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Renewing its commitment to the economic recovery initiatives of President Ferdinand Marcos Jr., Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) Secretary Fred Pascual laid down the major milestones achieved by the Department throughout the year in areas of trade expansion, investment promotion, business climate competitiveness, workforce upskilling, and digital transformation for micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs), […]
In his year-end message to government officials and employees, Civil Service Commission (CSC) Chairperson Karlo Nograles expressed appreciation for the dedication and heroism of civil servants who continue to serve with passion and integrity even in the face of adversity. He noted how government workers from different fields weathered every crisis with the resilient and […]
The Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) has officially signed the contract agreement for the detailed engineering design (DED) of the highly anticipated Panay-Guimaras-Negros Island Bridges Project. DPWH Secretary Manuel Bonoan approved the Contract for Consultant’s Services of Yooshin Engineering Corporation in a joint venture with Kyong-Ho Engineering and Architects Co., Ltd., Dohwa Engineering […]
The Department of Tourism (DOT) cited the newly inaugurated Tourist Rest Area in Carmen, Cebu as an “ideal” public-private partnership framework, noting that the collaboration among the DOT, the TIEZA – Tourism Infrastructure and Enterprise Zone Authority, the local government unit of Carmen, and the Cebu Safari & Adventure Park is a first step toward […]
The Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA) renewed its call to the local government units (LGUs) in Metro Manila to designate fireworks display zones in their respective localities for the New Year revelry. According to MMDA Acting Chairman Atty. Don Artes, the designation of fireworks display zones in every LGU will provide a safer environment during […]
The Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) completed a bridge that is now benefiting farmers and locals in Barangay Burol, General Mamerto, Nueva Ecija. In his report to DPWH Secretary Manuel Bonoan, Nueva Ecija 2nd District Engineer Elpidio Trinidad reported the completion of a 2-lane bridge spanning 25 meters complete with railings and solar-powered […]
The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) successfully carried out its heightened enforcement of technical regulations, resulting in the confiscation of uncertified fireworks in Bocaue, Bulacan. During the enforcement operations, four out of the 33 inspected retail firms were issued with Notices of Violation (NOV) for selling fireworks not covered by the Philippine Standard (PS) license and […]
Agriculture Secretary Francisco Tiu Laurel, Jr. enjoined employees of the agency to stay focused on the goal of ensuring food security next year as the Philippines faces the challenge of El Niño and threats of external price and supply shocks. As he led the Department of Agriculture’s annual Christmas celebration, his first as head of […]
Philippine Charity Sweepstakes Office (PCSO) Chairman Junie E. Cua vowed to collaborate with more institutions focused on the welfare of vulnerable children in the coming year. “There are many institutions catering to our vulnerable sectors, particularly children, who need support. Makakaasa po ang mga kababayan natin na sa susunod na taon ay tututukan natin ang […]
The Department of Public Works and Highways recently completed its newest flood mitigation initiative along the Bayambang River in Infanta, Pangasinan. In his report to DPWH Secretary Manuel Bonoan, Region I Director Ronnel Tan said that the project implemented in the flood-prone part of Barangay Bayambang involved the construction of reinforced concrete revetment complemented by […]