Rebel returnees going back to insurgency increasing
THE Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG) in Davao de Oro admitted that the number of rebel returnees going back to their old ways has increased in some parts of the province......»»
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......»»
27 rebel returnees get educational, financial aid; Tongson joins call for remaining defactors surrender
27 rebel returnees get educational, financial aid; Tongson joins call for remaining defactors surrender.....»»
Mayor Baste honors law enforcers in making Davao City insurgency-free
DAVAO City Mayor Sebastian “Baste” Duterte honors the military and law enforcement units in making the city insurgency-free......»»
3ID: Visayas nears total victory vs communist insurgency
3ID: Visayas nears total victory vs communist insurgency.....»»
Suspected NPA rebel nabbed in Negros Oriental
Suspected NPA rebel nabbed in Negros Oriental.....»»
Suspected NPA rebel nabbed in Negros Oriental
Suspected NPA rebel nabbed in Negros Oriental.....»»
NPA rebel killed, another nabbed in Northern Samar clash
A New People’s Army rebel was killed while another was arrested following an encounter with government troopers in Barangay Osmeña in Las Navas, Northern Samar early yesterday......»»
Rebel remnants in Negros Island urged to surrender
Rebel remnants in Negros Island urged to surrender.....»»
Tour returnees boost Palos Verdes title chase
The ICTSI Palos Verdes Championship unfolds Tuesday, March 19, at the Rancho Palos Verdes Golf and Country Club, featuring a formidable roster......»»
Mulan star Ming-Na Wen joins new Karate Kid movie with Jackie Chan, Ralph Macchio
Disney legend Ming-Na Wen has been included the cast for the upcoming "Karate Kid" movie helmed by franchise returnees Ralph Macchio and Jackie Chan......»»
DA reiterates commitment to increasing country’s rice production
DA reiterates commitment to increasing country’s rice production.....»»
DA reiterates commitment to increasing country’s rice production
DA reiterates commitment to increasing country’s rice production.....»»
DA reiterates commitment to increasing country’s rice production
DA reiterates commitment to increasing country’s rice production.....»»
DA reiterates commitment to increasing country’s rice production
DA reiterates commitment to increasing country’s rice production.....»»
‘Eastern Visayas pertussis cases increasing’
Cases of pertussis or ”whooping cough” have been increasing in Eastern Visayas......»»
Power rates expected to rise because of El Niño
DAVAO CITY (MindaNews / 17 January)—Expect possible increasing power rates throughout the year amid the anticipated El Niño phenomenon in the country, an official from the Department of Energy (DOE)-Mindanao said. Engr. Darwin P. Galang, DOE-Mindanao senior science research specialist, said the anticipated increasing power rates can be possibly El Niño-related, with 26 percent of […].....»»
Increasing demand for electric vehicles
The Department of Energy (DOE) in Mindanao has observed a growing demand for electric vehicles (EVs). Engr. Adrian Mel B. Delola, a Science Research Specialist II at DOE Mindanao Field Office, discussed this trend during the Kapehan sa Dabaw on January 15, 2024. He highlighted the impact of the Electric Vehicle Industry Development Act (Evida Law), implemented on April 15, 2022, which has contributed to the increasing interest in EVs. Delola acknowledged that the current cost of EVs is a concern but expressed optimism that as demand rises, the number of charging stations will increase and the cost of units will subsequently decrease. He also addressed the presence of hybrid models in key cities in Mindanao and the challenge of limited car dealerships facilitating their distribution. Additionally, Delola touched on the use of e-trikes, classified as light EVs under RA 11697, and the regulations regarding their weight and use on national highways. The DOE is working with various agencies to address issues related to the registration and use of e-trikes. Sellers are also advising consumers on the proper use of e-trikes for private purposes and cautioning against their use on national highways......»»
Region 6 tourist arrivals steadily increasing–DOT
Tourism Regional Director Edwin Trompeta said tourists continue to arrive in Western Visayas and their number have been steadily going up despite the events in the past year that gave negative image to the Philippines......»»
‘Number of weakened guerrilla fronts down to 11’
The decades-old communist rebellion is left with about 1,500 members and 11 “weakened” guerrilla fronts as of the end of 2023, the government’s anti-insurgency task force said......»»
SC: Lorraine Badoy guilty of indirect contempt for red tagging judge
MANILA, Philippines — Loraine Badoy-Partosa, former spokesperson of the government’s anti-insurgency task force, has been found guilty by the Supreme Court (SC) of indirect contempt for red-tagging a Manila Regional Trial Court (RTC) judge. Badoy was ordered to pay a fine of P30,000 and warned against repeating the same or similar acts in the future,.....»»