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CAYETANO WANTS REPRESENTATION FOR ‘EMBO’ BRGYS

“Sana makaboto ang tao, sana lahat may representative, sana maganda future natin.” Senator Alan Peter Cayetano advocated for the right of the EMBO barangays to vote for a representative in Congress, saying the residents there should not be left without a representative. “It’s so heartwarming to see all of you here together with one direction […]

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CAYETANO WANTS CORPORATION TO DEVELOP LAGUNA LAKE

Senator Alan Peter Cayetano called for the creation of a corporate entity that will develop Laguna Lake and unlock its full potential. Cayetano made his call as he sponsored Senate Bill No. 2647 which advocates for the strengthening of the Bases Conversion and Development Authority (BCDA), saying the Laguna Lake Development Authority (LLDA) should also […]

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DIGITAL INFRA TO BOOST E-GOVERNANCE – CAYETANO

Senator Alan Peter Cayetano emphasized the need for the country to develop digital infrastructures to fully leverage e-governance and thrive in the digital age. In his sponsorship speech for the E-Governance Act (Senate Bill No. 2781), Cayetano highlighted the potential of modern technology to streamline government services, promote transparency, and improve service delivery. “Only God […]

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TULFO TO CHR: HELP WRONGFULLY IMPRISONED INDIGENTS

Senator Raffy Tulfo has urged the Commission on Human Rights (CHR) to identify and help wrongfully imprisoned indigent persons in the country who were abused by state authorities to attain freedom and get the right justice. During the hearing of the Senate Committee on Finance on the 2025 budget of CHR, Tulfo shared that he […]

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CAYETANOS LAUD ALAS PILIPINAS TEAMS FOR INT’L WINS

The Alas Pilipinas National Men’s and Women’s Teams athletes visited the Senate for a courtesy call to acknowledge Senator Alan Peter and Pia Cayetanos’ significant role in promoting and supporting volleyball in the Philippines. The Cayetanos have been instrumental in bringing international tournaments to the country.  After hosting the semifinals leg of the Men’s Volleyball […]

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‘CREATE MORE’ TO ATTRACT INVESTORS – ESCUDERO

Senate President Chiz Escudero sees the entry or more investments into the country and the retention of existing investors with the passage of the amendments to Republic Act 11534 or the Corporate Recovery and Tax Incentives for Enterprises (CREATE) Act. A priority measure of President Ferdinand Marcos Jr., the bill dubbed CREATE to Maximize Opportunities […]

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TULFO: PROBE REGISTRATION OF 1K CHINESE AS PINOYS

Senator Raffy Tulfo urged the Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG) to investigate a former mayor in Davao del Sur along with others for alleged graft and corrupt practices. During the recent hearing of the Senate Committee on Public Services which Tulfo chairs, the National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) revealed that up to […]

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CAYETANO TO GOV’T: AVOID DEBT TRAP IN HOUSING PLAN

Senator Alan Peter Cayetano warned that the government could incur significant debt if the administration sets overly ambitious goals for its national housing program without adequate planning. Cayetano issued the remark following a Senate briefing on the proposed 2025 budget of the Department of Human Settlements and Urban Development (DHSUD), which implements the Pambansang Pabahay […]

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BONG GO GIVES AID TO ILOCOS SUR RESIDENTS

Dubbed as “Mr. Malasakit” for his compassionate brand of public service, Senator Bong Go dispatched his Malasakit Team to Suyo and Santiago in Ilocos Sur to help assist displaced workers. Go underlined his dedication to public service, saying, “Hindi po ako pulitiko na mangangako sa inyo. Gagawin ko lang po ang aking trabaho para sa […]

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PCG, MIAA TOLD: ENSURE TRAVEL SAFETY AMID TYPHOONS

Amid the Senate work suspension due to typhoon Enteng recently, Senator Raffy Tulfo coordinated with various government agencies under his Senate Public Services Committee through a zoom meeting. Tulfo immediately warned the Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) to ensure strict monitoring and inspection of all sea vessels. The legislator stressed that no maritime vessels should be […]