Lawmaker Calls for Stronger Defense of PH Maritime Rights, Fisherfolk
A party-list lawmaker urged the government to strengthen the defense of the Philippines’ sovereign rights in the West Philippine Sea and protect…
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Senators Reject Chinese Scholars’ Claim that Batanes is Part of China
Senators Erwin Tulfo and Risa Hontiveros on Sunday rejected claims by Chinese scholars that Batanes is a “natural geographical extension” of Taiwan…
Stronger Early Warning, Relief Systems Sought
Senator Joel Villanueva called on government agencies to strengthen disaster preparedness and ensure that assistance reaches affected communities promptly as the typhoon…
Filipinos Told to Protect West Philippine Sea for Future Generations
Defense Secretary Gilberto Teodoro Jr. urged Filipinos to “embrace” the West Philippine Sea and remain united in protecting the country’s maritime rights…
DOTr Advances $30-Billion Rail Expansion After Decades of Slow Growth
The government approved 12 major railway projects worth more than $30 billion from 2012 to 2020, marking a significant turnaround after decades…