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President Duterte pays last respects to PCSO Board Member Atty. Loreto Ata
President Rodrigo Duterte paid his last respects to Philippine Charity Sweepstakes Office (PCSO) Board Member Atty. Loreto Ata on Monday, July 10.
Government to start early stage of rehab for Marawi
The government is ready to start the early stage of rehabilitation of Marawi City primarily focusing on restoration of basic services such as electricity, water, sanitation, health and education, a military spokesman said on Monday, July 10.
From Presidential Spokesperson Ernie Abella – On Memorandum Circular 20
The Palace, through the Office of the Executive Secretary, has directed government agencies to support the country’s hosting of the 19th Asian Senior Women’s Volleyball Championship.
From Presidential Spokesperson Ernie Abella – On Speaker Alvarez’ remarks to extend martial law in Mindanao until 2022
Speaker Alvarez has clarified that his remarks to extend martial law until 2022 is his personal opinion.
From Presidential Spokesperson Ernie Abella – On the re-appointment of Jose Manuel Romualdez
The Palace announces the re-appointment of Mr. Jose Manuel Romualdez as Special Envoy of the President to the United States.
AFP assures transparency of Marawi donations
The Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) on Friday, July 7, assured the public that there will be transparency and accountability on the local and foreign donations for those affected by the conflict in Marawi City.
From Presidential Spokesperson Ernie Abella – On the 6.5 earthquake
The Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (Phivolcs) reported a magnitude 6.5 earthquake, which occurred 13 kilometers southwest of Jaro, Leyte, today, 4:03PM.
DOF assures PH fiscally secure
The Department of Finance (DOF) on Thursday, July 6, assured that the country is fiscally secured and is on track to meet its targets.
President Duterte cites sacrifices, heroism of military, cops in Marawi City
Malungon, Sarangani — President Rodrigo Duterte on Wednesday, July 5, commended the military and the police for their sacrifices and hard work in putting an end to the month-long siege in Marawi City.
Presidential Museum launched on Google Arts & Culture
The Presidential Museum and Library, through the Presidential Communications Operations Office (PCOO), collaborated with Google to unveil on Wednesday, July 5, an online exhibition on Google Arts & Culture.
Military vows intensified manhunt against Maute rebels
The Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) on Wednesday, July 5, assured that its members are striving to hunt down individuals involved in the ongoing rebellion in Marawi City.
Duterte creates EICC, SERG
President Rodrigo Roa Duterte signed two Executive Orders creating the Energy Investment Coordinating Council (EICC) and the Strategy, Economics, and Results Group (SERG) in the Department of Finance (DOF).
DOLE assures support for labor force, OFWs under Duterte admin
The Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) on Tuesday, July 4 reaffirmed the commitment of President Rodrigo Duterte to provide support and services to the Filipino labor force, especially for migrant workers.
From Presidential Spokesperson Ernie Abella – On the SC martial law ruling
The High Court has spoken: Proclamation 216 is constitutional.
Duterte avows comfortable life for all
President Rodrigo Roa Duterte became a “Big Winner” in 2016 after his landslide victory with more than 16.6 million votes. No other previous President has dominated the national discourse in the way the Chief Executive has. His every public appearance has received extensive media coverage, with everyone’s eyes focused on his every move, and with the public having an opinion on his every statement.
President Duterte expects the Marawi conflict to end soon
President Rodrigo Duterte said on Thursday, June 29, that he expects the conflict in Marawi City to end soon as government security forces continue to gain ground against the Maute terrorist group.
Duterte shifts focus to disaster resilience, scraps Quedancor
Malacanan ordered the shift to disaster resilience and the abolition of Quedancor in two Palace orders released Thursday.
All systems go for govt’s “Golden Age of Infrastructure”
The Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) on Thursday, June 29, declared that all systems are in place to usher in the Duterte administration’s envisioned “Golden Age of Infrastructure.”
Andanar cites PH-China cooperation to boost media development
MANILA, June 29 — Presidential Communications Operation Office (PCOO) Secretary Martin M. Andanar on Thursday commended the Philippine-China cooperation to boost the country’s communications skills.
Duterte graces PCCAI anniversary, thanks Chinese for assistance
President Rodrigo Roa Duterte on Wednesday, June 28 expressed appreciation to the assistance of the Chinese to the country as he graced the 140th Founding Anniversary of the Philippine Chinese Charitable Association Inc. (PCCAI).
Valiant uniformed personnel honored
President Rodrigo Roa Duterte on June 28, Wednesday recognized the gallantry of uniformed personnel wounded during an encounter against the Maute terror group in Marawi City.
President Duterte thanks China for donating firearms, ammunition
ANGELES CITY, Pampanga — President Rodrigo Roa Duterte on Wednesday, June 28, led the handover of the military aid package from the People’s Republic of China intended for the counterterrorism efforts in Marawi City.
AFP eyes to end Marawi clash soon
The Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) on Wednesday, June 28, said it is striving to end the clashes in Marawi City as soon as possible.
China donates P15 million for Marawi rehabilitation
Staying true to its bilateral relations with the Philippines, the government of the People’s Republic of China donated P15 million for the relief operations and rehabilitation of the besieged City of Marawi.
Duterte admin’s first year investment milestones
The strong commitment of President Rodrigo Roa Duterte to promote inclusive economic growth in the country is slowly yielding positive results, a Cabinet official said on Tuesday, June 27.
Palace welcomes developments on Marawi operations
Malacañang on Saturday, June 24, welcomed the recent developments on the government’s ongoing operations against the Maute group. Presidential spokesperson Ernesto Abella said among the developments in the ongoing operations include the recovery of P10-million worth of shabu found inside the house of former Marawi City Mayor Omar Solitario Ali.
PH beefs up cooperation with Indonesia, Malaysia vs. terror, extremism
DAVAO CITY — Malacañang announced on Friday, June 23, that the Philippines, Malaysia, and Indonesia have agreed to beef up their trilateral cooperation against extremism and in preventing terrorists from establishing operational hubs in Southeast Asia.
Philippines, Indonesia, agree to step up cooperation to combat terrorism
Malacañang on Thursday, June 22, said President Rodrigo Duterte and Indonesian President Joko Widodo agreed to step up the Philippines and Indonesia’s cooperation against terrorism and violent extremism.
President Duterte’s fruitful ‘tour of duty’ in his first year
President Rodrigo Roa Duterte made 21 foreign trips to 18 countries during his first year in office. The President’s foreign trips form part of his obligation as Head of State to maintain and strengthen the country’s diplomatic and economic ties with other nations.