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President Rodrigo Roa Duterte at the MOA Signing Between GSIS and DepEd
President Rodrigo Roa Duterte witnesses the Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) signing between Education Secretary Leonor Briones and Government Service Insurance System (GSIS) President and General Manager Jesus Aranas at the Malacañan Palace on April 16, 2018. The MOA is on the implementation of the GSIS Financial Assistance Loan (GFAL) Program for DepEd personnel which seeks to refinance the outstanding loans and improve the financial capability of DepEd personnel. Under the MOA, Deped shall prioritize the payment of GSIS loans over and above the payment of loans taken by Deped personnel from lending institutions as well as the deduction from its payroll. The GSIS, meanwhile, shall within 30 days upon execution of the agreement, complete the policy documentation. RICHARD MADELO/PRESIDENTIAL PHOTO

President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. expressed his excitement over the upcoming implementation of facial recognition technology at Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA), a move aimed at significantly improving the travel experience, especially for Overseas Filipino Workers (OFWs).

President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. met with labor leaders over breakfast in Malacañang on Tuesday to reaffirm the government’s strong commitment to upholding workers’ rights and promoting their welfare.

During a courtesy call in Malacañang on Monday, President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. conveyed his sincere appreciation to High Representative and Vice President of the European Commission Kaja Kallas for the European Union’s continued and steadfast support for the Philippines.v

In an effort to improve irrigation systems and increase farm productivity, President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. led the turnover of more than 200 units of machinery for irrigation operations and maintenance nationwide on Monday.

President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. on Monday directed newly appointed Philippine National Police Chief, P/Gen. Nicolas Torre III, to enhance the PNP’s service by cleansing its ranks, intensifying the anti-drug campaign, and strengthening police presence in communities to help prevent crime.

Giving importance to spending quality time with loved ones, President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. on Sunday spearheaded the launching of Pamilya Pass 1+3 Promo in the Metro Rail Transit (MRT)-3 and Light Rail Transit (LRT)-1 and LRT-2, where one ticket is good for four passengers.

Following a comprehensive performance assessment, President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. is set to welcome two new Cabinet members, underscoring his administration’s commitment to responsive and effective governance.

President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. on Wednesday said he wants the National Food Authority (NFA) to return to its original mandate of stabilizing rice prices by buying palay during harvest, maintaining buffer stocks, and selling rice during lean months to reduce imports.

President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. visited the Metro Pacific Fresh Farms (MPFF) on Wednesday, the Philippines’ largest greenhouse facility in San Rafael, Bulacan, which aims to share modern farming practices with Filipino farmers to boost food sustainability.