President Aquino has ordered a review of the proposed pay hike of government employees but has noted that there may not be enough budget for it.
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Obama: U.S.’ role is to deploy military force only as a last resort
MANILA, Philippines April 28 (ENS) — United States President Barack Obama stressed his country’s’ role in an increasingly turbulent world situation as one wherein military force would only be used as a “last resort.” In a joint press conference with Philippine President Benigno Aquino III in Malacanang, Obama said that there would always be territorial disputes around the world but the use of military force had been proven by history as something that should be […]
President Aquino orders DOH to step up efforts in locating Etihad Flight EY 0424 passengers
By Azer N. Parrocha MANILA, April 21 (PNA) — President Benigno S. Aquino III has directed the Department of Health (DOH) to intensify efforts in locating and contacting the passengers of the Etihad Airlines Flight EY 0424 who need to be screened for possible Middle East Respiratory Syndrome-Coronavirus (MERS-CoV) infection. Last April 15, a returning overseas Filipino worker (OFW) who worked as a nurse in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) was tested positive for MERS-CoV […]
Pacquiao to visit President Aquino
Manny Pacquiao will visit President Benigno Aquino III for a courtesy call at the music room of the Malacañang, after his victory against Timothy Bradley.
Trust Ratings of PNoy, Dip Despite Of High-Profile Arrest, Peace Deal
President Aquino’s trust ratings slightly dipped in the first quarter of the year, despite high-profile arrests of housing magnate Delfin Lee and a peace deal with the Moro Islamic Liberation. Pulse Asia revealed on Thursday that the President’s trust ratings went down from 74 percent in December last year to 69 percent this March. The Pulse Asia survey was conducted in late March covering 1,200 Filipino adults. http://youtu.be/yIa1owVMRBo
President Aquino promises benefits for veterans
President Aquino promised to prioritize the arrangement of benefits for Filipino veterans during his speech in Mt. Samat shrine in Bataan, in celebration of the “Araw ng Kagitingan”
Philippines to continue helping search for MH370
President Aquino promised that the Philippines will continue to help in the search for MH370 and extends full support to Malaysian Prime Minister Najib Razak
President Aquino looks into the problem of MRT and LRT
According to Deputy Presidential Spokesperson Abigail Valte, President Aquino is aware of the problems involving MRT and LRT, and is periodically asking for updates regarding the situation.
Historic deal for lasting peace in Mindanao signed in Malacanang; this will “change the nation’s history forever”, says Malaysian PM Razak
MANILA, Philippines — The members of the Philippine government panel and of the Moro Islamic Liberation Front signed the historic Comprehensive Agreement on the Bangsamoro in Malacanang at around 5:30 p.m.Thursday after delivery of speeches that expressed hope in forging a path towards a lasting and inclusive peace in Mindanao. The CAB was signed by government peace panel chair Miriam Coronel Ferrer and MILF chief negotiator Mohagher Iqbal. The signing was witnessed by President Aquino, […]
Aquino says resumption of peace talks depends on communists’ willingness to negotiate
MANILA, March 24 (PNA) — President Benigno Aquino III on Monday (March 24) said the resumption of peace talks with communist rebels will only depend on their “willingness” to return to the negotiating table. In an interview with reporters following an event in Malacanang, President Aquino said that the arrest of Benito and Wilma Tiamzon, top leaders of the Communist Party of the Philippines (CPP) and New People’s Army (NPA), will have an effect on […]
Aquino Dismisses Rumors Influential People Backing Delfin Lee
President Aquino dismissed speculations that certain influential people are backing Global Asiatique President and syndicated estafa suspect Delfin Lee. The statement was made after Vice President Jejomar Binay made his statements saying that certain influential people tried to stop authorities from arresting Lee.
Palace denies allegations made by Senator Osmeña regarding President Aquino’s poor management skills
Deputy Presidential Spokesperson Abigail Valte said that the allegations made by Senator Serge Osmeña about President Aquino’s poor management skills, saying that he has no definite basis regarding said statement.
