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Agriculture Secretary Francisco Tiu Laurel Jr. issued a bold challenge to the swine industry, urging it to produce an additional 2 million hogs annually to restore the country’s pig population to pre-African Swine Fever (ASF) levels by 2028. ASF devastated the swine industry since the first outbreak of the disease in 2019, reducing pig population […]
The Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) is ramping up the construction of the 3.77-kilometer Tarrag-Caramuangen Road to boost tourism and local economy in Pagudpud, Ilocos Norte. In his update to DPWH Secretary Manuel Bonoan, DPWH Region 1 Director Ronnel Tan said that the P96.49-million road project with a 15-meter bridge component in Barangay […]
Agriculture Secretary Francisco Tiu Laurel Jr. announced that the maximum suggested retail price (MSRP) for imported rice will be reduced anew on March 31 to P45 per kilo, following a continued decline in global rice prices. “At this level, the retail price of imported rice has now decreased by P19 per kilo compared to its […]
Department of Tourism (DOT) Secretary Christina Garcia Frasco expressed optimism that the newly implemented Value-Added Tax (VAT) Refund for Non-Resident Tourists Law will significantly enhance the country’s tourism sector.Frasco’s remarks came after the ceremonial signing of the Implementing Rules and Regulations (IRR) for Republic Act No. 12079 at the Department of Finance (DOF) in Manila. […]
The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) marked World Consumer Rights Day (WCRD) 2025 with a fitting celebration focused on advancing sustainable practices among Filipino consumers, aligning with the global theme, “A Just Transition to Sustainable Lifestyles.” The DTI’s Fair Trade Group launched the “DTI’s Sustainability Challenge: Shift today and be a smart consumer” social […]
Department of Tourism (DOT) Secretary Christina Garcia Frasco welcomed Italian Ambassador to the Philippines Davide Giglio during a courtesy call at the DOT Central Office in Makati City.The meeting underscored mutual aspirations for cultural tourism cooperation between the Philippines and Italy, exploring opportunities anchored in shared heritage, religious traditions, and tourism perspective. Frasco cited the […]
Agriculture Secretary Francisco Tiu Laurel Jr., accompanied by a high-level delegation and representatives from the Philippine banana industry, recently met with Japanese importers in Tokyo to address challenges to the country’s banana exports in lucrative Japanese market. Though the Philippines still holds the largest share of the Japanese market, supplying three out of every four […]
DAVAO CITY – The Mindanao Development Authority (MinDA) commemorated its 15th founding anniversary on Monday with a strong commitment to advancing the island’s economic progress and sustainable development. Addressing MinDA employees during the celebration, Secretary Leo Tereso Magno reflected on the agency’s achievements over the past 15 years while setting an ambitious vision for the […]
Workers and students travelling late can now enjoy extended services of the MRT-3 as the rail line gives back time to the commuting public and accommodates more passengers—emphasizing the value of time for rest and with their families.Transportation Secretary Vince Dizon likewise ordered the deployment of additional trains to service more passengers and eliminate long […]
Department of Tourism (DOT) Secretary Christina Garcia Frasco paid tribute to the invaluable contributions of women in the tourism industry during the “Women in Tourism Forum” held recently at the University of Santo Tomas (UST) in Manila, in celebration of National Women’s Month.Organized in partnership with the UST-College of Tourism and Hospitality Management (CTHM), the […]