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The Department of Tourism (DOT) will provide P8 million for the swab testing of some 4,000 tourism workers in Boracay Island. The DOT said Boracay is expecting more local tourist arrivals in the coming months. “By supporting RT-PCR testing among workers in Boracay, the Department reiterates that safety is the unparalleled priority in reopening domestic […]
The Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) now allows contractors in the procurement of civil works contracts to conduct submission and receipts of proposed bids online. Under Department Order 87 issued by Secretary Mark Villar, a new electronic process is implemented that aims to streamline the delivery of public service while ensuring safety, health, […]
Agriculture Secretary William Dar said the Duterte administration continues to put a premium on protecting the interests and welfare of the Filipino farmers and fishers, and that sourcing additional food commodities from other countries amid the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) pandemic remains a “last resort” policy. “Our vision of a food-secure and resilient Philippines with prosperous […]
Eight hotels in Metro Manila have secured certifications from the Department of Tourism (DOT) to operate for “staycations” under the general community (GCQ). quarantine. As of October 9, the following hotels are allowed to accept staycations: Okada Manila Grand Hyatt Makati Shangri-La Nobu Hotel Shangri-La at the Fort Solaire Resort Edsa Shangri-La Joy Nostalg Hotel […]
Agriculture Secretary William Dar formally turned over the P24-million Small Water Impounding Project (SWIP) to the Arapaap Small Water Irrigation System Association (SWISA) recently in Allacapan, Cagayan. The SWIP, one of the largest of its kind in Cagayan Valley, will benefit 75 farmer-beneficiaries with a service area of 100 hectares. “Dahil sa inyong tulong ay mas […]
The Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) will be deploying an additional water master dredger with rake attachment to control the proliferation of water hyacinth that hamper the waterflow and ferry boat operation in the Pasig River. DPWH Secretary Mark Villar said that the DPWH Sagip Manila Bay Team reported its recent DPWH coordination […]
Ilocos Norte, which is famous for a variety of attractions, including its panoramic ocean views, a breathtaking wind farm, baroque architecture, and sand dunes is reopening its doors to more tourists from the rest of Luzon on October 15.“We’re elated with the decision of Governor Manotoc to finally welcome visitors from Luzon to Ilocos Norte, […]
The National Electrification Administration (NEA) has enjoined anew all electric cooperatives (ECs) in the country to provide consumers a grace period and staggered payment for electricity bills falling due within the community quarantine period. NEA Administrator Edgardo Masongsong issued Memorandum No. 2020-047, endorsing the recent advisory of the Department of Energy (DOE) on providing a […]
The Department of Agriculture (DA) and the Quezon City Local Government Unit (LGU) forged a new partnership to promote urban aquaculture and the use of aquaponics technology at the Quezon City Hall. Agriculture Secretary William Dar and Mayor Joy Belmonte also discussed the establishment of the National Urban Agriculture Research and Learning Center to be […]
The Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) has completed a 5.9-kilometer farm-to-market road (FMR) project in the municipality of Kadilingan, Bukidnon Province. According to DPWH Secretary Mark Villar, the completed the FMR project in the amount of P67-million is a convergence project of DPWH with the Department of Agrarian Reform – Mindanao Sustainable Agrarian […]