Opposition told to learn from US midterm results
THE PHILIPPINE opposition should temper right-wing populism that enabled Rodrigo R. Duterte’s rise to power by promising voters enough social protection amid economic challenges, political analysts said on Sunday, as US Democrats retained control of the Senate in this year’s midterm elections.
Damage from Paeng reaches P11.84B; death toll up to 160
THE COMBINED damage to agriculture and infrastructure due to storm Nalgae has reached P11.84 billion, according to the government’s latest monitoring report on Sunday, more than a week since the typhoon locally known as Paeng hit the Philippines on Oct. 28.
Davao City businesses grapple with soaring inflation; Oct. rate at 10.4%
BUSINESSES in Davao City, one of the major commercial hubs in southern Philippines, are worried that local inflation will hold back ongoing recovery from the coronavirus pandemic with the October rate at 10.4%, higher than the country’s 7.7% and Davao Region’s 9.8%.
PHL, Indian universities partner on advancing marine research, development
A PHILIPPINE university has partnered with an Indian counterpart to advance marine research and development in the country, according to a statement released by the Indian Embassy on Sunday.
Brunei renews support to PHL peace efforts
BRUNEI’S leader has renewed his country’s commitment to work closely with the Philippines on peace efforts, according to President Ferdinand R. Marcos, Jr.’s office.
House bill seeks abolishment of PS-DBM
A LAWMAKER has filed a bill to abolish the budget department’s procurement arm, which had been flagged by state auditors and probed by Congress over questionable purchases of medical supplies and overpriced laptops.
Philippine team off to Geneva to defend ‘human rights situation’
A PHILIPPINE team headed by its Justice chief will head to Geneva this month to discuss the country’s human rights situation before the United Nations Human Rights Council.
Senator says presidential office’s intel funds should be reduced by P2.25 billion
A SENATOR on Thursday said he would propose a cut in President Ferdinand R. Marcos’ confidential funds for next year and require reports for better transparency.
Worst of Omicron wave in Philippines is finished
THE PHILIPPINES is now safe from the worst threats of the highly infectious BA.5 and BA.4 Omicron subvariants after posting a significant decrease in coronavirus cases, an infectious diseases expert said on Thursday.
PHL, Vietnam leaders to pursue enhanced ties in agriculture, maritime security
THE LEADERS of the Philippines and Vietnam have agreed to enhance ties in agriculture and defense, particularly maritime security as both nations are claimants in the disputed South China Sea.
Senate public services panel chair supports MRT-3 privatization
THE CHAIR of the Senate Public Services Committee supports the planned privatization of the Metro Rail Transit Line 3 (MRT-3), saying a transfer of management from the government will improve efficiency.
Local level communication key to effective disaster management, says climate data software expert
AN ENHANCED information dissemination system, especially at the local government level, is key to a more effective disaster management program, according to the head of a climate change data and analytics software company.