 of the 1987 Constitution, which stipulates that the Senate must commence a trial immediately…
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Pimentel Warns of Personality Disorder in Duterte’s Repeated Death Threats
Senate Minority Leader Aquilino Pimentel III expressed concern on Monday about the potential signs of a serious personality disorder in individuals who frequently discuss death and killing. His comments followed former President Rodrigo R. Duterte’s alarming statement at a PDP-Laban rally in San Juan on February 13, where he suggested killing 15 senators to secure…
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Senator Pimentel Backs Call to Halt SSS Contribution Increase
In a recent statement, Senate Minority Leader Aquilino Pimentel III has thrown his weight behind the growing demand to pause the scheduled rise in Social Security System (SSS) contribution rates. Pimentel raised concerns about the effectiveness of these increases in enhancing member benefits. The senator’s comments come in the wake of protests from private school…
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Senator Backs Call to Halt SSS Contribution Increase Amid Concerns Over Member Benefits
In a recent development from Quezon City, Senate Minority Leader Aquilino Pimentel III has thrown his weight behind the growing demand to pause the scheduled increase in Social Security System (SSS) contribution rates. Pimentel’s support comes in response to concerns raised by private school teachers about the financial strain caused by the rise from 14…
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Senator Backs Call to Halt SSS Contribution Increase
In a recent statement, Senate Minority Leader Aquilino Pimentel III has thrown his weight behind the growing demand to pause the scheduled increase in Social Security System (SSS) contributions. Pimentel raised concerns about the effectiveness of the hike in enhancing member benefits, echoing the sentiments of private school teachers who have protested the rise from…
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Philippine Senate Approves Pimentel’s Acceptance of Russian ‘Badge for Cooperation’
In a unanimous decision, the Philippine Senate has passed Senate Concurrent Resolution No. 25, allowing Senate Minority Leader Aquilino Pimentel III to receive the ‘Badge for Cooperation’ from Russia’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs. This prestigious award acknowledges Pimentel’s efforts in enhancing diplomatic and friendly ties between the Philippines and Russia. Senator Joel Villanueva, who introduced…
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