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Australia Hosting Special ASEAN Regional Summit
SYDNEY - Although Australia isn't a member of ASEAN, the country is hosting a summit of leaders from nine members of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations.Strengthening economic and security ties will be the focus for the Canberra government, which has set aside $186.7 million to help countries in Southeast Asia and more broadly in the Indo-Pacific region boost their maritime security.Analysts say Au.....»»
Coverage of ABS-CBN, Villar deal ignores relevant context
By: CMFR StaffPosted on: May 7, 2024, 2:20 pm JEERS TO media for failing to include relevant background in reporting the signing of documents by officials of ABS-CBN and ALLTV to seal a business deal. Coverage made no reference to other issues involved, including the potential breach of the law on ethical standards regulating the conduct of public officials.From April 13 and 24, media (.....»»
Former senator Rene Saguisag, 84
Former senator Rene Saguisag, a freedom fighter and human rights lawyer who contributed to crafting the code of conduct and ethical standards for public officials and employees, died late Tuesday at the age of 84......»»
DOH warns health workers vs gifts from pharma firms
The DOH on Monday issued a memorandum on upholding ethical standards following reports of pharmaceutical firms offering privileges to medical professionals and using multi-level marketing tactics to promote prescriptions. .....»»
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.....»»
DOT advises public to ‘travel wisely’ this Holy Week
MANILA, Philippines — The Department of Tourism (DOT) is advising the public to “travel wisely” to ensure safety during the Holy Week celebrations. “Travelers needing accommodation, tours, transportation, and other tourism-related services are strongly advised to patronize DOT-accredited tourism enterprises. Accreditation by the DOT recognizes establishments as having complied with the department’s minimum standards set.....»»
Training on ICC model for international sales contracts
The Center for Global Best Practices will host an in-person training on the International Chamber of Commerce model for international sales and contracts, its relevant rules, standards and practices, on April 23, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the EDSA Shangri-La Hotel, Mandaluyong City......»»
EDCOM 2 taps ‘outstanding’ teachers for solutions to learning gaps
A congressional body tasked with crafting legislative solutions to long-standing problems in education has tapped award-winning educators to provide insights on how to improve learning and teaching standards across the nation’s schools......»»
RCBC strengthens sustainable advocacy
Rizal Commercial Banking Corp. has amended its sustainable finance framework, aligning its principles with global standards to promote responsible financing and protect natural resources......»»
Guide to world-class AI management system
The Center for Global Best Practices will host a two-session online training titled “Global Standards in Artificial Intelligence Management” on March 7 and 8, from 1:30 to 4:45 p.m. via Zoom......»»
Bringing UP to the people
Since it was established in 1908 as a “university for Filipinos,” the University of the Philippines has grown into a system of eight “constituent universities,” each with a certain degree of autonomy but all of them unified by a common vision, shared practices and high academic standards......»»
The need for reputation experts in corporate boards
In modern corporate governance, the composition of a company’s board of directors plays a pivotal role in determining its strategic direction, ethical standards, and ultimately, its success or failure in the market......»»
‘Content creation’ now among Tesda courses
The Technical Education and Skills Development Authority (Tesda) has added “content creation” to its list of courses that vocational training centers can adopt and offer, in response to the emergence of online platforms as a lucrative source of income. Tesda Secretary Suharto Mangudadatu said the agency had come up with competency standards on content creation for social media that.....»»
State of free speech will affect PH standing in the United Nations
If the Philippines wants to be a member of the United Nations Security Council it has to raise its standards, says UN special rapporteur.....»»
Ping blasts flip-flopping Vice President Sara accuser
Coming from a “flip-flopping witness,” the accusation of retired police officer Arturo Lascañas against Vice President Sara Duterte linking her to extrajudicial killings in Davao City lacks credibility and “cannot withstand the standards of a fair trial,” former senator Panfilo Lacson said yesterday......»»
Anchorage sets record for earliest arrival of 100 inches of snow
ANCHORAGE, Alaska — Even by Alaska standards, there is a lot of snow this winter. So much snow has fallen — so far, more than 8.7 feet (2.65 meters) — that roofs on commercial buildings are collapsing around Anchorage and officials are urging residents to break out their shovels to avoid a similar fate at.....»»
Goorjian bats for exposure
Strong Group Athletics coaching consultant Brian Goorjian is convinced playing in EASL will improve the standards in the domestic leagues where the participating teams are seeing action and lead to raising the competitive level of national squads. .....»»
Standardize maritime industry system, Marina told
Citing what he described as “obsolete” rules in the maritime industry, President Marcos has instructed the Maritime Industry Authority to standardize existing systems to make them at par with global standards as the government is completing an updated development plan for the sector......»»
Cebu Pacific named among safest budget carriers globally
Low-cost carrier Cebu Pacific has landed as one of the safest low-cost airlines in the world, beating nearly 400 global operators in terms of compliance with international standards, according to AirlineRatings.com......»»
With 10,000 jeepneys to be taken off the road, commuters fear undersupply of public transpo
Mobility advocates urged President Ferdinand "Bongbong" Marcos Jr. to ensure a steady supply of public transportation after thousands of jeepneys are expected to stop operations within the month......»»