Day: April 15, 2025

Manila: The Bureau of the Treasury (BTr) successfully raised PHP135 billion from the auction of 10-year Treasury bonds (T-bonds) on Tuesday, witnessing a strong appetite from investors. According to Philippine News Agency, the issued Fixed Rate Treasury Notes (FXTNs) set to mature in 2035 attracted a coupon rate of 6.375 percent. The auction drew tenders totaling PHP197.3 billion, which is 6.6 times the initial PHP30 billion offering. This overwhelming interest enabled the Auction Committee to increase the accepted amount for the auction. Rizal Commercial Banking Corp. chief economist Michael Ricafort noted that the average yield for these T-bonds was 6.286

Manila: The Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) on Tuesday assured the public that all its disaster management and response teams from the Central Office and 16 field offices will be on standby for any incident that may require the agency’s immediate assistance during the observance of this year’s Holy Week or ‘Semana Santa.’ According to Philippine News Agency, DSWD Secretary Rex Gatchalian has directed quick response teams of the Department to remain on standby throughout the entire Holy Week, ready for deployment should any event necessitate their intervention. Assistant Secretary Irene Dumlao of the DSWD’s Disaster Response Management

Manila: The Philippines and Morocco celebrated 50 years of diplomatic relations with a joint commemorative stamp featuring the Mactan-Cebu and Marrakech Menara airports. According to Philippine News Agency, in a news release on Tuesday, Philippine Postal Corporation (PHLPost) Postmaster General Luis Carlos said the stamps symbolize a bridge that connects the countries’ innovation and connectivity in the aviation sector. The PHLPost stamp features the architecture of Mactan-Cebu International Airport Terminal 2, which includes a wave-like roof structure that represents the traditional Filipino “bangka” (boat canoes), supported by large glulam wood arches. Meanwhile, the Marrakech Menara Airport’s architecture combines modern design

Antique: The Antique Provincial Police Office (APPO) will heighten police visibility among convergence areas starting Wednesday with the anticipated influx of people for the Holy Week vacation. Lt. Col. Willy Diel, APPO Information Officer, said in an interview Tuesday that officers will be deployed in churches, plazas, terminals, and beach resorts to ensure the security of pilgrims and tourists. According to Philippine News Agency, Diel mentioned that additional teams will be deployed in the municipalities of San Jose de Buenavista and Sibalom on Maundy Thursday and Good Friday. ‘There’s usually a big influx of people in San Jose de Buenavista

Bicol: The Department of Education in Bicol (DepEd-5) on Tuesday congratulated some 400,000 graduates and completers of basic education in the region for school year 2024-2025. “It resonates deeply with the spirit of this gathering and the ideals we aim to uphold. In this pivotal moment, as you stand on the threshold of new beginnings, I urge you to carry the essence of unity in your hearts and lives,” DepEd-5 Director Gilbert Sadsad said in a media release. According to Philippine News Agency, Sadsad lauded the students for persevering, demonstrating grit, and showing an unwavering commitment to their education despite