The swift and dignified burial of OPM icon Freddie Aguilar has drawn attention to the recent enactment of the Philippine Islamic Burial Act, a law authored by Senator Robin Padilla that protects the religious funeral practices of Filipino Muslims. Aguilar, who converted to Islam in 2013 and adopted the name Abdul Farid, passed away on... Continue Reading →
President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. is optimistic about the impending improvements at Manila's airport, marking a significant step in the comprehensive rehabilitation project valued at PhP170.6 billion, designed to ease the return of Filipinos. Speaking to the Filipino community in Brunei Darussalam, President Marcos emphasized the importance of the ambitious airport upgrade initiative, which aims... Continue Reading →
President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. is optimistic about the ongoing major infrastructure initiatives in the Ilocos Region, foreseeing their significant contribution to rural progress and the bolstering of small businesses nationwide. At the inauguration of the Tourist Rest Area (TRA) in Pagudpud last Friday, President Marcos outlined the current government's infrastructure endeavors aimed at catalyzing... Continue Reading →
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. declared on Thursday that the diverse economic zones across the nation are accessible to all foreign investors, including those hailing from South Korea. He underscored the appealing investment frameworks established by the government for prospective businesses eyeing operations in the Philippines. "We have economic zones where anyone can participate," President Marcos... Continue Reading →
Philippine President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. disclosed government initiatives aimed at managing electricity prices amidst surging demand. Speaking during a media session in Pikit, Cotabato, the President reassured the public, emphasizing the absence of an artificial power crisis but acknowledging strain on the power system due to drought conditions. Asserting vigilant monitoring, President Marcos pledged... Continue Reading →
In a significant trilateral meeting held in Washington, DC, President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr., alongside US President Joe Biden and Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida, discussed pivotal investment prospects for the Philippines. Looking ahead, the Philippine government is aiming to secure an impressive $100 billion in investments over the next five to ten years. Philippine... Continue Reading →
President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. has championed a new law aimed at breaking down barriers for disadvantaged students. By signing the "No Permit, No Exam" Prohibition Act on March 11, Marcos ensures that financial constraints no longer prevent students from sitting for their exams. According to Communication Secretary Cheloy Garafil, this groundbreaking legislation, Republic Act... Continue Reading →
The Philippines, through its President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr., has successfully secured a commitment from Macquarie Group Ltd., a leading Australian firm, to ramp up its investments in the Philippines. This landmark agreement was forged during President Marcos's participation in the ASEAN-Australia Special Summit in Melbourne. "I am excited to talk about what more we... Continue Reading →
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