President Marcos dubbed Philippine Domestic Submarine Cable Network (PDSCN), the longest and highest capacity domestic submarine fiber cable network in the Philippines, as a "game changer." Marcos said it is a game changer that allows the Philippines to be at par with its more advanced peers in...
President Marcos has ordered the Philippine National Police (PNP) to boost its anti-cybercrime prevention, detection, and investigation efforts, given the current sophisticated criminal activities taking place online. COMMAND CONFERENCE — President Ferdinand 'Bongbong' Marcos Jr. leads the first...
President Marcos has stressed the need to establish a good communications system with the Philippine National Police (PNP) as he ordered the organization to be more strategic in procuring the necessary equipment to improve its interoperability during emergencies and crises. President Ferdinand...
Senator Risa Hontiveros disclosed on Thursday, Feb. 15, that her request to issue a subpoena against Pastor Apollo Quiboloy has yet to be signed by the Senate leadership, as witnesses against the religious leader have been the target of threats. Sen. Risa Hontiveros said the Kapihan sa Senado forum...
The Senate approved on Wednesday, Feb. 14 on second reading a bill proposing an increase of P100 in the daily minimum wage for private sector workers in the entire country, which is estimated to benefit over 4.2 million minimum wage earners. Once enacted, Senate Bill (SB) No. 2534 or the P100 Daily...
A tearful 100-year-old Chief Presidential Legal Counsel Juan Ponce Enrile revealed that serving in both Marcos administrations was the fondest moment of his life. Photos from 'Juan Ponce Enrile: A Memoir' and Presidential Communications Office Enrile said this during the lunch hosted by the First...
President Marcos was as curious as many Filipinos about the secret behind Juan Ponce Enrile's longevity. President Ferdinand 'Bongbong' Marcos Jr. and Chief Presidential Legal Counsel Juan Ponce Enrile (Photo courtesy of Malacañang) So, finally, as Enrile, who serves as his chief legal counsel,...
Having the long-time politician Juan Ponce Enrile "in my corner" allows President Marcos to sleep better at night. President Ferdinand 'Bongbong' Marcos Jr. and Chief Presidential Legal Counsel Juan Ponce Enrile (Photo courtesy of PPA/KJ Rosales) Marcos made the statement as he celebrated the 100th...
Apo Maria Whang-Od, the legendary master mambabatok from Buscalan, Kalinga, was awarded the Presidential Medal of Merit for her impact and influence in preserving the country's heritage and culture. NATIONAL TREASURE —President Ferdinand 'Bongbong' Marcos Jr. awards the Presidential Medal of...
Malacañang has celebrated Chief Presidential Legal Counsel Juan Ponce Enrile's centennial birthday, with two former presidents in attendance. Juan Ponce Enrile (Photo courtesy of PPA/KJ Rosales) President Marcos hosted a luncheon for Enrile's 100th birthday at the Malacañan Palace on...
Feb. 14, Valentine's Day--also was the 100th birthday of Chief Presidential Legal Counsel Juan Ponce Enrile--paved the way for Senate President Juan Miguel "Migz" Zubiri and House Speaker Martin Romualdez to meet in the presence of President Marcos. From left: Sen. Ramon "Bong" Revilla, Jr. Special...
"A constant inspiration." This was how President Marcos described his chief legal counsel who is celebrating his 100th birthday on Valentine's Day. Through the Office of the President's official Facebook page, Marcos greeted Juan Ponce Enrile, the longest-serving and oldest public servant at...
