President Marcos attributed the country’s slower third-quarter economic growth to climate disruptions and global headwinds, assuring that a surge in public spending would help restore momentum before the year ends. Marcos said this as the peso hit a record low of P59.17 to the US dollar on...
President Marcos clarified that former House Speaker Martin Romualdez is not among the 37 individuals referred to the Ombudsman for corruption charges, but stressed that “no one is immune” from accountability as the investigation expands. In a press conference at Malacañan on Thursday, Nov....
President Marcos has appointed Department of Finance (DOF) Undersecretary Charlito Mendoza as the new Commissioner of the Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR), replacing lawyer Romeo “Jun” Lumagui Jr. Mendoza’s appointment paper was signed on Tuesday, Nov. 12. He currently heads the DOF’s...
The Metro Manila Council (MMC), composed of the 17 mayors of Metro Manila, together with Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA) Chairman Don Artes, expressed full support for President Marcos Jr. 's “Oplan Kontra Baha,” which aims to reduce flooding in Metro Manila by up to 60...
President Marcos has led the launch of Oplan Kontra Baha, a large-scale flood mitigation program that aims to reduce flooding in Metro Manila by as much as 60 percent through continuous dredging, desiltation, and clearing of major waterways. Speaking at the launch of the Greater Metro Manila...
President Marcos has issued Executive Order (EO) No. 105, which maintains the 15 percent tariff rate on imported rice until the end of 2025 and introduces a mechanism to adjust rates based on international market prices starting next year. The EO, signed by Executive Secretary Lucas Bersamin on...
President Marcos has issued Executive Order (EO) No. 103, extending the transition period for the full devolution of government functions to local government units (LGUs) until 2028. The order, signed by Executive Secretary Lucas Bersamin by authority of the President, grants LGUs additional time...
President Marcos placed the entire government on full alert as Typhoon Uwan approached Northern Luzon, ordering swift preemptive evacuations, rapid-response deployments, and close coordination among national agencies and local governments. “Naka-full alert ang lahat ng ahensya ng pamahalaan at...
President Marcos has declared a state of national calamity following the widespread destruction caused by Typhoon Tino, which killed at least 188 people as it devastated several regions across the country this week. In Proclamation No. 1077, signed by Executive Secretary Lucas Bersamin on Thursday,...
President Marcos assured the people of Cebu that the national government will remain on the ground to help families recover from the devastation brought by Typhoon Tino. Speaking after a situation briefing at the Cebu Provincial Capitol on Friday, Nov. 7, Marcos said the government’s priority is...
President Marcos has praised the Philippine Marines for their bravery and steadfast service to the nation, assuring them of full government support to strengthen their capabilities and welfare. Speaking at the 75th founding anniversary celebration of the Philippine Marine Corps in Parañaque City,...
“Their courage will never be forgotten.” This was President Marcos’ remark as he paid his respects to six members of the Philippine Air Force (PAF) who died in the line of duty after their Super Huey helicopter crashed in Agusan del Sur while conducting disaster response operations in the...
