Day: January 8, 2025

DBM taps PCO, media groups to back ‘Open Government Partnership’ initiative

THE Department of Budget Management (DBM) has tapped the Presidential Communications Office (PCO) and key local media organizations to enhance communication efforts and promote the principles of the Open Government Partnership (OGP). Aside from the PCO, the DBM also established strategic partnerships with the Manila Bulletin Publishing Corporation, Inquirer Interactive Inc., DZRH Manila Broadcasting Company… Read More DBM taps PCO, media groups to back ‘Open Government Partnership’ initiative

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Unemployment, underemployment drops in Nov 2024

THE Marcos administration’s multifaceted approach to strengthen the Philippine labor market paid off as unemployment and underemployment figures dropped in November last year. According to the National Economic Development Authority (NEDA), the labor market continues to be robust as indicated by the improved employment numbers.  “Our labor market remains robust, with consistently high employment rates… Read More Unemployment, underemployment drops in Nov 2024

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SMC finishes desilting Pampanga River

By Henry Empeño / January 8, 2025 FOLLOWING its cleanup of major river systems in Metro Manila and nearby Bulacan province, multinational conglomerate San Miguel Corporation (SMC) announced the recent completion of desilting operations at the Pampanga River, the second largest river in Luzon. SMC said nearly some 694,372 cubic meters of silt and solid… Read More SMC finishes desilting Pampanga River

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Cebu Pacific secures Southeast Asia’s first sustainability-linked loan for low-cost airlines

CEBU Pacific (PSE: CEB), the Philippines’ leading airline, has made history by securing Southeast Asia’s first Sustainability-Linked Loan (SLL) for a low-cost carrier. This landmark deal highlights CEB’s commitment to decarbonizing its operations and reinforces its leadership in sustainable air travel within the region. The loan was arranged by Crédit Agricole CIB and structured under… Read More Cebu Pacific secures Southeast Asia’s first sustainability-linked loan for low-cost airlines

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PH keeps ‘vigilant’ watch on China coast guard ship within EEZ

MANILA | January 8, 2025 – The Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) vessel BRP Cabra (MMRV-4409) is “vigilantly” monitoring the illegal presence of a China Coast Guard (CCG) ship continuing to operate for the fourth day within the Philippines’ exclusive economic zone (EEZ). PCG spokesperson for the West Philippine Sea Commodore Jay Tarriela said CCG vessel… Read More PH keeps ‘vigilant’ watch on China coast guard ship within EEZ

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