State-owned Social Security System (SSS) has justified the contribution increase beginning next year, saying it would help fund higher benefit disbursements to its members. In a statement, Michael G. Regino, SSS president and chief executive officer, said the one percentage point increase in 2023...
The Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) celebrated its 87th founding anniversary on Monday, Dec. 19, at the AFP General Headquarters in Camp Aguinaldo Quezon City. The event was graced by no less than its Commander-in-Chief, President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. who, unfortunately, was mistakenly...
President Ferdinand "Bongbong" Marcos Jr. has reiterated his support to the goal of the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) to be a "world-class" armed force during its 87th anniversary celebration. (RTVM Screenshot) Marcos echoed his commitment to the armed forces' modernization during his...
President Ferdinand "Bongbong" Marcos Jr. urged the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) to continue performing its duties to keep the country's peace and security amid various challenges. President Ferdinand 'Bongbong' Marcos Jr. (RTVM Screenshot) Speaking at the 87th anniversary celebration of...
After intensifiyng its lending activities, the Development Bank of the Philippines (DBP) netted P5.35-billion earnings in the first nine months of 2022, up 177 percent versus the same period last year. The growth in the state-owned bsnk’s loans to borrowers, as well as the continued rise in net...
President Ferdinand "Bongbong" Marcos Jr. expressed confidence that Trade Secretary Alfredo Pascual will continue his "wholehearted service" to the country as the latter is reappointed to his position. President Ferdinand 'Bongbong' Marcos Jr. administers the oath of Trade Secretary Alfredo Pascual...
Supporters of Vice President Sara Duterte were all praises for the official for not forgetting her campaign promise of visiting them after the election season is over. (Photo from Inday Sara Duterte/Facebook) She revisited some sectors on Saturday, Dec. 17, for her “Balik-Pasasalamat.” Chareto...
President Ferdinand "Bongbong" Marcos Jr. has approved the proposal of the National Economic and Development Authority (NEDA) to extend the temporary modification of import duty rates on various products to address supply issues and temper inflation. (Photo courtesy of Malacañang) Marcos...
Former President Rodrigo Duterte expressed hope that the death of Communist Party of the Philippines (CPP) founder Jose Maria "Joma" Sison would mark the end of the revolutionary movement in the Philippines. Former President Rodrigo Duterte (Malacañang photo) and Communist Party of the...
President Ferdinand "Bongbong" Marcos Jr. has issued administrative orders granting service recognition incentives (SRIs) for employees in the executive department and a one-time rice allowance to all government employees for this year. President Ferdinand 'Bongbong' Marcos Jr. (Malacañang...
President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr. has opened Malacañang to the public for the traditional Misa de Gallo or Simbang Gabi in this year’s Christmas season. (Office of the Press Secretary/Facebook) According to the Office of the Press Secretary (OPS), Marcos announced this during last...
As Christmas approaches, President Ferdinand "Bongbong" Marcos Jr. assured the public that the country has enough rice supply for the Holiday season as he inspected a warehouse of the National Food Authority (NFA) in Valenzuela on Saturday, December 17. President Ferdinand 'Bongbong' Marcos Jr....
