WHO Representative Dr. Rabindra Abeyasinghe had said that the Philippines has done a good job in terms of our response against Covid-19).
Category: Politics
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PRRD hopes to correct law on state of calamity declaration
In December 2021 during typhoon "Odette", Duterte described waiting for the assessment of reports as a “hindrance” and “legal obstacle” that delayed his declaration of a state of calamity in areas battered by the typhoon and prevented the government from acting immediately.
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Championing Pinoys’ interest abroad amid another pandemic year
The pandemic did not stop the Philippines' Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) from advancing the rights and welfare of Filipino workers abroad with its strengthened campaign against kafala in 2021 and the continued repatriation of distressed nationals back home.
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Pandemic, calamity lessons to guide Philippines in 2022: President Duterte
"Every day, we continue to witness the indomitable spirit of the Filipino that adapts, endures, and triumphs over all adversities. The dedication and courage of our people, especially of our medical and essential front liners, uniformed services, civilian personnel, and volunteers, demonstrate what great things we can achieve if we work in solidarity," Duterte said in a statement.
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YEAR ENDER: Checking in on Duterte’s last full year in office
MANILA – During his last full year at Malacañan Palace, President Rodrigo R. Duterte may have prioritized the country’s coronavirus disease 2019 (Covid-19) pandemic response, but did not let up in his administration’s fight against corruption and illegal drugs as well as effort to defend the country’s sovereignty and territory. Duterte himself said in a December...
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‘I never gained a single cent’ from war on drugs: Philippine President Duterte
MANILA – President Rodrigo Duterte on Thursday maintained that his administration’s campaign against illegal drugs was launched for the Filipino people, and not for his personal gain. Duterte reiterated that he is only willing to be tried and prosecuted by a Filipino judge in a Philippine court and not by “white people” at The Hague-based International...
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PHL House of Representatives ratifies 2022 national budget
House committee on appropriations chair Eric Yap said the proposed 2022 budget would be “crucial for our full recovery from the pandemic as a nation. Rest assured that the government's battle strategy on health and nutrition, social protection, governance, and development, are carried out in this budget."
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Philippine President Duterte’s trust, approval ratings climb in Q4
Phil President Duterte notched the highest share for “bravery” with 80 percent, “love for the Philippines” with 72 percent, “decisiveness” with 72 percent, and “concern for Filipinos” with 71 percent.
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Let Bonifacio’s heroism be a guide in times of crisis: President Rodrigo R. Duterte
“The bravery and patriotism of Gat Andres Bonifacio and many of our forebears who fought against foreign dominators must serve as our guiding post in beating the odds that hinder our progress as a people and as a nation."
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OPINION: A narrative to a political destiny
LETTERS FROM DAVAO By Jun Ledesma FOR those not familiar with how politicians indulge in the vagaries of the electoral contest, the unfolding of events, starting with the withdrawal of Davao City Mayor Inday Sara Duterte for her re-election bid, is an enigma. This, after she made an announcement each time she is asked...