Senate President Pro Tempore Jinggoy Ejercito Estrada said the recent sighting of the China Coast Guard’s largest vessel off the coast of Zambales “is deeply concerning.” Estrada pointed this out as he also took note of the earlier recovery of an underwater drone off the coast in...
For senators, Mary Jane Veloso's repatriation shows the Philippine government's commitment to the welfare of Overseas Filipino Workers (OFWs). Senate President Francis "Chiz" Escudero hopes that Veloso’s repatriation is only the first of many Filipinos similarly situated in various parts of the...
Senate President Pro Tempore Jinggoy Ejercito Estrada said the Philippine government can better defend the country’s borders and protect its citizens once the Reciprocal Access Agreement (RAA) between Japan and the Philippines is in place. The RAA is also vital in ensuring peace and...
Senators have expressed concern over the Russian attack submarine that was monitored in Occidental Mindoro last week. Russian submarine Ufa 490 is detected by the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) and escorted by the Philippine Navy while transiting the West Philippine Sea on Nov. 28, 2024....
Senate President Francis “Chiz" Escudero led the upper chamber on Tuesday, November 6, in honoring former Senate President Juan Ponce Enrile for his services and contributions to the country. Senators pose with former Senate President Juan Ponce Enrile to honor the latter in Senate...
Backing up his ally, Vice President Sara Duterte, Senator Christopher "Bong" Go asked members of the House of Representatives to ease up on its contempt citations as he expressed concern for the health of lawyer Zuleika Lopez. He said this on Saturday, Nov. 23, after the turmoil that erupted...
Senator Jinggoy Estrada urged the Philippine government to consider bringing China's baseline claim before the Permanent Court of Arbitration (PCA) in The Hague or even to the United Nations. Estrada said this in response to China’s recent efforts to reinforce its claim over the West Philippine...
Senators find it unnecessary to grant the Philippine Health Insurance Corp.’s (PhilHealth) request for additional subsidy under their proposed budget for next year when it has yet to provide sufficient financial relief to patients. Sen. Joseph Victor “JV” Ejercito, principal sponsor and...
Senate President Pro Tempore Jinggoy Estrada on Tuesday, November 12 urged the Marcos government to approach the imminent policy shift in the United States calmly instead of agitating undocumented Filipinos that would be facing an imminent immigration crackdown. “Instead of sounding...
Two senators are optimistic that Donald Trump's return will sustain the Philippines' strong ties with the United States (US). Senate President Pro Tempore Jinggoy Ejercito Estrada said the country will remain a significant ally of the United States under Trump's administration. "The Philippines has...
A total of 21 service contracts awarded by the Department of Energy (DOE) to Solar Philippines are in the process of termination. Senate President Pro Tempore Jinggoy Ejercito Estrada asks questions during the Finance Subcommittee E briefing held on Wednesday, October 9, 2024. Estrada not only...
Senate President Pro Tempore Jinggoy Estrada (Senate PRIB) The China Coast Guard (CCG) must be held accountable for its unprovoked attacks on Philippine assets in the West Philippine Sea (WPS), according to Senate President Pro Tempore Jinggoy...
