MANILA, May 14 (PNA) — President Benigno S. Aquino III said the country’s robust economy has benefited many Filipinos as this continues to attract more investments imperative for jobs creation. Thus stressed…
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Palace bares 45 new appointments
By Joann Santiago MANILA, May 13 (PNA) — Malacanang on Wednesday announced the appointment of 45 individuals to various posts in government, including Assistant Secretaries, Undersecretaries and Ambassadors. One of the new…
Metro Manila sizzles at 36.4 degrees Celsius on Wednesday
MANILA, May 13 (PNA) — Metro Manila’s temperature soared to 36.4 degrees Celsius on Wednesday afternoon, the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) said. In an interview, PAGASA weather forecaster…
After 40 years, House of Representatives finally gets title to Batasan Complex
By Cielito M. Reganit MANILA, May 13 (PNA) — After decades of occupying the Batasan Pambansa Complex (BPC) in Quezon City as an “informal settler,” the House of Representatives on Wednesday was…
Coloma: Aquino gov’t not indulging in partisan political activity
MANILA, May 13 (PNA) — A Palace official on Wednesday denied Malacanang’s involvement in the alleged demolition job against Vice President Jejomar Binay. Presidential Communications Operations Office (PCOO) Secretary Herminio Coloma Jr.,…
President Aquino orders review of GOCC employees’, officials’ bonuses until June ’15
By Joann Santiago MANILA, May 13 (PNA) — President Benigno Aquino III ordered the review of bonuses of employees and officials of government-owned and controlled corporations (GOCCs) citing that these might not…
President Aquino thanks Pacquiao for bringing honor to country
MANILA, May 13 (PNA) — President Benigno S. Aquino III has thanked Sarangani Representative Manny Pacquiao for bringing honor to the Philippines by fighting with courage and skill, especially during his May…
DILG chief: Healthy professionals, healthier economy
MANILA, May 13 (PNA) — Department of Interior and Local Government (DILG) Secretary Manuel “Mar” Roxas II has cited the Filipino healthcare professionals as key players in the nation’s economic progress. “A…
Pimentel wants withholding of passports of OFWs criminalized
By Jelly F. Musico MANILA, May 12 (PNA) — Senator Aquilino “Koko” Pimentel III on Tuesday pushed for the passage of his bill seeking to criminalize the withholding of passports by recruitment…
Speaker Belmonte admits economic Cha-cha needs big effort to become a law
By Sammy F. Martin MANILA, May 12 (PNA) — Speaker Feliciano Belmonte Jr. on Tuesday admitted that “big effort” is needed to pass his economic Charter change (Cha-cha) bill in the House…
Advocates urge House leadership to honor President Aquino’s promise for immediate passage of twin agrarian reform bills
By Cielito M. Reganit MANILA, May 12 (PNA) – Agrarian reform advocates at the House of Representatives urged the House leadership on Tuesday to fast-track the passage of two pending bills in…
Palace vows to continue inclusive growth bid as survey shows drop in hunger incidence in Q1 ‘15
MANILA, May 12 (PNA) — A Malacanang official on Tuesday vowed the continued implementation of the Aquino administration’s inclusive growth target after a survey showed the decline to its 10-year low of…
No firm offer from President Aquino — Poe
By Jelly F. Musico MANILA, May 11 (PNA) — Senator Grace Poe on Monday admitted that President Benigno Aquino III talked to her about the upcoming 2016 elections when they met last…
PHL sees more economic opportunities for workers in mutual accountability framework with Canada
MANILA, May 11 (PNA) — The Philippines expects greater economic opportunities for Filipino workers and marginalized groups crucial for poverty reduction and achievement of broad-based growth, with the signing of Mutual Accountability…
House Ad Hoc committee resets voting on BBL on Tuesday
By Sammy F. Martin MANILA, May 11 (PNA) — The House of Representatives Ad Hoc Committee on the proposed Bangsamoro Basic Law (BBL) decided on Monday to reset the voting on the…