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LEGARDA BATS FOR SUSTAINABLE FOOD SYSTEMS

Senate President Pro Tempore Loren Legarda said that the future of food will depend not only on the type of food consumed but also on its production process and how it is taken. Legarda, a notable environmental advocate, reiterated her commitment as a steward of culinary heritage and advocate for sustainable food systems. “The economic […]

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CYNTHIA VILLAR BACKS PH POULTRY SECTOR GROWTH

Saying that poultry and egg productions are vital in food security, sustainability and poverty reduction, Senator Cynthia Villar underlined the need to always seek ways to help our farmers. Speaking during the United Broiler Raisers Association (UMBRA) and the Philippine Egg Board Association events in Quezon City recently, Villar stressed the country’s poultry industry is […]

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CREATE MORE DECENT JOBS FOR WOMEN – POE

Senator Grace Poe implored concerned government agencies to remain steadfast in creating economic opportunities for more women to find decent jobs. “We need more women in the labor force. They represent a formidable talent pool and an underutilized resource in the world of work,” Poe said as the nation celebrates the International Women’s Month. “Increasing […]

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LEGARDA NOTES ROLE OF WOMEN IN CLIMATE ACTION

Senate President Pro Tempore Loren Legarda made a reminder to recognize that being proactive in women’s rights will make the real change on top of discussing it. “This celebration serves more than just a tribute to women; it is a moment to highlight the often-overlooked contributions of women, particularly on unpaid care work, and the […]

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FILE UNGA RESOLUTION VS CHINA NOW – HONTIVEROS

Senator Risa Hontiveros said the Executive should fast track the filing of a resolution to the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) that calls on China to stop the rampant harassment of Filipinos in the West Philippine Sea. Hontiveros’ statement comes after four Philippine Navy personnel were injured due to China Coast Guard’s firing of water […]

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CYNTHIA VILLAR TO HOG RAISERS: GIVE QUALITY PORK

Senator Cynthia Villar is upbeat that hog producers’ link and network with institutional markets such as restaurants and hotels will lessen their dependence on imported pork. While recognizing the Filipinos’ love for pork, Villar said it is imperative for our hog producers to provide consumers with good quality pork. “The love for pork of our […]

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BONG GO AIDS FIRE VICTIMS IN DASMARIÑAS CITY

Senator Bong Go reiterated his ongoing commitment to improving housing conditions for Filipinos, particularly those displaced by natural and man-made disasters. Go showed this during his Malasakit team’s relief efforts for recovering fire victims in Dasmariñas City, Cavite recently. The legislator’s office also partnered with the National Housing Authority (NHA) so that qualified fire victims […]

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LEGARDA GIVES 1,400 QC RESIDENTS LIVELIHOOD AID

Senate President Pro Tempore Loren Legarda provided P30 million to around 1,400 Quezon City residents through the DOLE Kabuhayan program. “Lubos kaming naniniwala na ang aming iniabot ay makatutulong upang makadagdag sa kabuhayan ng ating mga kababayang nangangailangan nito,” Legarda said. “With our livelihood assistance, we give them an opportunity to help them dig themselves […]

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TABERNACLE CHOIR OPENS PH SENATE SESSION

As part of the Senate’s plan to invite Filipino artists to open the Senate session, Wednesday’s agenda marked a little divergence from the program: members of the Utah-based The Tabernacle Choir at Temple Square performed songs of worship to senators and guests before plenary discussions on important measures. Upon the invitation of Senate President Migz […]

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BONG GO SENDS AID TO MANILA FIRE VICTIMS

Senator Bong Go pledged his continuous support for the Emergency Housing Assistance Program of the National Housing Authority (NHA), as he and his Malasakit Team personally aided fire victims in Manila City recently. “Ang matatanggap niyo po ngayon ay mula sa programa ng NHA kung saan kayo po ay bibigyan ng emergency housing assistance o […]