While former House Speaker Martin Romualdez attributed budget corruption to the executive branch, President Marcos does not feel he is being blamed for the anomalies surrounding the national budget, which are also linked to the massive flood control scandal. Palace Press Officer and Communications...
Malacañang said the issuance of a travel authority for Vice President Sara Duterte 's supposed trips to Europe and South Korea should not be an issue, as her requests have never been declined. Palace Press Officer and Communications Undersecretary Claire Castro said on Thursday, April 23,...
Malacañang said the International Criminal Court (ICC) Appeals Chamber’s ruling affirming jurisdiction over former president Rodrigo Duterte does not define or dictate the Philippine government’s actions in the case. In her press briefing on Thursday, April 23, Presidential Communications...
Malacañang said it will comply with the directive of the Supreme Court requiring President Marcos to comment on a petition seeking the disclosure of his medical examination report. Presidential Communications Office (PCO) Undersecretary Claire Castro said this after the Supreme Court directed...
Malacañang said Vice President Sara Duterte should explain the billions of pesos in transactions flagged by the Anti-Money Laundering Council (AMLC), stressing that accountability rests with her as a public official. Presidential Communications Office (PCO) Undersecretary Claire Castro said this...
Malacañang said preparations for the Philippines’ hosting of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) Leaders’ Summit are on track, with all systems in place ahead of the regional gathering from May 7 to 8. In a press briefing, Presidential Communications Office (PCO) Undersecretary...
Orange & Lemons have a new single out titled, “Too Young to Be Old.” It comes along with a European tour set for May to June 2026, marking a new chapter for the Filipino indie pop mainstays. The track is a preview of their upcoming album "Visions Of Amber," hinting at a more refined,...
The Philippines continues to enjoy strong access to global capital markets and investors ' trust despite a downgrade in the country 's credit outlook rating, Malacañang said. Global debt watcher Fitch Ratings has downgraded its outlook on the Philippines’ investment-grade status from...
Malacañang has warned operators of transport network vehicle services (TNVS) who may not be reporting the exact number of drivers, leading to discrepancies in the list of cash aid beneficiaries. Palace Press Officer and Communications Undersecretary Claire Castro alleged that some TNVS companies...
While Malacañang distanced itself from the recent rulings on the Office of the Vice President 's (OVP) confidential funds, it stressed that its leadership must properly explain them. Palace Press Officer and Communications Undersecretary Claire Castro said that if Vice President Sara Duterte...
Malacañang said the government will ensure that former lawmaker Zaldy Co, who was arrested in Prague, Czech Republic, last week, will return to the country safely. Palace Press Officer and Communications Undersecretary Claire Castro stated on Tuesday, April 21, that the government will provide...
Malacañang clarified that its move to pursue legal action against “fake news” peddlers does not infringe on freedom of expression, stressing that only false and harmful content is being targeted. Presidential Communications Office (PCO) Undersecretary Claire Castro said this after it...
