2023 September 21 MANILA – The Philippine government formally endorsed the landmark international treaty on the protection of marine biodiversity in areas beyond a country’s jurisdiction or the high seas. Foreign Affairs Secretary Enrique Manalo signed the treaty on the margins of the ongoing 78th United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) in New York on Wednesday (Thursday,...
2023 September 21 MANILA – It is prudent that Europe considers the “exciting” opportunities Asia has to offer, President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. said Wednesday. Marcos made the remark after the new Swiss Ambassador to the Philippines Nicolas Brühl presented his credentials in a ceremony at Malacañan Palace in Manila. The President expressed hope that European...
2023 September 20 MANILA – Residents living near the restive Mayon Volcano in Albay are reminded to wear masks to protect themselves from the harmful effects of ashfall. Face masks must be worn to cover the nose and mouth as volcanic ash can affect the respiratory system, eyes and overall health, the Department of Health said...
2023 September 20 MANILA – French President Emmanuel Macron has renewed his invitation for President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. to embark on a state visit to France. Macron’s invitation was relayed by newly-designated French Ambassador to the Philippines Marie Fontanel during the presentation of her credentials to Marcos in a ceremony at the Reception Hall of...
2023 September 20 MANILA – President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. has certified as urgent the enactment of House Bill 8980, or the 2024 General Appropriations Bill (GAB), Malacañang announced Wednesday. In a statement, Communications Secretary Cheloy Garafil said Marcos is seeking Congress’ immediate approval of the 2024 GAB to ensure the funding of different government programs...
2023 September 19 MANILA – President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. said Tuesday he is optimistic that he would attain his goal of bringing down the price of rice to PHP20 per kg. In a media interview on the sidelines of the distribution of confiscated sacks of imported rice in Zamboanga City, Marcos raised the likelihood of...
2023 September 19 MANILA – The government is looking to help over 500 young farmers to start their own agribusiness ventures this year. In a statement Tuesday, the DA said its expanded Young Farmers Challenge (YFC) Program under its Agribusiness and Marketing Assistance Service (AMAS) is helping 546 new young agriculturalists to venture in agribusiness in...
2023 September 19 MANILA – President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. on Tuesday assured the Philippine National Police (PNP) of his administration’s continued support for its plans and programs aimed at improving the capabilities of its personnel. Marcos made the commitment during the oath-taking of the newly promoted star-rank officers of the PNP in a ceremony at...
2023 September 19 MANILA – President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. on Tuesday hailed the government’s 1.8 million workers for their commitment to providing quality service to all Filipinos. This, as Marcos joined the “meaningful and joyous” celebration of the 123rd Philippine Civil Service Anniversary in the country. “Today, we not only commemorate the anniversary of the...
2023 September 18 MANILA – The Philippines and Singapore are expected to have enhanced cooperation following President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr.’s meeting with Singaporean Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong and Deputy Prime Minister Lawrence Wong over the weekend. In his official social media accounts, Marcos said he discussed important matters over dinner with Lee and Wong...