Marcos appoints former RTC judge as new PCSO chair
MANILA, Philippines — President Marcos has named retired Marikina Regional Trial Court (RTC) judge Felix Reyes as chairman of the Philippine Charity Sweepstakes Office (PCSO).
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Philippines, Brunei forge pact on maritime cooperation
BANDAR SERI BEGAWAN – In his first trip to Brunei as head of state, President Marcos yesterday witnessed – along with his host Sultan Hassanal Bolkiah – the signing of a maritime cooperation agreement covering information and research sharing, pollution control and skills training, among others.
Marcos signs ‘Eddie Garcia’ Law
MANILA, Philippines — Named after a veteran actor, the “Eddie Garcia Law” has been signed by President Marcos to protect and ensure the welfare of workers in the movie and television industry.
President Marcos to Congress: Pass amendments to RTL
MANILA, Philippines — President Marcos renewed his call to Congress yesterday to pass an amendment to the Rice Tariffication Law (RTL) that seeks to restore the price stabilization and supply regulation functions of the National Food Authority (NFA).
President Marcos set to visit Brunei, Singapore
MANILA, Philippines — President Marcos is expected to advance the country’s position in the West Philippine Sea (WPS) when he addresses top military officials and experts from different parts of the world in Singapore next week, the Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) said yesterday.
President Marcos reminds troops to block any power grab
MANILA, Philippines — In another talk with troops on Thursday, President Marcos reminded them of their mission to thwart any attempt to topple the government “for whatever reason.”
Private sector access to treatment sought amid rising youth HIV cases
MANILA, Philippines — Alarmed by the rising cases of human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) among the country’s younger individuals, Health Secretary Ted Herbosa is pushing to make antiretroviral drugs (ARV) available in the private sector.
Zubiri replaces Mark Villar as Senate economic affairs chair
MANILA, Philippines — Sen. Juan Miguel Zubiri, who stepped down as Senate president, has been elected chair of the Senate committee on economic affairs, replacing Sen. Mark Villar.