Tag: Regional Development
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Caraga Region Anticipates Development Surge Following Death of Key NPA Figure
The Regional Development Council (RDC) of Caraga is hopeful that the demise of Myrna Sularte, a prominent leader of the New People’s Army (NPA) known as Maria Malaya, will spur development in the region’s more isolated areas. Sularte met her end during a clash with government forces in Barangay Pianing, Butuan City on February 12.…
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Caraga Region Poised for Development Surge Following Death of Key NPA Figure
The Regional Development Council (RDC) of Caraga is hopeful that the recent demise of Myrna Sularte, a prominent leader of the New People’s Army (NPA) known as Maria Malaya, will pave the way for enhanced development in the region’s more isolated areas. Sularte met her end during a clash with government forces in Barangay Pianing,…
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Philippines Secures Further ADB Funding to Boost Workforce Skills
MANILA – The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has committed to further funding the SkillsUpNet Philippines (SUN PH) program, following the successful completion of its first phase. The agreement for the second phase, SUN PH 2, was formalized at the ADB headquarters by ADB Country Director Pavit Ramachandran, Department of Trade and Industry Secretary Ma. Cristina…
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Bicameral Committee Aligns on DEPDev Bill, Paving Way for Economic Planning Overhaul
In a significant development for the Philippine economy, the bicameral conference committee has successfully reconciled the differing provisions of the bill aimed at transforming the National Economic and Development Authority (NEDA) into the Department of Economy, Planning, and Development (DEPDev). The meeting, held at the Senate in Pasay City, was described as ‘quick and productive’…
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Six Cordillera Provinces Elevate Their Economic Status
In a commendable stride towards economic progress, the Cordillera region’s provincial governments have been recognized for their upward mobility in income classification, effective January 2025. Edna Tabanda, co-chair of the Regional Development Council, praised the local officials for their efforts during a statement made on December 13, 2024, in Baguio City. The Department of Finance…
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