Tag: Economic Growth
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Malacañang Dismisses Survey Dip, Emphasizes True Leadership Over Popularity
In a recent statement, Malacañang emphasized that the performance of the government under President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. should not be judged solely on the basis of public opinion polls. This comes in response to a reported slight decline in the President’s trust and approval ratings as per a Pulse Asia survey. Executive Secretary Lucas…
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Malacañang Dismisses Survey Dip, Emphasizes Governance Over Popularity
In a recent statement, Malacañang emphasized that the performance of the government under President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. should not be judged solely on the basis of public opinion polls. This comes in response to a reported decline in the President’s trust and approval ratings as per a Pulse Asia survey. Executive Secretary Lucas Bersamin…
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President Marcos Jr. Endorses 2024 National Security Strategy to Confront Local and International Threats
In a significant move to bolster national security, President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. has given the green light to the 2024 National Security Strategy (NSS). The approval came during a strategic meeting at Malacañang Palace on December 19, 2024, attended by key security officials including National Security Adviser Eduardo M. Año. The NSS, which aligns…
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President Marcos Jr. Endorses 2024 National Security Strategy to Confront Local and International Challenges
In a significant move to bolster the Philippines’ security framework, President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. has given his approval to the 2024 National Security Strategy (NSS). The announcement came from National Security Adviser Eduardo Año, who stated that the President signed off on the strategy during a meeting at Malacañang Palace on December 19, 2024.…
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Senator Gatchalian Advocates for Local Business Permit Offices to Boost Economic Growth
Senator Sherwin Gatchalian is pushing for the establishment of Business Permit and Licensing Offices (BPLOs) in all local government units (LGUs) across the Philippines. This initiative, outlined in Senate Bill 1278, known as the BPLO Act, aims to streamline business processes and foster economic development. Gatchalian emphasized that having a dedicated BPLO in every city…
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Philippine House Passes Bill Extending Foreign Land Leases to 99 Years
In a significant move to attract foreign investment, the Philippine House of Representatives has passed a bill on its final reading, allowing foreign investors to lease private lands for up to 99 years. The vote was overwhelmingly in favor, with 175 votes for, three against, and two abstentions. The legislation, House Bill 10755, was spearheaded…
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Philippine House Passes Bill to Extend Foreign Land Leases to 99 Years
In a significant move to attract foreign investment, the Philippine House of Representatives has passed a bill on its final reading, allowing foreign investors to lease private lands for up to 99 years. The vote was overwhelmingly in favor, with 175 votes for, three against, and two abstentions. The legislation, House Bill 10755, was spearheaded…
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Surigao del Norte Forms Advisory Council to Tackle Energy Challenges
In response to ongoing power outages affecting Siargao Islands since December 1, the provincial government of Surigao del Norte has taken a proactive step by establishing a multi-sector advisory council. Governor Robert Lyndon Barbers signed Executive Order No. 29-A on Monday, officially creating the Surigao del Norte Energy Development Advisory Council (SEDAC). This move aims…
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Northern Mindanao Promotes Steel Industry Expansion, Attracts Investors
Northern Mindanao is actively promoting itself as an attractive hub for steel industry investments, according to a recent announcement. At a policy forum held in Cagayan de Oro City, Mylah Faye Aurora Cariño, Director of the National Economic and Development Authority (NEDA) Region 10, discussed the feasibility of setting up an Integrated Steel Mill (ISM)…
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