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Cayetano pushes BCDA charter amendments to boost ecozones, fund AFP pension

SENATOR Alan Peter Cayetano on Tuesday expressed strong support for proposed amendments to the Bases Conversion and Development Authority (BCDA) charter, emphasizing that strategic land sales could stimulate development in key economic zones. Cayetano filed Senate Bill No. 2647 earlier this year during his chairmanship of the Committee on Government Corporations and Public Enterprises, with… Read More Cayetano pushes BCDA charter amendments to boost ecozones, fund AFP pension

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United States, The Asia Foundation launch P16.8-M initiative to boost cyber resilience of Philippine human rights groups

MANILA | December 13, 2024—In commemoration of Human Rights Day, the U.S. government, through the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID), and The Asia Foundation launched on December 12 a Php16.8-million ($300,000) initiative that will strengthen the capacity of human rights organizations in the Philippines to thwart cybersecurity threats, including doxing, phishing, and organized digital… Read More United States, The Asia Foundation launch P16.8-M initiative to boost cyber resilience of Philippine human rights groups

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Cebu Pacific celebrates 250-millionth passenger

CEBU Pacific (PSE: CEB), the Philippines’ leading carrier, proudly reached a new milestone as it celebrated flying its 250 millionth passenger, underscoring the airline’s continued dedication to providing affordable and memorable travel experiences for its passengers. The special occasion was marked with a vibrant event at the Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA) Terminal 3 on… Read More Cebu Pacific celebrates 250-millionth passenger

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Cayetano pushes for creation of PhilATOM to regulate safe use of nuclear energy in PH

SENATOR Alan Peter Cayetano on Tuesday stressed the need for a regulatory framework for nuclear energy as he pushed for a bill to establish the Philippine Atomic Energy Regulatory Authority (PhilATOM). The proposed measure aims to enhance the safety, security, and peaceful utilization of nuclear energy in the country. Filed under Committee Report No. 429… Read More Cayetano pushes for creation of PhilATOM to regulate safe use of nuclear energy in PH

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Zambales launches P50-M ‘Mango Valley’ project

By E.H. Edejer | December 6, 2024 IBA, Zambales — A P50-million four-year pioneering program to promote, expand and sustain the production of Zambales’s highly popular carabao or “Dinamulag” mango has been launched by the Zambales provincial government recently. Governor Hermogenes Ebdane Jr. said the Zambales Green Mango Valley Project, which will be a collaboration… Read More Zambales launches P50-M ‘Mango Valley’ project

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Cebu Pacific transitions key facilities to 100% renewable energy

CEBU Pacific (PSE: CEB), the Philippines’ leading carrier, has strengthened its commitment to decarbonizing its operations by powering two of its major facilities with 100 percent renewable energy (RE). In partnership with ACEN Renewable Energy Solutions (ACEN RES), one of Asia Pacific’s fastest-growing energy platforms, CEB has transitioned its APlus and AirJuan buildings to be… Read More Cebu Pacific transitions key facilities to 100% renewable energy

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DPWH enhances Bataan town’s flood resilience with new project

By Rick P. Quiambao | December 5, 2024 BALANGA CITY (PIA) — The Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) has completed a 558.09-lineal-meter flood control project along the Mabiga River in Hermosa, Bataan.   The infrastructure, located in Barangay Mabiga, will serve as a key route for the region, ensuring stable access and safeguarding… Read More DPWH enhances Bataan town’s flood resilience with new project

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BCDA distributes titles to project-affected landowners in Pampanga

CLARK FREEPORT — Citing their significant role as partners for development, the Bases Conversion and Development Authority (BCDA) recently commended at least 43 landowners in Pampanga for sharing their property for the implementation of the Subic-Clark-Manila-Batangas (SCMB) railway project. In a simple ceremony, BCDA OIC-Senior Vice President Richard Brian M. Cepe, representing President and CEO… Read More BCDA distributes titles to project-affected landowners in Pampanga

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PCG to intensify inspection of Manila Bay dredgers – Tarriela

By Joyce Ann L. Rocamora | November 30, 2024 MANILA – The Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) will intensify its inspection of dredging ships operating in the Manila Bay area after the recent discovery of undocumented Chinese nationals on board a dredger in Bataan, a ranking government official said Saturday. The PCG found 13 illegal Chinese crew… Read More PCG to intensify inspection of Manila Bay dredgers – Tarriela

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U.S. Peace Corps hosts climate leadership training for Philippine Science High School students

MANILA, November 29, 2024 — From November 18 to 22 in Iloilo City, the U.S. Peace Corps organized a workshop that trained students from the Philippine Science High School System (PSHS System) to plan and implement sustainable, science-driven climate solutions in their schools and communities. During the workshop titled “Building Student Volunteer Leaders for Climate… Read More U.S. Peace Corps hosts climate leadership training for Philippine Science High School students

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