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PH TO HOST ASEAN PEATLANDS CONSERVATION MEET

The Philippines, through the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR), will host the 6th Meeting of ASEAN Task Force on Peatlands (ATFP) Meeting and 3rd Programme Steering Committee Meetings of ASEAN Peatland Programmes and Projects slated for June 28-30, 2021. DENR Secretary Roy Cimatu said the meetings will “keep the country on track in […]

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DPWH MARKS 123rd FOUNDING ANNIVERSARY

The Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) celebrated its 123rd Founding Anniversary with the theme “DPWH @ 123: Matatag na Imprastruktura, Laban sa Pandemya,” helping the country triumph over the health crisis. “For the second year since COVID-19 pandemic hit, we are celebrating sans fanfare programs, as we dedicate this day to honor the […]

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DOT LAUNCHES REGION 1 TOURISM RECOVERY PLAN

Bicycle tours, motorbiking and other outdoor activities are part of the recovery plan that the Department of Tourism (DOT) shall execute to spur local tourism in the Ilocos Region, Tourism Secretary Berna Romulo-Puyat announced during a technical inspection of tourism sites in Pangasinan.  During her three-day visit to Pangasinan, Romulo-Puyat explained that with the shift in local […]

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NEA TO COOPS: INVEST IN EMBEDDED POWER GENERATION

State-run National Electrification Administration (NEA) is encouraging the electric cooperatives (ECs) to invest in embedded power generation projects to mitigate future electricity supply shortages in their respective coverage areas. NEA Administrator Edgardo Masongsong said embedded power generation could serve as supplemental energy supply during peak demand times, and reserve or backup power to consumers during […]

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CABSEC NOGRALES BARES VICTORIES IN FIGHT VS HUNGER

Cabinet Secretary Karlo Nograles led participants in the 8th leg of the Kasama sa Pamana: Regional Pre-SONA (State of the Nation Address) series in San Fernando, Pampanga last June 22, 2021, together with PCOO Secretary Martin Andanar, CORDS for Central Luzon and Vaccine Czar Secretary Carlito Galvez Jr., PIA Director General and PCOO Undersecretary Ramon […]

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DENR PLANTS COCONUT TREES ON MANILA BAYWALK

The Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) has begun planting matured coconut trees along the Manila Baywalk on Roxas Boulevard as part of the government’s efforts to rehabilitate Manila Bay. DENR Secretary Roy Cimatu said around 60 matured coconut palms will be planted along the shore to complement the agency’s beach nourishment project, which […]

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DA LAUNCHES ID-CASH CARD FOR FARMERS – DAR

In line with the continued updating of the Registry System for Basic Sectors in Agriculture (RSBSA), the Department of Agriculture (DA) will provide validated farmers their respective “Interventions Monitoring Card” or IMC that serves as an identification (ID) and cash card. “This year’s rollout of the RSBSA-IMC is a milestone in the history of Philippine […]

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EMPERADOR BRANDY NOW SOLD IN INDONESIA – DTI

The Philippine Trade and Investment Center (PTIC) – Jakarta reported that Emperador Brandy is now available in Indonesia after months of discussion with importing entities, bringing the taste of proudly Filipino-made alcoholic beverage to the largest Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) economy. “Emperador is a household name and a global brand, and we are […]

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CABSEC NOGRALES BACKS RURAL ELECTRIFICATION DRIVE

Cabinet Secretary Karlo Nograles made a brief but productive visit to the Tablas Island Electric Cooperative (TIELCO) main office in Romblon last June 18, 2021 where he expressed full support for electric cooperatives’ (ECs) advocacy of achieving comprehensive rural electrification in the countryside. In a meeting with Congressman Budoy Madrona, Governor Jose Riano, TIELCO OIC-General […]

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MMDA REOPENS DARIO BRIDGE U-TURN SLOT – ABALOS

The Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA) has reopened the Dario Bridge U-turn slot in Quezon City to help ease traffic congestion on the northbound lanes of EDSA. MMDA Chairman Benhur Abalos said the reopening of U-turn slot at Dario Bridge aims to decongest traffic and reduce motorists’ travel time in the area. “This would benefit […]