Tag: Philippine Government
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Government Provides PHP198 Million in Aid to Families Impacted by Mt. Kanlaon’s Activity
The Philippine government, in collaboration with local authorities, has disbursed PHP198 million in relief to families affected by the ongoing volcanic activity of Mt. Kanlaon, as reported by the National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council (NDRRMC) on Friday. The aid distribution breaks down to PHP127.3 million for Central Visayas and PHP70.7 million for Western…
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Philippine Government to Offer Extensive Support to 17 Rescued Filipino Seafarers
The Department of Migrant Workers (DMW) has pledged to provide comprehensive financial and welfare support to 17 Filipino seafarers who were recently released by Houthi rebels. DMW Secretary Hans Leo Cacdac announced that the department, working alongside the Overseas Workers Welfare Administration (OWWA) and other governmental bodies, will offer a range of assistance to the…
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House of Representatives Boasts High Public Approval Thanks to Strong Leadership
MANILA – The House of Representatives has secured a robust public approval rating, largely credited to the effective stewardship of Speaker Ferdinand Martin Romualdez, according to House officials on Thursday. A recent survey by the Social Weather Stations (SWS), conducted between December 12 and 18, 2024, revealed that the House enjoys a 54 percent satisfaction…
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House Leader Defends 2025 Budget Integrity Against Duterte’s Claims
In a robust defense of the 2025 national budget, Deputy Majority Leader and La Union 1st District Representative Paolo Ortega V refuted former President Rodrigo Duterte’s accusations of ‘blank appropriations’ within the budget. Ortega labeled these claims as deliberate misinformation intended to reinstate the controversial confidential funds previously allocated to Vice President Sara Duterte’s office.…
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House Leader Defends 2025 Budget Against Allegations of Irregularities
In a robust defense of the 2025 national budget, Deputy Majority Leader and La Union 1st District Representative Paolo Ortega V refuted claims made by former President Rodrigo Duterte about the presence of ‘blank appropriations’ in the budget. Ortega labeled these accusations as disinformation intended to manipulate the budget process and reinstate confidential funds previously…
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Philippine Government Reassesses OFW Deployment to Kuwait Following Fatal Incidents
In response to the heartbreaking deaths of two Filipino workers in Kuwait, the Department of Migrant Workers (DMW) has initiated a comprehensive review of its policies regarding the deployment of overseas Filipino workers (OFWs) to the country. The announcement came on January 22, 2025, highlighting the urgency of the situation. Migrant Workers Secretary Hans Leo…
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President Marcos to Decide on PNP Chief Marbil’s Term Extension Before Retirement
MANILA – President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. is set to make a crucial decision regarding the potential extension of Philippine National Police (PNP) Chief Gen. Rommel Marbil’s term before his mandatory retirement on February 7, according to Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG) Secretary Jonvic Remulla. This announcement came after a meeting at…
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President Marcos Jr. Reinstates PNP’s IT Budget, Cuts Added Intelligence Funds
In a significant move, President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. has ordered the restoration of the Philippine National Police’s (PNP) information technology (IT) budget, which had been previously cut. This decision was announced by Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG) Secretary Jonvic Remulla during a press briefing at the Palace. The budget cuts, part…
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Government Bolsters Infrastructure in West Philippine Sea with PHP3.03 Billion
In a significant move to safeguard the nation’s expansive territories, the Philippine government has allocated PHP3.03 billion to enhance infrastructure within the West Philippine Sea (WPS). This financial commitment was highlighted by Rear Admiral Roy Vincent Trinidad, the Philippine Navy’s spokesperson for the WPS, who emphasized that the funds are a clear demonstration of the…
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Overwhelming Majority of Filipinos Support Government’s Defense of West Philippine Sea
A recent OCTA Research survey reveals that a significant 84% of Filipinos endorse the Philippine government’s actions to safeguard and assert its maritime rights in the West Philippine Sea. The survey, known as Tugon ng Masa, was carried out between November 10 and 16, 2024, and highlighted a robust backing for these efforts across various…
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