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‘Why we need to amend the restrictive economic provisions’
In today’s column, I will publish the full text of the testimony I submitted to the Senate subcommittee on the Joint Resolution of both Houses No.6, which was convened on Feb. 5, 2024 at the Senate Session Hall, Senate of the Philippines......»»
Senate hearings on economic Cha-cha to start next week
Senate President Juan Miguel Zubiri said that the Senate will begin deliberating its proposal to amend the economic provisions of the 1987 Constitution next week amid heightened political tensions that seemed to have sprung from differing views on how to change the Charter......»»
Amid House-Senate rift, Romualdez seeks common ground on Cha-cha with Zubiri
After the Senate delivered a scathing rejection of the ongoing People’s Initiative (PI) campaign to amend the Charter, House Speaker Martin Romualdez has reached out to Senate President Juan Miguel Zubiri to express the lower chamber's support for an alternative PI led by the upper chamber......»»
Senate, House joint resolution on Cha-Cha now suspended, says Pimentel
After a strongly worded manifesto, the Senate hits the brakes on charter change until they can ascertain the 'real agenda,' says Senate Minority Leader Koko Pimentel.....»»
Senate says ‘people’s initiative’ exploits democratic process
The Senate issued a manifesto condemning the “people’s initiative” to amend provisions of the 1987 Constitution, which they said will undermine the power of the Senate. .....»»
Pia becomes 1st woman to head Senate Blue Ribbon
Sen. Pia Cayetano has been elected as chair of the Senate Blue Ribbon committee, becoming the first woman to head the panel in Senate history......»»
Telco licensing needs to be reformed – study
The government has to revamp the licensing system for connectivity providers as an initial step to bringing down the cost of internet as well as improving accessibility and reliability, according to a study......»»
Laurel begins DA bureaus’ revamp
Agriculture Secretary Francisco Tiu Laurel Jr. has replaced the Bureau of Animal Industry director as bureaus will be revamped amid the ongoing reorganization of the Department of Agriculture.....»»
An evolving threat: The struggle of cybersecurity
This, he said, does not mean merely using bits and pieces of available technology but rather an overall revamp and paradigm shift when it comes to how they conduct their operations......»»
New DA undersecretary for operations named
Secretary Francisco Tiu Laurel Jr. of the Department of Agriculture has issued a series of special orders on the appointment of top DA officials as part of the agency’s major revamp......»»
Laurel continues DA revamp
More new officials of the Department of Agriculture have been named as Secretary Francisco Tiu Laurel Jr. continues to reorganize the depa.....»»
President Marcos: Replace red tape with red carpet
Following a revamp of his economic team, President Marcos has renewed his commitment to cut red tape and make it easier for businesses to operate in the country......»»
Royse Tubino joins Choco Mucho, boosts team bid for breakthrough PVL title
Choco Mucho adds veteran outside hitter Royse Tubino as it continues its roster revamp ahead of the 2024 PVL season.....»»
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That is, if the LP leadership can unify the rest of the political opposition parties to complete their 12-man Senate slate......»»
After ceasefire, House hopes Senate passes RBH6 by March
Administration lawmakers, under the leadership of Speaker Martin Romualdez in the House of Representatives, are hoping that an inter-parliamentary ceasefire the senators initiated will result in their promise to pass economic reforms in the 1987 Constitution......»»
Teachers welcome reconciled bill on allowance hike
Teachers groups Alliance of Concerned Teachers (ACT) and Teachers’ Dignity Coalition (TDC) welcomed a reconciled bill by the Senate and the House of Representatives that would gradually increase the teaching allowance of public school teachers starting school year 2025-2026......»»
Group welcomes ratification of ILO C190
Employers and trade unions welcomed the decision of the Senate last December to ratify a convention emphasizing the importance of safety and security of Filipino workers......»»
Senate asks Davao police help in Quiboloy arrest
The Senate sergeant-at-arms has sought assistance from the Police Regional Office 11 in Davao in implementing the warrant issued by the upper chamber for the arrest of Apollo Quiboloy, the self-proclaimed son of God......»»
Quiboloy cannot refuse Senate subpoenas – Justice Carpio
Kingdom of Jesus Christ founder and leader Apollo Quiboloy cannot refuse to attend a Senate inquiry on accusations of human trafficking and sexual abuse against him and his members, as it is his obligation as a citizen to attend when summoned, according to retired Supreme Court justice Antonio Carpio......»»
Survey shows Cha-cha still unpopular with Filipinos — Senate leaders
Senate President Juan Miguel Zubiri said that the findings of the survey by private pollster Pulse Asia, which was released on Wednesday, show that Charter change is an "unpopular move.".....»»