CEBU CITY – Criminal charges were filed against a Sangguniang Kabataan (SK) official of Barangay Apas here. Lloyd Genon Yosoya, 28, was charged for alleged violation of Republic Act (RA) 11648 or an Act Promoting for Stronger Protection Against Rape and Sexual Exploitation and Abuse. Yosoya, who...
UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres speaks at a press conference held ahead of the high-level week of the 78th session of the UN General Assembly at the UN headquarters in New York, on Sept. 13, 2023. (Xinhua/Xie E) UNITED NATIONS -- It is in the interest of everybody to have a...
The Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT) is seeking confidential funds to fight cybercrime and go after scammers. (DICT Secretary Ivan John Uy courtesy of PCO) Information and Secretary Ivan John Uy justified his department's move to request P300 million in confidential...
The Department of Finance (DOF) has reported that the government’s recent changes to its corporate tax system have attracted $16.7 billion in investments. At the Philippine Economic Briefing in Dubai, Finance Secretary Benjamin E. Diokno said these investments include 45 major projects and 740...
BEYOND BUDGET (Part IV) Assalamu alaikum wa Rahmatullahi wa Barakatuh. In most countries, budgeting focuses on developing an annual plan for income and expenses. However, President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr.’s administration believes that budget choices have long-term consequences. Actions...
The National Economic and Development Authority (NEDA) on Tuesday, Sept. 12 said it welcomes potential investors to prioritize projects in Mindanao, particularly in the energy and agricultural sectors. At the Philippine dialogue with investors in Doha, Qatar, NEDA Secretary Arsenio M....
The Department of Budget and Management (DBM) has underscored the government's economic team's complete support for the recent implementation of price control on rice. Budget Secretary Amenah F. Pangandaman said that Executive Order No. 39, which mandates the prices of rice at P41 and P45 per...
The Department of Budget and Management (DBM) is committed to strengthening projects aimed at enhancing employment opportunities in the country. Budget Secretary Amenah F. Pangandaman said the job-enhancing initiatives of the Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) and the Technical Education and...
The government met with several potential investors in Doha, Qatar to discuss the country’s economic policies and projects. The Philippine economic team, led by Finance Secretary Benjamin E. Diokno held its first investor briefing in the Middle East with Philippine Dialogue: Economic Outlook and...
Finance Secretary Benjamin E. Diokno said the economic managers are standing behind President Marcos' decision to impose rice price ceilings, emphasizing it is a crucial step to fight non-competitive practices and promote a fair market environment. Diokno said the economic team recognized the...
A group of bikers led the campaign against illegal drugs in the province of Bulacan by pedaling their way to a healthy lifestyle around the province and issuing the clarion call for all Bulakenyos to shun substance use and abuse. NO TO DRUGS, YES TO A HEALTHY LIFESTYLE -- Bulacan Governor...
Finance Secretary Benjamin Diokno has issued a call for responsible social media use among government officials and employees, highlighting the potential consequences of hasty online posts. Speaking from his experiences serving in multiple administrations, Diokno emphasized the importance of...
