Day: July 16, 2025

Port moresby: The Philippines is advocating for the immediate approval of its Third Readiness and Preparatory Support Program (RPSP3) to enhance its climate action initiatives. This was highlighted during the 42nd Board Meeting of the Green Climate Fund (GCF) held in Port Moresby, Papua New Guinea from June 30 to July 3, 2025. According to Philippines News Agency, the Department of Finance (DOF) aims to secure up to USD10 million in grants under the RPSP3. The program is designed to support the Philippines in developing institutional capacities and governance mechanisms that are essential for a long-term climate action agenda. The

Quezon city: The Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency (PDEA) and the Philippine National Volunteer Service Coordinating Agency (PNVSCA) have entered into a memorandum of understanding (MOU) aimed at bolstering the nation’s efforts against illegal drugs. This agreement marks a significant step in integrating volunteerism into national development as part of the government’s comprehensive approach. According to Philippines News Agency, PDEA Director General Undersecretary Isagani Nerez highlighted the critical role of volunteerism in enhancing the government’s anti-drug initiatives. He noted that the partnership reflects a unified goal to empower communities and expand the reach of their services. Nerez remarked, “Our partnership is

Makati city: Top seed Tennielle Madis overpowered South Korean Kim Rae Youn, 6-1, 6-0, in the first round of the J60 PHINMA International Junior Tennis Championships Week 1 at the Manila Polo Club in Makati City. According to Philippines News Agency, the 18-year-old Madis, currently ranked No. 203 in the world junior rankings, attributed her strong performance to her recent participation in the Billie Jean King Cup. “I had a good game today, having played in the Billie Jean King Cup three weeks ago helped me a lot in preparing for this tournament,” Madis said. Her victory has set her

Pasay city: The Bureau of Customs-Ninoy Aquino International Airport (BOC-NAIA) seized over 44 kilograms of suspected shabu valued at more than PHP304 million during two separate interdiction operations at Terminal 3. The operations, which took place early this week, focused on two passengers arriving from Hong Kong on different flights. According to Philippines News Agency, NAIA District Collector Alexandra Lumontad stated that the operations on July 14 led to the apprehension of the passengers after BOC X-ray Inspection Project personnel identified suspicious images in their checked-in luggage during routine screening. In the first operation, the passenger disclaimed ownership of the

Manila: Finance Secretary Ralph Recto said Philippine economic growth is expected to accelerate in the second half of the year. “I think the second quarter, for sure, will be better than the first,” Recto told reporters in an informal press chat on Wednesday. The Philippine economy grew by 5.4 percent in the first quarter of the year. According to Philippines News Agency, Recto said growth in the second half of the year would continue to be driven by government consumption and household consumption. “Our biggest driver is household consumption,” he said. Economic growth will likely hit the lower end of