Philippines set to unlock full economic potential with U.S.
With continued economic growth and unprecedented levels of international business confidence, the Philippines is ready to tap into the full potential of its economic relationship with the United States.” This was the message of the private sector delegation from Manila as it kicked off the 4th Philippine Private Sector-led Investment Roadshow in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania on […]
Filipino boxers debut U.Sh. at world-class boxing event “Philippines vs the world”
(Top photos, from left) WBO No. 2 Lightweight contender Jason “El Nino” Pagara won TKO victory after referee waived the contest after the 3rd knockdown; Mark “Magnifico” Magsayo triumphant over a fastest win in the first round knocking him out in exactly two minutes to the delight of the crowd; Prince Albert Pagara victorious over […]
Sen. Marcos to critics: Let’s talk about issues first, not my Marcos name
Vice presidential candidate Senator Ferdinand “Bongbong” R. Marcos Jr. has challenged to a discussion those who have an issue with his being a Marcos, which was suddenly floated by his critics as an election issue. While Marcos is not inclined to back out from any discussions regarding the non-issue topic, he said the more pressing […]
Gov’t prioritizes speedy delivery of relief supplies to Lando-affected areas
The Department of Social Welfare and Development continues to work with the Armed Forces of the Philippines, the Philippine National Police, and local government units to ensure that those living in areas affected by Typhoon Lando receive food supplies immediately. According to Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) Secretary Corazon Juliano-Soliman, all DSWD-Field Offices […]
Imelda pulls off a surprise in COMELEC by wearing red dress with yellow
Former First Lady and Ilocos Norte 2nd District Representative, Mrs. Imelda Romualdez Marcos, surprised candidate supporters when she arrived at the main office of the Commission on Elections yesterday wearing a red dress accentuated with yellow sash and embroidered designs. Mrs. Marcos went to the COMELEC to show her support for her son, Senator Ferdinand […]
Bongbong Files Certificate of Candidacy for Vice President – Vows to Wage ‘Revolution’ for Unity and Change
Senator Ferdinand “Bongbong” R. Marcos Jr., October 13, filed his certificate of candidacy for vice president in the May 2016 elections at the main office of the Commission on Elections (Comelec) in Intramuros, Manila. In a statement, Marcos said this marked the beginning of his fight to eradicate poverty, clean the streets of illegal drugs […]
Deadline for Reactivation of Overseas Voting Records
The Department of Foreign Affairs, Overseas Voting Secretariat (DFA-OVS) announced on October 12 that COMELEC has extended the period of filing for Application for Reactivation from 31 Oct to 09 Dec 2015. In addition, COMELEC-OFOV has also simplified the process of the Application for Reactivation (OVF No. 1G) by allowing applications to be filed by […]
Mandaue City is APEC’s latest low-carbon model town
Considered the sixth smallest government unit in the Philippines in terms of land area, Mandaue City is now far bigger than anyone realizes. On Tuesday, during the 12th Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) Energy Ministers’ Meeting, Japan announced the selection of Mandaue as the APEC’s latest Low-Carbon Model Town. (LCMT), besting two other nominees — Krasnoyarsk […]
United Nations Affirms Appointment of Filipino Auditor as Oversight Chief
The United Nations General Assembly today unanimously approved the appointment by UN Secretary General Ban Ki-Moon of COA Commissioner Heidi S. Mendoza as Under-Secretary General of the UN’s Office of Internal Oversight Services (OIOS). Ms. Mendoza is the first Filipino ever to be appointed as Under-Secretary General in the UN Secretariat. Ambassador Lourdes O. Yparraguirre, […]
Drilon honors Joker Arroyo’s “exceptional humility” at Senate Centennial launch
“He dazzled the nation not only with his brilliance, but also with his high sense of duty and strong commitment to defend the underprivileged.” This was how Senate President Franklin M. Drilon honored the life and works of the late Senator Joker Arroyo during the start of the Senate’s centennial anniversary celebration on, October 12. […]
