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FPRRD opposes disguised Charter change initiative

Former President Rodrigo R. Duterte has vehemently opposed the disguised People’s Initiative for Charter change, denouncing the cash-for-signature campaign as repugnant and a disgraceful act during a YouTube interview with Banateros Brothers on January 22, 2024. Duterte emphasized his disapproval of the initiative, urging for it to be halted, particularly criticizing the payment of individuals to sign the documents. He warned that such actions could lead to a new Constitution that might destroy the nation and open avenues for political abuses. Duterte stressed the importance of democracy in the Philippines, asserting that those seeking to remain in power should go through the electoral process. He highlighted that a well-performing and non-corrupt individual would retain power, while those with poor performance would be ousted through the electoral process. Expressing satisfaction with the current Constitution, Duterte argued that it has contributed to stability, reducing conflicts with groups like the New People's Army (NPA). He strongly advised against meddling with the Constitution, cautioning that it would only bring trouble to the country. Duterte pledged active opposition to the initiative, stating that he would campaign against it. Additionally, residents of Calinan District, Vice President Sara Duterte, and Representatives Isidro Ungab and Paolo Pulong Duterte have also voiced opposition to the People's Initiative for Charter Change. Margarita Atty. Migs Nograles, the representative of the Pwersa ng Bayaning Atleta (PBA) Partylist, alleged to have started the cha-cha signature campaign, has yet to issue an official statement on the matter as of the latest update. Related stories include the denouncement of alleged `vote buying’ in signing the petition for Cha-cha by Davao City lawmakers, Vice President Duterte's condemnation of the cash-for-signature drive, and a prayer rally against PI’s Cha-cha on Jan 28......»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsJan 24th, 2024

The pests that are toxic politics and rice tariffication

Duterte back in 2019 promised us of cheaper rice with his Rice Tariffication Law. The Marcos-Duterte Uni-Team in 2022 promised to lower the price of rice to P20 per kilo. These promises clearly remained as promises......»»

Category: newsSource:  davaotodayRelated NewsMar 5th, 2024

Building code revision for better internet connection – think tank

An international think tank institution is urging the government to revise an old law and help improve the reach of internet connections across the country......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsApr 8th, 2024

Building code revision for better internet connection – think tank

An international think tank institution is urging the government to revise an old law and help improve the reach of internet connections across the country......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsApr 8th, 2024

Building code revision for better internet connection – think tank

An international think tank institution is urging the government to revise an old law and help improve the reach of internet connections across the country......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsApr 8th, 2024

Building code revision for better internet connection – think tank

An international think tank institution is urging the government to revise an old law and help improve the reach of internet connections across the country......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsApr 8th, 2024

Institutionalize space allocation for ICT infrastructure in development projects – think tank

Legislators should adopt a no-lease policy in a pending legislation requiring real estate developers to allocate space for information and communication technology (ICT) infrastructure in all existing and new development projects, according to international think tank Stratbase Institute......»»

Category: financeSource:  philstarRelated NewsMar 1st, 2024

Think tank: No change in BSP rates

The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas is likely to keep key rates steady at its policy meeting on Thursday, according to UK-based think tank Pantheon Macroeconomics......»»

Category: financeSource:  philstarRelated NewsFeb 13th, 2024

Think tank sees likelihood of BSP rate cuts starting Q2

The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas is expected to start cutting interest rates in the second quarter following the economic growth posted last year, according to UK-based think tank Pantheon Macroeconomics......»»

Category: financeSource:  philstarRelated NewsFeb 3rd, 2024

Public sector banks doing better in managing NPAs vis-a-vis their private counterparts: FICCI-IBA survey

New Delhi [India], March 21 (ANI): Public sector banks in India are doing better in comparison to their private sector counterparts in terms of non-performing assets, a survey conducted by industry body FICCI and banking association Indian Banks' Association (IBA) found. A nonperforming asset refers to loans or advances that are on the brink of default. According to the survey, a large majority (77 per cent) of the respon.....»»

Category: newsSource:  manilanewsRelated NewsMar 21st, 2024

PSAC affirms commitment to public-private collaboration

The Private Sector Advisory Council is ramping up efforts to foster economic growth and poverty reduction through collaboration between governments and the private sector......»»

Category: financeSource:  philstarRelated NewsFeb 13th, 2024

Rice imports as of mid-March 886,963 MT

The country’s rice imports as of mid-March have surpassed the total volume recorded in the entire first quarter of last year by a double-digit rate, to over 880,000 metric tons, government data showed......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsMar 26th, 2024

2024 rice imports hit 570,000 MT

The country’s rice imports have reached almost 570,000 metric tons as of mid-February, surpassing the total imported volume in the first two months of last year by over 40 percent......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsFeb 22nd, 2024

Philippines’ estimated rice imports rise by 100,000 MT — USDA

In a data report released on Friday, the USDA has increased its estimates for Philippine rice imports in 2024 to 3.9 million MT, higher than the 3.8 MT million forecast last January. .....»»

Category: financeSource:  philstarRelated NewsFeb 9th, 2024

DTI rolls out the Rice on Wheels Program in coordination with Bulacan rice millers and traders

The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI), in coordination with Bulacan rice millers and traders, will officially roll out the “Rice on Wheels Program for Retailers” to ensure the availability of affordable regular and well-milled rice to the general public......»»

Category: newsSource:  samarnewsRelated NewsFeb 27th, 2024

Thailand s rice exports up 44 pct in January

BANGKOK, Feb. 6 (Xinhua) -- Thailand's rice exports jumped 43.96 percent from a year earlier to 1.12 million tons in January, government spokesperson Chai Wacharonke said on Tuesday. The government has set a rice export target of 7.5 million tons this year as part of efforts to develop the quality of rice varieties and expand access to Thai rice in overseas markets, Chai said in a statement. Authorities a.....»»

Category: newsSource:  manilanewsRelated NewsFeb 8th, 2024

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......»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsJan 24th, 2024

City dad lauds BISCAST’s newest manufacturing and fabrication laboratory

City dad lauds BISCAST’s newest manufacturing and fabrication laboratory Vox Bikol Wed, 08/15/2018 - 13:27.....»»

Category: CCCCCCSource:  sunstarRelated NewsJan 24th, 2024

DepEd R11 lauds Davao City s Davraa Meet 2024 hosting preparations

DepEd R11 lauds Davao City s Davraa Meet 2024 hosting preparations.....»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsMar 14th, 2024

‘STABILIZE PRICES’ | Sugar council lauds move for direct sugar buying

‘STABILIZE PRICES’ | Sugar council lauds move for direct sugar buying.....»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsJan 25th, 2024