Tag: Philippines
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Philippine Budget Secretary Commits to Sustained Fiscal Performance Amid Improved Deficit
Budget Secretary Amenah Pangandaman has pledged to intensify efforts to uphold the government’s commendable spending performance. This commitment comes in the wake of a reported 5.7% reduction in the national budget deficit for 2024, a development that has filled Pangandaman with joy. The announcement followed a report from the Bureau of the Treasury (BTr) indicating…
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Senator Loren Legarda Advocates for Cultural Preservation as Key to National Progress
MANILA, Philippines – Senator Loren Legarda emphasized the critical role of cultural preservation in shaping the future of the Philippines during her keynote speech at the Cultural Thoughts and Trajectories event. Held at the Manila House on Monday, February 26, 2025, the gathering was organized in collaboration with the National Commission for Culture and the…
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Supreme Court Rules Detailed Mental Illness History Unnecessary for Insanity Defense
In a landmark decision, the Supreme Court of the Philippines has clarified that a detailed history of mental illness is not a prerequisite for defendants claiming insanity as a legal defense. This decision was handed down by the court’s third division and has significant implications for future legal proceedings involving mental health defenses. The ruling…
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COMELEC Postpones Poll Survey Regulations
MANILA – The Philippine Commission on Elections (Comelec) has decided to delay the enforcement of new regulations concerning election surveys for the upcoming May 2025 National and Local Elections (NLE). Commissioner Rey Bulay announced that the implementation of Comelec Resolution No. 11117 has been put on hold to allow for further review and potential incorporation…
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Rainy Weather Forecast for Various Philippine Regions Due to Amihan and Easterlies
MANILA – The Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) has forecasted continued rainfall across several regions due to the influence of the northeast monsoon, known locally as amihan, and the easterlies. Regions such as Caraga, Davao Region, Northern Samar, Eastern Samar, Southern Leyte, Camiguin, Misamis Oriental, and Misamis Occidental are expected to see…
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Senator Poe Optimistic About DOTr’s Review of Public Utility Vehicle Modernization Program
MANILA – Senator Grace Poe expressed optimism on Wednesday regarding the Department of Transportation’s (DOTr) decision to review the Public Utility Vehicle Modernization Program (PUVMP). She hopes that this review will address the long-standing issues that have plagued the program. Poe highlighted that for over seven years, the DOTr has been urged to refine the…
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TESDA Highlights High Demand for Tourism, Agriculture, and Electronics Courses
MANILA – A senior official from the Technical Education and Skills Development Authority (TESDA) announced on Wednesday that courses in tourism, agriculture, and electronics are currently experiencing high demand due to the numerous job opportunities available in these sectors. TESDA Deputy Director General Nelly Dillera emphasized the importance of tourism, stating, ‘Tourism is at the…
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Philippine Military Welcomes Continued U.S. Aid, Signaling Robust Bilateral Relations
MANILA – The Philippine military has expressed its appreciation for the U.S. decision to exempt the country from a global freeze on foreign aid, viewing it as a testament to the enduring strength of the Philippines-U.S. relationship. Colonel Xerxes Trinidad, head of the AFP public affairs office, described the move as a positive step that…
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Rainy Conditions Expected Nationwide on Tuesday
MANILA – The entire Philippines is set to experience varying degrees of rainfall on Tuesday, influenced by two dominant weather systems. According to the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA), the easterlies will cause scattered showers and thunderstorms in the Visayas, Northern Mindanao, Caraga, and Davao Region. PAGASA warned that these areas could…
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