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DOE urged to prioritize environment in expanding power projects
Environmental advocates of Protect VIP — a network that focuses on safeguarding the Verde Island Passage marine corridor — have urged the Department of Energy to exercise caution in its expansion of power generation projects in the marine biodiversity hotspot. .....»»
Probe free speech violations, UN rapporteur urged
Various groups yesterday urged United Nations special rapporteur on freedom of expression and opinion Irene Khan to investigate violations on Filipinos’ rights to free speech and expression during her upcoming visit next week......»»
Baguio residents urged to boil water after E. coli discovery
Baguio residents urged to boil water after E. coli discovery.....»»
Delisted voters urged to register
Commission on Elections Chairperson George Erwin Garcia advised those who were removed from the Comelec list of voters to participate in the ongoing voters’ registration to be able to participate in upcoming elections......»»
Be champions of people’s welfare, PMA graduates told
President Marcos urged the 278-strong graduates of the Philippine Military Academy class of 2024 to become champions of the welfare of the people......»»
Government urged to hike, fast-track power investments
The government should increase its investments in the power generation infrastructure and accelerate energy-related projects to address the country’s thinning electricity supply, a think thank said......»»
China warns Philippines against acts of infringement, provocation
BEIJING, May 17 (Xinhua) -- A Chinese defense spokesperson has warned the Philippine side not to take any rash action, and urged it to halt all acts of infringement and provocation. Zhang Xiaogang, spokesperson for China's Ministry of National Defense, made the remarks at a press conference Friday in response to a media inquiry about the Philippine president's recent claim that the country has no intention to pr.....»»
Government urged to boost spending for broadband infrastructure
A leading think tank has called on government to aggressively invest in broadband infrastructure to boost the competitiveness of the Philippines in the global digital economy......»»
Swift passage of anti-piracy bills urged
An advocacy group is appealing to the government to expedite the passage of anti-online piracy bills due to the reported economic losses and crimes that piracy brings......»»
Speaker to BIR: Economic growth rests on hitting targets
Speaker Martin Romualdez urged the Bureau of Internal Revenue to ensure that the tax agency hits its targets this year, emphasizing that “hitting revenue targets means the government can fund its spending program, which will enable growth.”.....»»
TRO vs PUVMP urged anew as grace period for unconsolidated PUVs nears end
Transport groups on Tuesday once again asked the Supreme Court to issue a temporary restraining order against the Public Utility Vehicle Modernization Program ahead of the "grace period" deadline for unconsolidated PUVs......»»
Baguio preparing for La Niña
Baguio Mayor Benjamin Magalong has urged residents to prepare early for the La Niña phenomenon, which is expected to occur after the dry season......»»
Baste urges Filipinos: Keenly observe Liza Marcos interviews
DAVAO City Mayor Sebastian “Baste” Duterte has urged the Filipinos to keenly observe the interviews of the First Lady, Liza Marcos to be able to see the real situation of the Philippine society today......»»
Government, private sector urged to unite vs online scammers
A whole-of-society strategy is needed to effectively address the persistent scam attacks victimizing individuals and businesses, according to consumer advocacy group CitizenWatch Philippines......»»
Debt-to-GDP ratio remains above int’l threshold at 60.2%
The country’s outstanding debt as a share to the overall economy slightly eased in the first quarter, but remained above the internationally accepted threshold, with the government urged to be on a serious lookout for more revenue sources......»»
ERC urged to defer power rate hikes
It would be best for the Energy Regulatory Commission to withhold the requests of power distributors and generating firms to collect higher electricity bills while the industry is on yellow alert due to high power demand this summer, a member of the House of Representatives said......»»
Senate pressed on bill to develop natural gas
Senators are being urged to immediately deliberate on a pending legislation that would put in place state policy for the full development of the Philippine natural gas industry......»»
La Union local water suppliers urged to examine current supply woes
La Union Gov. Raphaelle Ortega-David called on local water suppliers in her province to assess the current water supply situation in La Union and address challenges amid the drought being experienced throughout the province......»»
Local retailers seek removal of de minimis value in imports
The Philippine Retailers Association has urged policymakers to reevaluate and remove the de minimis value in import goods, particularly concerning online retail purchases......»»
EDITORIAL - Next, the monsoons
While people swelter in the heat, there are activities that benefit from the hot, dry season. As Congress resumed sessions, the head of the House of Representatives committee on appropriations urged executive departments to take advantage of the dry season by speeding up work on infrastructure projects, including road and bridge repairs and other maintenance work, which are supposed to be finished within the year......»»