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DA GIVES FARM AID TO 12K CANDABA FARMERS, COOPS

President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. and Department of Agriculture (DA) Secretary Francisco Tiu Laurel Jr. led the distribution of agricultural interventions among 12,141 rice farmers and nine farmers’ cooperatives and associations (FCAs) in Mandili High School, Candaba, Pampanga recently. A total of 3,680 Candabeño rice farmers tilling a maximum of two hectares received P5,000 each under […]

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ROAD FOR REMOTE DAVAO DE ORO COMMUNITIES FINISHED

The Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) has recently improved a local road to provide ease of access to far-flung communities in the Municipality of Montevista, Davao de Oro. DPWH Regional Office 11 Director Juby Cordon, in her report to DPWH Secretary Manuel Bonoan, said that a two-lane concrete road was constructed to connect […]

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DOT LAUNCHES PHILIPPINE TOURISM AWARDS

To honor the excellence and continued support of industry stakeholders, institutions, and partners, the Department of Tourism (DOT) launched the Philippine Tourism Awards (PTA) to encourage friendly competition and, at the same time, further promote industry excellence. “Today, we launch the Philippine Tourism Awards which celebrates excellence in the entire tourism value chain. Through the […]

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DA, DTI, NIA INK PACT FOR EFFICIENT RICE SUPPLY

The Department of Agriculture (DA), Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) and National Irrigation Administration (NIA) signed a memorandum of understanding that aims to ensure an efficient rice supply chain and create an alternative market for the grain which will benefit both farmers and consumers. The MOU seeks to promote the Integrated Rice Supply Chain […]

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CSC: NO ENDORSED CIVIL SERVICE EXAM REVIEWERS

The Civil Service Commission (CSC) does not endorse any review material or review center for the Career Service Examination (CSE). CSC Chairperson Karlo Nograles warned the public against review centers, groups, and private individuals using the name, logo, and website of the CSC or claiming to be endorsed by the Commission in offering online and […]

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PASCUAL EYES PH-VIETNAM CROSS-BORDER COLLABORATION

Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) Secretary Fred Pascual called for deeper economic collaboration and stronger investment deal between the Philippines and Vietnam during the welcome networking reception for the Philippine business delegation at the sidelines of the Presidential visit in Vietnam. In his address, Pascual welcomed business leaders as he emphasized the shared economic […]

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DPWH FINISHES EVACUATION CENTER IN BALER, AURORA

The Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) turned over a modern evacuation center to provide shelter during emergencies in Baler, Aurora. The 543.2 square-meter facility built in Barangay Suklayin features an open space that caters 60 bunk beds, a pantry, a storage room, a laundry area, six showers, and six separate toilet rooms for […]

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3 PH CITIES BAG COVETED ASEAN TOURISM AWARDS

The Department of Tourism (DOT) lauded the winners of this year’s ASEAN Tourism Awards, with Secretary Christina Garcia Frasco noting that they have championed not just the Department’s set of standards for the local tourism industry but the whole region as well. In an awarding ceremony held in Vientiane, Laos on the sidelines of the […]

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PH, VIETNAM INK PACT ON RICE TRADE COOPERATION

Agriculture Secretary Francisco Tiu Laurel Jr. signed a memorandum of understanding with Minister Nguyen Hong Dien of the Ministry of Industry and Trade of Vietnam to enhance cooperation on rice trade. The MOU creates a framework for the promotion of sustainable rice trade cooperation that meets the common interests of the Philippines and Vietnam. Under […]

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DPWH FINISHES 2 FLOOD CONTROL PROJECTS IN LA UNION

The Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) completed two flood control projects along the Bauang River Basin in Barangays Pudoc, Nagrebcan and Parian Este, Bauang, La Union. In his report to DPWH Secretary Manual Bonoan, Region I Director Ronnel Tan said that a total length of 800 meters flood control structure was completed for […]