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Quirino Governor Dax Cua urged his fellow local leaders to continue buying produce from local farmers, as he expressed his support for a bill in the House of Representatives that would compel both the national government and local government units to do the same. “Let’s support our own farmers by buying local. Mas malaki ang […]
Environment Secretary Maria Antonia Yulo Loyzaga hailed President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. for setting the tone for his administration in terms of protecting the environment and fighting climate change, during his first 100 days in office. “A very great advantage is the importance the President has given to the environment and to climate change as a […]
The Department of Environment and Natural Resources-Land Management Bureau (DENR-LMB), together with the DENR-CALABARZON, assured that measures are in place to settle land-related issues in Mabini town, Batangas province. LMB Director Emelyne Talabis and DENR-CALABARZON Regional Executive Director Nilo Tamoria made the assurance during the recent deliberations of the House of Representatives on the DENR’s […]
The government should study the social costs of online gambling in the Philippines, not just the social costs of allowing Philippine offshore gaming operators (POGOs) in the country. This was stressed on Friday by Manila 6th District Rep. Benny Abante, Jr., who said the recent spotlight on the negative impact of POGOs “should also be […]
“Transport tickets purchased online should also be discounted.” This was what Isabela 6th District Rep. Inno Dy said amid a nationwide fare hike that took effect on October 3. The Land Transportation Franchising and Regulatory Board approved a P1 provisional increase in the minimum fare for the first four kilometers of travel in public utility […]
“Salot, hindi sulit.” This was how Manila 6th District Rep. Bienvenido “Benny” Abante, Jr. categorized Philippine offshore gaming operators (POGOs) following revelations by Senate President Juan Miguel “Migz” Zubiri that the country has been blacklisted by the People’s Republic of China, which was dissuading its citizens from visiting the Philippines because of the presence of […]
The Union of Local Authorities of the Philippines is now a member of the United Cities and Local Governments, a global network of cities and local, regional, and metropolitan governments and their associations. ULAP National President and Quirino Governor Dax Cua joined the UCLG World Summit of Local and Regional Leaders and World Congress in […]
The Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) gathered over 200 industry and sector leaders for a multi-stakeholder forum with the aim of producing inclusive long-term policies that address multi-sectoral challenges in environmental resilience. This will ensure evidence-informed actions for the protection, conservation, enhancement, and regeneration of the Philippines’ ecosystems. Over the course of three […]
The Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) has given recognition to 15 “environmental frontliners” for their exemplary dedication toward environmental protection and conservation during the celebration of the 122nd Philippine Civil Service founding anniversary. With the theme—“Alagad ng Kalikasan: The Untold Stories of DENR Environmental Defenders”—the event saw the recognition of forest rangers, science […]
The president of the Union of Local Authorities of the Philippines thanked Pres. Ferdinand Marcos, Jr. (PBBM) for reassuring municipalities that he will support them in implementing their respective devolution plans. “Nagpapasalamat tayo kay Pangulong Marcos sa pahayag ng suporta. His reassurance to help municipalities will go a long way toward ensuring that no local […]