The Senate joined the Filipino community on Monday, March 4 in expressing grief over the sudden passing of award-winning actress Jaclyn Jose. Senate President Juan Miguel "Migz" Zubiri said during the plenary session that the Senate extends its sincerest condolences to the family of Jose. He added...
Some senators on Monday, March 4 have confirmed their utmost support for Senate President Juan Miguel “Migz” Zubiri’s leadership. This, after rumors buzzed of Zubiri being replaced by another senior lawmaker in the Upper House—in particular, Sen. Jinggoy Ejercito Estrada....
Senator Juan Edgardo “Sonny” Angara on Wednesday, February 28 welcomed the current moves in amending the 1987 Constitution which is gearing towards the holding of the Charter change (Cha-cha) plebiscite alongside the May 2025 midterm elections. In an interview, Angara, who chairs the Senate...
OF TREES AND FOREST A leader is someone who can marshal all the resources he has in an efficient and effective manner in order to accomplish his vision. “A great leader,” the Harvard Business Review article added, “is one who can do so day after day, and year after year, in a wide variety of...
Senate President Juan Miguel "Migz" Zubiri is setting an example by leading in maintaining perfect attendance along with 11 other senators. "In the Senate, every day is a 'buckling-down-to-work' kind of day," he said on Tuesday, Feb. 27. According to Zubiri, he has once again extended his streak of...
The French Senate expressed its continued commitment to defense cooperation as well as to trade partnerships with the Philippines. (Photo courtesy of Senate of the Philippines) This was after the Philippine Senate met with the delegation from the French Senate, who were in the country for a...
The Senate welcomed the recent statement of President Marcos in leading deliberations related to amending the 1987 Constitution. In an interview, Marcos was asked about his preferred mode when it comes to constitutional reforms to which he replied: "The Senate is taking the lead and between the two...
OF TREES AND FOREST (Part 1) We often come across the term business leaders when we read or listen to the news. The media would frequently go to “business leaders” to get their opinions not just on economic and business issues but national issues in general. But what does it mean...
Senate President Juan Miguel "Migz" Zubiri is unfazed by the rumors of a current plot to replace him as the Senate leader, saying that he leaves "it to the wisdom of my majority." "I am extremely honored to serve at the pleasure of my colleagues. Ganon na lang naman yan. (It's just like that) I...
Senators on Monday, February 19 disproved rumors of a current plot to replace Senate President Juan Miguel "Migz" Zubiri, and that it will be a challenge for one to succeed. In an interview, Zubiri said that he is extremely honored to serve at the pleasure of his colleagues. He mentioned, however,...
Speaking before alumni of the Philippine Military Academy (PMA), Senate President Juan Miguel Zubiri says that he is hoping that they stand with the Senate in protecting the 1987 Constitution. (Photo from the Office of Senate President Juan Miguel Zubiri) "I am hopeful that our men and women of the...
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...
