Philippine economy grew 5.9% in 2019, slowest in 8 years – NEDA
January 23, 2020
The Philippine economy grew 5.9 percent in 2019, its slowest in eight years, owing to delayed approval of the budget and election ban on certain infrastructure projects, the National Economic and Development Authority (NEDA) said on Thursday. For the fourth
AFP says Abu Sayyaf must be dismantled on March 31
January 23, 2020
ZAMBOANGA CITY – The Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) has reset the timeline of its campaign to dismantle the Abu Sayyaf.Lt. Gen. Cirilito Sobejana, Western Mindanao Command (Westmincom) chief, said Thursday the new target date has been reset to
PNP says senators ”know best” whether to reopen Mamasapano probe
January 23, 2020
The Philippine National Police ( PNP) on Thursday said senators “know best” whether to reopen the 2015 Mamasapano operation after Sandiganbayan has acquitted former Philippine National Police (PNP) chief Alan Purisima and ex-PNP Special Action Force chief Getulio Napeñas of
Gamboa relieves 3 Central Visayas police officers for playing golf on weekdays
January 23, 2020
Three police officers from Central Visayas were relieved from their post after they violated a “no golf during weekdays” policy, according to the chief of the Philippine National Police on Thursday. “I have ordered last night the relief of three
Japan gives emergency assistance in response to Taal eruption
January 23, 2020
The Government of Japan decided to provide in-kind emergency assistance of anti-dust respirators and others through the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) in response to the damage caused by the volcanic eruption of Mt. Taal, the Japanese Embassy said in
Israeli defense attache discusses areas of cooperation with Philippine Army chief
January 23, 2020
The defense attaché of Israel to the Philippines met Philippine Army chief Lt. Gen Gilbert Gapay on Wednesday where they discussed plans how to strengthen both sides’ capabilities. “During the courtesy call rendered by Col. Shimon Edri to Army Commanding
PNP arrests suspects in killing of ex-solon, two others
January 23, 2020
The Philippine National Police (PNP) on Thursday said the killing of former Batangas Rep. Edgar Mendoza, his bodyguard and aide is ”considered solved” after they were able to identify the mastermind and arrest five suspects. In a press briefing, Police
Airports, seaports on tight watch vs. threat of coronavirus in the country
January 23, 2020
Transportation hubs in the country have implemented safety measures as Transportation Secretary Arthur Tugade on Thursday urged vigilance in all ports of entry following the threat of a new coronavirus strain in the country. “Please adopt all measures necessary and
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