Manila — The Bureau of Customs (BOC) reported a significant revenue surplus for October, surpassing its target by more than PHP 1 billion.According to Philippines News Agency, the agency collected PHP 78.616 billion in October, achieving a PHP 1.084 bi…
MANILA — Upon the appointment of the new Department of Agriculture Secretary Francisco Laurel Jr., key figures in the agro-industrial sector have issued urgent calls for action to address pressing issues affecting agricultural productivity in the Phili…
Manila — The Board of Investments (BOI), the Philippines’ primary investment promotion agency, has reported a substantial increase in approved investments from January to October, bolstered significantly by foreign investment commitments.According to P…
Washington D.C. — In a significant legislative move, the US House of Representatives on Thursday voted to approve a military aid package for Israel totaling USD 14.3 billion, a decision unfolding against the backdrop of ongoing hostilities in the Gaza …
CEBU CITY — Charges have been filed against four men, including a newly elected village councilman, for alleged voter harassment during the Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections (BSKE) on October 30.According to Philippines News Agency, spokesper…
MANILA – Romeo Jalosjos Jr. has officially submitted a comprehensive motion for reconsideration to the Supreme Court (SC), contesting the annulment of his victory as the elected representative of Zamboanga del Norte’s First District. This move on Frida…
DUMAGUETE CITY – The Commission on Elections (Comelec) has set the stage for the upcoming special elections in Negros Oriental’s third congressional district, scheduled for December 9. As part of the preparations, the provincial Comelec office announce…
MANILA — The Philippine House of Representatives expressed approval on Friday following President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr.’s decision to designate Francisco Tiu Laurel Jr. as the new head of the Department of Agriculture (DA). This move is seen as bring…
MANILA — In a notable gesture affirming the strong bilateral relations between the Philippines and Japan, Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida has arrived in Manila for an official visit, drawing attention to the crucial role Japan plays as an ally in…
Manila, Philippines — President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. has chosen Francisco Laurel Jr., a prominent figure in the fishing industry, to lead the Department of Agriculture (DA). The announcement came during a press conference at Malacañan Palace on Frid…