Category: General

Seoul: Filipinos in South Korea are urged to remain calm and follow instructions issued by local authorities amid a political crisis after a short-lived martial law. South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol declared martial law on Tuesday night but lifted it early Wednesday after the parliament voted against it. According to Philippines News Agency, in an advisory issued Wednesday morning, the Philippine Embassy in South Korea said it continues to monitor developments and will issue appropriate advisories. The Embassy advises Filipinos in Korea to remain calm amid the important developments in the country and to follow the instructions that local

Manila: Political groups interested in becoming dominant majority or minority parties, as well as major national or local parties, for next year’s midterm elections have until early 2025 to apply before the Commission on Elections (Comelec). According to Philippines News Agency, based on Resolution No. 11084 made public Wednesday, the poll body set the deadline for application on Jan. 10, 2025. “A political party duly registered with the Commission may file a verified petition for accreditation for the determination of the Dominant Majority Party, the Dominant Minority Party, the 10 Major National Parties, and the 2 Major Local Parties,” the

Manila: President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. on Wednesday commended the Anti-Terrorism Council (ATC) for its significant achievements in enhancing national security by dismantling threats and limiting resources of terror groups this year. During the 33rd ATC meeting and yearend celebration in Malacañang, Manila, Marcos reassured the council of his administration’s unwavering support for its mission. According to Philippines News Agency, President Marcos highlighted the government’s efforts in disrupting terrorist organizations and emphasized the importance of prioritizing public safety. He stated the administration’s commitment to investing in initiatives that combine decisive action with inclusive approaches, aiming to secure a future where

Manila: The Department of Energy (DOE) and the Department of Finance (DOF) on Wednesday signed a joint memorandum circular (JMC) that will exempt eligible electric cooperatives (ECs) from local taxes, fees, and charges. According to Philippines News Agency, the new JMC will grant ECs registered with the National Electrification Administration (NEA) or the Cooperative Development Authority local tax exemption upon compliance with financial and operational requirements. DOE Secretary Raphael Lotilla described the tax exemption as a significant milestone for qualified ECs, as it reduces financial burdens, allowing reinvestment into service improvements and achieving total electrification. To qualify for the tax

Manila: Senator Cynthia Villar underscored on Wednesday the potential of moringa, locally known as “malunggay,” in boosting the agricultural sector and enhancing the global standing of the Philippines in the health and wellness industry. Villar, who chairs the Senate Committee on Agriculture, Food and Agrarian Reform, made the statement during the public hearing on the proposed Senate Bill Nos. 1255 and 2713, or the Moringa Bill, filed by her and Senator Imee Marcos. According to Philippines News Agency, Villar stated that the bill seeks to provide a comprehensive framework to advance the planning, development, and promotion of moringa, often referred