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Malacanang exec says gov’t still have funds for relief, rehab efforts
By Joann Santiago MANILA, Dec. 16 (PNA) — A Palace official on Wednesday said the government continues to have budgetary provisions to address needs of calamity victims. In a briefing, Presidential Communications........»»
Telco licensing needs to be reformed – study
The government has to revamp the licensing system for connectivity providers as an initial step to bringing down the cost of internet as well as improving accessibility and reliability, according to a study......»»
Philippines aims to produce nearly 130,000 semiconductor talents by 2028
MANILA, March 11 (Xinhua) -- The Philippines is poised to produce a "robust talent pool" of 128,000 semiconductor professionals, including engineers and technicians, by 2028, the country's President Ferdinand Romualdez Marcos said Monday. The Philippines is "ready to meet the expanding needs of high-technology industries," Marcos said in his address during the courtesy call of the U.S. government and Presidentia.....»»
Philippines aims to produce nearly 130,000 semiconductor talents by 2028
MANILA, March 11 (Xinhua) -- The Philippines is poised to produce a "robust talent pool" of 128,000 semiconductor professionals, including engineers and technicians, by 2028, the country's President Ferdinand Romualdez Marcos said Monday. The Philippines is "ready to meet the expanding needs of high-technology industries," Marcos said in his address during the courtesy call of the U.S. government and Presidentia.....»»
P250 billion needed to provide water for 40 million Pinoys
The government needs at least P250 billion to provide potable water and sanitation to at least 40 million Filipinos with no access yet to clean and safe drinking water, a ranking official of the Department of Environment and Natural Resources said yesterday......»»
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......»»
Mati City, 10 municipalities in Davao Oriental suspend classes, work
Following the impact of a Low-Pressure Area (LPA) affecting Northern and Southern Mindanao, local government units (LGUs) in Davao Oriental have collectively suspended classes and government and private offices. The City of Mati and 10 municipalities, including Baganga, Governor Generoso, Cateel, and others, have issued Executive Orders in line with Presidential Executive Order No. 66, series of 2012. The Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (Pagasa) has forecasted moderate to heavy rains in Davao Oriental due to the Northeast Monsoon (Amihan) and LPA, posing a risk of landslides and flash floods. The Provincial Local Government Unit of Davao Oriental and Municipal Disaster Risk Reduction Management Councils have reported landslides in Lupon and Cateel, with ongoing clearing operations. The Bureau of Fire Protection and other government agencies have rescued families affected by flash floods in Cateel and Caraga. Franz Irag from the Office of Civil Defense-Davao Region confirmed that around 200 individuals or close to 500 families in Davao Region have been displaced and are now in evacuation centers. Additionally, five LGUs in the province of Davao de Oro have also declared the suspension of classes and work in both public and private offices......»»
DPWH tallies 268 gov’t and school buildings partially destroyed in Hinatuan quake
The Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) in Davao Region reported that a total of 268 school and national government buildings were partially destroyed by the magnitude 7.4 earthquake that struck Hinatuan, Surigao del Sur on December 2. The estimated damage amounted to P108,497,894.84 for school buildings and P1,899,365.60 for national government buildings. The damages included cracks on walls and falling debris such as ceilings. According to Engr. Alexander Turingan of DPWH XI, there were no reported damages in Davao Occidental and Davao del Sur. Franz Irag, Office of Civil Defense (OCD) XI operations head, emphasized the importance of addressing damages to school buildings, which also serve as evacuation centers during calamities. Dean Ortiz, spokesperson of DPWH XI, highlighted the agency's focus on national roads and bridges, clarifying that they will respond to requests to inspect private and government buildings. Architect Kashagar Toghyani, officer-in-charge of the Office City Building Official (OCBO) of Davao City, urged private building owners to promptly engage professional engineers to assess structural integrity, especially for buildings housing more than 10 individuals. He emphasized the necessity of fire inspections and transparency with building occupants to ensure their safety. The recent earthquakes did not affect government buildings in the Davao Region, and DPWH is committed to conducting thorough assessments and ensuring the safety of buildings and their occupants in the aftermath of the quake......»»
Zamboanga water supply still not stable despite rains
ZAMBOANGA CITY (MindaNews / 6 June)—Despite the intermittent rains the past few days after a long drought, the water supply from the Pasonanca Water Treatment Plant here is “not yet stable,” contributing to the shortage of almost 29 million liters per day (MLD) for the city’s needs, according to the Zamboanga City Water District (ZCWD). […].....»»
Amid war, Israel needs more OFWs – envoy
Israel is looking for more overseas Filipino workers (OFWs) amid hundreds of repatriations and the war in Gaza. .....»»
A humbled Modi needs allies, and answers to India’s unemployment, inflation
As the general election's vote count neared completion on Tuesday, June 4, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi's alliance appeared headed for a narrow majority, falling well short of the anticipated landslide in a stunning setback for the populist leader.....»»
Prime Infrastructure open to pursuing floating solar power projects
Razon-owned Prime Infrastructure Capital Inc. is open to adding floating solar projects in its portfolio to help meet energy needs......»»
Jennifer Lopez cancels ‘This Is Me…Live’ tour to be with family
Representatives say that the singer 'needs a break to be with her children, family, and close friends'.....»»
Bad loans during UPA stifled credit needs of startups and small businesses: Sitharaman
New Delhi [India], May 31 (ANI): The bad loans crisis during the Congress-led UPA tenure stifled the credit requirements and dreams of crores of aspirational Indians who wanted to establish start-ups and expand small businesses, alleged Finance Minister and senior BJP leader Nirmala Sitharaman. In a long thread of posts on her X timeline, she launched an attack on the Congress party and its allies, alleging that the UPA g.....»»
Bad loans during UPA stifled credit needs of startups and small businesses: Sitharaman
New Delhi [India], May 31 (ANI): The bad loans crisis during the Congress-led UPA tenure stifled the credit requirements and dreams of crores of aspirational Indians who wanted to establish start-ups and expand small businesses, alleged Finance Minister and senior BJP leader Nirmala Sitharaman. In a long thread of posts on her X timeline, she launched an attack on the Congress party and its allies, alleging that the UPA g.....»»
Malfunctioning
What needs to be done to get our legislators to liberate communities from malfunctioning electric cooperatives?.....»»
BARMM voters reminded: Chief Minister is elected by Members of Parliament
DAVAO CITY (MindaNews / 26 May) – Information awareness on the historic Bangsamoro Parliament election in May 2025 needs to be heightened as voters still have no clear idea on how to select the Chief Minister, an election watchdog official said on Sunday. Lawyer Ona Caritos, executive director of the Legal Network for Truthful Elections […].....»»
Focus on onboarding Filipinos into formal financial system urged
The Philippines has made significant progress in pushing financial inclusion since 2015, but more work needs to be done in onboarding Filipino adults into the formal financial system, said Queen Maxima of the Netherlands, the UN Secretary General's Special Advocate for Inclusive Finance for Development......»»
Country Builders rebrands as Top Bank, eyes expansion via mergers
Top Bank Philippines Inc. (A Rural Bank), formerly Country Builders Bank Inc., is looking out for expansion opportunities through mergers or acquisitions to meet the evolving needs of its clients......»»
Rights ‘superbody’ needs monitoring
It has been 36 years since president Corazon Aquino created the Presidential Human Rights Committee, in a much-hailed move that signaled to the Filipino people that her administration was firmly committed to the protection and promotion of human rights......»»