Tag: Senate Committee
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Philippine Aviation Authority Considers Trained Birds to Tackle Drone Threats and Bird Strikes
The Civil Aviation Authority of the Philippines (CAAP) is delving into innovative solutions to enhance aviation safety, considering the use of trained birds to mitigate the risks posed by unauthorized drones and bird strikes around airports. This was revealed during a Senate Committee on Public Services hearing, where CAAP’s Aerialworks Certification and Inspection Division head,…
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Senate Report Highlights Persistent Threat of POGO-Linked Crimes Despite Ban
In a recent Senate committee report, it was revealed that criminal syndicates associated with Philippine offshore gaming operators (POGOs) are still active, adapting their operations to new sectors despite the ban. On January 15, 2025, a raid in Silang, Cavite, led to the arrest of 29 foreign nationals, highlighting the ongoing issue. Senate Deputy Minority…
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Senator Urges Overhaul of Anti-Espionage Law Amid Rising Tensions
In the wake of a Chinese national’s arrest on espionage charges and escalating tensions in the West Philippine Sea, Senate Deputy Minority Leader Risa Hontiveros has demanded swift action to bolster the nation’s Anti-Espionage Law. Hontiveros emphasized the urgency of the situation, stating, ‘The Senate must immediately enhance our existing Anti-Espionage Law.’ She highlighted the…
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Philippine Tobacco Institute Proposes Measures to Combat Illicit Tobacco Trade
The Philippine Tobacco Institute (PTI) has put forward a series of recommendations to tackle the growing problem of illicit tobacco trade, which is severely impacting tobacco farmers and government revenue. During a Senate Committee on Ways and Means hearing, PTI president Jericho Nograles highlighted that illicit tobacco products could represent 19% of the domestic market…
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Senate Committee Advances Philippine Agriculturists Act to Boost Agriculture Profession
The Senate Committee on Civil Service, Government Reorganization and Professional Regulation has given the green light to the Philippine Agriculturists Act, aiming to enhance the regulatory framework for the agriculture profession. Senator Juan Miguel Zubiri, who introduced the bill, has urged the formation of a technical working group to refine the committee report before the…
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