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The group Partido Manggagawa (PM) called on the administration of President Bong Bong Marcos Jr. for action on the case of union organizer Dennis Sequeña who was killed five years ago. “It has been five long years of seeking justice for our friend and comrade Dennis who was shot to death on June 2, 2019…
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Filipino professionals in accountancy, medicine, architecture, engineering, and tourism can successfully compete in the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) labor market. However, a recent paper by the Philippine Institute for Development Studies (PIDS) emphasizes the importance of continuous learning and highlights research and development (R&D) as crucial tools for Filipino professionals to stay ahead…
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Guided by the climate goals of President Ferdinand R. Marcos’ leadership, Philippine delegates to the joint opening plenary of the 60th Sessions of the Subsidiary Body for Scientific and Technological Advice (SBSTA) and the Subsidiary Body for Implementation (SBI) in Germany have called for urgent and transformative climate action. Speaking at the 60th Sessions of…
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President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr, on Thursday vowed to provide the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) with the necessary resources, training, and equipment to enhance its effectiveness. According to the Chief Executive, the AFP needs to boost its capabilities as it transitions from internal operations to external defense posture. “Now, I am sure that…
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The government can still collect substantial import duty for the Rice Competitiveness Enhancement Fund (RCEF) despite the National Economic and Development Authority (NEDA) Board’s approval of the Comprehensive Tariff Program which aims to calibrate the current tariff rates from 2024 to 2028. This was assurance made by NEDA Secretary Arsenio Balisacan who explained on Tuesday…
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Gabriela Women’s Party Representative Arlene Brosas has strongly condemned the recent toll increases approved for the North Luzon Expressway (NLEX), stating that it is “adding salt to injury” during a time when the public is grappling with the escalating costs of goods and services. “Any toll hike approved by the Toll Regulatory Board is adding…
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Today marks a momentous occasion for the education sector as the “Kabalikat sa Pagtuturo Act” has been officially enacted into law. Congresswoman Atty. Gerville “Jinky Bitrics” R. Luistro, a dedicated advocate for education reform and teachers’ welfare, proudly lauds the passage of this landmark legislation. Upon her assumption to office, Congresswoman Luistro has consistently championed…
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LAS Piñas Rep. Camille Villar said enhancing the development of highly-skilled workforces through technical and vocational education and training would not only improve the government services but likewise boost the performance of private businesses. In signing up as co-author of House Bill No. 9903, or the proposed Department of Technical Education and Skills Development Act,…
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The Fisherfolk Council of Leaders adopted a resolution requesting President Bongbong Marcos to certify House Bill No. 1977, principally authored by KABAYAN Partylist Representative Ron P. Salo, as urgent. This bill aims to establish the Department of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources (DFAR), a pivotal step towards improving the management and sustainable development of the country’s…
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Surigao del Norte Representative Robert Ace Barbers today issued a very strong demand to the vape product manufacturer and importer Flava Corporation to explain to congress its reported serious violations of the vape law. The Department of Trade and Industry has reported that Flava Corp. was cited for violations when it sold flavored vape products…
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