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Uncertainty looms over Davao-Samal Bridge project amid RoW hurdles

The construction of the Samal Island-Davao City Connector (SIDC), also known as the Davao-Samal Bridge project, has faced numerous setbacks due to right-of-way (ROW) acquisition challenges. The project was halted on January 3, 2024, due to issues with landowners near a pier in Lanang at Davao City, leading to delays in the project's implementation. While there have been conflicting statements regarding the project's status, the National Economic and Development Authority-Davao Region (Neda-Davao) aims to complete the detailed engineering plans for the substructure of the west land via dock once the Deed of Transfer Possession in Davao City is released. However, ROW issues continue to persist. Despite these challenges, the project is still considered a priority and is included in the Davao Region Development Plan (DRDP) for 2023–2028. The project is funded through China’s Official Development Assistance with an estimated budget of P23.04 billion, and negotiations with the Philippine government are ongoing with a target completion date in 2027. The uncertainty surrounding the project's timeline remains as ROW hurdles persist, impacting the much-anticipated toll-free four-lane concrete exodus bridge spanning a 3.98-kilometer distance......»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsJan 30th, 2024

Cignal s Shaq Delos Santos raring to test mettle vs Japanese coaches

Cignal HD Spikers head coach Shaq Delos Santos isn’t afraid to step up to the challenge of facing better competition on the sidelines as a new season of the Premier Volleyball League looms......»»

Category: sportsSource:  philstarRelated NewsJan 22nd, 2024

REIT revival looms this year

Stock market investors may see a revival of the real estate investment trust (REIT) market this year......»»

Category: financeSource:  philstarRelated NewsJan 13th, 2024

Swedens Defense Ministry Causes Panic with Dire War Warning – The Daily Guardian

Title: “Swedish Defense Officials Warn of Impending Conflict as NATO Membership Looms” In a shocking revelation, Swedish defense officials have issued a warning regarding the.....»»

Category: sportsSource:  abscbnRelated NewsJan 12th, 2024

Performance ng mga gabinete ni PBBM minarkahan

Kinumpirma ng RP Mission and Development Foundation Inc. (RPMD) ang "Voices of the People" 1st quarter 2024 nationwide job performance assessment ng mga cabinet officials sa administrasyong Marcos. The post Performance ng mga gabinete ni PBBM minarkahan first appeared on Abante......»»

Category: newsSource:  abanteRelated NewsApr 26th, 2024

Xinhua world economic news summary at 1100 GMT, April 19

CAIRO -- The Egyptian cabinet approved on Thursday the establishment of a special free zone to manufacture, maintain, and export marine yachts to meet standards on par with those of Europe and other international counterparts, according to a government statement. The special free zone, named the Suez Canal Company for Modern Boats, will span 51,150 square meters south of Safaga town along the Red Sea coast, more.....»»

Category: newsSource:  manilanewsRelated NewsApr 19th, 2024

Israels war cabinet meets as western leaders urge restraint over Iranian attack

‘The Daily Guardian’ is excited to announce a limited-time offer for our readers to access unlimited FT journalism for only $1 for 4 weeks. This.....»»

Category: newsSource:  thedailyguardianRelated NewsApr 15th, 2024

Roque: Xi, Duterte agreed to keep West Philippines Sea status quo

The Philippines under former president Rodrigo Duterte had a “gentleman’s agreement” with China to keep the status quo in the West Philippine Sea, a former Cabinet official said yesterday, as fresh tensions surround the WPS due to recent incursions by Beijing that targeted a Filipino resupply mission and a research team......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsMar 27th, 2024

No election plans next year, Recto says

Finance Secretary Ralph Recto has committed to stay in the Cabinet, effectively dismissing questions of yet another short-stint in the economic team as he lets go of immediate political plans......»»

Category: financeSource:  philstarRelated NewsMar 13th, 2024

India orders BrahMos cruise missiles worth $2.3bn

The government has approved the purchase of 200 of the supersonic weapons, which were co-developed with RussiaNew Delhi's Cabinet Committee on Security cleared the acquisition of 200 BrahMos extended-range supersonic cruise missiles on Wednesday. The new weapons, developed jointly by India and Russia, are to be purchased for around 190 billion rupees ($2.3 billion). They will be mounted on warsh.....»»

Category: newsSource:  philippinetimesRelated NewsFeb 24th, 2024

India orders BrahMos cruise missiles worth $2.3bn

The government has approved the purchase of 200 of the supersonic weapons, which were co-developed with RussiaNew Delhi's Cabinet Committee on Security cleared the acquisition of 200 BrahMos extended-range supersonic cruise missiles on Wednesday. The new weapons, developed jointly by India and Russia, are to be purchased for around 190 billion rupees ($2.3 billion). They will be mounted on warsh.....»»

Category: newsSource:  manilanewsRelated NewsFeb 24th, 2024

CCS approves Rs 19,000 cr mega Indian Navy deal for BrahMos missiles

By Ajit DubeyNew Delhi [India], February 22 (ANI): In a mega boost for the Indian Navy, the Cabinet Committee on Security has cleared the acquisition of over 200 BrahMos extended-range supersonic cruise missiles for deployment on its warships. The deal worth around Rs 19,000 crore was cleared in a meeting held on Wednesday evening, top government sources told ANI. The contract is set to be signed in the first week of Marc.....»»

Category: newsSource:  philippinetimesRelated NewsFeb 22nd, 2024

CCS approves Rs 19,000 cr mega Indian Navy deal for BrahMos missiles

By Ajit DubeyNew Delhi [India], February 22 (ANI): In a mega boost for the Indian Navy, the Cabinet Committee on Security has cleared the acquisition of over 200 BrahMos extended-range supersonic cruise missiles for deployment on its warships. The deal worth around Rs 19,000 crore was cleared in a meeting held on Wednesday evening, top government sources told ANI. The contract is set to be signed in the first week of Marc.....»»

Category: newsSource:  manilanewsRelated NewsFeb 22nd, 2024

Can Phl match Indonesia’s rail resolve?

The busiest of President Marcos’ Cabinet secretaries, especially these days, is perhaps Transportation Secretary Jaime Bautis.....»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsFeb 22nd, 2024

Israel: Rafah Evacuation Plans Catastrophic, Unlawful

(Jerusalem) - Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has ordered the Israeli army and other officials to submit to the cabinet a plan to evacuate Rafah, Gaza's southernmost governorate. Netanyahu said this action is necessary to attack Hamas battalions in the area.Wi.....»»

Category: newsSource:  philippinetimesRelated NewsFeb 10th, 2024

FACT CHECK: Sara Duterte is still VP, DepEd secretary

Sara Duterte remains a member of the Marcos Cabinet. In a statement on January 29, she said she is committed to serving the public despite working amid 'a pandemonium.'.....»»

Category: newsSource:  rapplerRelated NewsFeb 9th, 2024

All circling the wagons

The on-going rumpus over Charter change have seemingly pushed our Senators, Congressmen, and even present and former Cabinet members to circle around in protecting their respective turfs and leaderships......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsFeb 6th, 2024

SC affirms lawyer’s dismissal for hiding murder case folder

The Supreme Court has upheld the dismissal from government service of a lawyer for hiding the records of the Ruby Rose Barrameda murder case in his file cabinet at Malacañang......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsJan 20th, 2024

SC removes lawyer from gov’t service for misconduct in Ruby Barrameda case records

The Supreme Court has perpetually disqualified for government service a lawyer who was discovered with misplaced records related to the Ruby Rose Barrameda murder case within his secured cabinet in Malacañang......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsJan 18th, 2024

Setting a high bar for Cabinet resignations

The Philippine Health Insurance Corp. belatedly announced over the weekend that they will be collecting the five percent increase in our premium contribution starting first day of 2024......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsJan 14th, 2024