The Private Sector Advisory Council (PSAC) urges the Marcos administration to fast-track initiatives integral to the country’s digital transformation, including creating a “Government-as-a-Service” model. In a recent meeting at Malacañang Palace with President Ferdinand “Bongbong”...
The Department of Transportation (DOTr) has clarified that authorities from the United States (US) have not issued a new travel or security advisory against Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA) or any other airport in the country. This statement was prompted by a post that trended on...
Malacañang has assured China that it is not targeting any nationality as the country implements its laws against illegal activities. Communications Undersecretary Claire Castro (RTVM) Communications Undersecretary Claire Castro said this after China cautioned its citizens from traveling to the...
The Chinese government has warned its citizens over the “unstable” security situation in the Philippines, telling them to stay away from political rallies and demonstrations and to reassess the need to travel to the country. (Photo from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of China) An...
PSAC Lead Convenor and Aboitiz Group President and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Sabin Aboitiz The Private Sector Advisory Council (PSAC) said the implementation of a value-added tax (VAT) refund system is poised to be a “game-changer” for the country’s tourism industry, driving...
President Marcos and Aboitiz Equity Ventures Chief Executive Officer Sabin Aboitiz The Private Sector Advisory Council (PSAC) is recommending the establishment of a right-of-way (ROW) office under the Office of the President to streamline the land acquisition process—a major cause of delay...
Mayon Volcano (File Photo/Phivolcs) The Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (Phivolcs) on Friday, Feb. 21 warned that continued heavy rainfall caused by the shear line could heighten the risks of lahar flows and flooding, especially in areas surrounding Mayon Volcano. The warning was...
President Marcos wants the government and other stakeholders to prioritize the development of the semiconductor and electronics industry, recognizing the amount of money the country earns from it. Photos: Malacañang, Canva Marcos said this during his meeting with the Private Sector Advisory...
Mayon Volcano (Phivolcs file photo) The Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (Phivolcs) warned about the potential danger of lahars in Albay, as the shear line continues to bring heavy rainfall over Bicol Region. Based on the Philippine Atmospheric Geophysical and Astronomical...
Roads in La Castellana, Negros Occidental are rendered impassable on June 5, 2024 as rains spawned widespread lahar flow in the aftermath of the eruption of Kanlaon Volcano. (Photos courtesy of Mt. Kanlaon Natural Park/via Tara Yap) The Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (Phivolcs)...
A view of Kanlaon Volcano during an aerial assessment of the Philippine Air Force (PAF) over Negros Occidental on Dec. 12, 2024. (Photo: PAF) The Office of Civil Defense (OCD) reiterated its appeal to residents living near Kanlaon Volcano to evacuate as soon as possible due to a “concerning”...
The Private Sector Advisory Council (PSAC) applauded the signing into law of a measure granting value-added tax (VAT) refunds to non-resident tourists. In a statement, Sabin Aboitiz, PSAC lead convenor and Aboitiz Group president and chief executive officer, said the new law, a key council...
