Day: September 9, 2025

Manila: The Department of Agriculture (DA) on Tuesday urged lawmakers to allow the restoration of the National Food Authority’s (NFA) power to procure corn from local farmers. Agriculture Secretary Francisco Tiu Laurel Jr., in a statement, underscored the need for such a move given its significance in both the poultry and livestock sectors. ‘These sectors are central to the vision of President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. of a food-secure Philippines,’ he said. According to Philippines News Agency, data from the National Corn Program show yellow corn accounts for around 62 percent of poultry feeds, and the same variant accounts for

Manila: President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. on Tuesday admitted that Gen. Nicolas Torre III was removed as Philippine National Police (PNP) chief for refusing to comply with the National Police Commission (Napolcom) order to reverse the reassignment of senior officials. ‘He did not agree with the directives that were coming out of Napolcom,’ Marcos said, when asked about the reason for Torre’s dismissal from the top PNP post. According to Philippines News Agency, Marcos said he spoke with Torre several times about the Napolcom order, but the latter did not comply. He emphasized a ‘very clear’ chain of command, noting

Phnom penh: President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. emphasized the importance of continued cooperation between the Philippines and Cambodia, acknowledging the strengthening of bilateral relations between the two nations. According to Philippines News Agency, Marcos highlighted during a media interview before departing from Phnom Penh that his three-day state visit to Cambodia has unveiled ‘many new avenues of cooperation’ with the Cambodian government and business community. He noted, however, that there is still significant work to be done, as total trade between the Philippines and Cambodia stands at USD100 million, a figure considerably lower than Cambodia’s USD10 billion trade with Vietnam.

Manila: The Department of Budget and Management (DBM) has authorized the release of PHP19.055 billion to the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) aimed at enhancing school infrastructure across the country. This significant financial allocation is set to support various educational projects, including the construction and renovation of school facilities. According to Philippines News Agency, DBM Secretary Amenah Pangandaman sanctioned the release, which encompasses PHP15.52 billion under the Basic Education Facilities Fund (BEFF), PHP2.61 billion dedicated to the Last Mile Schools Program, and PHP925 million for the conservation and restoration of Gabaldon and other heritage school buildings. The fund

Phnom penh: President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. on Tuesday dismissed the claims of controversial contractor couple Curlee and Sarah Discaya on alleged anomalies in flood control projects as mere allegations, not revelations. ‘Yeah, can I correct that? These are not revelations; they are allegations. Those are very different. Allegations and revelations are extremely different,’ Marcos told reporters in Cambodia. According to Philippines News Agency, the President emphasized that the claims would still be examined by an independent commission that the Palace is set to constitute this week. ‘Kailangan masalimuot at detalyado ang ating magiging imbestigasyon (Our investigation must be thorough