Tag: subic bay
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“Birds of Subic Bay” book launching
Haring Ibon is proud to announce the launching of the groundbreaking book from Vinz Pascua, “Birds of Subic Bay” happening this November 21, 2024 at Ayala Malls Harbor Point in Subic Bay. The launch is part of the 32nd Anniversary of the Subic Bay Metropolitan Authority (SBMA) with SBMA Chairman and Administrator Eduardo Jose Aliño…
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SBMA @32, whazz Up ? Next month, or 30 days from now, the conversion of this huge US Naval Base complex, reputed to be largest overseas naval base of the United States government will mark its 32 years as the pioneer Freeport establishment in the country. On November 21, 1992, the US Navy relinquished the…
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Travel Breathe Dive in Subic
SUBIC BAY FREEPORT–The Department of Tourism – Region III, in partnership with key dive stakeholders, launched the first Travel Breathe Dive (TBD) initiative in Subic Bay, marking the third destination under the TBD program since its inception in 2022. Despite initial concerns about murky waters, dive visibility exceeded expectations, captivating participants with Subic’s hidden wreck…
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PH fleet on 3-day naval exercise off Subic Bay
MANILA – Major naval and air assets of the Philippine fleet (PF) are carrying out a unilateral naval exercise, focusing on in-depth naval warfare operations, in the waters southwest of Subic Bay, Zambales from Aug. 27 to 30. PF public office chief Lt. Giovanni Badidles said the exercise would test and enhance the interoperability between…
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US Defense Secretary in Subic Bay
The Subic Bay Metropolitan Authority (SBMA) Board of Directors and agency officials welcome US Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin III and US Ambassador MaryKay Carlson, during their brief visit to Subic Bay Freeport on Wednesday as part of their official itinerary. The United States government plans to invest in high-quality, high-impact infrastructure via the Luzon…
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Recto urges Japanese firms to invest in PH
MANILA – Finance Secretary Ralph Recto urged Japanese investors to invest in the Philippines and assured them that ongoing amendments to the country’s fiscal incentives system will address their key concerns. “To begin with, the Philippines is booming and has all the makings of a tiger economy. This makes us the most strategic safe haven…
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FOURTH STAGING OF IRONMAN IN THE PHILIPPINES DRAWS ATHLETES FROM 54 COUNTRIES
SUBIC BAY FREEPORT – The IRONMAN Group is gearing up for an unprecedented turnout for the fourth staging of the Century Tuna IRONMAN® Philippines and the 11th for the IRONMAN® 70.3 Subic Bay on Sunday, June 9, 2024, with the premier endurance races expected to draw more than a thousand athletes to take on the…
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US gov’t aid possible for Luzon Economic Corridor feasibility study
MANILA – The United States government could extend its assistance to the Philippines in doing the feasibility study for the Luzon Economic Corridor, officials from both governments said on Tuesday. On the sidelines of the 6th Indo-Pacific Business Forum in Taguig City, Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) Secretary Alfredo Pascual said the US Trade…
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Marcos: Cerberus, Hyundai tie up to restore PH shipbuilding glory days
MANILA – The partnership between US equity firm Cerberus and South Korea’s HD Hyundai Heavy Industries in the strategically located Subic Bay will allow the Philippines to regain its footing in the global shipbuilding industry, President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. said Tuesday. During the announcement of the partnership in Malacañang, Marcos welcomed the two global…
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US, Japan to unveil Luzon investment connecting 4 major PH biz hubs
MANILA – The United States, Japan, and the Philippines are set to unveil the Partnership for Global Infrastructure and Investment (PGII) Luzon Corridor that will usher in new infrastructure projects to connect Subic Bay, Clark, Manila, and Batangas. The PGII, founded by the G7 countries, aims to mobilize up to USD600 billion by 2027 to…
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Bright Leaf Agriculture Journalism Awards shines a new light in 2024
The 17th Bright Leaf Agriculture Journalism Awards return with a bigger and brighter than before, with the theme “Illuminating Change”. Initiated by the Philip Morris Fortune Tobacco Corporation (PMFTC), the annual Bright Leaf awards honors the work done by the Philippine agricultural journalists to uplift the various agricultural communities around the country. Over the span…
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DENR marks ‘Pawikan Day’ by releasing 800 sea turtles
ZAMBALES — Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) released more than 800 hatchlings of marine turtles or “pawikan” in Subic Bay and the coastal areas of San Narciso and Masinloc towns in Zambales. This is part of the annual celebration of “Pawikan Day” which primarily aims to promote marine turtle protection and conservation efforts. …
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US says fuel delivery to Subic made via proper channels
MANILA – The United States Embassy in Manila confirmed on Thursday that a fuel shipment is being transported from a US military facility in Hawaii to be stored in a “commercial storage facility” at Subic Bay. US Embassy spokesperson Kanishka Gangopadhyay told reporters that the delivery was made through proper channels, using established logistics contracts…
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Subic Bay welcomes 2024 with pyromusical display
Subic Bay welcomes 2024 New Year’s Day with a pyromusical display at the Boardwalk Activity Center in Subic Bay Freeport. This photo was taken at The Aurora Suites and Pavilion – Subic roof deck – swimming pool area as vantage point view. (Photo for Ang Pahayagan / ALAN MAURICIO FABRICANTE)
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France to help in dev’t of PH submarine force
MANILA – France has reiterated its support to the ongoing Armed Forces of the Philippines Modernization Program (AFPMP) including the development of the country’s submarine force, the Department of National Defense (DND) said Wednesday. This came following French Ambassador-designate Marie Fontanel-Lassalle’s introductory call to DND Secretary Gilberto C. Teodoro Jr. on Sept. 14. “Emphasizing France’s…
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