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Tourism Secretary Christina Garcia Frasco and Deputy Speaker Duke Frasco were among the distinguished guests at Malacañan Palace on Wednesday evening, joining President Ferdinand ‘Bongbong’ Marcos Jr. and First Lady Liza Araneta-Marcos in the Vin d’Honneur—a diplomatic reception commemorating the 127th anniversary of Philippine Independence. In an Instagram post on Thursday, Secretary Frasco described the…
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On President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr.’s directive, local water authorities are now checking 532 water districts nationwide to ensure reliable water supply in all schools as classes start on June 16. During a Malacañang press briefing on Friday, Local Water Utilities Administration (LWUA) Administrator Jose Moises Salonga said a memorandum circular had been sent to…
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President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. on Wednesday said two large power generator sets from Palawan are now being shifted to Siquijor to temporarily augment the island province’s electricity supply and ease the power blackouts. The President flew to Siquijor to personally oversee measures to address the prolonged power disruptions which last for several hours each…
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The Department of Agriculture (DA) is set to lower the maximum suggested retail price (MSRP) of imported rice this July, in line with directive of President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. to continuously find ways to ease the burden on Filipino consumers. “We plan to reduce the MSRP of imported rice to P43 per kilo starting July…
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For the first time in history, the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration of the Department of Science and Technology (DOST-PAGASA) has extended its agrometeorological expertise to other government agencies through the Adapting Philippine Agriculture to Climate Change (APA) Project–a joint initiative led by the Department of Agriculture (DA), DOST-PAGASA, and the Food and…
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President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr.’s administration has been carrying out measures to stabilize pork prices in the country, after the local pork industry was affected by the African swine fever (ASF). ASF is a highly contagious viral disease infecting domestic and wild pigs, with a very high mortality rate. “Lagi pong ninanais ng Pangulo na…
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To help strengthen healthcare delivery in underserved and remote communities, the Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (PAGCOR) turned over on Wednesday, June 10, Patient Transport Vehicles (PTVs) worth Php16.20 million to eight local government units (LGUs) in Luzon. The beneficiary LGUs include Rosario and Cuenca in Batangas; San Mateo in Isabela; Pola in Oriental Mindoro;…
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Taking into consideration the situation of farmers, fisherfolk, and small-time truckers, President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. ordered that perishable goods be given priority to use the San Juanico Bridge while access remains limited. “Gagawa kami ng sistema para mauna ‘yung mga perishable goods,” President Marcos assured residents of Eastern Visayas during an inspection on Wednesday.…
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President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. on Thursday paid tribute to the country’s national heroes, honoring their sacrifices and legacy as the nation marked the 127th anniversary of the Proclamation of Philippine Independence. President Marcos recalled the first time the Philippine flag was hoisted in Kawit, Cavite on June 12, 1898, which signified the declaration of…
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Passengers at the Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA) can expect shorter lines and a more comfortable experience at the airport with the Department of Transportation (DOTr) on Wednesday signing an agreement with the Bureau of Immigration (BI) and Manila International Airport Authority (MIAA) to enhance passenger experience at the country’s main gateway. The agreement follows…
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