Statements

On the Quezon City shootout

President Rodrigo Roa Duterte has directed the National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) to conduct a probe on the shootout in Commonwealth Avenue, Quezon City.


On PRRD’s latest directive

President Rodrigo Roa Duterte gave his directive to the Cabinet that the Philippines would not be placed under Modified General Community Quarantine (MGCQ) unless there is a rollout of vaccines.


On Tropical Storm Auring

We are closely monitoring Tropical Storm “AURING” and the communities on its track. The National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council and line government agencies have been providing relief and assistance to those affected.



On Republic Act No. 11523

The Palace confirms that President Rodrigo Roa Duterte signed Republic Act No. 11523, otherwise known as the Financial Institutions Strategic Transfer ( FIST ) Act.


On Bro Eli Soriano’s passing

We extend our condolences to the bereaved family, friends, loved ones and followers of Bro. Eliseo “Eli” Soriano who passed away at the age of 73.


On the Food Security Summit

The Executive branch is calling for a Food Security Summit, with the Department of Agriculture (DA) as lead agency, to continue to boost and develop the agri-fishery sector through the cooperation, coordination and collaboration of the local government units (LGUs) and the private sector’s industry players and stakeholders.


On PACC Chair Dante Jimenez

The Palace expresses its condolences to the family, loved ones and colleagues of Presidential Anti-Corruption Commission (PACC) Dante Jimenez who died of aortic aneurysm last night, January 29, 2021.


On Mayor Benjamin Magalong

We confirm that Baguio City Mayor Benjamin Magalong tendered his resignation as the government’s Tracing Czar.


On travel restrictions

All foreign nationals who are not allowed entry to the Philippines as stated by previous orders, including those holding tourist visas, are still prohibited to enter the country.