CEBU CITY (PNA) — The United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO) has recognized Cebu City as among five leading “eco-cities” in Southeast Asia. The four other eco-cities are in Vietnam, Thailand, China and Malaysia. UNIDO is the specialized agency of the United Nations that promotes industrial development for poverty reduction, inclusive globalization and environmental sustainability. UNIDO eco-city expert Jan Dictus said Cebu’s vision and ambition of becoming environmentally-friendly was a major factor why the organization […]
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AMLC files 2nd batch of forfeiture case vs. respondents in PDAF scam
By Perfecto T. Raymundo Jr. MANILA (PNA) — The Anti-Money Laundering Council (AMLC) has filed before the Manila Regional Trial Court (RTC) the second batch of forfeiture case against the respondents in the priority development assistance fund (PDAF) scam. This was through a petition for civil forfeiture of assets filed by the AMLC before the Manila RTC last June 5. In this connection, Manila RTC Executive Judge Marino dela Cruz has issued a provisional asset […]
Philippines will stick to diplomatic, legal options in resolving territorial row with China, says Palace
MANILA, Philippines — The Philippines will focus on diplomatic, legal and political tracks in pursuing its claim in the West Philippine Sea, even without China’s cooperation in the arbitration case filed by the Philippine government, the Palace said on Tuesday. “We prefer to focus on diplomatic, political, and legal options that lead the way towards the peaceful settlement of disputes,” Presidential Communications Operations Office Secretary Herminio Coloma, Jr said in a press briefing in Malacanang. […]
Manila seeks faster ruling on Maritime dispute with China
The Philippines aims to seek a faster ruling on the arbitration case it filed against China concerning the territorial dispute in the West Philippine Sea.
Japan eases visa requirements
The Japanese government is set to implement a substantial relaxation of visa requirements for Indonesia, Vietnam and the Philippines – an initiative that is a part of their visa-free policy that aims to promote Japan as a tourism-friendly country.
Emergency meeting re rising prices
Because of the sudden hike in the prices of garlic, ginger and rice, the National Price Coordinating Council will conduct an emergency meeting which will be attended by representatives of the sugar and flour industry, NFA, supermarkets and meat processors.
Bayan Muna rep slams Communications secretary
Bayan Muna representative Neri Colmenares called Communications Secretary Sonny Coloma “manhid”, when the latter asked the public to bear with the high price of garlic, ginger and other basic products.
NBI ready to arrest accused in pork barrel scam case
The National Bureau of Investigation is ready to arrest those who were accused in the pork barrel case after the issuance of the hold-departure orders against said accused.
LTFRB suspends fines on out of line vehicles
Land Transportation Franchising and Regulatory Board will temporarily suspend the implementation of higher fines on out-of-line vehicles – those that have franchise but travel in unauthorized routes, to prevent a possible shortage of public utility buses.
Rains bought by southwest monsoon
The southwest monsoon has returned, bringing rains to most of the country.
Palace confirms Aquino’s visit to Japan
Communications secretary Sonny Coloma confirmed President Aquino’s trip to Japan on June 24, where he will give a speech in Hiroshima and meet Japanese prime minister Shinzo Abe.
BIR did not reach target for May
Despite its crackdown on tax evaders, the Bureau of Internal Revenue failed to reach its target collection for the month of May.
