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We will make noise in advocating the modernization of the Armed Forces of the Philippines, especially the Philippine Navy, so they can better defend our territory. This was the promise made by Senator Robin Padilla after visiting Senate employees undergoing the Basic Citizen Military Course (BCMC) aboard the BRP Tarlac in Subic recently. “Hindi kami […]
Agriculture Secretary Francisco Tiu Laurel, Jr. welcomed the private sectors’ push for greater spending on agricultural infrastructure and mechanization to hasten the farm sector’s modernization, increase productivity, and ensure the country is food secure. “If we can work together well, then I think we can move forward faster,” Tiu Laurel told regional agricultural and fisheries […]
Agriculture Secretary Francisco Tiu Laurel, Jr. is seeking the cooperation of the private sector in formulating national policies and programs to fast-track the modernization of Philippine agriculture in increasing food production and ensuring food security. “The collaboration of government and the private sector is crucial. We highlight the efforts and dedication of our partners in building […]
Senator Grace Poe called anew for the review of the public utility vehicle modernization program (PUVMP), saying it lacks safety nets for drivers and operators who will bear the brunt of the December 31 consolidation deadline. “Nakaka-alarma na makitang hindi naaprubahan ang mga sinusulong natin proteksyon para sa mga drivers sa pondo ng PUV Modernization […]
To increase yield and improve production of rice in the province of Ilocos Norte, Agriculture Secretary Francisco Tiu Laurel, Jr. distributed modern farm equipment and machineries amounting to P73.3 million. The interventions, under the 2023 allocation of the Rice Competitiveness Enhancement Fund (RCEF) Mechanization Program, will benefit 52 farmers’ cooperatives and associations (FCAs), as well as […]
Newly-appointed agriculture secretary Francisco Tiu Laurel, Jr. said his priority is to increase food production and modernize agriculture, a major pillar of the Philippine economy. Laurel said the marching order of President Ferdinand Marcos, Jr. is to modernize agriculture so the country could be food secure, less dependent on imports and lift millions of farmers and […]
Amid the recent maritime tragedy off the shores of Corcuera, Romblon, where a 55-year-old woman tragically lost her life, Senator Bong Go is demanding accountability and pushing for a modernization program to strengthen the Philippine Coast Guard (PCG). The incident occurred on August 5 after passenger vessel MB King Sto. Niño 7 became half-submerged near […]
The House of Representatives has approved on second reading the proposed new legislation that would enable the Bureau of Immigration (BI) to embark on an aggressive plan to modernize its systems and professionalize its staff. The House approved without any objections House Bill No. 8203, or the proposed BI Modernization Act, which was among the priority […]
Agriculture Assistant Secretary for Operations Engr. Arnel de Mesa met with members of the Technology Advice and Solutions from Korea (TASK) Expert Mission led by Dong Ho (Eric) Song of the Korea Agriculture Machinery Industry Cooperative (KAMICO) to discuss the implementation of the TASK Program for the Agricultural Machinery Industry in the Philippines at the […]
Senate Majority Leader Migz Zubiri outlined legislative plans for the transport cooperative sector at the 1st Mindanao Transport Cooperative Congress, putting particular emphasis on cutting down red tape for loans and setting up a modernization loan fund for transport cooperatives. Zubiri, who chairs the Senate Committee on Cooperatives, was a guest speaker at the 1st […]