PBBM bats for energy diversification to address climate change

PRESIDENT FERDINAND R. Marcos Jr. on Thursday emphasized the importance of diversifying energy sources to sustain global economic growth and avoid the worst impacts of climate change.

PBBM vows further expansion of Kadiwa caravan

PRESIDENT FERDINAND “Bongbong” Marcos Jr. on Wednesday pledged to install more Kadiwa stalls in different parts of the country, to provide Filipino consumers with more affordable and high-quality local products.

‘Formula 1’ is best way to drum up business: Marcos

PRESIDENT BONGBONG Marcos said the best way to drum up business is “Formula 1,” referring to the Singapore Grand Prix which he recently attended along with the First Lady Marie Louise Marcos and their son Rep. Sandro Marcos and other Filipino politicians.

Human rights groups laud ICC decision to probe Duterte

THE INTERNATIONAL Coalition for Human Rights in the Philippines (ICHRP) lauded the recent decision of the International Criminal Court (ICC) Prosecutor Karim Khan in trashing the request of the Marcos administration to halt the investigation of allegations of serious “crimes against humanity” committed during the previous regime of President Rodrigo Duterte’s deadly drug war.

Marcos calls for end to racism

PRESIDENT Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr. has called for the elimination of racism and Asian hate as he pledged to accelerate the implementation of a human rights joint programme with the United Nations.

‘State of Calamity’ due to Covid-19 extended

THE national government extended the State of Calamity due to Covid-19 pandemic until the end of the year despite the liberalized face masks mandate and the decreasing number of new coronavirus cases throughout the country.

Marcos bent on transforming economy

MANILA - President Bongbong Marcos said his administration is geared towards economic transformation to shield the country from future crises in the aftermath of the Covid-19 pandemic.

DOT welcomes easing of mask mandate

CEBU - The Department of Tourism (DOT) welcomed the easing of the country's mask mandate, saying it would give the tourism sector a better chance to regain its vibrant and booming operations.

No more face masks!

‘Marcos Oks voluntary use of face mask outdoors despite Covid-19’

PRESIDENT Bongbong Marcos has now allowed the voluntary wearing of face masks in open spaces and non-crowded outdoor areas with adequate ventilation.

Marcos vows strong support for peace process

COTABATO CITY — Committing to support the peace process in the Bangsamoro region, President Ferdinand "Bongbong" Marcos, Jr. made his first visit to the region after assuming office to lead the historic inauguration of the Bangsamoro Transition Authority.

BARMM commits to pass electoral, local governance codes

 COTABATO CITY — BARMM Chief Minister Ahod Ebrahim has committed to delivering the Bangsamoro electoral code and the local governance code by the end of the year or first quarter of 2023.

Marcos trumpets overseas deals

PRESIDENT Bongbong Marcos Jr secured nearly $8.5 billion worth of investment pledges from his state visit to Indonesia, according to Press Secretary Trixie Angeles.

Good news for nurses

THE Marcos administration said it is supporting the passage of the Philippine Nursing Practice Act, a measure that aims to improve the nursing profession through better career prospects and relevant nursing education.

Chinese minister hopes Philippines will revive talks on oil, gas deals in South China Sea

A CHINESE minister has expressed hope for the revival of talks with the Philippines on oil and gas exploration in the South China Sea, without undermining each other’s claims in the disputed waterway.

DSWD told to ensure orderly aid distribution

THE PRESIDENT has ordered Social Welfare Secretary Erwin Tulfo to ensure the orderly and immediate distribution of cash aid to indigent students across the country.

Marcos addresses sugar shortage

FOLLOWING THE halt in productions of soft drinks due to the shortage of sugar supply in the country, President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr. said the government is exerting all efforts to address domestic sugar supply issues.

State of public health emergency stays

THE GOVERNMENT is considering prolonging the country’s state of public health emergency until the end of this year in an effort to further contain the spread of the deadly Covid-19 respiratory disease and to be able to continue receiving international medical aid.

Marcos to reorganize Sugar Regulatory Administration

MANILA - President Bongbong Marcos said he would reorganize the Sugar Regulatory Administration (SRA) in an effort to find ways to address issues plaguing the sugar industry.

BARMM elections set on 2025

‘Marcos pledges support to peace, unity’ 

COTABATO CITY – President Bongbong Marcos said elections in the Bangsamoro autonomous region in Muslim Mindanao or BARMM shall push through in 2025.

UBX launches UrGovPH for LGUs’ digital transformation

 'UrGovPH to assist LGUs in bringing public service closer to the people'

MANILA - UBX, the leading open finance platform in the Philippines, is doubling down on its support to the government with the introduction of UrGovPH - a suite of open finance solutions that enable local governments to digitally transform their services.