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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......»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsJan 30th, 2024

2.4M Dabawenyos working as of Oct 2023

The October 2023 Preliminary Employment report by the Philippine Statistics Authority-Davao Region (PSA-Davao) reveals that 64 percent of the 3.780 million Dabawenyos aged 15 and above are part of the labor force, indicating that 2.42 million individuals are employed. This represents a 1.8 percentage point increase from the previous year. The report also highlights a 97.1 percent employment rate in the Davao Region as of October 2023, with a 2.9 percent unemployment rate, lower than the national average. Despite this, the region still maintains the highest employment rate in the Philippines. Additionally, the report compares employment rates across different regions, with Soccsksargen, Barmm, Central Luzon, CAR, Caraga, Western Visayas, Cagayan Valley, Mimaropa, and Central Visayas surpassing the national average. The Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (Barmm) records the highest labor force participation rate among 17 regions, while the Zamboanga Peninsula has the lowest rate. The data is collected through the Labor Force Survey (LFS) conducted quarterly and monthly by the PSA central office and its regional statistical services offices. The Davao Region, with nearly 6 million inhabitants, remains the 7th most populous region in the country......»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsJan 30th, 2024

95 areas in Davao Region still grapple with flooding

Ninety-five areas in the Davao Region continue to grapple with flooding, as reported by the Office of Civil Defense-Davao Region (OCD-Davao). Davao del Norte has the highest number of flooded areas, with 64 barangays affected, followed by Davao Oriental with 22, and Davao de Oro with nine. The region has also experienced over 50 landslides, with Davao de Oro leading with 44 incidents and eight in Davao Oriental. Tragically, a significant landslide in Monkayo, Davao de Oro resulted in nine confirmed deaths, one critical injury, and four individuals still under search and rescue operations. Davao City also recorded casualties due to heavy rains. The adverse weather conditions have affected thousands of individuals and displaced over 4,000 families in evacuation centers. The Department of Social Welfare and Development-Davao Region (DSWD-Davao) has provided assistance to the affected families. The heavy rainfall is attributed to a weather system known as a shear line, causing widespread impact in the Visayas and Mindanao areas......»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsJan 19th, 2024

Cebu City crime rate dropped by over 83% in 1stquarter of 2024 — CCPO

CEBU CITY, Philippines —  The head of the Cebu City Police Office (CCPO) disclosed that there was a significant decrease in the number of crime incidents recorded in the first quarter of 2024 compared to last year. “We are happy na sa first quarter of this year, icompare nimo sa previous year, nagbaba gyud atong.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsMay 15th, 2024

33rd Crime Commission: Advancing International Cooperation in Criminal Matters

Vienna (Austria), 13 May 2024 - The 33rd session of the Commission on Crime Prevention and Criminal Justice (CCPCJ) opened on 13 May 2024, bringing together Member States and other stakeholders to deliberate on various aspects of crime prevention and criminal justice, including along this year's theme of "Promoting international cooperation and technical assistance to prevent and address organized crime, corru.....»»

Category: sportsSource:  abscbnRelated NewsMay 14th, 2024

Garcia prioritizes crime prevention

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Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsMay 14th, 2024

Police aim for zero crime during CVIRAA

Police aim for zero crime during CVIRAA.....»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsMay 3rd, 2024

Man’s body found lying in Sibonga creek; suspect admits crime

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Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsMay 2nd, 2024

‘Rent-tangay’ suspect falls

An alleged member of a crime ring linked to the theft of over 100 vehicles in a “rent-tangay” scam was arrested in Quezon City, the Presidential Anti-Organized Crime Commission announced on Saturday......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsFeb 25th, 2024

Central Luzon logs lower crime rate

The Central Luzon police has recorded a decrease of at least 5.9 percent in crime incidents last year......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsFeb 25th, 2024

Basilan town crime-free in 2023

There is a municipality in Basilan that was virtually crime-free in 2023, a feat that the police and military attribute to the extensive domestic peace initiatives of residents and their local government unit......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsFeb 22nd, 2024

Mandaue’s crime rate down by 5 percent

Mandaue’s crime rate down by 5 percent.....»»

Category: sportsSource:  abscbnRelated NewsJan 29th, 2024

MCWD water production drops further

MCWD water production drops further.....»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsMay 16th, 2024

PDP drops ‘Laban’ from name

PDP drops ‘Laban’ from name.....»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsApr 20th, 2024

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Category: newsSource:  balitaRelated NewsApr 7th, 2024

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Category: newsSource:  balitaRelated NewsApr 7th, 2024

New anti-popstar IIICCCYYY drops debut single ‘Habit’

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Category: newsSource:  balitaRelated NewsApr 7th, 2024

DMCI Holdings net income down 20% to P24.9B as revenue drops

DMCI Holdings net income down 20% to P24.9B as revenue drops.....»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsMar 6th, 2024

Central Visayas inflation drops to 2.5%

Central Visayas inflation drops to 2.5%.....»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsFeb 14th, 2024

Prince Harry drops libel case against Daily Mail after damaging pretrial ruling

Prince Harry drops libel case against Daily Mail after damaging pretrial ruling.....»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsJan 20th, 2024