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10th ID bashes Canadian gov’t for travel advisory vs Mindanao

The 10th Infantry Agila Division (10ID) of the Philippine Army criticized the Canadian government for issuing a travel advisory against all parts of Mindanao, which includes their area of responsibility. Major Mark Anthony Tito, spokesperson for the 10th ID, emphasized that the regions under their jurisdiction are peaceful and free from terrorism and violent threats, contrary to the Canadian embassy's advisory. The division oversees 12 provinces, seven cities, and 72 municipalities in various parts of Mindanao. Tito expressed bewilderment at the basis of the travel advisory, asserting that the Canadian government lacks awareness of the actual situation on the ground. He highlighted the peaceful nature of the entire Davao Region throughout 2023, with no recorded incidents of terrorism or insurgency. Despite the exclusion of Davao City from the advisory, Tito noted that the region would still be impacted. The Canadian embassy's advisory warned its citizens to avoid visiting Mindanao due to ongoing terrorism, civil unrest, kidnapping, high levels of violence, and encounters between rebel forces and government security authorities. Specific provinces and regions were singled out for caution or non-essential travel, including Northern Mindanao, Soccsksargen, and Eastern Mindanao. Contrary to the advisory, the 10th ID has been actively weakening and eliminating guerilla forces within its jurisdiction as part of the Philippine Army's efforts to establish an insurgency-free zone. In fact, on October 27, 2023, the Davao Region celebrated its first anniversary as an insurgency-free region in the Philippines. This dispute has led to other related stories, including the Chamber's intention to engage in discussions with the Canadian government regarding the travel advisory, as well as refutations from the Mindanao Development Authority (MinDA) and celebrations of the Davao Region's insurgency-free status by the Regional Peace and Order Council. In summary, the 10th ID vehemently opposes the Canadian government's travel advisory, citing the peaceful and secure nature of the regions under their jurisdiction, and highlighting the significant strides made in eradicating insurgency in the Davao Region......»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsJan 30th, 2024

Agri chief, MVP Group discuss investments in food security

Agriculture Secretary Francisco Tiu Laurel Jr. met with business tycoon Manuel V. Pangilinan, chairman of Metro Pacific Investments Corp., to discuss plans for significant investments in agriculture to support the government's food security goals......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsFeb 17th, 2024

Pacific Language Weeks celebrate regional unity

This year's Pacific Language Weeks celebrate regional unity and the contribution of Pacific communities to New Zealand culture, says Minister for Pacific Peoples Dr Shane Reti. Dr Reti announced dates for the 2024 Pacific Language Weeks during a visit to the Pasifika festival in Auckland today and says there's so much to acknowledge. "After being immersed in the l.....»»

Category: newsSource:  philippinetimesRelated NewsMar 10th, 2024

The biggest infra company

San Miguel Corp. president and CEO Ramon S. Ang and Metro Pacific Investments Corp. chair, president and CEO Manuel V. Pangilinan are talking to merge their respective tollways operations – SMC Tollways (under San Miguel Infrastructure Holdings) and Metro Pacific Tollways Corp. MPIC......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsMar 13th, 2024

Metro Pacific doubles net earnings in 2023

Pangilinan-led conglomerate Metro Pacific Investments Corp. is investing P140 billion for capital expenditures in its first full year as a private company, picking up confidence from its performance in 2023......»»

Category: financeSource:  philstarRelated NewsMar 6th, 2024

Metro Pacific charts stronger growth path

Conglomerate Metro Pacific Investments Corp. is charting a stronger growth path on its first year back as a private company following its delisting from the stock market late last year......»»

Category: financeSource:  philstarRelated NewsFeb 27th, 2024

Metro Pacific exploring purchase of Ayala Corp.’s LRT-1 stake

Back in mid-January, news broke that Ayala Corp. was looking to sell its 35% stake in Light Rail Manila Corp. to the Villar Group, but that AC’s co-investor, Metro Pacific Investments, had the right of first refusal under its shareholders agreement......»»

Category: financeSource:  philstarRelated NewsFeb 22nd, 2024

Blacklist Rivalry just getting started with Predator League win

Blacklist Rivalry's win at the Asia-Pacific Predator League last Sunday is just the beginning for the team as it sets it sights on the 2024 season......»»

Category: sportsSource:  philstarRelated NewsJan 17th, 2024

Earthquake of magnitude 6.0 strikes Mindanao in Philippines

Mindanao [Philippines], March 8 (ANI): An earthquake of magnitude 6.0 on the Richter scale struck Mindanao in Philippines on Friday, the National Centre for Seismology said. The depth of the earthquake was measured at 140 km. According to the NCS, the tremors were felt at about 14:41:47 IST. "Earthquake of Magnitude:6.0, Occurred on 08-03-2024, 14:41:47 IST, Lat: 5.81Long: 126.90, Depth: 140 Km, Location: Mindanao, Philip.....»»

Category: newsSource:  philippinetimesRelated NewsMar 10th, 2024

Earthquake of magnitude 6.0 strikes Mindanao in Philippines

Mindanao [Philippines], March 8 (ANI): An earthquake of magnitude 6.0 on the Richter scale struck Mindanao in Philippines on Friday, the National Centre for Seismology said. The depth of the earthquake was measured at 140 km. According to the NCS, the tremors were felt at about 14:41:47 IST. "Earthquake of Magnitude:6.0, Occurred on 08-03-2024, 14:41:47 IST, Lat: 5.81Long: 126.90, Depth: 140 Km, Location: Mindanao, Philip.....»»

Category: newsSource:  manilanewsRelated NewsMar 9th, 2024

MPIC likely to pass up on subway bidding

The Metro Pacific Investments Corp. plans to pass up on the opportunity to manage the Metro Manila Subway Project (MMSP), the first underground railway in the Philippines being built by the government......»»

Category: financeSource:  philstarRelated NewsFeb 21st, 2024

MVP, Ang may jointly bid for MRT-3

Another infrastructure tie-up between tycoons Manuel V. Pangilinan and Ramon Ang could be in the works as Metro Pacific Investments Corp. will engage San Miguel Corp. in bidding for the privatization of the Metro Rail Transit Line 3......»»

Category: financeSource:  philstarRelated NewsJan 18th, 2024

GCash sets sights on further international expansion

With GCash Overseas, Filipinos in the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, Spain, Italy, Germany, Qatar, Kuwait, Japan, South Korea, Taiwan, Singapore, Hong Kong and Australia can now download and use the GCash app, whether they have Philippine SIMs or local mobile phone numbers in the countries or territories where they live......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsMar 22nd, 2024

Cua seeks 4th double as Ronald Barrios Cup tennis tilt fires off

Dhea Cua sets her sights on a remarkable fourth consecutive “double” victory in the Ronald Barrios Cup National Juniors Tennis Championships......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsMar 8th, 2024

Flu-stricken Singson ready for PLO, pro golf debut

Down with flu-like symptoms, Mafy Singson remains unwavering in her focus on the upcoming Philippine Ladies Open even as she sets her sights on her professional debut......»»

Category: sportsSource:  philstarRelated NewsFeb 16th, 2024

Recto sets sights on ‘more realistic’ targets

Nearly a month in office, the head of the government’s economic team is already looking at a review of growth and fiscal targets this year and over the medium term, noting that global developments should prompt for “more realistic” expectations......»»

Category: financeSource:  philstarRelated NewsFeb 12th, 2024

Reig marked man in CamSur

Irienold Reig Jr. faces a challenging task as he sets his sights on a second triathlon crown in the men’s division of the 5150 Triathlon CamSur slated tomorrow in Camarines Sur......»»

Category: sportsSource:  philstarRelated NewsFeb 10th, 2024

Reig on hunt for 2nd triathlon title in 5150 CamSur

Irienold Reig Jr. faces a challenging task as he sets his sights on a second triathlon crown in the men’s division of the 5150 Triathlon CamSur slated Sunday, February 11, in Camarines Sur......»»

Category: sportsSource:  philstarRelated NewsFeb 9th, 2024

Biden Sets Sights On Las Vegas Before Nevada s Primary

Reno, Nevada - President Joe Biden's latest campaign swing is taking him across the country to Nevada, where the "first-in-the-West" primaries are underway with early and absentee voting. But the Democrat and his team are also using the visit to shore up support for the general election in November.Biden was arriving in Las Vegas on Sunday for appearances through Monday after spending part of the weekend in Cali.....»»

Category: newsSource:  manilanewsRelated NewsFeb 5th, 2024

NAIA project eyed to jumpstart P40 billion Maharlika investments

The Maharlika Investment Corp. is setting its sights on the recently awarded Ninoy Aquino International Airport rehabilitation as one of about 10 projects where it intends to invest the MIC’s P40-billion funding this year......»»

Category: financeSource:  philstarRelated NewsFeb 20th, 2024