Tag: Senator Gatchalian
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Senator Warns of Rising POGO-Linked Crimes Following Student Abduction
A recent raid on an illegal Philippine Offshore Gaming Operator (POGO) hub in Bagac, Bataan, has raised alarms after the kidnapping of a student, believed to be connected to POGO activities. Senator Sherwin Gatchalian has voiced serious concerns, suggesting that without immediate and strong action, more criminal activities targeting children could emerge. Gatchalian stressed the…
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Urgent Alert: Filipino Workers Lured into Global Scam Networks, Senator Demands Action
In a pressing call to action, Senator Sherwin Gatchalian has raised alarms about the dangerous recruitment of Filipinos into international scam operations. Highlighting the severe risks involved, including human trafficking and torture, Gatchalian insists that immediate steps must be taken to protect unsuspecting job seekers. Intelligence reports have revealed that criminal syndicates are exploiting Filipinos’…
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Senator Gatchalian Advocates for Robust Support System for OFWs Returning from Lebanon
Senator Sherwin Gatchalian has called on the Philippine government to ensure a comprehensive support system for overseas Filipino workers (OFWs) returning from Lebanon. In a statement released on Wednesday, Gatchalian highlighted the necessity of providing safety, reintegration, and livelihood opportunities to these workers to facilitate their smooth transition back into society. Gatchalian emphasized that the…
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Senator Gatchalian Calls for DTI Action on Escalating Bread Prices
In a recent statement, Senator Sherwin Gatchalian has pressed the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) to keep a vigilant eye on the soaring prices of bread, a staple food for many Filipinos. Highlighting the importance of bread as an alternative to rice, Gatchalian emphasized the need for transparency in pricing and the justification of…
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Senator Gatchalian Proposes New Measures to Combat Illicit Trade of Cigarettes and Vaping Products
Senator Sherwin Gatchalian has announced his intention to introduce new strategies to tackle the illegal trade of cigarettes and vaping products, aiming to curb significant government revenue losses and mitigate health risks linked to smoking and vaping. The Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) has reported a projected revenue shortfall of PHP40 billion from 2021 to…
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Senator Gatchalian Proposes New Measures to Combat Illicit Trade of Cigars and Vaping Products
Senator Sherwin Gatchalian has announced his intention to develop strategies to tackle the illegal trade of cigarettes and vaping products, aiming to mitigate the government’s revenue shortfall and address the health hazards linked to smoking and vaping. According to data from the Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR), the government anticipates a revenue loss of PHP40…
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Senator Urges Enhanced Safeguards for OFWs After Fatal Incident in Kuwait
Senator Sherwin Gatchalian has called for more robust safety measures for overseas Filipino workers (OFWs) following the tragic death of Jenny Alvarado in Kuwait, attributed to coal suffocation. On January 15, 2025, the senator expressed his deep sympathies to Alvarado’s family and stressed the necessity for swift action to avert future tragedies. Gatchalian pointed out…
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Senator Urges Enhanced Safeguards for Filipino Workers Abroad After Kuwait Incident
Senator Sherwin Gatchalian has called for more robust safety measures for overseas Filipino workers (OFWs) in the wake of a tragic incident in Kuwait, where Jenny Alvarado lost her life due to coal suffocation. Gatchalian expressed his deep sympathies to Alvarado’s family and stressed the necessity for swift action to prevent future tragedies. He highlighted…
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Senator Gatchalian Demands Thorough Investigation into Banks’ Role in POGO Money Laundering
Senator Sherwin Gatchalian has pledged to ramp up the investigation into the potential involvement of banks and other financial entities in money laundering activities connected to the illegal operations of Philippine offshore gaming operators (POGOs). This commitment was made public on January 13, 2024, following the shutdown of the largest POGO facility in Kawit, Cavite,…
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