Category: Issue

Villanueva questions low loan utilization amid delays in DOTr projects

SENATOR Joel Villanueva, Senior Vice Chairperson of the Senate Committee on Finance, raised concerns over the low loan utilization rate and project delays at the Department of Transportation (DOTr), calling into question the rationale behind taking out foreign loans if the agency is not yet ready or capable of implementing the projects. Villanueva highlighted the… Read More Villanueva questions low loan utilization amid delays in DOTr projects

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Pagcor disowns control over raided Bataan BPO

By HENRY EMPEÑO | Nov. 14, 2024 SUBIC BAY FREEPORT — The Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (Pagcor) has denied having jurisdiction over Central One Bataan, a business process outsourcing (BPO) firm in Bagac, Bataan that was raided by authorities on Oct. 31 for allegedly operating as a scam hub. Lawyer Joseph Lobo, Pagcor regulatory… Read More Pagcor disowns control over raided Bataan BPO

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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

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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

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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

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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

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No need to pass law to ban POGOs, offshore games: PBBM

By Ruth Abbey Gita-Carlos | November 12, 2024 MANILA – There is no need to pass a law prohibiting the Philippine offshore gaming, internet gaming, and other offshore gaming operations in the country, President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. said Monday. Speaking to reporters on the sidelines of an event in Parañaque City, Marcos said the issuance… Read More No need to pass law to ban POGOs, offshore games: PBBM

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Gov. Ebdane: Strategic action urgently needed for WPS fishers

By E.H. Edejer | October 29, 2024 IBA, Zambales — With geopolitical issues in the West Philippines Sea (WPS) adversely affecting local fisherfolk, Governor Hermogenes Ebdane Jr. is calling for strategic actions that would sustain and enhance the livelihood of fishermen in the coastal province of Zambales. In his message at the Provincial Caravan for… Read More Gov. Ebdane: Strategic action urgently needed for WPS fishers

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Fish catch in West Philippine Sea declines amid geopolitical tensions, fuel costs and El Niño

By Liz Lagniton (Maritime Fairtrade.org) | October 7, 2024 FILIPINO fishermen are grappling with declining fish catches in the West Philippine Sea as geopolitical tensions, rising fuel prices, and climate conditions like El Niño took a toll. The Philippines’ exclusive economic zone, which is being claimed by China, has experienced a significant drop in fish… Read More Fish catch in West Philippine Sea declines amid geopolitical tensions, fuel costs and El Niño

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