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In the continuous pursuit of excellence in local governance, the provincial government of Davao Oriental once again took part in this year’s Seal of Good Local Governance (SGLG) assessment. Governor Niño Sotero Uy, Jr. expressed optimism for the province to receive once again the coveted Seal following a favorable review from the regional assessment team […]
Senator Cynthia Villar, the chairperson of the Committee on Agriculture, acknowledged the significant role of cooperatives as the government and private sector’s partners to curb poverty. “Nothing can equal the help of cooperatives in the growth of a community and small business and alleviating the lives of farmers and fishermen,” said Villar during the Philippine […]
Senator Bong Go, chair of the Senate Health Committee, has made an urgent plea to the Department of Health (DOH) and the Department of Budget and Management (DBM) to hasten the release of COVID-19 allowances due to healthcare workers in accordance with the law. This comes amid rising anxieties from the healthcare sector due to […]
Senator Robin Padilla is eyeing Israel as a model for the Philippines in allowing the use of cannabis (marijuana) strictly for medical purposes, as well as in preventing its misuse or abuse. Padilla, who chaired the recent hearing of the Senate Health Subcommittee tackling Senate Bill 230 (Medical Cannabis Compassionate Access Act), said he gained […]
“The world looks to follow the Philippines’ template on, and its progress in, ongoing legislative efforts towards the inclusion of psoriasis in free primary health care as interest from other countries gains ground.” This announced Anakalusugan Partylist Representative Ray T. Reyes upon his return to the country after serving as panelist in the recently concluded […]
Senator Bong Go, chair of the Committee on Health, reminded government of the need for the strict enforcement of Republic Act No. 8749, also known as the Clean Air Act. Go, who was interviewed after his team provided aid to the residents of Tanauan City, expressed his growing concern over the rampant air pollution problem […]
Senator Raffy Tulfo gave President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. an excellent rating for his first year in office. Ahead of PBBM’s second State of the Nation Address (SONA) on July 24, Tulfo said: “He is doing an excellent job.” The legislator praised the President for securing a lot of commitment and investment pledges, and gaining possible […]
In celebration of MSME Week, Senate President Pro Tempore Loren Legarda underscored the state’s support to micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs), and struggling entrepreneurs as they serve as the vital backbone of the Philippine economy. According to the latest data from the Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA), as cited by the Department of Trade and […]
The Provincial Government of Masbate thru Governor Antonio “Tony” Kho donated P2 million to help Albay’s Mayon Operations. The turnover of donation was held during the flag-raising last Monday within the vicinity of the Albay Capitol. On behalf of the Masbate Governor, their Provincial Treasurer Eduardo Arcenas personally handed the cheque to Albay Governor Edcel […]
Davao City Mayor Sebastian Duterte warmly welcomed Zhao Xiuzhen, the newly appointed Consul General of the People’s Republic of China in Davao City. Consul General Zhao expressed her gratitude for the city’s hospitality and for the opportunity to meet Duterte, saying her predecessor, former Consul General Li Ling already assured her of a smooth transition […]