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(Eagle News) — Malacanang has said it is already “taking pro-active measures” to address the problem of Filipino fishermen and Chinese Coast Guard as it noted that the Chinese ambassador to the Philippines and the Department of Foreign Affairs have also been talking about the issue. Presidential Spokesperson Harry Roque said that the Philippine government has officially relayed the problem to the Chinese government to address this issue, and provide solutions, including possible sanctions […]
(Eagle News) – President Rodrigo Duterte vowed to work for peace with groups considered “enemies of the state” as he gave peace talks with communist rebels a timeframe of 60 says to come up with an agreement. During his speech commemorating the 120th Philippine independence, Duterte said that he is “ready to talk” with exiled communist leader Jose Maria Sison if he would come to the country. “Itong mga komunista, I’m ready to talk […]
(Eagle News) – President Rodrigo Duterte warned that he would have to use emergency powers and make “radical changes” to address the rising crime rates and restore order. He made the announcement shortly after his arrival from his official visit in South Korea on late Tuesday, June 5, 2018. Duterte warned both criminals and erring government personnel. “Ni-warning ko lang kayong mga kriminal, lahat na. Nasa gobyerno, sa labas. I will make radical changes […]
(Eagle News) — President Rodrigo Duterte and Republic of Korea President Moon Jae-in agreed to significantly increase the bilateral trade between Manila and Seoul, as the two leaders vowed to strengthen the ties between the two countries even after the Philippine leader’s official visit to South Korea. The two leaders held a bilateral summit meeting at the Cheong Wa Dae (Blue House) or the official residence of the Republic of Korea on Monday, June […]
(Eagle News)- Pinagtibay na ni Pangulong Rodrigo Duterte ngayong Lunes, Hunyo 4 ang nominasyon kay Dr. Roy Ferrer bilang kapalit ni Philippine Health Insurance Corp. (PhilHealth) Chief Dr. Celestina Ma. Jude Dela Serna. Si Ferrer ay tubong Davao at nakapagtapos ng kursong medisina sa Davao Medical School Foundation. Sa kasalukuyan, siya ay miyembro ng PhilHealth board of directors na kumakatawan sa sektor ng mga manggagawa at pangulo ng Philippine Society of Medical Specialists in Government Service sa rehiyon […]
(Eagle News) — President Rodrigo Duterte thanked the government of South Korea for taking care of Filipinos in their country, as government noted that Filipinos are given equal coverage and protection as locals and enjoy the same wage, working hours, privileges, as well as insurance, benefits, and other support program. “I’d like to thank the Korean government, South Korea, for hosting so many Filipinos here — keeping them safe,” the President said in his […]
(Eagle News) — President Rodrigo Duterte led the inauguration of the newly completed 420-megawatt Pagbilao Unit 3 project coal-fired power plant here that is expected to stabilize energy supply in Luzon as well as boost the economy. In his speech, President Duterte said that the opening of the Pagbilao Unit 3 plant will also provide employment and business opportunities to resident of Quezon province – even communist rebels should they decide to lay down […]
(Eagle News)—–The Statements of Assets, Liabilities and Net Worth of members of President Rodrigo Duterte’s Cabinet were bared on Friday, May 25, with Public Works Secretary Mark Villar topping the list. Villar said he had a net worth of P1.4 billion, more than the P1.3 million declared by Energy Secretary Alfonso Cusi who was in second place. Finance Secretary Carlos Dominguez was in third place, with P338,123,873; followed by Transportation Secretary Arthur Tugade with P303,233,620. […]
(Eagle News) — President Rodrigo Duterte visited seven wounded-in-action soldiers at the Metro Davao Medical Research Center (MDMRC) in Davao City on Thursday, May 24, awarding to them the medals of the Order of Lapu-Lapu with the Rank of Kampilan to honor their courage, bravery, and sacrifice in the service of the country. The Order of Lapu-Lapu, Rank of Kampilan is conferred by the President to recognize exemplary service by workers of the government […]
President Rodrigo Duterte led the inauguration of Davao River Bridge widening project which is expected to ease traffic congestion in the city and improve movement of goods and services. “Today’s inauguration of the new and improved Davao River Bridge symbolizes this administration’s commitment to usher in an era of rapid infrastructure development,” President Duterte said in his speech on Thursday, May 24, 2018. “Aside from this bridge being widened from four to six lanes, […]
(Eagle New) – President Rodrigo Duterte warned that he “might fire” another government official as soon as he got back from his Davao trip where he led the inauguration of Davao River Bridge widening project. He also mentioned that he had just fired Transportation Assistant Secretary Mark Tolentino for approaching his sister about a government project. “Sinabi ko naman sa inyo noon and people — baka hindi nila ako kilala, hindi taga-Davao, sinabi ko […]
(Eagle News) – President Rodrigo Duterte recognized the efforts of the men and women of the Navy and Marines in the liberation of Marawi City, and at the same time recalled the Marawi siege as a “sad incident” for which he assumed “full responsibility.” Duterte, who declared a Mindanao-wide martial law at the start of the Marawi siege on May 23, also assumed full responsibility for what happened in Marawi. He said he never […]
