Category: PROVINCIAL
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FFCCCII: Revised Economic Targets Must Spur Urgent Reforms
Manila, Philippines – The Federation of Filipino-Chinese Chambers of Commerce and Industry, Inc. (FFCCCII) called today for urgent national reforms following the government’s recent revision of economic growth targets for 2026–2028. The government now projects 5–6% growth in 2026, rising to 6–7% by 2028, citing the lingering impact of the DPWH flood-control corruption scandal and…
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The Christian community and the Arnold Janssen Kalinga Foundation
The Christian community and the Arnold Janssen Kalinga Foundation warmly welcomed the children of our beneficiaries into the faith, surrounded by their families, ninongs, ninangs, and cherished guests. We extend our heartfelt gratitude to Ms. Donita Tapay and Manpower Group Philippines for their generous support, which made it possible to offer free baptisms for these…
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Smart Agri Solutions Reaches Carmen, Cotabato Through DOST SOCCSKSARGEN’s Project SARAi
In its continuing efforts to promote smart and climate-resilient agricultural solutions, the Department of Science and Technology (DOST) SOCCSKSARGEN, through Project SARAi (Smarter Approaches to Reinvigorate Agriculture as an Industry in the Philippines), conducted an orientation for LGU Carmen Cotabato. The activity was graced by Honorable Mayor Rogelio Taliño, key LGU officials, and technical staff…
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DOST Continues 2025 NSTW Momentum with MAGHANDA for Kids Program in Region I
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Continuing the momentum of the 2025 National Science, Technology, and Innovation Week (NSTW) held in Laoag City, the Department of Science and Technology–Ilocos Region (DOST–Ilocos), in partnership with the Department of Education Region I, brought the MAGHANDA for Kids program to the 3rd Mangidaulo Rehiyon Uno: Regional Learners’ Convergence in Bolinao, Pangasinan. The program aimed…
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DOST, Cagayan Province Strengthen Partnership for STI Development
The Department of Science and Technology (DOST), under the leadership of Secretary Renato U. Solidum Jr., welcomed Cagayan Provincial Governor Edgar Aglipay for a courtesy visit, reaffirming a shared commitment to harness science, technology, and innovation (STI) as key drivers of inclusive, resilient, and sustainable growth in the province. The meeting also brought together DOST…
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Bustos town ignites cultural pride with the kick-off of the 16th Minasa Festival
CITY OF MALOLOS – The Municipality of Bustos officially commenced the 16th iteration of the Minasa Festival earlier today at the BMA Park in Bustos, Bulacan, transforming the local landmark into a vibrant stage for culture, unity, and economic prosperity with the theme “Minasa ng pagkakaisa, Tagumpay ng bawat isa!” Serving as a powerful tribute…
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PDIC shares nascent AI experience, digital transformation journeyin UP Forum on public communication
Photo: The importance of AI in corporate communication. Philippine Deposit Insurance Corporation (PDIC) Vice President Jose G. Villaret, Jr. shared the early AI practices and digital transformation journey of the state deposit insurer with students, educators, communication professionals, and media practitioners during the MAKI+Fiesta 2.0 festival at the University of the Philippines Diliman on December…
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DOST boosts capacity to turn research and data into bankable projects and national policies
Photo: Representatives from the Department of Science and Technology (DOST) gathered from December 2 to 4, 2025, for the “Collaborate, Translate, Transform” seminar-writeshop to strengthen the department’s capacity to turn research and data into bankable project proposals and evidence-informed policies. Conducted in collaboration with UNDP Philippines, UP-NCPAG, and NRCP, the initiative aims to harness DOST’s…
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BDO named only PH Bank in ASEAN Top 10 most valuable banking brands
In Photo: BDO is PH’s Most Valuable Brand. Alex Haigh, Managing Director of Brand Finance Asia Pacific, presents the certificate of recognition to Lorah L. Sy, BDO Singapore’s Senior Vice President and Chief Executive, as Karis S. Napa, BDO Singapore’s Senior Vice President for Commercial Banking, joins on stage. BDO Unibank (BDO) is the sole Philippine…
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PDIC, OGCC ink partnership to enhance depositor protection, promote public confidence
IN PHOTO: Stronger depositor safeguards through the enforcement of the rule of law. The Philippine Deposit Insurance Corporation (PDIC) has partnered with the Office of the Government Corporate Counsel (OGCC) for special legal services to enhance depositor protection and strengthen public confidence in the Philippine banking system. The PDIC and OGCC signed the Memorandum of…