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THE Land Transportation Franchising and Regulatory Board (LTFRB) said on Thursday that unconsolidated public utility vehicles (PUVs) are allowed to ply their routes until April 30, 2024, as long as they are currently registered with the Land Transportation Office (LTO).
SOME leaders of the House of Representatives scoffed at the claim of former president Rodrigo Duterte that the people's initiative would be used to introduce the parliamentary system to the country, saying the move has no constitutional basis.
MANILA, Philippines — Vice President Sara Duterte has denied any involvement in the drug war killings that took place under her term as Davao City mayor, challenging the self-confessed hitman who recently revived the claim to file a murder case against her.
Agriculture Secretary Francisco P. Tiu Laurel Jr. signed a memorandum of understanding with Minister Nguyen Hong Dien of the Ministry of Industry and Trade of Viet Nam to enhance cooperation on rice trade. The MOU creates a framework for the promotion of sustainable rice trade cooperation that meets the common interests of the Philippines and Viet Nam. Under the MOU, Viet Nam commits to supply the Philippines with 1.5 – 2 million metric tons of white rice annually.
The Philippine government has reaffirmed its commitment to bolstering the agricultural sector, aiming to ensure a robust food supply for the nation’s population, now exceeding 117 million. This pledge was emphasized by President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. at the inaugural rally of Bagong Pilipinas, held at the Quirino Grandstand, Manila, on January 28, 2024.
Senate President Juan Miguel "Migz" Zubiri on Wednesday reiterated his push for the creation of a special economic zone in Bulacan province to entice more foreign investors and complement the soon-to-be-finished aerotropolis outside of Metro Manila.
MANILA, Philippines — After accusing President Marcos of being behind the people’s initiative signature campaign to change the Constitution, former president Rodrigo Duterte has put forward the idea of Mindanao seceding from the rest of the Philippines.
HANOI — The Philippines and Vietnam will explore untapped areas for cooperation to expand their bilateral trade from $7 billion to $10 billion in the coming years, according to President Marcos.