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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......»»
RCBC to surrender trust license
Rizal Commercial Banking Corp. (RCBC) is looking to surrender its license to engage in trust and other fiduciary business as part of its efforts to make RCBC Trust Corp. a stand-alone trust entity......»»
RCBC surrenders trust license
Rizal Commercial Banking Corp. has surrendered its license to engage in trust and other fiduciary business as part of its efforts to make RCBC Trust Corp. a stand-alone trust entity......»»
ACEN gets higher rating for climate change report
Ayala-owned ACEN Corp. has secured a “B” rating from environmental non-profit disclosure system CDP for its climate change disclosure, moving two levels up from last year’s rating......»»
President Marcos gets ‘good’ satisfaction rating, Vice President Sara ‘very good’
Satisfaction with President Marcos decreased over the past year, but remained “good” at the end of 2023, a survey conducted by Social Weather Stations found. .....»»
DSWD’s 4Ps gets 60% satisfaction rating in Pulse Asia Survey
The Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) on Tuesday (January 23) welcomed the result of the Ulat ng Bayan survey indicating that 62 percent of the 1,200 respondents were satisfied with the implementation of the Pantawid Pamilyang Pilipino Program (4Ps). The survey, which was conducted from Dec. 3 to 7, 2023 by Pulse Asia […].....»»
Marcos Jr., Speaker get highest trust, approval ratings in latest survey
President Marcos and Speaker Martin Romualdez garnered high trust and approval ratings in the recent “Boses ng Bayan” national survey conducted by RP-Mission and Development Foundation Inc. for the first quarter of 2024......»»
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......»»
New Board Members for UN Voluntary Trust Fund for Victims of Trafficking in Persons Announced
Vienna, 2024: The latest board of trustees of the UN Voluntary Trust Fund for Victims of Trafficking in Persons (UNVTF) has been established. The board is now constituted of:The five anti-human trafficking experts, representing the five UN Regional Groups, were appointed by the UN Secretary General Antonio Guterres to provide strategic guidance to the Trust Fund over th.....»»
Nine SKUs post price hike in latest SRP bulletin
Nine stock keeping units have recorded price hikes in the most recent suggested retail price bulletin for basic necessities and prime commodities, according to the Department of Trade and Industry......»»
SWS: Satisfaction with President Marcos lowest in Mindanao
In a span of just one year, satisfaction with President Marcos among those in Mindanao has shifted from being highest to the lowest in the country, surveys conducted by Social Weather Stations (SWS) showed......»»
Philippines foreign investments yield net outflows in December
MANILA, Jan. 25 (Xinhua) -- The Philippines' foreign investments yielded net outflows of 205 million U.S. dollars in December 2023, the Philippine central bank said Thursday. The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) said the December net outflow resulted from the 1.3 billion dollars in gross outflows and the 1.1 billion dollars gross inflows for the month. "The recorded net outflows are a reversal of the 673.....»»
Philippines foreign investments yield net outflows in December
MANILA, Jan. 25 (Xinhua) -- The Philippines' foreign investments yielded net outflows of 205 million U.S. dollars in December 2023, the Philippine central bank said Thursday. The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) said the December net outflow resulted from the 1.3 billion dollars in gross outflows and the 1.1 billion dollars gross inflows for the month. "The recorded net outflows are a reversal of the 673.....»»
Valentine’s 2024: Survey says more Filipinos want money over love
The same SWS survey says the number of people who have no love life has gradually increased through the years.....»»
Continue serving with care, compassion, PBBM tells DSWD
President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. emphasized the importance of serving the public with care and compassion during the Department of Social Welfare and Development's (DSWD) 73rd anniversary celebration. He commended the DSWD for its continuous efforts in providing aid to disaster victims and the disadvantaged sectors. President Marcos urged the DSWD to treat the poor and vulnerable with kindness and empathy, highlighting the agency's role in uplifting communities. He also noted the significant increase in the agency's budget, particularly for programs such as Pantawid Pamilyang Pilipino Program (4Ps), senior pension, food catering operations, and the food stamps program. President Marcos emphasized that the DSWD's programs are designed to offer a hand up rather than a handout, aiming to empower individuals and families to improve their circumstances. He underscored the government's commitment to dignified giving and support for those in need, emphasizing the agency's role in providing assistance while promoting self-sufficiency......»»
Boulevard Holdings Q2 net income down 86% y/y, down 336% q/q
Boulevard Holdings reported a Q2/23 net loss of P33 million, down 86% from its Q2/22 net loss of P18 million, and down 336% from its Q1/23 net income of P14 million......»»
WATCH: Palawan s hidden gem Pamuayan Falls
Pamuayan Falls, also called Pawpawyan Falls, is a beautiful little waterfall located 5.6 kilometers northeast from the coastal town of Port Barton in San Vicente, Palawan......»»
DepEd, DOH, DSWD top performing agencies – survey
The Department of Education received the highest satisfaction rating and remained the most trusted among government agencies included in a survey conducted by the OCTA Research group......»»
FACT CHECK | PDP Laban shows incomplete data of Publicus survey favorable to Sara Duterte
MindaNews fact-checked a Facebook post of political party Partido Demokratiko Pilipino – Lakas ng Bayan (PDP Laban) that Vice President Sara Duterte gained the highest approval rating among national government officials in the 2023 fourth quarter survey of Publicus Asia, Inc. The post is misleading as it did not indicate that while she had the […].....»»
Why the dollar is still strong
Despite the ongoing wars in Ukraine and Gaza, Fitch’s credit rating downgrade of the US, the lowering of the US credit rating outlook to negative by Moody’s and a growing US debt burden, the US dollar has regained its strength......»»