This news roundup covers various developments in the Philippines, including President Marcos Jr.'s assurance to labor and employers, the certification of a bill postponing Bangsamoro elections, the Maharlika Investment Corporation's plans for energy sector investment, and President Marcos's message on Chinese New Year. It also includes updates on the impact of the Trump administration's foreign aid freeze and the executive clemency granted to former Iloilo City Mayor Jed Patrick Mabilog.
President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr. on Wednesday assured both the employer and labor sectors that his administration is committed to helping Filipinos secure quality...President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr. certified as urgent the Senate version of a bill seeking to postpone the first general elections in the Bangsamoro...Consing: Gov't better positioned to address grid issues The Maharlika Investment Corporation said it is open to acquiring shares of the State Grid Corporation of..
The Maharlika Investment Corporation explained its decision to prioritize the country's energy sector, following its recent investment in the National Grid Corporation of...The Trump administration’s 90-day freeze on U.S. foreign aid would have minimal direct impact on the Philippine economy, the National Economic and Development Authority’s...President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr.
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Marcos, Biden, and Ishiba reaffirm trilateral commitmentLeaders of the Philippines, the US, and Japan reiterate their commitment to strengthening trilateral ties during a phone call despite political transitions and ongoing tensions in the region.
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Marcos Jr. Assures Funding for Tourism, Irrigation, and Pandemic ResponsePresident Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has pledged sufficient funding for three crucial government projects: boosting tourism, improving irrigation infrastructure, and fortifying the country's preparedness against future pandemics. He directed the Department of Budget and Management to reinstate the P400-million branding budget for the Department of Tourism to sustain the country's global promotion efforts. Marcos also emphasized the need for adequate funding for the National Irrigation Administration to upgrade irrigation systems, particularly through the construction of large multi-purpose dams. Furthermore, he reaffirmed his commitment to the construction of the Virology and Vaccine Institute of the Philippines (VIP), crucial for addressing viruses affecting humans, animals, and plants.
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Marcos Jr. Meets Japanese Foreign Minister, Reaffirms Commitment to Trilateral SecurityPresident Marcos Jr. welcomes Japanese Foreign Minister Iwaya Takeshi, emphasizing the importance of the trilateral security pact with Japan and the United States during a courtesy call at Malacañang.
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Marcos Congratulates Trump on Inauguration, Expresses Commitment to PH-US AlliancePresident Ferdinand Marcos Jr. extends his congratulations and best wishes to newly inaugurated US President Donald Trump, highlighting his eagerness to work closely with the Trump administration and reaffirming the Philippines' commitment to the enduring partnership between the two nations.
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Marcos Jr. Highlights Government's Commitment to Quality Jobs at Career ConPresident Ferdinand Marcos Jr. stressed the government's dedication to providing Filipinos with quality job opportunities through reskilling, upskilling, and stronger public-private partnerships. Speaking at a job fair in Pasay City, Marcos acknowledged the decreasing unemployment rate but emphasized the need for better job prospects with career growth potential. He underscored the importance of adapting to the evolving labor market by acquiring new skills or enhancing existing ones. The two-day career fair aims to connect job seekers with various industries and offers nearly 5,000 job vacancies.
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Marcos Jr. Highlights Government's Commitment to Quality Jobs, Postpones Bangsamoro ElectionsThe news covers President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.'s emphasis on government initiatives to provide quality jobs through reskilling, upskilling, and public-private partnerships. It also reports on the president's certification of a bill postponing the first general elections in the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao.
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