A court in Pasig City announced the cancellation of the passports of former Presidential Spokesperson Atty. Harry Roque, Lucky 99 Representative Cassandra Ong, and three other individuals amid human trafficking charges filed against them as the probe continues on the alleged illegal activities...
Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) Secretary Cristina Roque said the government expects massive dumping to happen soon due to the challenging trade environment caused by the United States’ (US) tariffs. “A lot of dumping is expected to happen, especially since the tariffs of the US are a...
Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) Secretary Cristina Roque has assumed the chairmanship of a ministerial body under the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) for next year, tasked with promoting economic integration within the 10-member bloc. Roque was officially handed the chairship...
The Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) on Wednesday, Sept. 24, warned that Angat and San Roque dams may release water if rains from Tropical Storm Opong (international name: Bualoi) concentrate over their catchment areas. PAGASA Deputy...
The Philippines has secured a total of ₱51 billion in investment pledges from Japanese companies following last week ’s visit of the administration’s economic team to Japan, the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) said on Monday, Sept. 15. Trade Secretary Cristina Roque announced during...
DAVAO CITY – A staunch supporter of former President Rodrigo Duterte refuted viral claims that their group quarreled over ‘’humba’’ during a recent birth anniversary celebration. In a Facebook live broadcast, Alvin Sarzate clarified that the misunderstanding among some members of their...
Multinational biopharmaceutical giant AstraZeneca is poised to invest more than ₱7 billion over the next three years as part of its commitment to advance scientific innovation in the Philippines’ healthcare system, including the establishment of the country’s first health innovation hub....
The Marcos administration has secured a commitment from Indian infrastructure giant GMR Group to develop the Sangley Point International Airport (SPIA) in Cavite to help decongest the Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA) and improve regional connectivity. According to a statement from the...
Former president Rodrigo Duterte himself wants former presidential spokesman Harry Roque to “stop interfering” in his crimes against humanity case at the International Criminal Court (ICC), fearing that the former human rights lawyer may be jeopardizing his defense. This was revealed by...
MALASIQUI, Pangasinan – The National Power Corp. (NPC) issued a notice on the preparatory phase of dam discharge warning operation as the San Roque Dam in Pangasinan has reached 273.08 meters above sea level (masl) as of 2 p.m. Tuesday. NPC-San Roque Dam office flood operation manager Teresa...
The Philippines is exploring a free trade agreement (FTA) with Israel in a bid to expand both countries’ trade relationship, currently valued at over $400 million, according to the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI). DTI Secretary Cristina Roque announced at the conclusion of the first...
The Philippines expects negotiations for a free trade agreement (FTA) with the European Union (EU) to conclude next year, as the government seeks to open new markets for its goods and services. Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) Secretary Cristina Roque stated that the FTA with the 27-member...
