Tag: Indonesia
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Philippines and Indonesia Collaborate to Revive Davao-GenSan-Bitung Maritime Link
In a significant move to bolster regional trade, representatives from the Philippines and Indonesia convened in Davao City to explore the revival of the Davao-General Santos-Bitung (DGB) sea route. The meeting, facilitated by the Indonesian Consulate, aimed at enhancing connectivity within the Brunei-Indonesia-Malaysia-Philippines East ASEAN Growth Area (BIMP-EAGA). Mindanao Development Authority (MinDA) Secretary Leo Tereso…
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Philippines and Indonesia Collaborate to Revive Key Sea Route
In a significant move to bolster regional trade, representatives from the Philippines and Indonesia convened in Davao City to discuss the potential revival of the Davao-General Santos-Bitung (DGB) sea route. The meeting, facilitated by the Indonesian Consulate, aimed at enhancing maritime connectivity and trade within the Brunei-Indonesia-Malaysia-Philippines East ASEAN Growth Area (BIMP-EAGA). Mindanao Development Authority…
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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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NCMF Seeks Stronger Ties and Scholarships with Indonesia
The National Commission on Muslim Filipinos (NCMF) is forging deeper connections with Indonesian government bodies to enhance bilateral relations, focusing on Madrasah scholarships and Halal product certification. This initiative aims to provide significant benefits to Muslim Filipinos, particularly the younger generation, through educational opportunities in Indonesia. NCMF Secretary Sabuddin Abdurahim highlighted the importance of these…
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Philippine Navy Joins Indonesian-Led Naval Drills with BRP Ramon Alcaraz
The Philippine Navy has announced the deployment of its offshore patrol vessel, BRP Ramon Alcaraz (PS-16), to participate in the fifth Multilateral Naval Exercise Komodo (MNEK) in Bali, Indonesia, scheduled from February 15 to 22. During a press briefing, PN spokesperson Capt. John Percie Alcos revealed that the Philippine Marine Ready Force will dispatch a…
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Philippine Navy Joins Indonesian Naval Drills with BRP Ramon Alcaraz
The Philippine Navy has announced the deployment of its offshore patrol vessel, BRP Ramon Alcaraz (PS-16), to participate in the fifth Multilateral Naval Exercise Komodo (MNEK) in Bali, Indonesia, scheduled from February 15 to 22. During a press briefing, PN spokesperson Capt. John Percie Alcos revealed that the Philippine Marine Ready Force will dispatch a…
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Mary Jane Veloso Transfers to Regular Dormitory Post-Quarantine at CIW
Mary Jane Veloso, after completing a mandatory five-day quarantine, has been relocated to a standard dormitory at the Reception and Diagnostic Center (RDC) of the Correctional Institution for Women (CIW) in Mandaluyong City, as announced by the Bureau of Corrections (BuCor) on Friday. The transfer occurred on December 26, following her arrival at the facility…
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President Marcos Jr. Delegates Mary Jane Veloso’s Clemency Decision to Legal Experts
President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. has stated that the decision regarding executive clemency for Mary Jane Veloso is currently under the purview of legal experts. During a press interaction at Villamor Air Base in Pasay City, Marcos indicated that determining the appropriateness of clemency for Veloso would be a lengthy process. He emphasized that although…
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Senators Praise Government’s Efforts in Repatriating Mary Jane Veloso
In a heartfelt welcome, Mary Jane Veloso, who spent nearly 15 years in an Indonesian prison on drug trafficking charges, was greeted warmly at the Correctional Institution for Women in Mandaluyong City upon her return to the Philippines. Senators across the board expressed their appreciation for the government’s relentless efforts to bring Veloso back home.…
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Mary Jane Veloso’s Repatriation Opens Door for Sentence Reduction via GCTA
Mary Jane Veloso, who returned to the Philippines from Indonesia, now has the chance to shorten her prison term through the Good Conduct Time Allowance (GCTA), according to Justice Undersecretary Raul Vasquez. Veloso, who faced years on death row for drug trafficking, is now eligible for the same rights and privileges as other persons deprived…
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