LAPU-LAPU CITY, Cebu — President Marcos said the Philippines will push for stronger regional cooperation on energy security, food security, and the protection of Southeast Asians as the country hosts the 48th Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) Summit and Related Meetings in Cebu this...
A total of 8,898 senior citizens in San Juan City will receive 40 kilos of rice each this year under the Assistance to Indigent Individuals or Families–Food Assistance (AIIF-FA) Rice Distribution Project, which began with the first 10-kilo allocation on Wednesday, May 6. San Juan City Mayor...
Vice President Sara Duterte questioned why President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. won the 2022 elections, accusing him of “lying” to Filipinos about his capabilities and plans for the country amid what she described as worsening economic conditions under the current administration. Speaking before...
The Economy and Development (ED) Council has approved refinements to the implementation of San Miguel Corp. (SMC)-led Metro Rail Transit Line 7 (MRT-7) and adjustments to a maritime security project involving fast patrol crafts, as the government moves to accelerate infrastructure delivery and...
President Marcos has led the opening of a new segment of the Cavite-Laguna Expressway (CALAX) and announced that motorists may use it toll-free for one month. “I can announce na mabuksan ito starting 12 midnight tonight and for one month, wala na muna toll (I can announce that this will open...
President Marcos said the government is correcting the misuse of the Local Government Support Fund (LGSF) by directing resources straight to local governments and communities under the “Bawat Barangay Makikinabang” program. In a speech on the program’s launch in General Trias, Cavite, on...
President Marcos said the government has mobilized a full response to assist communities affected by ashfall from Mayon Volcano, with clearing operations ongoing and basic needs in Albay already addressed. The President said he received updates from agencies on the ground, including the Department...
President Marcos has ordered the immediate assistance to communities affected by ashfall from the ongoing Mayon Volcano unrest, Malacañang said. Marcos made the directive, noting Guinobatan and Camalig, Albay. According to Malacañang, response operations have been mobilized to protect public...
President Marcos has urged student-beneficiaries of the government’s scholarship program to take their studies seriously, emphasizing that education is a lifelong asset. “Mapakinabangan ninyo ito at mag-aral kayong mabuti at napakahalaga ng magandang edukasyon (Make the most of this and study...
President Marcos said the Philippines is expanding opportunities for Filipino athletes as he met with Olympic Council of Asia (OCA) President Sheikh Joaan bin Hamad Al-Thani to strengthen cooperation in sports development and explore future hosting prospects. The President welcomed the Qatari...
President Marcos has vowed to deliver “disenteng trabaho” (decent jobs) for Filipinos as he acknowledged the burden of rising fuel prices, electricity costs, and basic goods on workers. In a speech during the 124th Labor Day Celebration in General Santos City, the President said the government...
President Marcos paid tribute to Filipino workers, calling them the “backbone” of the nation and vowing to expand job opportunities and strengthen labor protections. In his Labor Day message posted on Friday, May 1, the President said workers continue to drive the country forward despite...
