Tag: Environmental Conservation
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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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Philippine Navy’s BRP Ramon Alcaraz Participates in ‘Komodo’ International Fleet Review
The Philippine Navy’s offshore patrol vessel, BRP Ramon Alcaraz (PS-16), joined the International Fleet Review (IFR) as part of Indonesia’s 5th Multilateral Naval Exercise ‘Komodo’ (MNEK). The opening ceremony took place at the Port of Benoa in Bali on February 16, 2025, with 31 navies in attendance. The IFR served as a platform to showcase…
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Philippine Navy’s BRP Ramon Alcaraz Participates in Komodo Naval Exercise
The Philippine Navy’s vessel, BRP Ramon Alcaraz (PS-16), joined the International Fleet Review during the 5th Multilateral Naval Exercise ‘Komodo’ in Bali, Indonesia. The event, which commenced on February 16, 2025, saw the participation of 31 navies, emphasizing the significance of maritime collaboration for peace and stability in the Indo-Pacific region. The opening ceremony at…
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Philippine Serpent Eagle Freed in North Cotabato After Rescue
In a heartwarming event in Magpet, North Cotabato, a young Philippine serpent eagle was set free on Tuesday, February 11, 2025, following its rescue from a net in Barangay Tagbac’s Sitio Ambag. The eagle, weighing 0.6 kilograms and boasting a wingspan of 116.84 centimeters, had been ensnared while attempting to catch a chicken on Monday…
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Pangasinan’s Green Canopy Project Plants Nearly 200,000 Seedlings in 2024
In a significant environmental effort, the Pangasinan provincial government successfully planted 195,777 tree seedlings throughout the province in 2024 as part of its ongoing Green Canopy Project. The initiative, which saw the majority of its plantings in District 1 with 108,701 seedlings, aims to foster a sense of co-ownership in environmental stewardship among residents. Launched…
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Negros Oriental Free of Dynamite Fishing Since 1980s, BFAR Reports
In a significant environmental update from Dumaguete City, the Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources (BFAR) in Negros Oriental has confirmed that there have been no instances of dynamite fishing in the region since the 1980s. This positive development was shared by Florencia Mepaña, the head of BFAR-Negros Oriental, who credits the absence of such…
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BCDA Secures New Lease Agreements for Camp John Hay, Boosting Local Economy
The Bases Conversion Development Authority (BCDA) has recently announced the signing of new lease agreements for residential and commercial spaces within Camp John Hay in Baguio City. This development follows the government’s acquisition of approximately 240 hectares of land previously managed by a private developer, a move mandated by a Supreme Court ruling. The BCDA,…
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Alaminos City Introduces Innovative Waste-to-Grocery Swap Program
In a novel approach to environmental conservation, Alaminos City in Pangasinan has rolled out the ‘Palit Basura’ initiative, allowing residents to trade their non-biodegradable waste for grocery items. Launched on January 28, 2025, in Barangay Telbang, the program aims to bolster solid waste management and curb the accumulation of non-degradable waste. High school students were…
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U.S. Ambassador Praises Iloilo City’s Development Initiatives
During her visit to Iloilo City on January 17, 2025, U.S. Ambassador to the Philippines MaryKay Carlson expressed her satisfaction with the progress of various U.S.-supported development projects. At a meeting with Mayor Jerry Treñas and city officials, Ambassador Carlson reviewed the impact of initiatives in health, education, environmental conservation, and business efficiency, many of…
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