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Day: April 2, 2023

Help vulnerable countries, IMF tells developed economies

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has urged developed economies to keep helping vulnerable nations, particularly those in ‘debt stress’ due to the impact of the Covid-19 pandemic. ‘Cooperation goes hand in hand with solidarity with those in greate…

NDRRMC lauds int’l assistance for Mindoro oil spill

The National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council (NDRRMC) has expressed its appreciation to all countries that extended help to the Philippines in containing the oil spill off Oriental Mindoro waters. ‘We are grateful for all the support fr…

Creation of dept of water resources management pushed

As the weather bureau warned of a possible El NiƱo phenomenon in the next six months, a party-list solon pushed anew for the creation of the Department of Water Resources Management (DWRM). In a news release on Sunday, AGRI Party-list Rep. Wilbert Lee…

PH vows to elevate maritime education, training system

The Philippine government will continue to improve the quality of the country’s maritime education and training system, the Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) said as it welcomed the European Union’s decision to recognize Philippine-issued seafarers …

Azurin: Aim for zero-casualty Lenten break

As the country begins the Holy Week and while the holy month of Ramadan is ongoing, Philippine National Police (PNP) chief Gen. Rodolfo Azurin Jr. on Sunday called on all commanders of the force to aspire for a zero-casualty observance. ‘Let’s all ens…

Traveling museum: Nayong Pilipino brings rare artifacts to Tarlac

Museumgoers or travelers just passing by Tarlac are in for a treat as Nayong Pilipino Foundation (NPF) dusts off a portion of its vast collection of cultural artifacts for a ‘traveling exhibit’ in the province. Curated by Victor Estralla, the ‘Nayon s…

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