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DOT’S PEP CARAVAN VISITS MISAMIS ORIENTAL

The local government unit of Cagayan De Oro City led by Mayor Rolando Uy thanked the Department of Tourism for launching the Philippine Experience Program (PEP) in Northern Mindanao at its capital city of Misamis Oriental. Department of Tourism (DOT) Secretary Christina Garcia Frasco was in Cagayan De Oro City, Misamis Oriental to lead the […]

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DPWH FINISHES LA UNION SHORE PROTECTION PROJECT

A 125-meter flood mitigation structure was built by the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) to protect the coastal communities in Barangay Cabaruan, Sto. Tomas, La Union. The flood protection project implemented by DPWH La Union 2nd District Engineering Office minimizes destructive effects, such as shoreline erosion and strong flow of offshore current and […]

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PH TOURISM PROMOTED IN CONNECTIONS LUXURY 2024

Capping her official visit to Boracay, Department of Tourism (DOT) Secretary Christina Garcia Frasco made sure to give a warm Filipino welcome to the participants of the Connections Luxury 2024, in a meet and greet opportunity at the Crimson Resort & Spa Boracay, one the host venues of the two-day event, together with Shangri-La Resort […]

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MMDA OPENS ANNUAL SPORTS EVENT FOR NCR LGUS

The Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA) launched its first-ever MMDA Cup 2024 at Filoil Ecooil Centre in San Juan City in an effort to promote friendship and camaraderie among government employees while participating in various games. MMDA Acting Chairman Atty. Don Artes, Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG) Secretary Benhur Abalos, San Juan […]

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TIU LAUREL PUSHES FOR SUSTAINABLE PH AGRICULTURE

Agriculture Secretary Francisco Tiu Laurel Jr. said the government is promoting sustainable agriculture to ensure sufficient supply and affordably-priced food for future generations. Speaking at the opening ceremony of the Farmers and Fisherfolk Month, Tiu Laurel underscored the role of agriculture stakeholders in economic development, job creation and in ensuring stable food supply and prices. […]

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DOT, AIM PARTNER TO TRAIN TOURISM MANAGERS

As the Department of Tourism (DOT) pursues more sustainable tourism practices, Secretary Christina Garcia Frasco spoke at the Asian Institute of Management (AIM) to conclude the second part of the Sustainable Development Training (SDT) at its campus in Makati City. The SDT is an intensive capacity-building initiative designed for key tourism managers at both national […]

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DPWH FINISHES 2 FLOOD CONTROL PROJECTS IN LEYTE

The low-lying communities of Barangay Balinsasayao in Abuyog and Barangay San Isidro in Baybay, Province of Leyte are now protected from flooding with the completion of two flood control structures by the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH). In his report to DPWH Secretary Manuel Bonoan, DPWH Leyte 5th District Engineer Eusebio Culas said […]

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QATAR’S BALADNA EYES DAIRY INVESTMENT IN PH

Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) Secretary Fred Pascual recently engaged with officials of Baladna to discuss their potential investment in establishing a large-scale, fully integrated dairy facility in the Philippines. Pascual cited that this strategic investment aligns with the country’s pursuit of self-sufficiency in food and milk production. “The Philippine government stands ready to […]

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FRASCO OPENS HYPERBARIC CHAMBER CENTER IN BORACAY

Tourism Secretary Christina Garcia Frasco referred to the establishment of the Hyperbaric Chamber Center in Boracay as a significant step in enhancing the safety and overall experience for tourists, especially divers. “Just to give you a little background and context of how this all came to be, noong pumunta ako sa Boracay at nakinig sa […]

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MALABON CITY’S SENIORS’ BUILDING NEARS COMPLETION

The Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) is currently constructing a P19.39-million multipurpose building that would cater to the needs of senior citizens of Barangay Tugatog, Malabon City.  DPWH National Capital Region Director Loreta Malaluan, in her report to DPWH Secretary Manuel Bonoan, said that the DPWH Malabon-Navotas District Engineering Office (DEO) has accomplished […]