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MARCOS VS DUTERTE | Majority of local officials still supporting PBBM, Negros Occidental execs say
MARCOS VS DUTERTE | Majority of local officials still supporting PBBM, Negros Occidental execs say.....»»
VP Sara ready to face ICC charges only before a Filipino court
Vice President Sara Duterte expressed her readiness to confront any allegations against her but insisted that she would only do so in front of a Filipino judge and within the jurisdiction of a Filipino court. In a statement on her Facebook page, she emphasized her refusal to participate in any process that could tarnish the reputation and integrity of the Philippine judiciary system. Duterte adamantly opposed the involvement of foreign entities in the country's legal affairs, citing it as a dishonor to the sacrifices made by Filipino heroes for the nation's freedom. Duterte, who previously served as vice mayor and mayor of Davao City, vehemently denied any involvement in the Davao Death Squad during her terms in office. She expressed dismay over the sudden appearance of a witness against her in the International Criminal Court (ICC) after assuming the vice presidency. Duterte dismissed the accusations and questioned the motives behind the allegations, asserting her capability to accomplish tasks without resorting to unlawful means. In a related development, President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. voiced his refusal to acknowledge the ICC's jurisdiction in the Philippines, considering it a threat to the country's sovereignty. He issued a directive for all government agencies to refrain from cooperating with the ICC, emphasizing the nation's non-recognition of the court's authority. Former senator Antonio Trillanes IV claimed that ICC investigators had gathered substantial evidence against former President Rodrigo Duterte regarding his administration's war on drugs. He anticipated an imminent issuance of an arrest warrant against the former president. Former President Rodrigo Duterte condemned the ICC's decision to initiate a preliminary investigation into the war on drugs, labeling it an insult to the Philippines and challenging the court's jurisdiction within the country. During his presidency, he initiated the withdrawal of the Philippines' membership from the Rome Statute, the treaty that established the ICC. The ICC appeals chamber recently granted a request to resume the investigation into alleged crimes against humanity related to the Philippines' controversial drug campaign, spanning from November 2011 to March 2019. The developments surrounding the ICC's probe into the Philippines' internal affairs have sparked a contentious debate, with key political figures and rights groups expressing divergent views on the matter. The ongoing tensions between the Philippines and the ICC underscore the complex intersection of international law, national sovereignty, and human rights issues......»»
DTI says Marcos overseas trips starting to yield results amid growing foreign investments
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.’s pitches to world leaders during his overseas trips have started to bear fruit, according to the Department of Trade and Industry......»»
Sara reveals she will run in next polls
Summary: Sara Duterte, the Vice President and Education Secretary, announced her intention to run in the next election during a visit to flood victims in Barangay Bago Gallera. In a Facebook Live video, she mentioned that her brothers, Davao City Mayor Sebastian “Baste” Duterte and First District Rep. Paolo “Pulong” Duterte, may not run in the next election, prompting her decision to campaign. However, she did not specify the position she would be running for. The upcoming election will be the 2025 midterm senatorial elections for senators, congressmen, and local officials, with the presidential national elections scheduled for 2028. Duterte also emphasized the importance of barangay development councils in times of calamity and stressed the need for disaster resilience and awareness among barangay officials and children. Additionally, she highlighted the significance of safety and security, urging trust in security personnel and caution against scammers and swindlers. Duterte also emphasized the importance of education for the younger generation and the equal opportunities it provides. This announcement comes amidst her visits to various areas in the Philippines, where she has been extending aid and addressing pertinent issues such as disaster resilience and community safety......»»
Digital economy contributes 8.4 pct to Philippine economy in 2023
MANILA, April 25 (Xinhua) -- The digital economy amounted to 2.05 trillion pesos (35.396 billion U.S. dollars) in 2023, contributing 8.4 percent to the country's gross domestic product (GDP), the Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA) said Thursday. "This resulted in a 7.7 percent growth from the 1.90 trillion pesos (32.8 billion dollars) gross value added of the digital economy in 2022," the agency said......»»
Loss of Russian gas has hurt German economy - minister
The country is now in a "particularly" difficult situation, Vice-Chancellor Robert Habeck has warned The German economy has lost its competitive advantage after abandoning Russian gas supplies, Vice-Chancellor and Economy Minister Robert Habeck stated on Wednesday. The EU's top economy benefited from cheap Russ.....»»
Losing Russian gas has hurt Germany s economy - minister
The country is now in a "particularly" difficult situation, Vice-Chancellor Robert Habeck has warned The German economy has lost its competitive advantage after abandoning Russian gas supplies, Vice-Chancellor and Economy Minister Robert Habeck stated on Wednesday. The EU's top economy benefited from cheap Russ.....»»
Duterte to Marcos: let’s take a drug test at the Luneta Park
DAVAO CITY (MindaNews / 30 January)—Former President Rodrigo Duterte dared President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. to take a drug test at the Luneta Park in Manila to prove to the public that he does not use illegal drugs. He said he is willing to take the drug test, too. “It is not me who will prove, […].....»»
Race for global economic dominance sees striking turn of fortunes - ex-IMF official
The assumption that China will eventually overtake the US as the world's largest economy now seems less certain, Eswar Prasad has said The US has extended its lead over China in the race for the globe's largest economy, Bloomberg reported on Friday. The American economy defied forecasts in outperfo.....»»
DepEd expects Cebu City’s ‘world-class’ hosting of Palarong Pambansa
CEBU CITY, Philippines— The Department of Education (DepEd) anticipates nothing short of a ‘world-class’ hosting from Cebu City for the upcoming 2024 Palarong Pambansa. Dr. Francis Cesar Bringas, DepEd Assistant Secretary for Field Operations, expressed this expectation during the signing of the memorandum of agreement between Vice President and DepEd Secretary Sara Z. Duterte and.....»»
Lagged impact of high rates to take toll on economy – BSP
The lagged effects of monetary policy adjustments last year will continue to take its toll on the economy, with growth likely to fall below government targets anew......»»
PCG to government execs: Take stand vs China bullying
Government officials should take a stand against Chinese provocations in the West Philippine Sea and declare it loudly and openly, as “silence in the face of aggression is not an option,” Philippine Coast Guard Commodore Jay Tarriela said yesterday......»»
Open ocean salmon farm a win for the economy
The final approval of New Zealand King Salmon's Blue Endeavour open ocean aquaculture project is a significant step for New Zealand's aquaculture, and a win for the economy, Oceans and Fisheries Minister Shane Jones says. "Blue Endeavour will be the first open ocean aquaculture salmon farm in New Zealand. It's going to provide more jobs for the Marlborough region and benefit our economy b.....»»
Airfares to go down next month
Filipinos planning to go on summer trips may start booking their flights next month to take advantage of cheaper airfares as the government cut the fuel surcharge for the second month in a row......»»
Xinhua world economic news summary at 0830 GMT, Jan. 18
DAVOS, Switzerland -- Although the global economy is facing sluggish growth and numerous challenges, business leaders attending the 54th annual meeting of the World Economic Forum (WEF) remain confident over the prospects of the Chinese economy. Over recent years, China has been an important engine for the global economy. China's gross domestic product (GDP) posted a growth of 5.2 percent year-on-year in 2023, h.....»»
Gov. Jubahib netfest unwraps
Promising young talents from the southern regions take center stage in the Gov. Edwin Jubahib Cup national tennis championships beginning today at the DavNor Tourism Sports Complex courts in Davao del Norte......»»
Mindanao aspirants begin bids in Gov. Jubahib Cup netfest
Promising young talents from the southern regions take center stage in pursuit of titles and ranking points in the Gov. Edwin Jubahib Cup national tennis championships......»»
No sanctions for teacher scolding pupils — VP Sara
MANILA, Philippines — Vice President and Secretary of the Department of Education (DepEd) Sara Duterte announced on Thursday that the teacher who was seen in a viral video scolding her class will not face any penalties. According to Duterte, she just wants to remind the teacher that when she is angry, she has to pause.....»»
CV records ‘fastest growing economy’ among all regions in PH
CEBU CITY, Philippines — Central Visayas has bested the 17 regions in the country after being named the “fastest-growing” economy based on the 2023 data of the Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA). It also remained the fourth-largest contributor to the overall growth of the Philippine economy and the highest contributor outside Luzon, with a 6.6 percent.....»»
Cebu Daily Newscast: CCLEX-Guadalupe ramp: P6B project set to boost Cebu’s economy
Listen to Cebu Daily Newscast to know the latest news in and outside Cebu. Here are the latest news as of Thursday, April 18. CCLEX-Guadalupe ramp: P6B project set to boost Cebu’s economy Cebuanos can anticipate a significant impact on Metro Cebu’s economy following a substantial investment increase by a unit of Metro Pacific Tollways.....»»