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Fish farmers need to learn the ropes on responsible and sustainable aquaculture to ensure abundant fish production meet rapidly growing fish demand all over the country and address food security, Senator Cynthia Villar said. Villar noted the speedy expansion of the aquaculture industry has compounding environmental problems caused by climate change, callous governance, and irresponsible […]
To ensure “judicious, prudent, and sound economic planning” by the government, Senator Win Gatchalian wants to review the status, sustainability, and risks of projects under the Duterte administration’s “Build, Build, Build” (BBB) infrastructure program. In filing Senate Resolution No. 759, which calls for a Senate inquiry into the financial requirements of BBB, Gatchalian said: “There […]
In observance of June as National Kidney Month, Senator Sonny Angara is calling for a wider access to free dialysis treatment amid rising number of Filipinos suffering from renal failure. “With kidney disease fast becoming one of the leading causes of death in the country, it is imperative to ensure that dialysis treatment will be […]
Senator Koko Pimentel called on Filipinos during the country’s 120th Independence Day to reaffirm their commitment to nation-building. For Pimentel, independence is just the first step in improving the quality of life for all Filipinos. Independence is just the first step improving the quality of life for all Filipinos. “We cannot falter in securing the […]
Citing the importance of early intervention and prevention in treating mental illnesses, Senator Sonny Angara has urged PhilHealth to cover the fees for consultations with psychiatrists. Globally, more than 300 million people are now living with depression, the leading cause of ill health and disability. A 2011 World Health Organization study found that the Philippines […]
Senator Sonny Angara lauded his fellow officers at the Samahang Basketbol ng Pilipinas (SBP) for taking the lead in hosting the 2018 FIBA 3×3 World Cup from June 8 to 12 at the Philippine Arena in Bulacan which, he said, again showcased the Filipinos deep love of basketball. Angara expressed gratitude to SBP president Al […]
Senator Win Gatchalian is seeking the replacement of quantitative restrictions (QRs) on rice imports with a 35% tariff that is expected to make the country’s foremost staple food more affordable for all. “The country’s protectionist policy on rice has become unsustainable. Rice consumers are spending more on rice products while domestic rice farmers remain poor, […]
While strongly condemning the killing of an assistant special prosecutor of the Office of the Ombudsman last Monday, Senator Dick Gordon urged President Rodrigo Duterte to immediately sign into law, once transmitted, the enrolled bill establishing a retirement benefit system in the Office of the Ombudsman and augmenting its employee benefits. Gordon said that while […]
Senator Koko Pimentel III recently joined the National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) in its flag-raising ceremony at its headquarters in Manila. In his message, NBI Director Dante Gierran referred to Pimentel as “the father of the modernized NBI” for his role in passing Republic Act No. 10867, or the NBI Modernization and Reorganization Act, during […]
“Innovation and new techniques are key factors to further boost the native animal industry,” said Senator Cynthia Villar as she highlighted the importance of training programs in improving current systems. Villar, who is the chairperson of the Senate Committee on Agriculture and Food, pointed out to animal breeders and producers the need to update their […]