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Senator Kiko Pangilinan mobilized immediate relief and coordination efforts to help the victims of the massive flooding in Mamburao, Occidental Mindoro because of the Southwest Monsoon (Habagat). In a text message, Mamburao, Occidental Mindoro Mayor E-K Almero commended Pangilinan for leading the efforts to coordinate with the Department of Social Welfare and Development-MIMAROPA, as well […]
Agriculture Secretary Francisco Tiu Laurel Jr. directed Officer-in-Charge Undersecretary for Operations Roger Navarro and Undersecretary Chris Morales, who oversees the country’s National Rice Program, to immediately visit areas devastated by Tropical Storm Crising and the Southwest Monsoon to provide urgent support to affected farmers and fisherfolk. “We want our farmers and fisherfolk to know that […]
Senator Kiko Pangilinan is urgently calling on national government agencies and local government units (LGUs) to implement the Sagip Saka Act to help the farmers and fisherfolk heavily affected by Severe Tropical Storm Crising and the enhanced Southwest Monsoon (Habagat). Pangilinan underscored how his landmark bill, Republic Act 11321, or the Sagip Saka Act, can […]
Agriculture Undersecretary for Operations Roger Navarro, officer-in-charge of the Department of Agriculture (DA), directed all DA agencies to mobilize swiftly and extend immediate assistance to farmers and fisherfolk adversely affected by Tropical Storm Crising, intensified further by the relentless Southwest Monsoon. “We must act without delay—weather permitting—to ease the suffering of our farmers and fisherfolk,” said […]
Amid continuing efforts to uplift Filipinos affected by fire-related emergencies, Senator Bong Go extended assistance to families affected by a recent blaze in Bacolod City, Negros Occidental through his Malasakit Team. Go underscored the importance of bayanihan and collective support in ensuring that no Filipino is left behind after times of hardship. Held at the […]
Senator Bong Go personally provided additional assistance to victims of Typhoon Kristine in Iligan City, Misamis Oriental to extend much-needed support and help them rebuild. “Sa mga nasalanta, huwag ho kayong mag-alala. Sabi ko nga sa inyo noon, ang gamit ay nabibili, ang pera ay kikitain, subalit ‘yung perang kikitain ay hindi po nabibili ang […]
The Local Government Unit of Tuba in Benguet signed a Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) with Helping Hands Healing Hearts Ministries Philippines, Inc. at the Municipal Conference Hall, formalizing a partnership to expand assistance to children in need. Helping Hands is a non-government organization that offers safe refuge, medical care, and psychosocial support for children in […]
Agriculture Secretary Francisco Tiu Laurel Jr. launched a feed distribution initiative aimed at supporting duck raisers in Pampanga, a central hub in the country’s duck industry. This initiative is part of the Department of Agriculture’s broader efforts to strengthen livestock farming, particularly poultry like ducks, providing more income-generating opportunities for farmers and enhancing food security. […]
Since the first eruption of Mt. Kanlaon on December 9, 2024, the Philippine Red Cross (PRC), in partnership with the German Red Cross (Deutsches Rotes Kreuz) has been on the ground, providing essential humanitarian aid to affected communities. Staying true to its commitment—Always First, Always Ready, Always There—PRC, with the support of GRC, continues its […]
The Department of Tourism (DOT) and the Department of Social Welfare and Development – DSWD formally signed a partnership to provide alternative livelihood assistance to ensure the continuity of jobs and opportunities for tourism workers affected by calamities, disasters, and emergencies. This will also allow support to community-based tourism organizations (CBTOs) and small tourism business […]