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Senator Cynthia Villar was recognized by the Department of Agriculture for her role in the enactment of the law against illegal, unreported and unregulated fishing (IUUF). During the First Command Conference of the Philippine Committee against IUUF at the Philippine International Convention Center recently, Villar was recognized “for her pivotal role in the enactment of […]
Quezon City Representative Winnie Castelo has urged the Department of Transportation (DOTr) to allow Angkas to continue its operation for the sake of public interest. The Supreme Court recently issued a temporary restraining order against a Mandaluyong Court decision that banned authorities from apprehending drivers operating under motorcycle-hailing firm, Angkas. A mere DO can suffice […]
Senator Cynthia Villar’s work in the clean up and rehabilitation of Manila Bay was recognized by the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) in a ceremony marking the 10th year anniversary of the issuance of a mandamus directing 13 government agencies to lead the rehabilitation of the bay. Villar, chairperson of the Committee on […]
Municipal mayors in Cebu province have lauded the Malasakit Center project of the administration of President Rodrigo Duterte as it brings government services closer to the poor and the marginalized, League of Municipalities of the Philippines-Cebu Chapter president Tuburan Mayor Aljun Diamante said. Diamante said the mayors in Cebu commended former Special Assistant to the […]
Recognizing the power of women as effective partners for change and development, Senator Cynthia Villar is urging the women in Ilocos province to earn income and not just ask money from their husbands. In her speech during the Women’s Club Day in Piddig, Ilocos Norte where she was invited as guest of honor and speaker, […]
Former Special Assistant to the President (SAP) Bong Go underscored the need for an effective health care system that would ensure that the Filipino people have access to quality medical services. Go, who served as guest speaker at the Gawad Galing Kalusugan 2018 awarding ceremony held at the Bulacan Capitol Gymnasium recently, said regardless of […]
Lawmakers at the House of Representatives hailed Catriona Gray for winning the country’s fourth Miss Universe crown during the coronation night in Bangkok, Thailand. Albay Rep. Joey Salceda said Gray’s beauty is the embodiment of “Daragang Magayon”, the beautiful maiden in the legend of Mt. Mayon. Salceda described Gray, who wore a fiery red dress, […]
Residents of Las Piñas City gathered to watch the parade of giant colorful “parols” or Christmas lanterns made of recycled materials as part of this year’s celebration of the 13th Las Piñas Parol Festival. Senator Cynthia Villar and representatives from the local government joined spectators as giant lanterns made by local residents were paraded in […]
President Rodrigo Duterte commended former Senator Manny Villar and his wife, incumbent Senator Cynthia Villar, for helping government in the rehabilitation of drug dependents. Duterte made this remark as he led the unveiling of the markers of the new Las Piñas Drug Abuse Treatment and Rehabilitation Center (DATRC) and Mella Hotel at the C-5 Road […]
Former Special Assistant to the President (SAP) Bong Go and local officials led the opening of Bulacan’s first Malasakit Center at the Bulacan Medical Center in the City of Malolos. The Malasakit Center is a program of the Duterte administration that serves as a “one-stop shop” to hasten the delivery of health services and provide […]