Category: government
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111 Central Luzon fishers finish training on sea safety, survival
ZAMBALES — A total of 111 small-scale fisherfolk from the Central Luzon’s Zambales and Bataan provinces have completed a training on safety, survival, and security while at sea. Designed to strengthen preparedness and resilience, the “Basic Safety, Survival, and Security at Sea” training was conducted at the Philippine Merchant Marine Academy (PMMA), in partnership with…
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BCDA taps iSON Tower to strengthen digital infra across its properties
Global telecommunications technology firm iSON Tower Ltd. Inc. has partnered with the Bases Conversion and Development Authority (BCDA) to accelerate the digital transformation of BCDA-administered properties across the region, ensuring faster, more reliable, and more affordable digital connectivity for Filipinos. On August 27, BCDA President and Chief Executive Officer Joshua M. Bingcang and iSON Tower…
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Cayetano sa Ombudsman: Magsagawa ng lifestyle check sa mga opisyal ng gobyerno
Hinimok ni Senador Alan Peter Cayetano ang Office of the Ombudsman na magsagawa ng maagap na lifestyle checks sa mga opisyal ng gobyerno bilang panangga laban sa korapsyon. Iminungkahi ito ni Cayetano sa kanyang pagtatanong sa mga kandidato na nagnanais maging susunod na Ombudsman, na isinagawa ng Judicial and Bar Council (JBC) mula August 28…
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APECO to Reopen Casiguran Accommodation Facilities in October to Boost Tourism, Local Economy
CASIGURAN, Aurora — The Aurora Pacific Economic Zone and Freeport Authority (APECO) announced that it will reopen its accommodation facilities in Casiguran this October, a move seen as part of the agency’s ongoing transformation and support for President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr.’s push to revitalize the tourism sector. The newly rehabilitated facilities include the 20-room…
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BCDA, PSC partner to develop sports facilities
NEW CLARK CITY—The Bases Conversion and Development Authority (BCDA) has partnered with the Philippine Sports Commission (PSC) to optimize the use of its properties for national sports development, as part of efforts to transform the country into a hub for world-class sports facilities. Recently, BCDA President and CEO Joshua Bingcang and PSC Chairperson John Patrick…
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Cayetano kinuwestyon ang paulit-ulit na double appropriation sa DPWH budget
Muling kinuwestyon ni Senador Alan Peter Cayetano nitong Lunes ang dobleng paglalaan ng pera sa pondo ng Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) na patuloy na lumalaki kada taon sa kabila ng babala ng mga mambabatas. Idiniin ni Cayetano kay Public Works Undersecretary Maria Catalina Cabral ang hindi malutas na isyu na ito sa…
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House leaders welcome OCTA survey showing Filipinos reject China
MANILA – House leaders on Tuesday said the latest OCTA Research survey showing that Filipinos overwhelmingly distrust China is a resounding call for unity and action to protect Philippine sovereignty. In separate statements, Deputy Speakers Paolo Ortega V of La Union and Jay Khonghun of Zambales, along with House Deputy Majority Leader Zia Alonto Adiong…
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PRO3 Wraps Up Tactical Drone Operation Seminar for 50 Personnel
PAMPANGA — The Police Regional Office 3 (PRO3) has successfully concluded a three-day Tactical Drone Operation Seminar, equipping 50 police personnel with advanced skills in utilizing drone technology to strengthen law enforcement operations. The training focused on the application of drones in surveillance, search and rescue, disaster response, and crime prevention, aligning with the vision…
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APECO President Taway Leads Groundbreaking of ₱415.73-M Key Infrastructure Projects in Casiguran
AURORA— The Aurora Pacific Economic Zone and Freeport Authority (APECO) has officially commenced the construction of six major infrastructure projects worth ₱415.73 million, a move aimed at making the ecozone “investment-ready” and resilient for future growth. APECO President and CEO Atty. Gil G. Taway IV led the groundbreaking ceremony attended by National Electrification Administration (NEA)…
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Ang pagbibigay-linaw ni Leo A. Abella – Acting Chief of Bay Service, Port of Subic sa ginanap na “Talakayan sa Freeport” hinggil sa mga proseso ng Bureau of Customs ay isang positibong hakbang tungo sa mas bukas at epektibong pamahalaan. Sa panahon kung saan mahalaga ang tiwala ng publiko, ang ganitong mga talakayan ay nagsisilbing…
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Cayetano, binanatan ang BSP sa pagkaantala ng pagtanggal ng gambling site links sa e-wallets
Pinuna ni Senador Alan Peter Cayetano nitong Miyerkules ang Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) dahil binigyan pa ng 48 oras ang mga e-wallet provider para tanggalin ang mga link papunta sa mga online gambling site. Bilang chairman ng Senate Committee on Banks, Financial Institutions and Currencies, kwinestiyon ng senador kung bakit ngayon lamang kumilos ang…
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Mga Cayetano, nakiisa sa GMA Gala Night 2025
Nakiisa sina Senador Alan Peter Cayetano at City of Taguig Mayor Lani Cayetano sa ilan sa pinakamalalaking bituin sa bansa sa GMA Gala Night nitong Sabado, August 2, 2025. Ipinagdiwang sa okasyon ang dalawang mahalagang anibersaryo ng Kapuso Network—ang ika-75 taon ng GMA at ang ika-30 anibersaryo ng Sparkle GMA Artist Center. Dumalo si Senador…
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Cayetano: Dapat may matibay na paninindigan ang Gabinete laban sa online gambling
Nanawagan si Senator Alan Peter Cayetano sa mga ahensya ng edukasyon na magsalita laban sa patuloy na paglaganap ng online gambling sa bansa, kasabay ng paalala na hindi dapat isakripisyo ang kinabukasan ng mga kabataan kapalit ng kita mula sa sugal. “Shouldn’t CHED, TESDA, and DepEd weigh in?” tanong ni Cayetano sa kanyang manifestation sa…
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SSS to Roll Out Historic Pension Reform Program Starting September 2025, Three-Year Pension Increase to Benefit All Types of Pensioners
The Social Security System (SSS) will implement a landmark Pension Reform Program starting September 2025, in line with the directive of President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. and following the discussion of Finance Secretary Ralph G. Recto with the President on the matter. Supported by comprehensive actuarial studies, the program features a structured, three-year increase in…
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PDEA heightens campaign in support of PBBM’s bloodless fight vs. illegal drugs
ZAMBALES—The Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency (PDEA) Central Luzon reported intensified operations and advocacy efforts in support of President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr.’s call for a bloodless anti-drug campaign, as emphasized in his 2025 State of the Nation Address (SONA). In his SONA, the President disclosed that nearly ₱83 billion worth of illegal drugs were confiscated…
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