By Sammy F. Martin MANILA, May 23 (PNA) — Iloilo Rep. Jerry Trenas on Saturday said Liberal Party (LP) maintains openness on all possible scenarios to make sure that it remains the…
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DSWD reminds donors to follow policies on foreign donations
By Leilani S. Junio MANILA, May 23 (PNA)–The Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) reiterated its reminder about the policies in the proper management of foreign donations to avoid hassles and…
Armament packages for PHL Navy’s AW-109 up for inspection
By Priam F. Nepomuceno MANILA, May 22 (PNA) — The armament packages for the Philippine Navy’s last two AgustaWestland AW-109 “Power” naval helicopters are now being processed and subjected to a technical…
Palace exec says PHL’s stance in disputed waters remains, eyes higher risks of tension
By Joann Santiago MANILA, May 22 (PNA) — A Malacanang official on Friday said the Philippines stance on the South China Sea issue remains even with the heightened tension following the reported…
PHL should improve human capital to be competitive, says official
BORACAY ISLAND, Aklan, May 22 (PNA) — The Philippines must develop its human capital by orienting it toward science and technology to enable the country to compete in the global market, a…
Poe says ‘honesty’ should also be an issue in 2016 presidential race
By Jelly F. Musico MANILA, May 18 (PNA) -– Senator Grace Poe agreed with Vice President Jejomar Binay that experience and competence should be an issue in 2016 presidential election. The first-term…
Senate concurs PHL social security deals with Denmark, Portugal
By Jelly F. Musico MANILA, May 18 (PNA) — The Senate on Monday approved on third and final reading two resolutions concurring in the ratification of the Agreement on Social Security between…
President Aquino posts Php 1.8-M hike in net worth in ’14
By Joann Santiago MANILA, May 18 (PNA) — Assets of President Benigno Aquino III increased by about Php 1.82 million year-on-year in 2014. A copy of the Chief Executive’s Statement of Assets,…
PHL seeks protection for Filipino workers after attack on Saudi city
By Michaela P. Del Callar MANILA, May 18 (PNA) -– Philippine officials in Saudi Arabia have sought extra protection for Filipino workers in the city of Najran after it was attacked by…
MNLF central committee sees BBL as solution to attain peace in Mindanao
By Jelly F. Musico MANILA, May 18 (PNA) – The Moro National Liberation Front (MNLF) central committee believes the proposed Bangsamoro Basic Law (BBL) is the best tool to end the 43-year…
DA working to sustain agri growth momentum –Alcala
By Cielito M. Reganit MANILA, May 18 (PNA) — Agriculture Secretary Proceso Alcala lauded on Monday the performance of the agriculture sector after it grew nearly two percent in the first three…
Palace lauds PPP Center for London awards
MANILA, May 17 (PNA) – Malacanang has commended the Public-Private Partnership (PPP) Center for being recognized as finalist in three categories of the prestigious annual Partnership Awards held in London last May…
Palace cites need to criminalize non-compliance to occupational safety law
MANILA, May 17 (PNA) — Following the fire that killed at least 72 individuals in Valenzuela City, the Palace on Sunday reiterated the need to criminalize the non-compliance with laws and regulations…
Reducing tobacco use by 30 percent to curb NCD deaths in PH
MANILA, May 17 (PNA) — The New Vois Association of the Philippines (NVAP) revealed that reducing tobacco use in the country by 30 percent is a major step to curbing deaths from…
P31-B For performance bonus to boost public service
MANILA, May 17 (PNA) — Department of Budget and Management (DBM) Secretary Florencio “Butch” Abad hailed the signing of Executive Order (E.O.) 181 by President Benigno S. Aquino III, saying that the…