May 23, 2025

Tag: Western Visayas

  • PDEA Strikes Hard: Western Visayas Drug Situation Kept in Check

    In a bold move against narcotics, the Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency (PDEA) has successfully kept the illegal drug situation in Western Visayas under control. Despite the ongoing battle against drugs, PDEA Region 6’s information officer, Graciella Tanaleon, confidently stated in a recent interview that the region’s drug problem remains manageable. This assurance comes amidst continuous…

    Written by

    Janelle Sebastian

  • President Marcos Jr. Engages Deeply with Western Visayas’ Challenges, Says Iloilo Mayor

    Iloilo City Mayor Jerry Treñas has praised President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. for his thorough understanding of the issues facing Western Visayas, particularly the power and water supply challenges in Iloilo City. During a Regional Development Council (RDC) meeting on February 13, 2025, which the President personally chaired, Treñas highlighted the region’s pressing concerns. With…

    Written by

    Rodel Jacinto

  • President Marcos Engages Deeply with Western Visayas’ Challenges, Says Iloilo Mayor

    Iloilo City Mayor Jerry Treñas has praised President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. for his thorough understanding of the issues facing Western Visayas, particularly the power and water supply challenges in Iloilo City. During a Regional Development Council (RDC) meeting on February 13, 2025, which the President personally chaired, Treñas highlighted the region’s pressing concerns. With…

    Written by

    Annalyn Del Rosario

  • Western Visayas Rolls Out Ambitious AI Strategy for 2025-2030

    In a significant move towards technological advancement, Western Visayas has introduced its Artificial Intelligence (AI) Development Action Plan for the years 2025-2030. The launch took place in Iloilo City, marking a pivotal moment for the region’s future. Engineer Rowen Gelonga, who leads the Department of Science and Technology in Western Visayas and chairs the Regional…

    Written by

    Crispin Valdez

  • President Marcos Urges Iloilo Leaders to Partner with National Government on Infrastructure

    President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. has encouraged local government officials in Iloilo to work hand-in-hand with the national government on upcoming infrastructure developments in the region. This call to action came during his recent engagement with the Regional Development Council in Iloilo City, where he expressed unwavering support for key projects across Western Visayas. Marcos…

    Written by

    Manuel Castro

  • Western Visayas Anti-Drug Raids Net PHP3.69 Million in Shabu, 21 Arrests

    In a significant crackdown on drug-related activities, the Police Regional Office in Western Visayas (PRO 6) reported a successful 48-hour operation that resulted in the seizure of PHP3.69 million worth of shabu and the arrest of 21 drug suspects. The operations, spanning from February 9 to 11, 2025, were highlighted by PRO 6 as a…

    Written by

    Eliza Pascual

  • Philippine Statistics Authority Advances National ID Integration in Western Visayas

    The Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA) is actively working to integrate its national identification (ID) authentication service with local government units (LGUs) across Western Visayas. Jared Barile, the PSA’s focal person for the Philippine Identification System (PhilSys) in the region, announced that Escalante City in Negros Occidental was the first to engage in this initiative, following…

    Written by

    Mark Salazar

  • Inflation in Western Visayas Climbs to 3.6% in January 2025, Outpaces National Average

    Inflation in Western Visayas surged to 3.6% in January 2025, marking an increase from December’s 3.4% and exceeding the national average of 2.9%. This rise positions Western Visayas as having the third highest inflation rate among regions outside the National Capital Region. The update was shared by Miguel Gallego, a Statistical Specialist from the Philippine…

    Written by

    Eliza Pascual

  • Inflation in Western Visayas Jumps to 3.6% in January 2025, Outpaces National Average

    Inflation in Western Visayas escalated to 3.6% in January 2025, a rise from the 3.4% recorded in December, positioning the region as having the third highest inflation rate outside the National Capital Region. This figure also exceeds the national average of 2.9%. The update was shared by Miguel Gallego, a Statistical Specialist from the Philippine…

    Written by

    Benigno Delos Santos

  • Mass Promotion Ceremony Elevates 2,677 Police Officers in Western Visayas

    In a significant event at Camp Martin Delgado in Iloilo City, 2,677 police officers from the Western Visayas Police Regional Office (PRO6) and national support units (NSUs) were promoted to higher ranks during a mass oath-taking ceremony on Thursday, February 6, 2027. The ceremony saw 2,562 officers from PRO6 and 115 from NSUs taking their…

    Written by

    Ramon Diaz