Ejercito pushes to restore P10-B budget cut for AFP modernization, backs Subic as naval base site

SENATE Senior Deputy Majority Leader Joseph Victor “JV” Ejercito has called for the restoration of the P10-billion slashed from the Department of National Defense (DND) budget, highlighting the funding’s crucial role in advancing the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) Modernization Program. During the deliberation on the DND’s proposed 2025 budget, Ejercito stressed that the… Read More Ejercito pushes to restore P10-B budget cut for AFP modernization, backs Subic as naval base site

United States provides additional P196 Million in humanitarian assistance for Philippine typhoon response

MANILA | November 14, 2024—The United States government, through the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID), is providing an additional Php196 million ($3.5 million) to support the Philippine government’s response to Tropical Storm Kristine, known internationally as Tropical Storm Trami. Through this assistance, USAID will support logistics and provide clean water, sanitation, shelter, and cash… Read More United States provides additional P196 Million in humanitarian assistance for Philippine typhoon response

Gov’t unmoved by China’s objection to PH‘s new maritime laws

MANILA | November 14, 2024 — The Philippines stays firm in its position on the country’s sovereignty in the West Philippine Sea (WPS) despite China’s objection to the passage of the new maritime and archipelagic sea lane laws, President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. said on Thursday, Nov. 14. President Marcos made the remarks when asked… Read More Gov’t unmoved by China’s objection to PH‘s new maritime laws

DTI Zambales launches Negosyo Center Learning Center to empower local entreps

By Reia G. Pabelonia | November 14, 2024 IBA, Zambales (PIA)  — The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) Zambales launched the Negosyo Center Learning Center in Iba town. This new facility provides clients with access to a wide range of online learning modules through computer units with internet connection designed to empower local entrepreneurs with… Read More DTI Zambales launches Negosyo Center Learning Center to empower local entreps

PLDT, Smart Kids Learning Caravan empower Visayas vs OSAEC

PLDT Inc. and its wireless unit Smart Communications, Inc. (Smart) bolster their child online protection initiatives in Visayas by conducting the “Better Today for Kids: Bata, Bata Kami ang Iyong Kasangga” learning caravan, in the municipalities of Daanbantayan in Cebu and Miagao in Iloilo. Launched in August 2024, the Learning Caravan seeks to raise awareness… Read More PLDT, Smart Kids Learning Caravan empower Visayas vs OSAEC

Cebu Pacific offers exclusive seat sale for Sapporo flights

CEBU Pacific (PSE: CEB), the Philippines’ leading carrier, keeps the holiday spirit alive as it offers another seat sale – this time for the newly opened direct route to Sapporo, Japan (New Chitose). From November 13 – 19, CEB travelers may book flights from Manila to Sapporo for as low as PHP 1,488 one-way base… Read More Cebu Pacific offers exclusive seat sale for Sapporo flights

Cebu Pacific 9-month revenues reach P74.5 billion

CEBU Air Inc. (PSE: CEB) reported total revenue of P74.5 billion for the nine months ending September 2024, an 11% increase compared to the same period last year. This growth was driven by 17.5 million passengers flown, a 13% increase year on year, generating an average seat load factor of 84.9%. CEB’s operating income for… Read More Cebu Pacific 9-month revenues reach P74.5 billion

Maritime laws vital to protect PH waters – PBBM

By Ruth Abbey Gita-Carlos | November 12, 2024 MANILA – The new maritime laws will help the Philippines in protecting its territory by making a clear delineation of its territorial waters, President Ferdinand R. Marcos said Monday. “Marami tayong sinasabi (We are saying) that we have to protect our sovereign rights and our sovereignty. So, it… Read More Maritime laws vital to protect PH waters – PBBM

New maritime, sea lanes laws to secure PH waters, marine resources

MANILA | November 12, 2024– Senator Loren Legarda on Monday lauded the Philippine Maritime Zones Act (Republic Act 12064) and the Philippine Archipelagic Sea Lanes Act (RA 12065) for their complementary roles in protecting the country’s marine resources. Legarda said the two laws shall work in tandem to reinforce the Philippines’ maritime sovereignty and security. “I… Read More New maritime, sea lanes laws to secure PH waters, marine resources