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“The Philippines is at the forefront of the global concern for the protection of journalists. In creating a presidential task force specifically organized for the purpose of media security, the government is showing that it is serious and sincere in addressing the rights and welfare of journalists.” This according to Undersecretary Joel Sy Egco, […]
With proposals to impose higher excise taxes on coal to promote the development of renewable energy sources, National Electrification Administration (NEA) chief Edgardo Masongsong urged legislators to study the impact of the said proposals, especially their effect on the costs of electricity. The NEA chief feared the proposal to raise the coal tax from […]
National Electrification Administration (NEA) Administrator Edgardo Masongsong has encouraged electricity consumers, especially those living in rural and remote areas of the country, to make use of the opportunities offered by electricity to improve their lives. Masongsong said this during the 37th Annual General Membership Assembly (AGMA) of Leyte IV Electric Cooperative, Inc. (LEYECO IV) […]
Electric cooperatives (ECs) in Central Luzon have pledged P1.3 million financial assistance to the workers of the Lanao del Sur Electric Cooperative, Inc. (LASURECO) affected by the recently ended five-month siege of Marawi City. Reynaldo Villanueva, president of the Central Luzon Electric Cooperatives Association (CLECA), made the pledge during a meeting with National Electrification […]
Mindanao electric cooperatives (ECs) gathered for a two-day refresher course on the Wholesale Electricity Spot Market (WESM) held at the Limketkai Luxe Hotel in Cagayan de Oro City. Gracing the activity was National Electrification Administration (NEA) chief Edgardo Masongsong who urged the ECs to invest in research and development to remain competitive and to […]
The National Electrification Administration (NEA) has joined hands with various electric cooperatives and allied organizations in providing all the necessary assistance to ensure the speedy rehabilitation of the damaged distribution lines and power restoration in areas affected by the five month-long battle between the government troops and the ISIS-linked Maute terrorist group in Marawi. […]
The Senate, the National Electrification Administration (NEA) and the Bukidnon Second Electric Cooperative, Inc. (BUSECO) have reached a “win-win” solution to settle the current dispute between the agency and the power distribution utility. The agreement was made following a consultative meeting called by the Senate Committees on Energy and on Cooperatives chaired by Senators […]
In the pursuit of not only providing available and affordable food, but also safe, nutritious and quality food, the National Organic Agriculture Program (NOAP) under the Department of Agriculture culminated its 14th National Organic Agriculture Congress at the Limketkai Center in Cagayan de Oro. The NOAC is a yearly event that unites organic food […]
In an effort to alleviate expected heavier traffic jams during the Christmas season, the Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA) and mall owners and operators have agreed to start mall operations from 11am until 11pm, effective October 15, 2017- January 15, 2018. This came out after a consultative meeting held at the MMDA main office […]
“There is no need to change the topic, but there is a need to change the way the story is told”. This according to retired general Dionisio Santiago, Chairman of the Dangerous Drugs Board (DDB). “The fight against drugs should be about protecting the life of our people. The fight against drugs should be […]