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Marcos declares AFP external defense shift
President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. on Friday declared the recalibration of the focus to external security defense as he pressed full support to the modernization of the Armed Forces of the Philippines. Speaking at the 125th Anniversary celebration of the Philippine Navy in its Manila headquarters, Marcos feted the Navy personnel who have exemplarily fulfilled their mandates and duties to defending and securing the Philippine archipelago “from Batanes and the Kalayaan islands, the Philippine Rise, to the West Philippine Sea.” “Considering the changing tides of our national security and the significant gains that we have made in terms of internal security, our armed forces is working to recalibrate its focus more towards the external defense of our borders,” Marcos said in his speech. He added: “In this crucial transition, full support for the Armed Forces must be guaranteed, especially for the Philippine Navy’s priority goals of enhancing its intelligence, defense, and coordinative capabilities.” During the ceremony, the Philippine Navy commissioned two of its “acero-class vessels” namely Patrol Gunboat 903 and Patrol Gunboat 905, which will respectively be deployed in Visayas and Mindanao. Addressing gaps These vessels will mainly address gaps in operational support against transnational crimes and protect the country’s territorial integrity and maritime interests. “With the commissioning of the two vessels today, we look further forward to the completion of the AFP Modernization Program, particularly its Horizon 3, which is significantly devoted to the naval aspect of our military operations,” he said. Philippine Navy Chief, Vice Adm. Toribio Adaci Jr., said the commissioning of these vessels symbolizes the “promising future” of the country’s maritime defense and military efforts toward enhanced capabilities, increased resilience, and stronger presence in the Philippine maritime domain. “I extend our gratitude to the national leadership for making this possible and for the continued support to our Navy as we realize our vision of becoming a modern and multi-capable naval force,” Adaci said. Marcos on Friday confirmed that there is a plan to acquire submarines for the Philippines, showcasing the government’s commitment to bolstering the country’s naval capabilities. When asked about the plan to acquire a submarine, President Marcos responded affirmatively, saying “Right now, we are in the middle of developing mostly our anti-submarine capabilities.” “So ‘yun ang uunahin natin (we will prioritize that) and then maybe, hopefully, when the time comes and the conditions are agreeable then we might be able to acquire those submarines.” Highlighting the importance of prioritizing the enhancement of existing defenses against submarine threats, he outlined the government’s current focus. Submarine acquisition Various countries have presented offers to the Philippines regarding the submarine acquisition. President Marcos disclosed that these offers extend beyond purchasing submarines, with some countries expressing interest in constructing the submarines locally. This prospect holds significant advantages for the Philippines, as President Marcos said, “If they are built here and we can actually build submarines here and provide those submarines to other countries, then that’s another source of jobs and income and increased capability for our Navy.” In May 1898, the Philippine Navy was formally established following the hoisting of the Philippine flag in one of the Filipino revolutionary navy vessels during the revolt against the Spanish colonizers. The “Off-Shore Patrol” which was previously a naval component of the Philippine Army was expanded and became a major service of the AFP. It was named the “Philippine Navy” with expanded objectives and resources in 1951. The Philippine Navy, Adaci said, has become instrumental in enhancing maritime security, promoting humanitarian assistance and disaster response efforts, and fostering international cooperation since then. “Today, we commemorate the legacy of those who came before us, the pioneers who laid the foundation of our Navy, and the heroes who selflessly served our nation. Their sacrifices and contributions have shaped the Philippine Navy into a resilient force, one that stands ready to defend our nation’s territorial integrity and uphold regional peace and stability,” Adaci said. The Philippine Navy has currently seven operational commands namely Naval Forces Northern Luzon, Southern Luzon, Central, West, Western Mindanao, Eastern Mindanao and Fleet-Marine Ready Force, and 14 support and command units. The country’s naval force has a total strength of 26,830 officers, enlisted personnel, and candidate soldiers, supported by 1,378 civilian employees, as of 15 May. The post Marcos declares AFP external defense shift appeared first on Daily Tribune......»»
Marcos declares AFP’s recalibration to external security defense
President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. on Friday declared the recalibration of the country’s defense focus to external security as he expressed full support to the Armed Forces of the Philippines’ modernization program. Speaking at the 125th Anniversary celebration of the Philippine Navy in Manila headquarters, Marcos feted the Filipino navies who have “exemplarily fulfilled their mandates and duties” to defending and securing the Philippine archipelago “from Batanes and the Kalayaan islands, the Philippine Rise, to the West Philippine Sea.” “Considering the changing tides of our national security and the significant gains that we have made in terms of internal security, our armed forces is working to recalibrate its focus more towards the external defense of our borders,” Marcos said in his speech. “In this crucial transition, full support for the Armed Forces must be guaranteed, especially for the Philippine Navy’s priority goals of enhancing its intelligence, defense, and coordinative capabilities,” he added. During the ceremony, the Philippine Navy commissioned two of its “acero-class vessels” namely Patrol Gunboat 903 and Patrol Gunboat 905, which will respectively be deployed in Visayas and Mindanao. These vessels will mainly address gaps in operational support against transnational crimes and protect the territorial integrity and maritime interests of the country. “With the commissioning of the two vessels today, we look further forward to the completion of the AFP Modernization Program, particularly its Horizon 3, which is significantly devoted to the naval aspect of our military operations,” Marcos said. Philippine Navy Chief, Vice Adm. Toribio Adaci Jr., said the commissioning of these vessels symbolizes the “promising future” of the country’s maritime defense and military efforts toward enhanced capabilities, increased resilience, and stronger presence in the Philippine maritime domain. “I extend our gratitude to the national leadership for making this possible and for the continued support to our Navy as we realize our vision of becoming a modern and multi-capable naval force,” Adaci said. In May 1898, the Philippine Navy was formally established following the hoisting of the Philippine flag in one of the Filipino revolutionary navy vessels during the revolt against the Spanish colonizers. The “Off-Shore Patrol” which was previously a naval component of the Philippine Army was expanded and became a major service of the AFP. In 1951, it was named the “Philippine Navy” with expanded objectives and resources. Adaci said the Philippine Navy has become instrumental in enhancing maritime security, promoting humanitarian assistance and disaster response efforts, and fostering international cooperation since then. “Today, we commemorate the legacy of those who came before us, the pioneers who laid the foundation of our Navy, and the heroes who selflessly served our nation. Their sacrifices and contributions have shaped the Philippine Navy into a resilient force, one that stands ready to defend our nation’s territorial integrity and uphold regional peace and stability,” Adaci said. The Philippine Navy has currently seven operational commands namely Naval Forces Northern Luzon, Southern Luzon, Central, West, Western Mindanao, Eastern Mindanao, and Fleet-Marine Ready Force, and 14 support and command units. The country’s naval force has a total strength of 26,830 officers, enlisted personnel, and candidate soldiers, supported by 1,378 civilian employees, as of 15 May. The post Marcos declares AFP’s recalibration to external security defense appeared first on Daily Tribune......»»
Whispers, hints, and non-denials ahead of supposed Biden 2024 launch
No one at the White House will openly tell you Joe Biden is announcing his 2024 re-election campaign next Tuesday. And no one will tell you he isn't. Including Joe Biden. Asked by AFP as he crossed a sun-drenched Rose Garden on Friday whether he was announcing, the president playfully answered: "I don't know." Welcome to the Biden mystery reveal party. Here's what we know. Major US media, led by The Washington Post, quoted multiple unnamed sources late Thursday saying Biden, 80, will declare his candidacy next week -- possibly Tuesday. There are big caveats, namely that the Biden camp has several times previously teased an imminent announcement, then failed to deliver. January, February, start of April -- each deadline, when people in the know said they knew, came and went. This month, Axios quoted more unnamed sources saying that a decision might be put off for months, until after the summer. The latest speculation is different for its specificity and immediacy. And so far, no one -- named or unnamed -- is denying it's true. Tuesday happens to be the anniversary of the day in 2019 when Biden launched the campaign he ultimately rode to defeat Donald Trump in 2020. The symbolism of a new announcement, particularly when Biden's main challenger presently is none other than Trump, would be strong. No mention of election events is on the White House schedule for Biden next week. But his agenda would work nicely with an announcement, especially if it's just a video address, as the US media reports expect it to be. Monday, Biden will preside over a teachers of the year ceremony. He'll also host three Democratic lawmakers from Tennessee whose gun control protest in the state legislature became a national focal point for frustration over unending mass shootings. Public education and attempts at gun control are both major Biden priorities. On Tuesday, possibly the re-election announcement day, he is set to address a trade union conference on one of the main leitmotifs of his expected campaign message -- how his administration is "bringing manufacturing jobs back" and "rebuilding the middle class." Then on Wednesday, he hosts South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol for a state dinner. The event will underline Biden's far-reaching attempts to strengthen US foreign policy by restoring alliances that withered under Trump. Just don't try asking White House Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre if Biden is about to pass go. She immediately ducks behind a US law, the Hatch Act, which prohibits federal employees from being involved in political campaigns. "I know there's a lot of interest in this. Obviously, I totally understand this, the questions about all of this, the press reports that we have seen the last 24 hours," she said at the start of her daily briefing on Friday. "When it comes to the president's plans for 2024, I just want to say... federal law prohibits me from discussing campaign-related topics from this podium." Her attempt to stonewall triggered attempts by reporters to ask the election question in ever more novel ways. "Does the president have any plans to mark the fourth anniversary of his announcement?" asked one. "Who will be able to address questions about 2024?" asked another. "It's not a 2024, not a Hatch Act-type question," began another, prompting Jean-Pierre to burst out laughing and retort: "That's what you think." "I don't have anything to say about 2024," Jean-Pierre summarized. "Either way, it's not going to come from this podium." The post Whispers, hints, and non-denials ahead of supposed Biden 2024 launch appeared first on Daily Tribune......»»
For fliers on credit
Frequent travelers know that every penny counts when it comes to maximizing travel rewards. Choosing the right credit card can make all the difference between a good trip and a great one. With so many credit cards available, it can be overwhelming to decide which one is right for you. Some tips for frequent air travelers can consider when choosing a credit card: Airline partnerships Using a credit card that is affiliated with an airline is one of the best ways to earn points or miles quickly. Every time you use the card, these airline and credit-card partnerships provide more opportunities to earn miles. Some even include lounge access, free comprehensive travel insurance and other perks that will elevate your travel experience. Low fx fees When you make purchases in a foreign country, you may incur an additional fee each time you use your card. Choosing a credit card with the lowest foreign currency conversion fee is one of the best ways to indulge in guilt-free shopping without the high foreign transaction fees while traveling abroad. Packed with rewards Some credit cards offer reward points for spending in specific categories such as online, dining, entertainment or travel purchases. Maximize your earnings by using a card that offers great bonus rewards for spending in these categories. Signup bonuses Many credit cards offer sign-up bonuses to new cardholders who meet a minimum spend requirement within a certain time frame upon credit card activation. These bonuses can be a great way to jumpstart your reward earnings, so you can reach your travel goals faster. Now that you know what to look for in a credit card for frequent travelers, consider the EastWest Singapore Airlines KrisFlyer Mastercard. This card is positioned as the best-in-class airline co-brand card in the Philippines, and it offers numerous benefits and perks to cardholders. The EastWest Singapore Airlines KrisFlyer Mastercard boasts of a generous spend-to-miles conversion rate, with cardholders earning three times more miles when they spend on Singapore Airlines Group, e-commerce, and cross-border purchases. In addition, cardholders can earn up to 15,000 anniversary bonus miles each year. You may also enjoy one of the lowest foreign currency conversion rate of 1.7 percent, up to four complimentary lounge accesses per year, and free comprehensive travel insurance and convenience insurance of up to P20 million for cardholders and their family members. The post For fliers on credit appeared first on Daily Tribune......»»
Iraq protesters revive year-old revolt against the system
Iraqi security forces and protesters clashed in Baghdad on Sunday during demonstrations to mark the first anniversary of mass anti-government protests demanding the ouster of the ruling class......»»
Honda set to unveil all-new City model in Philippine market
Honda Cars Philippines, Inc. (HCPI) is set to release the All-New Honda City targeting total sales of more or less 1,800 units combining the current and the All New City model for the remaining months of the year. HCPI Vice President Louie Soriano said they expect to sell more or less 1,800 units for both old and new City models for the remaining 3 months. From January to October this year, HCPI Honda City’s sales reached over 2,000 units. Among the models in its segment, the Honda City is currently at third place. Since the start of 2020, the Honda City is HCPI’s second best-selling model in its lineup. First is Honda Brio and third is Honda BR-V. “Our target market for the All-New City are the Sporty and Premium Seeker who are career driven, business minded, and those who are looking for a stylish and sporty sedan,” said Soriano. Interested customers may already inquire and reserve the All-New Honda City any of the 34 Honda Car Dealerships nationwide starting today, October 15, 2020. The all-new model will be available in the local market on October 22, 2020, as part of its month-long celebration of its 30th anniversary. This 5th generation of Honda City – the revamped best-selling sedan in HCPI’s model lineup now comes with new variant names and includes a new color. The All-New Honda City will soon be available with the following colors: Ignite Red Metallic (new color; 1.5 RS CVT, 1.5 V CVT, and 1.5 S CVT); Modern Steel Metallic; Platinum White Pearl (new color; 1.5 RS CVT and 1.5 V CVT only); Crystal Black Pearl; Lunar Silver Metallic (1.5 V CVT and 1.5 S CVT only); and, Taffeta White (1.5 S CVT and 1.5 S MT only). The company also announced that from October 15 to December 31, 2020, all current Honda owners who will refer an All-New City buyer will receive P5,000 worth of e-gift certificates upon every successful referral. Interested referrers may visit www.hondaphil.com/promos/referral-program for more information. The current generation of the Honda City, launched in May 2017, revolves around the grand concept of “Advanced Energetic Smart Star”. It exhibits a high-tech and sporty design, class-leading fuel efficiency and comfort, and above class safety that provide customers with the smartest ownership experience......»»
‘DOTS’ nina Dingdong at Jennylyn hahataw na sa Netflix; babalik na rin sa GMA Telebabad
CONFIRMED! Mapapanood na rin ang Kapuso internationally-acclaimed primetime series ma “Descendants of the Sun Philippines” sa Netflix Philippines. Simula sa Nov. 13 hahataw na ang DOTS PH nina Dingdong Dantes at Jennylyn Mercado sa Netflix bilang bahagi pa rin 70th anniversary celebration ng GMA habang mas pinalalakas pa ang kanilang digital presence with several world-class […] The post ‘DOTS’ nina Dingdong at Jennylyn hahataw na sa Netflix; babalik na rin sa GMA Telebabad appeared first on Bandera......»»
Marc Pingris dinenay na may ‘something’ sila ni Kim Rodriguez
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Danica Sotto unbothered sa isyung panloloko ni Marc Pingris
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Kaspersky Shares Cybersecurity Tips for a Peaceful Getaway during the holy week
As the holiday season approaches, the urge to unwind and kick back is natural. And it’s all too common for people to let their guard down completely when connecting to the Internet too– but shouldn’t. Recently, the Philippine National Police (PNP) Anti-Cybercrime Group shared its findings on identity theft cases in the country. Between November […].....»»
Pacatiw tries to buck cage rust in ONE Championship return
More than a year since his last ONE Championship bout, Jeremy Pacatiw acknowledged that he has a lot to work on before his comeback fight......»»
Marian naba-bad trip ba ‘pag sinasabing ‘nakakatakot’ siyang katrabaho?
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Philippine scientists harassed by China helicopter
Another case of harassment at sea by the Chinese has been reported – this time near Pag-Asa Island last Saturday – involving a helicopter, which hovered dangerously close to a group of Filipino scientists doing research work on a sand bar called Sandy Cay, causing minor injuries......»»
Philippine scientists harassed by China helicoper
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Andi, Gwen Guck super bonding sa Siargao: ‘Nanay never made it but…’
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