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Senator Migz Zubiri hailed the Senate’s third reading approval of the Economy, Planning, and Development Act, which elevates the National Economic and Development Authority (NEDA) into a full-fledged department under the name Department of Economy, Planning, and Development (DEPDev). Zubiri, who has championed the measure as chair of the Senate Committee on Economic Affairs, underscored […]
Senator Migz Zubiri has lauded the Philippines’ rise to the second spot in BloombergNEF Climatescope’s 2024 rankings for “the most attractive emerging markets for renewable energy investment,” a glaring proof of the nation’s growing commitment to renewable energy. “This is a fantastic development built on our whole-of-government approach towards increased usage of renewable energy, led […]
Citing the agonizing uncertainty facing rebel returnees waiting for the approval of their amnesty applications, Senators Robin Padilla and Migz Zubiri are seeking an inquiry into the status of the amnesty proclamations of President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. Padilla and Zubiri filed Senate Resolution 1258, directing the appropriate Senate committee to conduct the inquiry in aid […]
Six years after the signing of the landmark Bangsamoro Organic Law (BOL), Senator Migz Zubiri unveiled The Road to Peace: Crafting the Bangsamoro Organic Law, a coffee table book chronicling the legislative journey of one of the most significant milestones in Philippine history. The launch took place at the Old Senate Session Hall in the […]
Senator Migz Zubiri is pushing for the reorganization of the National Economic and Development Authority (NEDA) into the Department of Economy, Planning and Development (DEPD), emphasizing that the move is essential for aligning the country’s economic plans with both national and local government policies. “For decades, the NEDA has been at the helm of our […]
The Reciprocal Access Agreement (RAA) between the Philippines and Japan has received the approval of the Committee on Foreign Relations, chaired by Senator Imee Marcos, upon the motion of Senator Migz Zubiri. The agreement is set to not only bolster defense and security programs of the country but also revolutionize disaster management collaboration between the […]
The signing of Corporate Recovery and Tax Incentives for Enterprises to Maximize Opportunities for Reinvigorating the Economy (CREATE MORE) Act by President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. is expected to cut the bureaucratic red tape that has hampered the growth of the business sector in the country. Senator Migz Zubiri, author and co-sponsor of the measure, made […]
With the signing of the Self-Reliant Defense Posture Revitalization Act (SRDP Act), the Philippines is now ready to take long strides toward strengthening its defense manufacturing capabilities, ready to achieve self-reliance in defense before aiming to become a key player in the global defense market. This is according to Senator Migz Zubiri, the father of […]
Senator Migz Zubiri is calling on key government agencies, including the Commission on Higher Education (CHED), the Department of Education (DepEd) and the Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG), to intensify public awareness about the dangers and legal consequences of fraternity hazing. Zubiri’s call comes after the recent conviction of those responsible for […]
Former Senate President Migz Zubiri urged the government to prioritize upgrading the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) for more accurate and timely weather forecasts to enhance disaster preparedness and management. Speaking at a Senate Finance Subcommittee K hearing on the Department of Science and Technology’s (DOST) 2025 budget, sub-panel chair Zubiri emphasized […]