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Agriculture Secretary Francisco Tiu Laurel, Jr. is confident Philippine tobacco could make the grade for new smoke-free products that could help reverse the decline in local leaf production and boost earnings for millions of Filipino farmers dependent on the high-value crop. Speaking at the inauguration of the P2.2-billion manufacturing facility of Philip Morris International and […]
Delivering her keynote remarks at the inauguration of the Tourist Rest Area (TRA) in Roxas, Palawan, Department of Tourism (DOT) Secretary Christina Garcia Frasco emphasized the Marcos administration’s prioritization of impactful infrastructure projects which aims to address the basic needs of tourists and ensure their memorable and convenient experience in the country. “Layunin po natin […]
The Metro Manila Council (MMC) has agreed to defer the implementation of the 7am to 4pm new work schedule for the local government units of Metro Manila to May 2, instead of April 15, to give more time to prepare for the transition of the adjusted work hours. Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA) Acting Chairman […]
The Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) has completed a dike project that now protects riverside communities from overflow and offers a recreational area for locals and tourists in Jordan, Guimaras. Costing P72.3 million, the project spans 100 lineal meters with 585 lineal meters of pre-casted concrete piles, and 8.2 kilometers of steel sheet […]
On the sidelines of the United States-Japan-Philippines Trilateral Meeting in Washington, D.C., Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) Secretary Fred Pascual engaged in discussions with representatives from Wagmi Solutions (WS), the parent company of NanoForge Technologies. Their meeting focused on NanoForge’s plans to establish a manufacturing facility in the Philippines dedicated to producing high-efficiency air […]
The Civil Service Commission (CSC) notes the new resolution of the Metro Manila Development Authority (MMDA) and Metro Manila Council (MMC) to adopt the flexible working schedule for public servants in local government units (LGUs) in the metro as a temporary solution to traffic congestion. In a statement, CSC Chairperson Karlo Nograles noted that the […]
The Civil Service Commission (CSC) has maintained its position among the top government agencies with high approval and trust ratings, placing 9th in both categories according to a recent national survey. CSC Chairperson Karlo Nograles thanked the transacting public and the 1.9 million civil servants in the country for their continued support of the agency’s […]
A relative of the Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG) Secretary Benhur Abalos was arrested for colorum operation violation. The suspect, identified as alias Jaz Abalos, was apprehended during the entrapment operation conducted by the composite team of the Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA), DILG, and Department of Transportation. Abalos ordered the conduct […]
As part of the national government’s continuing support to Bicolano farmers, Agriculture Secretary Francisco Tiu Laurel, Jr. led the distribution of more than P75.03 million worth of financial aid and farm equipment in Pili, Camarines Sur recently. This includes P10.64-million financial aid under the Department of Agriculture’s (DA) Rice Farmers Financial Assistance to benefit 2,128 […]
The Philippine delegation, led by President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. and Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) Secretary Fred Pascual, highlighted the rapid expansion of the country’s aerospace industry in Washington, D.C. They cited the success of Collins Aerospace Philippines, a division of (RTX) and a PEZA registered company, as a testament to the industry’s successful […]