Day: September 7, 2025

Manila: The Department of Tourism (DOT) is advocating for the relaxation of visa policies, including the revival of the e-Visa program in China, to facilitate travel and boost demand from China’s outbound tourism market. In a statement sent to the PNA, the agency highlighted that visa facilitation remains a crucial factor in attracting travelers from significant markets such as China. According to Philippines News Agency, many ASEAN neighbors have already eased or waived visa requirements and have seen considerable benefits. However, the suspension of the Philippines’ e-visa program, along with strict daily visa caps for free independent travelers (FITs), limits

Manila: President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. on Sunday hailed Alex Eala for becoming the first Filipino to capture a Women’s Tennis Association (WTA) singles title, vowing continued government support for Filipino athletes. ‘History has been written by Alex Eala as she becomes the first Filipino to win a WTA singles title! Congratulations Alex Eala! Ang iyong tagumpay ay tagumpay ng buong bansa (Your victory is the nation’s victory as well),’ Marcos said in a social media post. According to Philippines News Agency, the President stated the government will ‘do everything’ to enable more Filipino athletes to follow Eala’s footsteps and

Taguig city: Defense Secretary Gilberto Teodoro Jr. honored Filipino veterans who fought in the Korean War and vowed to continue strengthening national defense to honor their sacrifices. He emphasized the importance of vigilance against global security challenges, warning that ‘non-democratic forces’ continue to threaten peace and freedom. According to Philippines News Agency, Teodoro made these remarks during the Korean War Veterans of the Philippines Memorial Day at Libingan ng mga Bayani in Taguig City. He addressed the veterans and military personnel, stating, “I cannot sugarcoat my words in front of our veterans and in front of men and women in

Manila: In line with President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr.’s directive to ensure efficiency in government operations, the Land Transportation Office (LTO) has collected over PHP22.5 billion in revenues from January to August. LTO chief Assistant Secretary Vigor Mendoza II said the revenue collection is due to the aggressive implementation of policy reforms, especially on motor vehicle registration and the strict implementation of road safety regulations. According to Philippines News Agency, Mendoza highlighted that with the rate of their monthly revenue collection, they are on the right track to achieve their PHP34 billion collection target for this year. Last year, Mendoza

Zamboanga del sur: The Army’s 53rd Infantry Battalion (53IB) has launched a welfare program for the Civilian Armed Forces Geographical Unit (CAFGU) in Zamboanga del Sur to ensure the members’ welfare as they serve in the frontlines of national defense, a military official said Sunday. According to Philippines News Agency, the program, named the ‘Better Life Program for CAA,’ was launched Saturday in Bayog, Zamboanga del Sur, as the program’s pilot area, 53IB commander Lt. Col. Rolando Vargas Jr. said. CAA stands for CAFGU Active Auxiliary, the territorial security force deployed in remote areas alongside military units. ‘The program is