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TIU LAUREL WANTS HIGH RETURN PROJECTS FOR DA

Agriculture Secretary Francisco Tiu Laurel Jr. stressed the need to prioritize projects with strong, sustainable returns as the Department of Agriculture (DA) develops its multiyear budget plan. Speaking at a recent two-day budget planning session, Tiu Laurel urged DA officials to allocate limited resources strategically, focusing on projects with an internal rate of return of […]

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IMPORTATION OF RED, WHITE ONIONS GETS DA OK

Agriculture Secretary Francisco Tiu Laurel Jr. confirmed that he has authorized the importation of both red and white onions, which are expected to arrive within the next two weeks. “This importation of 3,000 metric tons of red onions and 1,000 metric tons of white onions is intended to ensure we have sufficient buffer stocks while […]

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ANGARA LEADS MOVE TO REVISE ANTI-BULLYING LAW IRR

In an aim to address the challenges of bullying in schools, the Department of Education (DepEd) is working with the Second Congressional Commission on Education (EDCOM II) to revise the Implementing Rules and Regulations (IRR) of the Anti- Bullying Act of 2013. “Kailangan na mas mabusisi at masinop tayo sa pagbantay ng mga bullying incidents,” […]

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DPWH COMPLETES BRIDGES IN 2 ILOILO TOWNS

The construction of two vital bridges by the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) now significantly improves safety and connectivity for far-flung communities in Maasin and Janiuay, Iloilo Province. Completed in the municipality of Maasin is the Tubang Bridge project which involved the construction of a 60-lineal meter concrete bridge with sidewalks and slope […]

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DEPED, NEA COMMIT TO ENERGIZE LAST MILE SCHOOLS

The Department of Education (DepEd) has signed a Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) with the National Electrification Administration (NEA) to provide reliable and sufficient electricity to Last Mile Schools (LMS) across the country. This is guided by the priority policies of the Marcos Administration. “In the past, power has given us access, power has given us […]

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DA PEGS NFA RICE PRICE AT P35/KILO

The Department of Agriculture (DA) has set the price of National Food Authority (NFA) rice at P35 per kilo, lower than the initial estimate of P38 per kilo, as part of the government’s response to the declared food security emergency. The NFA will release at least 150,000 metric tons of rice—half of its 300,000 metric-ton […]

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TAXES ARE INVESTMENTS IN PH’S FUTURE — LUMAGUI

The Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) on Tuesday marked the beginning of Tax Awareness Month as it officially launched its 2025 National Tax Campaign, rallying Filipinos under the theme “Buwis na Tapat, Tagumpay Nating Lahat”—a call for transparency, accountability, and shared responsibility in nation-building.  At the campaign kickoff event held at the Philippine International Convention […]

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KOREAN-SPEAKING AGENTS NOW IN DOT TOURIST HOTLINE

Tourists can now access support from Korean-speaking agents through the Department of Tourism’s (DOT) expanded Tourist Assistance Call Center (TACC).The DOT made the announcement on the expansion of the tourist hotline to provide Korean-speaking support, reflecting the Department’s commitment to enhancing service for travelers from South Korea, the country’s largest source of inbound tourists. Inquiring […]

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DTI CHIEF EYES PH AS PREMIER INVESTMENT HUB

Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) Secretary Cristina Roque laid out strategies to strengthen the United Kingdom and the Philippines’ (UK-PH) economic ties at the “Forecasting 2025: UK-PH Economic Perspectives” recently. These initiatives are central to the DTI’s broader campaign to establish the Philippines as a leading investment hub. “We celebrate another year of fruitful […]

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DPWH FINISHES DAVAO CITY DIVERSION ROAD ASPHALTING

The Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) has completed preventive maintenance works on the crucial sections of the Davao City Diversion Road, in an effort to improve connectivity and enhance the daily travel of motorists and commuters in the greater Davao City. In his report to Secretary Manuel Bonoan, DPWH Regional Office 11 Director […]