Day: July 8, 2025

Manila: Agriculture Secretary Francisco Tiu Laurel Jr. is set to take a two-week leave to undergo a medical procedure, the Department of Agriculture (DA) announced Tuesday. Tiu Laurel, who assumed office in November 2023, stated that the procedure had to be deferred due to his responsibilities. According to Philippines News Agency, Tiu Laurel has assured that he will continue to monitor the department’s programs and projects during his absence. He emphasized that his work would persist despite being abroad for medical reasons. The Department of Agriculture has not disclosed specifics regarding Tiu Laurel’s medical procedure. Tiu Laurel’s leave is scheduled

Quezon city: The Philippine National Police announced on Tuesday that nearly 12,000 police officers will be stationed to secure the fourth State of the Nation Address (SONA) of President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr., which is scheduled for July 28. This significant deployment will ensure safety in and around the House of Representatives at the Batasan Pambansa in Quezon City. According to Philippines News Agency, PNP spokesperson Brig. Gen. Jean Fajardo detailed in a press briefing at Camp Crame that 11,949 officers will be deployed to manage security during the event. A coordinating conference with the House of Representatives’ Office of