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PANGILINAN: RUSH AID TO MINDANAO QUAKE VICTIMS

Senator Kiko Pangilinan pledged to fast-track government assistance and relief efforts in communities affected by the recent earthquake in Mindanao, emphasizing the urgent need to support families displaced by the disaster. In a media interview at the Our Lady of Peace and Good Voyage Parish, General Santos City, Pangilinan said that he will personally ensure […]

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PANGILINAN: MINDANAO QUAKE REHAB A NAT’L PRIORITY

Stressing Mindanao’s critical role in the country’s food supply, Senator Kiko Pangilinan said that the rehabilitation and recovery of Mindanao after the 7.8-magnitude earthquake that shook the region must be a “strategic national priority.” Pangilinan co-sponsored Proposed Senate Resolution 447, introduced by Senator Joel Villanueva, to provide adequate funding for relief efforts in Mindanao following […]

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CAMILLE VILLAR BRINGS AID TO GENSAN QUAKE VICTIMS

Senator Camille Villar personally visited earthquake-stricken communities in General Santos City, bringing relief assistance and expressing solidarity with families affected by the devastating 7.8-magnitude earthquake that recently struck Mindanao. “Sa panahon ng sakuna, higit kailanman kailangan nating maramdaman na may nagkakaisa at handang tumulong. Hindi lamang ito tungkol sa relief goods. Ito ay pagpapakita ng […]

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PANGILINAN WANTS P15B FOR MINDANAO QUAKE RECOVERY

Senator Kiko Pangilinan has called for the immediate appropriation of P15 billion to support relief, rehabilitation, recovery, repair, and reconstruction efforts in areas affected by the 7.8-magnitude earthquake that rocked several Mindanao provinces and cities. Under proposed Senate Bill No. 2259, Pangilinan sought a supplemental appropriation of P15 billion for fiscal year 2026 for the […]

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MARK VILLAR SENDS AID TO QUAKE-HIT MINDANAO AREAS

Senator Mark Villar expressed solidarity with the people of Mindanao following the recent magnitude 7.8 earthquake that struck parts of Southern Philippines. Villar also extended his sympathies to the families who suffered loss, displacement, and hardship as a result of the devastation brought by the earthquake and its aftermath. “Sa ganitong panahon ng pagsubok, mahalagang […]

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DIZON ORDERS REPAIR OF QUAKE-HIT MINDANAO INFRA

Department of Public Works and Highway Secretary Vince Dizon personally inspected areas affected by the 7.8-magnitude earthquake in Sarangani Province and General Santos City, directing the immediate repair of damaged national roads and bridges to support relief, medical, and emergency response operations. “Obviously, napakalakas nito. Isa ito sa pinakamalakas sa mundo this year,” Dizon said. […]

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DY VOWS SUPPORT FOR EARTHQUAKE-HIT MINDANAO AREAS

Speaker Faustino “Bojie” Dy III called for vigilance, unity and immediate action following the powerful magnitude 7.8 earthquake that struck off the coast of Sarangani province, triggering tsunami warnings and shaking large parts of Mindanao. Dy expressed concern for communities in the affected areas and urged residents, particularly those living along coastlines identified by authorities, […]

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MINDA SECURES PERMANENT HEADQUARTERS IN DAVAO CITY

The Mindanao Development Authority (MinDA) has officially secured its permanent headquarters in Davao City following the signing of a Deed of Sale with the Social Security System (SSS) for government-owned properties located on the 10th and 14th floors of Pryce Tower, the current address of MinDA’s office in Davao City. This acquisition marks a historic […]

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ERC JOINS MINDANAO SOLAR POWER FACILITY LAUNCH

Energy Regulatory Commission (ERC) Chairperson and CEO Atty. Francis Saturnino Juan joined leaders from the energy and business sectors in the inauguration of Filinvest Development Corporation’s first utility-scale solar power facility in Mindanao, marking another significant step toward advancing the country’s renewable energy development and strengthening long-term energy security. The newly operational 20.774-megawatt peak (MWp) […]

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MINDA WELCOMES CIVIL SOCIETY BOARD REPRESENTATIVE

The Mindanao Development Authority (MinDA) welcomed Maria Luisa Montemayor-Sian as its newest member of the Board of Directors, representing the civil society sector.  Her oath of office was administered today by MinDA Chairperson Secretary Leo Tereso Magno during the 22nd Board of Directors Meeting held in Misamis Occidental. Secretary Magno emphasized the significance of Sian’s […]