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The Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) is developing a digital track-and-trace system that will allow consumers and regulators to verify the authenticity of vape products and other excisable goods using QR codes readable by any smartphone. The initiative is part of the agency’s efforts to curb the proliferation of smuggled and unregulated vape products, which […]
The Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) completed a vital flood control project along the Padsan River in the towns of Sarrat and Piddig, Ilocos Norte — just in time for the upcoming rainy season. In support of the “Build Better More” infrastructure program and in response to President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.’s call for […]
Transportation Secretary Vince Dizon has ordered the immediate suspension and eventual revocation of the driver’s license of a Taxihub Transport driver who overcharged a NAIA passenger, which was caught on video. Following President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.’s order to ensure that passengers are charged fairly, Dizon likewise ordered the Land Transportation Office (LTO) and Land Transportation […]
The Philippines is rapidly scaling up its coconut replanting efforts in a bold attempt—envisioned by President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.—to reclaim its historic position as the world’s top coconut producer (Ph is the top coconut exporter, however it is the #2 coconut producer) a title lost to Indonesia nearly 30 years ago. The Philippine Coconut Authority […]
Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) Secretary Cristina Roque brought the agency’s flagship “Diskwento Caravan” to Las Piñas recently. The caravan offers a wide range of affordable school supplies and vital business development services. Aside from offering discounted consumer goods, under the “Lab For All” project led by First Lady Liza Araneta Marcos, the […]
The Department of Agriculture (DA) on Monday signed separate agreements with the Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) and the Philippine Carabao Center (PCC) to expand the implementation of the P20 rice program of President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. Agriculture Secretary Francisco Tiu Laurel Jr. and Labor Secretary Bienvenido Laguesma formalized the inclusion of minimum wage […]
The Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) is ramping up efforts to support local and foreign investors, consistent with President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.’s goal of making the Philippines a premier investment destination. This according to BIR Commissioner Romeo Lumagui Jr., who in a post on his official Facebook page revealed that he has directed “all BIR […]
Secretary Raphael Lotilla formally assumed leadership of the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) during a turnover ceremony at the DENR Central Office in Visayas Avenue, Quezon City from Secretary Maria Antonia Yulo Loyzaga. Lotilla brings with him a wealth of experience as a public servant, legal scholar, and energy policy expert. “I take […]
Agriculture Secretary Francisco Tiu Laurel Jr. rolled out in Siquijor, Siquijor the P20 rice program, a bold initiative aimed at delivering affordable rice to Filipinos and fulfilling the vision of President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. of inclusive growth and a food-secure Philippines. “The launch of the P20 program in this magical island of Siquijor serves as […]
Two officials of the Land Transportation Office (LTO) Cagayan Region have been removed from their posts following a viral video wherein they were seen physically harming two individuals, including a minor. Transportation Secretary Vince Dizon ordered the immediate relief of Assistant Regional Director Manuel Baricaua and Chief Enforcer Charles Ursolum, while reminding Department of Transportation […]