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The Senate approved on third and final reading the Blue Economy Act, embodying the sustainable utilization of Philippines’ oceanic resources for economic growth, improved livelihoods, and the health of the country’s ocean ecosystems. Senator Loren Legarda, principal author and sponsor of Senate Bill No. 2450 or the Blue Economy Act, said blue economy transcends borders and […]
Former Senate President Migz Zubiri is pushing for the creation of a Cabinet cluster with the sole aim of addressing the multi-faceted problems of the tourism industry, especially the country’s “crown jewels” such as Siargao, Palawan and other tourist destinations. During the budget hearing with the Development Budget Coordination Committee (DBCC) recently, Zubiri floated the […]
Senator Bong Go, who had been proclaimed an adopted son of Alfonso, Cavite, and already recognized as an adopted son of CALABARZON with familial roots from Batangas through the Tesoro clan, inspected the Super Health Center in the town recently. This honor not only underscores Go’s growing ties with the community but also strengthens his […]
To address the lack of access of Muslims to Shari’ah judges and courts outside the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (BARMM), Senator Robin Padilla filed a resolution proposing to amend the constitutional requirement for judges of lower courts. Padilla filed Resolution of Both Houses 10, which proposes that members of the Senate and House […]
Senator Mark Villar, Chairperson of the Committee on Banks, Financial Institutions, and Currencies successfully led the public hearing on the proposed amendment to the Charter of the Development Bank of the Philippines. “Today, we are here to discuss this bill amending the DBP Charter yet again because we see the imminent need to address the […]
Senator Bong Go, in partnership with the local government of Orani, Bataan, including Congresswoman Geraldine Roman and Board Member Tony Roman, provided support to displaced workers in the province recently. The event took place at the Orani Municipal Gymnasium, where Go’s Malasakit Team distributed snacks, vitamins, facemasks, shirts, basketballs, and volleyballs to 888 displaced workers. […]
Following its commitment to reinforce taking care of and conserving the environment, Las Piñas held its Waterlily Festival again. It is now in its 17th year. Through the festival, its founder, Senator Cynthia Villar, wants to continue instilling awareness about the importance of environmental sustainability for future generations. “Through this Waterlily Festival, we are able […]
The Civil Service Commission (CSC) has introduced a hybrid work arrangement for its Central and Regional Offices across the country, consisting of four days onsite and one day remote each week, effective 1 August 2024. CSC Chairperson Karlo Nograles announced that, in accordance with CSC Resolution No. 2400579 which outlines the Internal Guidelines on the […]
Senator Loren Legarda praised anew Filipino gymnast Carlos Edriel Yulo’s outstanding athletic accomplishments following his two gold medal victories at the Men’s Artistic Gymnastics competition of the 2024 Summer Olympic Games in Paris, France. In a Senate Resolution introduced by Legarda, the veteran legislator underscored the important milestone for the Philippines as Yulo’s triumph elevated […]
Senator Alan Peter Cayetano appealed to the government to focus on growing the economy to boost public funds instead of relying on gambling as a revenue source. Cayetano made this statement in response to recent proposals in the House of Representatives to revive and legalize e-sabong as an alternative revenue stream following the ban on […]