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Extreme weather, economic downturn top risks for Philippines – WEF
Extreme weather events, an economic downturn and shortage in energy supply are the top risks seen in the Philippines for the next two years, according to the World Economic Forum......»»
PH Economy Remains Optimistic Amid Global Slowdown
The country is one of the fastest growing economies in East Asia and the Pacific according to the World Bank, foreseeing robust growth despite global economic slowdown. In the latest World Bank Global Economic Outlook report released on Tuesday, the Philippines is expected to maintain its economic growth rate in 2024 at 5.8%, slightly higher […].....»»
‘Fisheries development and the restrictive economic provisions in the Constitution’
The fact that we have a recently installed Secretary of Agriculture whose business roots are in the fisheries sector has inspired me to look into the state of our fisheries development as a component of our national economic performance......»»
Maharashtra signs MoUs of over Rs 4 lakh crore at World Economic Forum, says CM Shinde
Davos [Switzerland], January 17 (ANI): Maharashtra Chief Minister Eknath Shinde on Wednesday said that the state has signed MoUs of more than Rs 4 lakh crore, i.e., around 46 billion, here on the sidelines of the World Economic Forum Annual Meeting. Speaking to ANI, CM Shinde said, "People are excited to invest in Maharashtra. Including today and yesterday, various MoUs were signed. We expected around 3 lakh crores, but M.....»»
Maharashtra signed MoUs of over Rs 4 lakh crore at World Economic Forum, says CM Shinde
By Ravi KhandelwalDavos [Switzerland], January 17 (ANI): Maharashtra Chief Minister Eknath Shinde on Wednesday said that the state has signed MoUs of more than Rs 4 lakh crore, i.e., around 46 billion, here on the sidelines of the World Economic Forum Annual Meeting. Speaking to ANI, CM Shinde said, "People are excited to invest in Maharashtra. Including today and yesterday, various MoUs were signed. We expected around 3.....»»
Maharashtra signs MoUs of over Rs 4 lakh crore at World Economic Forum, says CM Shinde
Davos [Switzerland], January 17 (ANI): Maharashtra Chief Minister Eknath Shinde on Wednesday said that the state has signed MoUs of more than Rs 4 lakh crore, i.e., around 46 billion, here on the sidelines of the World Economic Forum Annual Meeting. Speaking to ANI, CM Shinde said, "People are excited to invest in Maharashtra. Including today and yesterday, various MoUs were signed. We expected around 3 lakh crores, but M.....»»
Maharashtra signed MoUs of over Rs 4 lakh crore at World Economic Forum, says CM Shinde
By Ravi KhandelwalDavos [Switzerland], January 17 (ANI): Maharashtra Chief Minister Eknath Shinde on Wednesday said that the state has signed MoUs of more than Rs 4 lakh crore, i.e., around 46 billion, here on the sidelines of the World Economic Forum Annual Meeting. Speaking to ANI, CM Shinde said, "People are excited to invest in Maharashtra. Including today and yesterday, various MoUs were signed. We expected around 3.....»»
MAP wants Metro under ‘state of traffic calamity’
Business group Management Association of the Philippines (MAP) is calling on the government to declare a “state of traffic calamity” in Metro Manila, citing the economic losses from the congestion on roads......»»
Haiti: Urgent Action Needed amid Growing Lawlessness
(Washington, DC) - Haiti is on the brink of a total collapse or takeover of the state as violent criminal groups seeking to overthrow the government have attacked police officers and state institutions, including prisons, Human Rights Watch said today. The groups' actions have brought economic activity, the delivery of life-saving humanitarian assistance, and nearly.....»»
US State Department official to visit Philippines
A US State Department official will visit the Philippines for economic dialogue as part of a three-nation trip from Jan. 22 to Feb. 1......»»
Gwen: No ‘ayuda’ despite state of calamity in entire province
CEBU CITY, Philippines – Cebu Governor Gwen Garcia does not intend to give ‘ayuda’ or dole outs despite declaring a state of calamity in the entire province on Friday, May 17. The governor placed the entire province under a state of calamity after receiving reports of huge damages to agriculture amounting to over P176 million.....»»
Marcos niligwak nationwide state of calamity
Nanindigan si Pangulong Bongbong Marcos na hindi kailangang ideklara sa buong bansa ang state of calamity bunsod ng matinding epekto ng El Niño dahil maaari naman itong gawin sa bawat rehiyon. The post Marcos niligwak nationwide state of calamity first appeared on Abante......»»
DBP eyes pact with CL state firms, LGUs
State-owned Development Bank of the Philippines is actively engaging several state corporations based in Central Luzon in a bid to expand its services to priority clientele especially those outside of its traditional market and city centers, a top official said......»»
18 bayan, probinsya state of calamity sa El Niño
Sabi ni Presidential Communications Office (PCO) Assistant Secretary at Task Force El Niño Spokesperson Joey Villarama, marami pang lokal na pamahalaan ang nagbabalak na magdeklara na rin ng state of calamity dahil sa matinding epekto ng tagtuyot sa kanilang mga lugar. The post 18 bayan, probinsya state of calamity sa El Niño first appeared on Abante......»»
Rama wants state of calamity declared in Cebu City due to El Niño
CEBU CITY, Philippines – Mayor Michael Rama wants to place Cebu City under a state of calamity or a state of emergency due to the effects of the El Niño phenomenon. The declaration will allow City Hall to use government funds to assist those who are badly affected by the worsening El Niño, especially the.....»»
Xinhua Asia-Pacific news summary at 1600 GMT, Feb. 20
KABUL -- The Afghan caretaker government has allowed girls graduating from 12th grade to get admission to state-owned medical institutes, state-run Bakhtar news agency reported on Tuesday. "The enrolment of girls who graduated from 12th grade has started in state-run medical institutes in Kapisa, Parwan, Panjshir, Wardak, Ghazni, Paktika, Logar, Khost, Badakhshan, Paktia and Bamyan provinces," the media outlet r.....»»
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......»»
DOTr eyes to bid contract for multi-river ferry system
The Department of Transportation will start next year the bidding process for a private partner for the ferry system that will traverse Manila Bay, Pasig River, Marikina River and Laguna de Bay......»»
Morong first LGU in Philippines to activate advanced 911 emergency system
Morong, a second-class municipality in Rizal province, is now the very first local government unit in the Philippines to activate a next generation emergency response and public safety system, more popularly known as the 911 network......»»
Davao’s bus system still waiting for funds
As the April 30 deadline for jeepneys to consolidate for the modernized bus system has passed, is Davao City ready to roll out the buses to serve around 800,000 commuters in the city?.....»»