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President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. underscored the importance of the Philippines-US relationship in further developing the semiconductor industry, particularly in workforce training and technology transfer. During the courtesy call in Malacañang of the US Semiconductor Industry Association (SIA) led by its President and CEO John Neuffer, the President highlighted the continued collaboration between the Philippines…
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President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. on Monday recognized state communicators for their significant contributions to enhancing public awareness and empowering participation in Philippine governance. In his speech during the Parangal: Gawad ng Kahusayan sa Komunikasyong Pampubliko, President Marcos highlighted the importance of effective communication which, according to him, fosters trust between the government and its…
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Camille Villar recently inaugurated the electric vehicle (EV) charging facility at the Vista Mall Bataan, highlighting her advocacy for sustainability and environmental protection. Camille was joined during the ribbon cutting ceremony by her father, former Senate President Manny Villar, Bataan Gov. Joet Garcia, Rep. Abet Garcia, Rep. Jette Nisay of the Pusong Pinoy party-list, and…
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9 pNEW YORK 13 December 2024 — Ambassador Antonio M. Lagdameo, Permanent Representative of the Philippines to the United Nations in New York, delivered a strong statement asserting Philippine sovereignty over Bajo de Masinloc or Scarborough Shoal at the United Nations on 10 December 2024. “Bajo de Masinloc has always been an integral part of…
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President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. led the distribution of confiscated mackerel to residents of Baseco Port Area in Manila on Saturday. During the event, the President expressed the renewed government resolve to go after smugglers and hoarders of fishery and agricultural products. “Naiba po ang pamasko namin. Imbes na hamon at saka mga lechon, isda,…
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A Pastoral Letter to the People of God in the Archdiocese of Lingayen-DagupanBrothers and sisters in the Church of Lingayen Dagupan: It is almost Christmas and we start our simbang gabi with mixed feelings of expectant joy and hope but with trouble and distress. Our people are indeed troubled. They are rightly distressed. They have…
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The Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) assured on Saturday its readiness to respond to victims of calamities resulting from increased activity of the La Niña phenomenon. This is in line with the directive of President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. to continue providing assistance to families affected by calamities, DSWD Assistant Secretary Irene Dumlao…
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The total closure of Philippine offshore gaming operators (POGOs) in the country won’t have a significant impact on the economy, Interior and Local Government Secretary Jonvic Remulla said on Wednesday. In a press briefing, Remulla addressed the possible effects on the economy of the impending closure of all POGOs in the country. “As per NEDA,…
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The government is ready to augment resources on the ground to address gaps in its response to victims of the Mt. Kanlaon eruption, Office of Civil Defense (OCD) Assistant Secretary Bernardo Rafaelito R. Alejandro IV said on Wednesday. Alejandro made the assurance as he reported that evacuation centers are now equipped with necessities to serve…
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Licenses of remaining Philippine Offshore Gaming Operators (POGOs) will be revoked by Dec. 15 this year, Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (Pagcor) Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Alejandro Tengco announced on Wednesday. This is in response to the order of President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr to wind down operations of POGOs across the country, Tengco…
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