By Leslie D. Venzon MANILA, July 16 (PNA) — President Benigno S. Aquino III has directed concerned government agencies to expedite clearing and recovery operations in areas hit by typhoon “Glenda” to…
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Abad: daylight dialogue spotlights long-term reform
MANILA, July 15 (PNA) — Budget and Management Secretary Florencio “Butch” Abad on Tuesday said the Daylight Dialogue — held at the Rizal Hall of Malacanang Palace — was a prime opportunity…
Gov’t expedites procedures for procurement of infrastructure projects
By Leslie D. Venzon MANILA, July 15 (PNA) — The Aquino administration is advancing the pre-procurement processes to accelerate the execution of priority infrastructure projects crucial for boosting the country’s economic growth….
Typhoon Glenda hits land in Rafu-rafu Island, changes movement as it decelerates
By Christopher Lloyd T. Caliwan MANILA, July 15 (PNA) — Typhoon Glenda (Rammasun) made a landfall in Rafu-rafu Island, an islet between Albay and Sorsogon in Bicol region around 5p.m. Tuesday. The…
Bishop, evangelical groups ‘respect’ P-Noy stance on Abad
MANILA, July 13 (PNA) — A Catholic prelate said President Benigno Aquino III has the right to give his own opinion or decision on issues involving members of his Cabinet. “I believe…
President Aquino’s House allies downplay dip in ratings
By Sammy F. Martin MANILA, July 14 (PNA) — Allies of President Benigno Aquino III at the House of Representatives on Monday downplayed the decline in his popularity and trust ratings saying…
Malacanang welcomes award for global tourism campaign ‘It’s More Fun in the Philippines’
MANILA, July 12 (PNA) — The Palace congratulated the tourism department for receiving recognition for its global tourism campaign, “It’s More Fun in the Philippines.” The Department of Tourism’s promo landed third…
P2.6B fund for Dream Plan on NCR Traffic Decongestion is attainable – Santiago
By Juzel L. Danganan MANILA, July 10 (PNA) — The P2.6 billion project fund of the Transport Roadmap for the Greater National Capital Region dubbed as ‘the dream plan for traffic decongestion’…
President Aquino rejects Budget Secretary Abad’s resignation
MANILA, July 11 (PNA) — President Benigno S. Aquino III on Friday disclosed that Budget Secretary Florencio Abad has tendered his resignation amid criticisms over the Disbursement Acceleration Program (DAP). The Chief…
Gov’t, MILF peace panels to meet again next week to tackle the proposed Bangsamoro law
By Leslie D. Venzon MANILA, July 11 (PNA) — The Philippine government and the Moro Islamic Liberation Front (MILF) peace panels will meet again next week to continue resolving issues on the…
Gov’t eyes P206.6-B infrastructure budget for 2015
By Leslie D. Venzon MANILA, July 11 (PNA) — The government is looking to spend P206.6 billion for infrastructure projects in next year’s proposed P2.6-trillion budget which will be submitted to Congress…
Poe confident over Lower House’ passage of FOI bill
By Jelly F. Musico MANILA, July 10 (PNA) – Senator Grace Poe on Thursday expressed optimism that the House of Representatives will pass the Freedom of Information Bill under the term of…
Palace assures no cover-up in inquiry into DAP-funded projects
By Leslie D. Venzon MANILA, July 10 (PNA) — Malacanang has assured that there will be no cover-up in its ongoing inquiry into projects funded by the Disbursement Acceleration Program (DAP). ”That’s…
PHL launching tourism infrastructure programs
MANILA, July 10 (PNA) — The government is introducing infrastructure programs to boost the country’s tourism sector. “Tourism is a low-hanging fruit. It’s a one way where we can provide accessible employment…
Gov’t addresses PHL water supply with P1.73-B release
By Lilybeth G. Ison MANILA, July 9 (PNA) — In line with the administration’s thrust to provide adequate potable water sources in waterless tourism areas — including some of the poorest in…