Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) Secretary Vince Dizon on Wednesday, Sept. 3, requested the Department of Justice (DOJ) to place more than 20 DPWH officials and contractors on the immigration lookout list for their alleged involvement in anomalous “ghost” flood control projects....
President Marcos has created a new office dedicated to the rehabilitation and development of the Pasig River, in a move to push forward his administration’s initiative to revive the historic waterway. Executive Order 92, signed by Executive Secretary Lucas Bersamin on Aug. 13, established the...
President Marcos has created a new inter-agency body to coordinate national efforts in education and workforce development amid persistent concerns over fragmented policies and inadequate support for teachers. Under Administrative Order No. 36 signed on Aug. 13, the President established the...
Malacañang has issued an administrative order reorganizing the composition of the Economy and Development Council (formerly known as the NEDA Board) and its committees to strengthen government coordination in implementing socioeconomic policies and programs. Administrative Order No. 37, signed by...
The Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) said the closure of a Pampanga child care facility upholds its duty to protect children and enforce compliance among licensed social welfare institutions The agency on Aug. 13 issued a 30-day cease and desist order (CDO) against New Life...
CEBU CITY – Police here are preparing for the arrival of the “ber” months this early. Police Lt. Col. Maria Theresa Macatangay, deputy city director for operations of the Cebu City Police Office, said it is during the “ber” months that crimes usually increase. With this, security...
The Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) has ordered the suspension of operations at the New Life Baptist Church of Mexico, Pampanga Inc. after receiving multiple complaints of child abuse. DSWD Secretary Rex Gatchalian, through the DSWD Field Office 3 (Central Luzon), issued a cease...
GENERAL LUNA, Siargao Island, Surigao del Norte – Police Regional Office-13 Director Police Brig. Gen. Marcial Mariano P. Magistrado IV has ordered all station commanders to increase visibility and crime prevention measures in all tourist spots in this paradise island. “We must ensure that all...
President Marcos has ordered the creation of an inter-agency task force to oversee preparations for the Philippines’ historic hosting of the FIFA Futsal Women’s World Cup (FFWWC) in 2025. Under Administrative Order (AO) No. 35, signed on July 30 and taking effect immediately, the task force...
President Marcos has ordered the continued delivery of government services to the Province of Sulu, as he signed an executive order transferring it from the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (BARMM) to Region IX, also known as the Zamboanga Peninsula, in compliance with a Supreme...
Chinese Ambassador to the Philippines Huang Xilian underscored the importance of upholding international order and adhering to the United Nations Charter in addressing new challenges and safeguarding the “hard-won achievements” of World War 2. During the celebration of the 98th anniversary of...
President Marcos declared that the Philippines has become more peaceful and more respectful of human rights under his administration, citing improved law enforcement, declining insurgency, and a whole-of-government approach to crime and drug enforcement. “Ang kapayapaan ay mahalagang pundasyon...
