Duterte vows no civil war under his watch
President Rodrigo Roa Duterte on Tuesday, June 20, said his administration will not allow a civil war to break out amongst Filipinos suffering the brunt of war.
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Palace lauds country’s improvement in Global Innovation Index
The Palace welcomed on Tuesday, June 20, the improvement of the Philippines’ ranking in the 2017 Global Innovation Index report, as it climbed a notch higher to 73rd place.
Government forces seize shabu, firearms in Marawi City, gear towards city’s rehab
Government forces recovered illegal drugs as well as cache of high-powered firearms over the weekend in Marawi City, a Palace official said on Monday, June 19.
Palace: Gov’t priority in Mindanao is public safety
Malacañang assured that the government’s priority is the safety of the public amid the conflict in Marawi.
Gov’t calls on public to be partners for security in PH
The government on Friday, June 16, called on the public to be part of the security posture in preventing terrorist groups from wreaking more havoc in other areas in Mindanao and throughout the country.
From Presidential Spokesperson Ernie Abella – On Father’s Day
Let us take time on Sunday and greet all fathers a Happy Father’s Day.
Gov’t assures swift action to aid IDPs from Marawi
The government on Thursday, June 15, assured its swift response in addressing the needs of Filipinos displaced from their homes following the terrorist attacks by the Maute group in Marawi City.
Palace calls on nation to unite vs terrorism
Malacañang on Wednesday, June 14, called on all Filipinos to unite as a nation amid the ongoing hostilities in Marawi led by the Maute group, which have left scores dead, including government troops and innocent civilians.
DICT asks President Duterte to issue EO for centralized government portal
The Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT) has asked President Rodrigo Duterte to issue an executive order urging all departments of government to transfer all their data, systems and processes to the DICT to improve public service and enhance cyber security.
President Duterte asks Filipinos to be responsible as country marks 119th Independence Day
President Rodrigo Duterte joined the nation on Monday, June 12, in celebrating the country’s 119th anniversary of its independence calling on Filipinos to become responsible citizens.
Message of President Rodrigo Roa Duterte in Celebrating the 119th Anniversary of the Proclamation of Philippine Independence
From Presidential Spokesperson Ernie Abella – On martial law’s impact on tourism
We understand the concern of foreign tourists. Safety is on top of their minds.
From Presidential Spokesperson Ernie Abella – On PRRD statement that he did not ask for US assistance
The President has already made clear in his media interview in Cagayan de Oro that as the Commander-in-Chief he allowed the Department of National Defense and the Armed Forces of the Philippines to decide on matters pertaining to martial law.
From Presidential Spokesperson Ernie Abella – On the high noon salute to the heroes and innocent victims lost in Marawi
Today as the nation observes Independence Day we will pay homage to the fallen soldiers of Marawi.
Mensahe ng Pangulong Rodrigo Roa Duterte sa Pagdiriwang ng Ika-119 Anibersaryo ng Araw Ng Kalayaan ng Pilipinas
President Duterte on Marawi Siege: We will not lose this war
CAGAYAN DE ORO CITY—President Rodrigo Duterte on Sunday, June 11, expressed confidence that the Philippine Government will emerge victorious in the ongoing siege in Marawi City.
Government to implement P10-billion “Bangon Marawi” rehab plan
A P10 billion multi-agency rehabilitation program to be implemented over six months is being prepared by the government for Marawi City.
President Duterte commends bravery of Armed Forces in Marawi siege
President Rodrigo Duterte on Friday, June 9, commended the brave soldiers for their efforts to go after the extremists and uphold the rule of law.
Drug rehab efforts strengthened in campaign against illegal drugs
The Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency (PDEA), in partnership with the Presidential Communications Operations Office (PCOO), highlighted the government efforts to rehabilitate drug surrenderers in a press briefing dubbed as “#RealNumbers” held in Quezon City Friday, June 9.
Free Wi-Fi in EDSA to be launched on June 12
The Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT), together with the National Telecommunications Commmission (NTC), will formally launch on Independence Day, June 12, free Wi-Fi and high-speed Internet services, dubbed as “Alay Para sa Malayang Pilipino,” in the whole stretch of EDSA.
People’s Television airs Countering Violent Extremism’ Forum
Flagship government television network People’s Television (PTV) aired a TV special on Friday evening (June 9), dubbed “Countering Violent Extremism,” that discussed the root cause of violent extremism and suggestions on how the public should address it.
AFP sees liberation of Marawi on celebration of 119th Independence Day
The Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) is hopeful that Marawi City will finally be liberated on Monday, June 12, which is also the 119th Independence Day of the Republic.
Philippines leads manufacturing sector in ASEAN
Malacañang on Thursday, June 8, welcomed the report saying that the Philippine manufacturing sector now tops ASEAN countries.
President Duterte reminds troops not to waver in commitment vs terror
TACURONG CITY, SULTAN KUDARAT — President Rodrigo Duterte on Wednesday, June 7, called on the men and women of the Armed Forces to never waver in their commitment to protect the Republic from all threats such as terrorism.
AFP asks netizens to help fight propaganda sowing religious hatred
The military on Wednesday, June 7, appealed to the users of social media to refrain from sharing videos that could fan religious hatred as government forces continue to battle extremists in Marawi City.
From Presidential Spokesperson Ernie Abella – On the arrest of the Maute patriarch at the Davao checkpoint
The arrest of Cayamora Maute, the father of the Maute brothers Omar and Abdullah, at a military checkpoint is a welcome development to break the cycle of lawlessness in some areas in Mindanao.
DepEd urges Marawi evacuees to enroll the youth to school
The Department of Education (DepEd) on Tuesday, June 6, urged evacuees from Marawi to enroll their children to the nearest schools in order for them to continue their studies.
More civilians rescued during humanitarian pause in Marawi- Palace
Close to 200 civilians were rescued on Sunday with the four-hour humanitarian pause in Marawi City, the Palace said Monday, June 5.
From Presidential Spokesperson Ernie Abella – On Resorts World Manila and Martial Law
All indications in the Resorts World Manila point to a criminal act by an apparently emotionally disturbed individual.
Palace reminds public vs speculation on Resorts World incident
Malacañang on Saturday, June 3, urged the public to be mindful against speculations about the incident in Resorts World Manila.
