President Marcos announced the rollout of a low-interest emergency loan program under the Social Security System (SSS), saying the measure is meant to protect members from predatory “5-6” lenders during times of crisis. In a video message uploaded to his social media account on Thursday, Dec....
President Marcos has appointed Associate Justice Ma. Belen Ringpis-Liban as the new Presiding Justice of the Court of Tax Appeals (CTA), effective Dec. 17, 2025, Malacañang announced. In a statement on Wednesday evening, Dec. 17, Presidential Communications Office Undersecretary Claire Castro said...
A week before Christmas, President Marcos joined volunteers in serving free meals and distributing gifts to beneficiaries of the Walang Gutom Program. Wearing a Santa hat, Marcos served "walked-in clients" at the Walang Gutom Kitchen in Pasay City on Wednesday afternoon, Dec. 17, during the...
While Malacañang agreed that the proposal of Senator Panfilo Lacson to opt with reenacted budget rather than a graft-ridden one was a good suggestion, President Marcos remains confident that there is still ample time to pass the proposed 2026 national budget. "Maganda po ang suhestiyon ni Senator...
President Marcos disputed claims labeling the Philippines as an "ISIS training hotspot," following reports that the suspects of the Bondi Beach mass shooting previously visited the country. "[T]he President strongly rejects the sweeping statement and the misleading characterization of the...
Malacañang said President Marcos has ordered the extension of the filing period for hospital reimbursement claims to 120 days, a move aimed at easing delays in PhilHealth payments and helping health facilities recover denied claims. Presidential Communications Office (PCO) Undersecretary Claire...
President Marcos reminded newly promoted Philippine National Police (PNP) generals that elevation in rank comes with greater accountability, stressing that leadership is measured not by authority but by how officers uphold public trust and the rule of law. Speaking during the oath-taking of 50...
Malacañang is not considering the thought of resorting to any "plan B" or a reenacted budget amid a "deadlock" on the bicameral deliberations on the proposed 2026 national budget. "Ayaw namin isipin ang plan B. Sana maipasa ang 2026 budget (We do not want to think of a plan B. We hope the 2026...
Despite being runningmates in the 2022 national elections, President Marcos has no knowledge of the alleged transactions of Vice President Sara Duterte with drug dealers and Philippine offshore gaming operators (POGO). Palace Press Officer and Communications Undersecretary Claire Castro said Marcos...
Malacañang asserted that the opening of the Bucana Bridge in Davao City was not premature, citing that the road approach leading to the bridge was initially cleared for limited access. Palace Press Officer and Communications Undersecretary Claire Castro explained on Tuesday, Dec. 16, that the...
Recognizing that stronger foundational skills are key to achieving quality education, the Department of Education (DepEd) is strengthening reforms in basic education, particularly those focused on early grade levels. “In DepEd, we have deliberately shifted our focus toward stronger foundational...
In meeting Rhodora Alcaraz Tuñacao, the overseas Filipino worker who braved the tragic Tai Po fire in Hong Kong and saved a baby, President Marcos could not help but commend her heroism. "Kanina po ay nakita ko si Rhodora Alcaraz Tuñacao (Earlier, I saw Rhodora Alcaraz Tuñacao)," the President...
