Tag: Resilience

  • Senate President Escudero Urges Filipinos to Embrace Unity and Hope This Christmas

    In a heartfelt Christmas message, Senate President Francis ‘Chiz’ Escudero encouraged Filipinos to celebrate the birth of Jesus Christ with gratitude and compassion. He emphasized the importance of reflecting on the boundless love and hope that Christ’s birth brings to humanity. Escudero’s message comes at a time when the nation has faced numerous challenges, including…

  • President Marcos Jr. Endorses 2024 National Security Strategy to Confront Local and International Threats

    In a significant move to bolster national security, President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. has given the green light to the 2024 National Security Strategy (NSS). The approval came during a strategic meeting at Malacañang Palace on December 19, 2024, attended by key security officials including National Security Adviser Eduardo M. Año. The NSS, which aligns…

  • President Marcos Jr. Endorses 2024 National Security Strategy to Confront Local and International Challenges

    In a significant move to bolster the Philippines’ security framework, President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. has given his approval to the 2024 National Security Strategy (NSS). The announcement came from National Security Adviser Eduardo Año, who stated that the President signed off on the strategy during a meeting at Malacañang Palace on December 19, 2024.…

  • Mindanao Youth Rally for Disaster Resilience at Inaugural Convergence

    In a significant move to bolster disaster preparedness, the Mindanao Development Authority (MinDA) kicked off the first Mindanao Youth Convergence (MYC) in Davao City. The event, held on December 18, 2024, drew around 200 young leaders from across the region, aiming to enhance their capabilities in disaster resilience and contribute to the development of the…

  • DOLE Honors Key Collaborators for Enhancing Government Service Delivery in Bicol

    In a significant event held at The Marison Hotel in Legazpi City on December 17, 2024, the Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) celebrated its vital partnerships with local government units, individuals, and other stakeholders crucial for delivering effective government services in the Bicol region. The ceremony, known as the Oragon Awards, was a platform…

  • 88 Bicol Local Governments Honored for Outstanding Disaster Preparedness

    In a ceremony held at the Oriental Hotel in Legazpi City on December 12, 2024, the Office of Civil Defense (OCD) in Bicol recognized 88 local government units (LGUs) for their exemplary work in disaster risk reduction management (DRRM) and humanitarian assistance through the prestigious Gawad KALASAG award. Bato Mayor Juan Rodulfo Jr. was among…

  • President Marcos Jr. Establishes New Office to Boost Marawi’s Recovery

    MARAWI RECOVERY. An image of the ongoing permanent shelter construction in Marawi City. President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. has recently established the Office of the Presidential Adviser for Marawi Rehabilitation and Development (OPAMRD) to enhance the efficiency and timeliness of recovery efforts under the Bangon Marawi Comprehensive Rehabilitation and Recovery Program. (Image provided by DHSUD)…

  • Yolanda Survivors Urged to Apply Lessons Learned for Future Resilience

    On the 11th anniversary of Super Typhoon Yolanda, also known internationally as Haiyan, officials in Tacloban City emphasized the importance of learning from past disasters to enhance future resilience. The commemoration took place on November 8, 2024, and was marked by a solemn tribute at a mass grave site in Basper village, where over 2,000…