The Federation of Filipino Chinese Chambers of Commerce and Industry Inc. (FFCCCII) turned over three Toyota Hilux police patrol vehicles to the City Government of Manila on Monday, Nov. 24, to boost the mobility and operational capacity of the Manila Police District (MPD). The turnover ceremony...
The Department of Agriculture (DA) will build cheaper farm-to-market roads (FMR) once it formally assumes responsibility of the program starting next year, with the agency introducing new methods to help cut costs. Agriculture Secretary Francisco Tiu Laurel said the government will save at least 20...
TACLOBAN CITY – San Francisco, Southern Leyte Mayor Jason Ortizo thanked former Philippine National Police chief Gen. Nicolas Torre III for donating a generator set and internet modem to the municipality which was heavily affected by typhoon “Tino” last week. “Thank you, Gen. Nick Torre,...
The Department of Agriculture (DA) will investigate the possible involvement of its own officials in several non-existent farm-to-market road (FMR) projects discovered in Mindanao. Agriculture Assistant Secretary Arnel de Mesa said there is a strong possibility that some officials are involved in...
President Marcos met with Manila Mayor Francisco “Isko Moreno” Domagoso in Malacañang on Friday, Oct.17, to strengthen national and local cooperation on major infrastructure and social development projects in the country’s capital. In a statement, the Presidential Communications Office (PCO)...
The Department of Agriculture (DA) would build 300 more rice mills in the next three years, as the government seeks to reverse post-harvest losses by improving the rice sector’s drying capacity. Agriculture Secretary Francisco Tiu Laurel said his agency has earmarked ₱3.3 billion until 2028 to...
Manila Mayor Francisco "Isko Moreno" Domagoso welcomed Ilocos Norte Vice Governor Matthew Joseph Manotoc during a courtesy visit at the Manila City Hall. The city government stated that the meeting symbolizes the continued friendship and cooperation between the City of Manila and the Province of...
The Department of Agriculture (DA) has stood firm on its decision not to import sugar for the current milling season in a bid to stabilize sugar prices that have been weighed down by market uncertainty. In a statement on Wednesday, Oct. 15, the DA reiterated the government policy earlier issued by...
Barangay Health Workers (BHWs) and Barangay Nutrition Scholars (BNS) of the City of Manila received brand new tablets on Wednesday, Oct. 15, in a move to modernize and enhance the delivery of healthcare services across communities. The tablets were donated by the Philippine Amusement and Gaming...
The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) was awarded for well-being and diversity by Investors in People (IiP) Philippines, reflecting its commitment to investing in its workforce to achieve excellence in public service. The Commission said it was named the winner for the Award for Wellbeing...
The Department of Agriculture (DA) is willing to take over the construction of farm-to-market roads (FMRs) following the discovery of non-existent and overpriced projects under the Department of Public Works and Highways ' (DPWH) watch. Responding to the challenge from the Senate Committee on...
The City of Manila has successfully collected P160 million in unpaid taxes from contractors involved in various flood control projects, with the funds now being redirected to support key education and social programs, Manila Mayor Francisco "Isko Moreno" Domagoso announced. The announcement was...
