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‘No risk of political reform in economic Cha-cha’

Apprehensions over possible insertion of political reforms like lifting of term limits for elected officials are misplaced since the ongoing economic Charter change in Congress covers only economic provisions, according to former Supreme Court justice Adolfo Azcuna......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsMar 6th, 2024

Public services at risk of being weaponized in Marcos-Duterte feud, analyst says

Public services meant for marginalized Filipinos may be exploited to capture supporters amid the spat between the Marcoses and the Dutertes, a political science professor said, underscoring how the public ultimately shoulders the cost of warring political parties......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsJan 29th, 2024

Salt Substitutes Lower Risk of High Blood Pressure by 40% – The Daily Guardian

New Study Finds Salt Substitutes Can Lower the Risk of High Blood Pressure Excessive salt consumption has long been recognized as a major risk factor.....»»

Category: newsSource:  thedailyguardianRelated NewsFeb 14th, 2024

Davao Oriental under state of calamity

The entire province of Davao Oriental has been declared under a state of calamity following the impact of the shear line, allowing the provincial local government unit to access its Quick Response Fund for rehabilitation efforts. The unanimous resolution was approved during a regular session in Sangguniang Panlalawigan, based on comprehensive assessment and recommendation from the Provincial Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council and Governor Niño Uy. This declaration is crucial for providing emergency aid to the affected constituents and enforcing price control on essential items. Rapid Disaster Assessment and Needs Assessment reports indicate that around 63,337 families are affected, with 645 families and 1,830 individuals currently displaced and in evacuation centers. The damages in agriculture, fisheries, and livestock are estimated to be significant. Several municipalities have already declared a state of calamity, and the entire province is yet to announce its final assessment on the value loss in agriculture. This declaration aims to expedite rehabilitation and recovery plans to restore normalcy in the affected areas......»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsJan 24th, 2024

Fitch sees Philippine economy growing by 6.4% in 2024

“We expect output growth to accelerate to 6.4 percent in 2024, reflecting base effects from a weaker 2023 and our assessment that policy rates have peaked. Consumer confidence has been weakening, but business confidence has recovered strongly.”.....»»

Category: financeSource:  philstarRelated NewsMar 15th, 2024

Marcos Jr. eyes stronger maritime ties with India

The Philippines is seeking stronger maritime security cooperation with India to ensure the safety of seafarers from both nations as the world’s oceans are becoming more dangerous for commercial shipping, President Marcos said......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsMar 27th, 2024

Philippines pushes for stronger defense ties with Cambodia

The Philippines is pushing for stronger defense relations with Cambodia, which will further boost bilateral cooperation in various fields......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsMar 20th, 2024

Commission calls for stronger measures protecting battered women

Commission calls for stronger measures protecting battered women.....»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsMar 3rd, 2024

Metro Pacific charts stronger growth path

Conglomerate Metro Pacific Investments Corp. is charting a stronger growth path on its first year back as a private company following its delisting from the stock market late last year......»»

Category: financeSource:  philstarRelated NewsFeb 27th, 2024

Philippine calls for stronger action on climate change

Trade Secretary Alfredo Pascual has called for stronger sustainable trade and development initiatives to address climate change during the second ministerial meeting of the Coalition of Trade Ministers on Climate on the sidelines of the 13th World Trade Organization ministerial conference in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates......»»

Category: financeSource:  philstarRelated NewsFeb 26th, 2024

Shang Properties looks forward to a stronger 2024 with its successful rebrand and new property launches

Shang Properties looks forward to a stronger 2024 with its successful rebrand and new property launches.....»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsJan 20th, 2024

COA flags Eastern Samar LGU over underpaid employees

The Commission on Audit has called out the provincial government of Eastern Samar for paying contract of service and job order employees below the prescribed daily minimum wage in the region......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsApr 17th, 2024

Gelli de Belen pinagsabihan si Janice sa mga red flags ni John noon

SI Gelli de Belen pala ang naka-diskubreng maraming red flag ang ex-husband ni Janice de Belen na si John Estrada. Ito ang inamin ni Gelli sa panayam sa kanila ni Karen Davila para sa YouTube channel nito na in-upload kahapon, Huwebes. Ayon kay Gelli pagdating sa lovelife ng ate Janice niya ay lagi siyang nagpapaalala......»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsJan 19th, 2024

Pro Tip: If It’s Too Good To Be True, It’s Probably a Scam

The allure of seemingly unbeatable opportunities can and will always be tempting, especially for those willing to risk it all for the promise of financial freedom with minimal effort. However, there’s a fundamental saying that can serve as a very good reality check against these opportunities: If it’s too good to be true, it probably […].....»»

Category: newsSource:  metrocebuRelated NewsJan 13th, 2024

EAM Jaishankar speaks to US State Secy Blinken, two leaders share concern over growing tensions in Red Sea

Washington, DC [US], January 12 (ANI): External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Thursday spoke with US Secretary of State Anthony Blinken, State Department spokesperson Matthew Miller informed on Thursday, adding that the two leaders discussed the recent attacks on merchant ships by the Yemen-backed Houthi groups in the Red Sea. The two leaders also reaffirmed their maritime cooperation in the region, the State Departmen.....»»

Category: newsSource:  philippinetimesRelated NewsJan 14th, 2024

EAM Jaishankar speaks to US State Secy Blinken, two leaders share concern over growing tensions in Red Sea

Washington, DC [US], January 12 (ANI): External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Thursday spoke with US Secretary of State Anthony Blinken, State Department spokesperson Matthew Miller informed on Thursday, adding that the two leaders discussed the recent attacks on merchant ships by the Yemen-backed Houthi groups in the Red Sea. The two leaders also reaffirmed their maritime cooperation in the region, the State Departmen.....»»

Category: newsSource:  manilanewsRelated NewsJan 12th, 2024

State firms spent better in February

State agencies recorded a better spending rate as of February as the government ramped up the release of its cash allocations to fund various projects......»»

Category: financeSource:  philstarRelated NewsMar 18th, 2024

Government infrastructure spending scaled up to P121 billion

The government increased its infrastructure spending by nearly seven percent to P121 billion from January to February compared to last year’s level on the back of higher disbursements for road projects, the Department of Budget and Management said......»»

Category: financeSource:  philstarRelated NewsApr 24th, 2024

Government jacks up infrastructure spending to P1.2 trillion in 2023

The government jacked up its infrastructure spending last year, hitting P1.2 trillion and effectively surpassing its programmed allocation on the back of faster disbursements for major transport and road projects, according to the Department of Budget and Management......»»

Category: financeSource:  philstarRelated NewsApr 1st, 2024

ICT spending in AsPac reaches $1.3 trillion in 2023

Information and communications technology spending in Asia and the Pacific reached the $1.3 trillion mark in 2023, as companies increased their investments on automation and cloud to survive and thrive in the digital era......»»

Category: financeSource:  philstarRelated NewsMar 25th, 2024