Go Negosyo founder Joey Concepcion lauded the move of Japan to fund the Association of Southeast Asian Nation Mentorship for Entrepreneurs Network (AMEN). (RTVM Screenshot) In a statement on Friday, Feb. 10, Concepcion, who is also a member of the Private Sector Advisory Council (PSAC), said...
President Ferdinand "Bongbong" Marcos Jr. has named Bienvenido Y. Rubio as the new Customs Commissioner. Malacañang made the announcement on Friday, Feb.10. Rubio will replace Yogi Filemon Ruiz as the agency's top official. Prior to the appointment, Rubio was the director of the Bureau of...
Malacañang has renamed the Presidential Complaint Center (PCC) to the Presidential Action Center (PACe). (Photo courtesy of Malacañang) It was renamed through Executive Order (EO) No. 15 which was signed by Executive Secretary Lucas Bersamin on Feb. 8 and released by the Palace on Friday, Feb....
TOKYO, Japan — Japan will continue to be part of many of the country's "important undertakings" after its biggest bilateral aid agency renewed its commitment to assist the Philippines in its socio-economic development. Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) President Tanaka Akihiko gave...
As the Philippines and Japan agreed to strengthen their ties in various areas, the two governments also reached mutual positions on issues concerning the region, such as war, abduction, and sea tensions. President Ferdinand "Bongbong" Marcos Jr. and Japanese Prime Minister Kishida Fumio meet on...
President Ferdinand "Bongbong" Marcos Jr. has appointed new sets of officials in various government agencies, including the commissioner of National Telecommunications Commission (NTC) and chief of Army intelligence service. President Ferdinand 'Bongbong' Marcos Jr. (Photo courtesy of...
President Ferdinand "Bongbong" Marcos Jr. has conveyed his sympathy over the death of two Filipinos in the devastating earthquake in Turkey. Rescue workers look for survivors amid the rubble of a building in the rebel-held town of Jindayris on February 9, 2023, three days after a deadly earthquake...
TOKYO, Japan — The Philippines and Japan signed 35 Letters of Intent (LOIs) and agreements on Friday, Feb. 10, strengthening the long-standing bilateral relations between the two countries. President Marcos witness the signing of 35 letters of intent and agreement in Tokyo, Japan, Feb. 10, 2023....
TOKYO, Japan — A Japanese power generation company has assured President Ferdinand "Bongbong" Marcos Jr. of a stable supply of liquefied natural gas (LNG) to support the economic growth of the country. Malacañang photo JERA Co. Inc. president Onoda Satoshi said this during a meeting on Thursday,...
TOKYO, Japan — Japanese Prime Minister Kishida Fumio lauded the "further advancement of communication at various levels" between Manila and Tokyo, saying his country gives great importance to its cooperation with the Philippines. Japanese Prime Minister Kishida Fumio and President Ferdinand...
National Scientist Dr. Angel C. Alcala, considered the father of marine protected areas (MPAs), is certain to be remembered for a long while. Despite his passing on Feb. 1, 2023, his memories and legacy will continue to live on and linger not only among his family and close associates, but also on...
TOKYO, Japan — The Philippines and Japan have agreed to bolster their defense and security relations through reciprocal port calls as well as the transfer of defense equipment. President 'Bongbong' Marcos Jr. and Japanese Prime Minister Kishida Fumio (Malacañang photo) President Ferdinand...