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Former and current members of the Philippine Senate paid their last respects to former senator and Armed Forces of the Philippines Chief-of-Staff Rodolfo “Pong” Biazon in a necrological service held recently. Senate President Pro Tempore Loren Legarda led the chamber’s arrival honors for Biazon, who, after his three-decade military service, served in the upper chamber […]
Senator Cynthia Villar has been appointed as “Ambassador of the Woman in Organic Agriculture in Asia in the Philippines” or WOAA-Ph, IFOAM-Asia and the League of Organic Agriculture Municipalities, Cities and Provinces during the 6th Organic Asia Congress hosted by Kauswagan, Lanao del Norte recently. “As Organic Agriculture Ambassador, I am determined to continue promoting […]
Surigao City Mayor Pablo Yves Dumlao II and Surigao del Norte 2nd District Representative Congressman Ace Barbers met with SGV Chairman Wilson Tan in Manila to begin discussions on investment opportunities and partnerships. City Planning and Development Coordinator Dominador Gualberto II was also present during the visit. The Provincial Governor of Surigao del Norte Governor […]
As Secretariat officials and employees, as well as congressional staff of the House of Representatives gathered for its June flag-raising ceremony, Zamboanga del Norte 2nd District Representative Glona Labadlabad asked her fellow government workers to take stock of their personal values, aspirations, and beliefs. Labadlabad was the ceremony’s guest of honor. “At the bottom of economic […]
As Bacolod City celebrated its 85th Charter Day, Mayor Albee Benitez led the recognition of four notable Bacolodnons. Awardees recognized for this year’s Ang Banwahanon Award are: Willy Au, Ian Manuel Lo, Benjamin Lopue, Jr., and Ruby “Token” Lizares. The 4 awardees exemplify selfless service achievements that served as an inspiration and a model worthy of […]
Senate Minority Leader Koko Pimentel III extended his deepest appreciation and heartfelt thanks to the United Arab Emirates (UAE) and the People’s Republic of China for their generous assistance and donations in support of the families affected by the unrest of Mayon Volcano in Albay. “These two nations have exemplified the true spirit of friendship […]
Senator Bong Go personally joined in the celebrations for the 54th Araw ng Alamada at the municipal building in North Cotabato, which served as an opportunity for him to reaffirm his unwavering support for the town and its residents. The event was also attended by Senator Francis Tolentino, Congressman Joel Sacdalan, Vice Governor Efren Piñol, […]
The “new” Senate is not taking its job lightly as it looks for solutions to address the problems facing the nation. Senator Robin Padilla stressed this amid recent criticisms that members of the current Senate are not “honorable-looking.” “Ang Senado po ngayon ay hindi nagpapatawa dahil ang minana namin na suliranin ng Bayan mula sa […]
Speaker Martin Romualdez lauded the office of Albay 3rd District Representative Didi Cabredo for his plans to set up a “community pantry” for the evacuees in the province who have been affected by the continued restiveness of Mayon Volcano. The Speaker’s office was informed that Cabredo will use the P500,000 financial assistance he received from […]
The Provincial Government of Sorsogon (PGS) answered Albay’s disaster call for help by donating P2.5 million to help sustain the basic needs of evacuees displaced by on-going Mayon volcano eruption. Albay Governor Grex Lagman thanked Sorsogon Governor Buboy Hamor for the latter’s gratefulness in extending his hands to its neighboring province. The check demonstrates […]