Day: May 20, 2025

Manila: President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. is actively monitoring the entire process of the 2026 national budget to ensure alignment with government priorities and the inclusion of only ‘shovel-ready projects,’ as stated by Budget Secretary Amenah Pangandaman. According to Philippines News Agency, Pangandaman revealed that President Marcos is even prepared to join the bicameral conference committee’s budget discussions on the proposed 2026 national budget if necessary. She mentioned that as early as January, when the 2025 budget was finalized, the President had already given instructions regarding the 2026 budget. She emphasized that the President is committed to engaging in the

Mandaluyong City: The Czech Republic is opening its doors to over 10,000 skilled foreign workers, with the Philippines seen as a key partner in filling this growing labor demand, especially in its transport, logistics, and technical sectors. At the Philippine-Czech Republic Friendship Week event hosted by the Department of Migrant Workers (DMW) in its head office in Mandaluyong City on Tuesday, Czech Ambassador Karel Hejc revealed that their government has set an annual quota of over 10,000 work visas for Filipinos. According to Philippines News Agency, currently, more than 11,000 Filipino workers are working and living across the Czech Republic,

Vienna: National Police Commission (Napolcom) Vice Chairperson and Executive Officer Rafael Vicente Calinisan highlighted President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr.’s 2025 National Crime Prevention Program (NCPP) at the 34th Session of the United Nations Commission on Crime Prevention and Criminal Justice in Vienna, Austria. According to Philippines News Agency, Calinisan shared during his speech on the opening day of the event that President Marcos Jr. has approved the 2025 NCPP, which is strategically aligned with the Philippine Development Plan and national security goals. He emphasized that the plan reflects the country’s dedication to fostering a safer, rules-based society through a comprehensive

Cebu: Low-cost carrier Cebu Pacific completed an aircraft turnaround at the Mactan-Cebu International Airport (MCIA) on Tuesday, fully using zero-emission electric ground support equipment (GSE). This achievement marks a significant step in the airline’s efforts towards sustainable aviation. According to Philippines News Agency, every aspect of the flight preparation, from loading bags and cargo to refueling, boarding, and pushback, was powered entirely by electric GSE. This initiative reflects the Gokongwei-led carrier’s commitment to reducing its carbon footprint and supporting airports with similar sustainability goals. “This milestone shows our strong commitment to decarbonizing our operations and supporting airports that share the

Manila: The Supreme Court (SC) has partially lifted the restraining order it issued in 2022 against the implementation of the no-contact apprehension policy (NCAP) of the Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA): The Supreme Court (SC) has taken a significant step by partially lifting the temporary restraining order (TRO) it imposed on the no-contact apprehension policy (NCAP) in major thoroughfares. This decision comes in response to an urgent motion filed by the Office of the Solicitor General on behalf of the MMDA. According to Philippines News Agency, the SC spokesperson Camille Ting stated that the TRO lifting applies only to the