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CUA THANKFUL FOR BOSES NG BAYAN SURVEY TOP RATING

Union of Local Authorities of the Philippines (ULAP) and Quirino Governor Dax Cua expressed his thanks for the people’s continued trust in his leadership, after he emerged as the top governor in a recent survey of the country’s provincial leaders. “Nagpapasalamat ako sa pagkilala ng mga kababayan natin. As ever, the job is about serving […]

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RISING STUNTING AMONG PINOY KIDS ALARMS ULAP

As the country observes Nutrition Month this July, the Union of Local Authorities of the Philippines has expressed its alarm over the reported rise of stunting among Filipino children, as it urged local government units to do their part in addressing this “grave public health problem.” “The increasing number of stunted Filipino children is cause […]

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ULAP ELECTS OFFICERS FOR 2026-2029 TERM

The 20-member National Executive Board brings together leaders from all levels of local government and reinforces a unified voice for LGUs nationwide. The Union of Local Authorities of the Philippines (ULAP) has elected its officers for the 2026–2029 term, constituting a 20-member National Executive Board drawn from its member leagues and representing provinces, cities, municipalities, […]

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ULAP WANTS SUSTAINED  PRO-ENVIRONMENT INITIATIVES

As organizations and local government units embark on various activities to celebrate World Environment Day on June 5, the Union of Local Authorities of the Philippines emphasized the need for “sustained effort over the long term” with regard to pro-environment initiatives such as tree planting and coastal cleanups. “We welcome all pro-environment activities as valuable […]

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ULAP WELCOMES APPOINTMENT OF NEW DBM SECRETARY

The Union of Local Authorities of the Philippines (ULAP) welcomed the appointment by President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. of Kim Robert de Leon as the new Secretary of the Department of Budget and Management. “Secretary de Leon’s appointment brings a fresh perspective to the Cabinet at an important time for the country’s fiscal and development agenda,” […]

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ULAP LAUDS IMPACT OF SALINTUBIG PROGRAM

Union of Local Authorities of the Philippines (ULAP) president and Quirino Governor Dax Cua hailed the government’s efforts to provide clean, safe, and potable water to Filipinos across the country. “Water is a basic human right. Filipinos shouldn’t have to travel far to have access to it, or worry about when the next drop of […]

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CUA: HELP FAMILIES REGISTER FOR POWER RATE SUBSIDY

“Help poorest constituents in qualifying for electricity lifeline rate subsidy.” This was the call of Union of Local Authorities of the Philippines president and Quirino Governor Dax Cua to his fellow leaders to help ensure that millions of the country’s most vulnerable households benefit from the program that grants a 100-percent discount on electricity charges. […]

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ULAP URGES LGU VETERINARIANS TO CURB RABIES

Union of Local Authorities of the Philippines (ULAP) president and Quirino governor Dax Cua backs the call to designate a public veterinarian in all local government units to help curb rabies infection in the country. “Having a municipal veterinarian is crucial not only in responding to the threat of rabies, but also in ensuring that […]

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ULAP THANKS ADMIN FOR SUPPORTING GRASSROOTS DEV’T

Union of Local Authorities of the Philippines(ULAP) president and Quirino Governor Dax Cua thanked the Marcos administration for its “all-out support for grassroots development.” This, after local leaders met with Executive Secretary Ralph Recto in Malacañang last week to discuss the allocation of around P82 billion in development funds for local government units in 2026. […]

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CUA TO LGUS: ADDRESS TEEN PREGNANCY

Union of Local Authorities of the Philippines president and Quirino governor Dax Cua urged his fellow local leaders to ramp up their education and awareness campaigns and other forms of support to address teenage pregnancy. This, as the Commission on Population and Development revealed that the Philippines has recorded nearly 139,000 adolescent mothers, and that […]