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The Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA) said they are already putting the necessary comprehensive traffic management interventions in place as it seeks clarifications on a 2023 study stating that Metro Manila has the worst traffic among 387 metro areas in the world.In a press conference, MMDA Acting Chairman Atty. Don Artes said that the agency […]
Civil Service Commission Chairperson (CSC) Karlo Nograles led the Philippine delegation at the Digital Transformation Strategy and Implementation Benchmarking Study in Australia. The learning and development initiative showcases how Australian Government agencies, at the Commonwealth and State levels, have undertaken Digital Transformation. The study is the first of two modules to be held from 13-20 […]
The Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) completed a new concrete road project benefitting coconut farmers in Lemery, Batangas. In his report to DPWH Secretary Manuel Bonoan, DPWH Batangas First District Engineer Bencio Aguzar said that the completed 505-meter long farm-to-market road (FMR) project in Barangay San Isidro Ibaba provides a wide and accessible […]
The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) has completed the assessment and validation of notifications for price adjustments filed by certain manufacturers in the Coffee and Salt categories of the basic necessities with suggested retail prices (SRPs). Price adjustments have been approved for 3 of 13 stock-keeping units (SKUs) of coffee and 6 of 19 SKUs of […]
The Philippines achieved significant milestones, playing a key role in operationalizing the Loss and Damage Fund and the Santiago Network, throughout the 28th Conference of the Parties to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (COP28) in Dubai. These accomplishments encompassed successful negotiations, policy advancements, and international collaborations, reflecting the country’s commitment to urgent […]
In a move towards urban redevelopment, Quezon City Mayor Joy Belmonte met with Tourism Secretary Christina Garcia Frasco at the DOT Central Office in Makati City. The meeting tackled the city government’s proposal to transform the Quezon Memorial Circle (QMC) into a vibrant green haven for public enjoyment and cultural enrichment. The redevelopment of the […]
The Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) recently completed the rehabilitation and strengthening of Rosario Bridge 2, which now ensures the safety of motorists traversing Bambang-Kasibu-Solano Road in Bambang, Nueva Vizcaya. In his report to DPWH Secretary Manuel Bonoan and Undersecretary Eugenio Pipo, Jr., DPWH Nueva Vizcaya First District Engineer Marifel Andes reported the […]
Agriculture Secretary Francisco Tiu Laurel, Jr. said the Department of Agriculture is not considering the proposed imposition of suggested retail price (SRP) on farm products, particularly rice. “We’re not doing it. Prices of rice and other agricultural products in international markets like Thailand and other countries are volatile and fluctuating due to El Nino. Hence, […]
One of the country’s crown jewels, Palawan, bags another prestigious accolade, this time as one of the Trending Destinations in the World for 2024 on Tripadvisor, the world’s largest travel site for travel deals and reviews. This latest recognition comes on the heels of Palawan’s back-to-back global citations in 2023 as one of the World’s […]
To stimulate and sustain solid waste management practices along waterway easements that will contribute to the reduction of volume of waste ending up in waterways and drainage areas, the Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA) will establish a linear park along the easement of San Juan River in Barangay Batis. In an inspection conducted with the […]