President Aquino gave his guarantee to the families of the PNP-SAF that the remaining terrorist target will be arrested.
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President Aquino attends necrological services for the fallen 44
President Aquino attended the necrological services held in honor of the fallen 44 members of the PNP-SAF, spending time with each and personally giving medals and plaques to the relatives of the deceased.
“Kabayan Ko, Kapatid Ko” held in the Philippine Arena
The Iglesia Ni Cristo held a grand evangelical mission at the Philippine Arena and before said event, a “Kabayan Ko, Kapatid Ko” was held in the said venue, which provide entertainment through musical performances as well as free medical and dental aid.
Cebu Pacific pays fines
The Cebu Pacific paid in full the 52.1 million pesos fine imposed by the government to the said airline due to the numerous flight delays and cancellations during the recent holiday season.
Environmental groups asks DOH to ban use of chemicals in plastic products
The group Eco-waste Coalition asked the Department of Health to ban a certain toxic chemical to be used in the production of plastic products.
Philippines and United States sign educational alliance
The Department of Education signed an agreement with the USAID to expand basic education in the country. Said arrangement will ensure that the Philippine educational programs will be suspended.
Tagle starts packing in preparation for his retirement
Commissioner Luisito Tagle is now packing his belongings in preparation to his imminent departure in the Commission on Elections.
OFWs show concern regarding cargo fleet and payment of summons
Overseas Filipino workers were dismayed with the implementation of higher terminal fees.
Government and MILF sign protocols for de-commissioning
Despite the misencounter in Mamasapano, Magunidanao, the representatives of the Philippine government and the MILF signed an agreement regarding the protocols of de-commissioning in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.
Mamasapano Massacre will affect regional economics
Experts say that the Mamasapano massacre may affect the future of investments in the Autonomous Region of Muslim Mindanao if it is not resolved immediately.
SAF Commandos were also involved in Zamboanga Siege
It is not only in Mamasapano, Maguindanao that the commandos of PNP-SAF showed their heroics but also in the Zamboanga Siege.
House of Representatives to examine rules of engagement
The House of Representatives will examine thoroughly the rules of engagement that served as guidelines during military operations after hearing reports that there were no reinforcements sent to help the PNP-SAF commandos during their misencounter with the MILF and BIFF.
