Eight days of surfing on Siargao Island off Cloud and it all came down to Indonesian Bronson Meydi and Australian Ziggy Aloha Mackenzie lifting the biggest prizes and the precious ranking points in the World Surf League (WSL) QS6000 in General Luna town. “I can’t believe it … wow! That was a...
The Marcos administration’s privatization income was cut by more than half at end-September, failing to meet targets despite the ₱820 million contribution from the Presidential Commission on Good Government (PCGG). Data from the Bureau of the Treasury (BTr) showed that revenues from the...
GYEONGJU, South Korea — President Marcos and South Korean President Lee Jae Myung reaffirmed the enduring friendship between the Philippines and the Republic of Korea, vowing to deepen cooperation across trade, defense, and regional security during a bilateral meeting on the sidelines of the APEC...
GYEONGJU, South Korea — President Marcos declared that the Philippines is “open, ready, and eager to do business” as he urged Asia-Pacific CEOs to invest in the country’s rapidly transforming digital and innovation-driven economy. Marcos said this as he delivered a special speech at the...
Malacañang said the government 's preparedness for the All Saints’ Day and All Souls’ Day is significant and very high. "Ang readiness po ng pamahalaan sa darating na Undas ay masasabi nating malaki (The government’s readiness for the upcoming All Saints’ Day and All Souls’ Day is...
For repeatedly lamenting the establishment of a nature reserve in Bajo de Masinloc at the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) level, President Marcos was able to take a "principled stand" and encouraged support towards the issue. National Maritime Council (NMC) Spokesperson Alexander...
The agriculture sector could be in deep trouble if the government moves to open up the market to imports from the United States (US) as part of concessions to reduce the 19 percent tariff slapped on Philippine goods, according to the Philippine Chamber of Agriculture and Food Inc. (PCAFI). PCAFI...
The Philippine Charity Sweepstakes Office (PCSO) celebrated its 91st anniversary on Thursday, Oct. 30, coinciding with the National Day of Charity, reaffirming its commitment to serve the Filipino people through programs that promote health, compassion, and social welfare. Carrying the theme “A...
GYEONGJU, South Korea — President Marcos urged Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) economies to step up efforts to close the gender pay gap, saying empowering women to participate fully in the workforce is both fair and economically strategic. Speaking during the APEC Economic Leaders’...
GYEONGJU, South Korea — President Marcos has called on the member economies of the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) to push for growth, inclusivity, and sustainability as the region navigates mounting global challenges. Speaking at the APEC Economic Leaders’ Meeting Session 1 here on...
GYEONGJU, South Korea — Leaders of the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) on Friday, Oct. 31, called for stronger cooperation and renewed commitment to free trade and economic resilience as they opened their two-day summit. South Korean President Lee Jae Myung, host of this year’s forum,...
GYEONGJU, South Korea — President Marcos has arrived at the Hwabaek International Convention Center here for the start of the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) Economic Leaders’ Meeting. The President arrived at the venue at 9:30 a.m. (South Korean time) on Friday, Oct. 31, and was...
