BEYOND BUDGET Assalamu alaikum wa Rahmatullahi wa Barakatuh. I had the privilege of attending the World Governments Summit (WGS) last Feb. 11 to 13 in Dubai. This is an annual gathering of world leaders for dialogue among government officials, thought leaders, policymakers, and private sector...
The Philippines is sending a clear message to the world that it is open for business with the signing of the Implementing Rules and Regulations (IRR) of the Corporate Recovery and Tax Incentives for Enterprises to Maximize Opportunities for Reinvigorating the Economy (CREATE MORE) Act. Following...
The Department of Education (DepEd) confirmed on Monday, Feb. 17, that an investigation has been launched into a dozen private schools across nine divisions over allegations of listing “ghost students” to receive government subsidies under the Senior High School Voucher Program (SHS VP). (DepEd...
PEACE BY PEACE Over the past few weeks, the recently signed 2025 General Appropriations Act (GAA) of the Marcos Jr. administration has been one of the hottest topics on the news and social media. From alleged blank items in the GAA —which turned out to be untrue— to accusations of corruption...
The Department of Education (DepEd) plans to provide mobile computer laboratories to every public school across the country as part of its efforts to strengthen its computerization program. (Deped / MB Visual Content Group) In a statement issued on Feb. 14, DepEd Secretary Sonny Angara said the...
Department of Tourism (DOT) Secretary Christina Garcia-Frasco and Pangasinan Governor Ramon Guico III lead the signing of a Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) for the construction of the first Tourist Rest Area in Lingayen, Pangasinan on February 13, 2025. (Photo: DOT) The Department of Tourism (DOT)...
Rumors are rife and cannot be outrightly dignified. This was how Malacañang responded to rumors of a looming Cabinet revamp, claiming that two more Cabinet members, aside from Transportation Secretary Jaime Bautista, have stepped down from their posts. Executive Secretary Lucas Bersamin (John...
The Department of Education (DepEd) on Thursday, Feb. 13, reiterated its commitment to sustaining programs supported by the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) despite the announced funding freeze. (DepEd / MB Visual Content Group) In a statement, DepEd said it has outlined...
President Marcos has appointed former Bases Conversion and Development Authority president Vivencio "Vince" Bringas Dizon as the new secretary of the Department of Transportation (DOTr). Former BCDA president Vince Dizon (Photo courtesy of BCDA) Executive Secretary Lucas Bersamin disclosed on...
CEBU CITY – Cebu fifth district Rep. Duke Frasco has broken his silence over his decision to sign the impeachment complaint against Vice President Sara Duterte. CEBU fifth district Rep. Duke Frasco (center). (FB) Frasco was heavily criticized for backing Duterte's impeachment as he and his...
The Department of Education (DepEd) has earned praise for its prompt response to key recommendations from the Second Congressional Commission on Education (EDCOM 2), with stakeholders acknowledging its efforts to address long-standing issues in the country’s education system. JOJO RINOZA /...
To fill vacancies, enhance administrative efficiency, and provide better support for teachers and students in public schools nationwide, the Department of Education (DepEd) is set to deploy 15,000 school principals in 2025 as part of its efforts to strengthen school leadership and improve education...
