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Insurance industry veteran Rico Bautista was recently reelected as President of Philippine Life Insurance Association Inc. (PLIA).  Currently the President and CEO of Etiqa Philippines, Bautista will continue for a second term in PLIA, the country’s umbrella organization of all life insurance companies, collectively promoting the growth of the life insurance industry and its contribution to socio-economic development. “Being entrusted …

Consistent with the directive of President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. to safeguard the welfare of Filipino farmers and fishers and make locally grown agricultural produce more competitive, the Department of Agriculture (DA) continues with the campaign against agricultural smuggling. In January alone, a total of P202.5 million (M) worth of agri-fishery products contained in 24 container vans consigned to Asterzenmed …

The Department of Agriculture (DA), under the administration of President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr., reaffirmed its commitment to stop the spread of the Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI) virus in the country by reinforcing disease control measures. For 2023, the DA-Bureau of Animal Industry (DA-BAI) has allotted a P177.78 million in funds for the government’s Avian Influenza Protection Program that …

The Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (PAGCOR) Photography Contest 2023 officially starts on February 15, 2023. Registration is now open. This year’s theme, “Sa’n Tayo Next?”, aims to showcase the unadulterated, yet equally beautiful places in the Philippines with tourism potential. Photo entries must depict underrated or not-so famous spots in the country with the potential to become major tourist …

The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) MIMAROPA Region’s provincial Valentine’s Day fairs made a return on February 14, 2023, assisting cacao farmers and student entrepreneurs in Romblon and Marinduque.  In partnership with the local government unit of Odiongan in Romblon, DTI organized a multimodal mini-bazaar promoting the cacao industry in the province. Local chocolate and other baked dessert entrepreneurs …

Oil firms will reduce prices of diesel and kerosene on Tuesday. In separate advisories, Caltex, Cleanfuel, Jetti, Petro Gazz, Seaoil and Shell said they will slash diesel prices by PHP2.20 per liter. Caltex, Seaoil and Shell will also cut kerosene prices by PHP2.50 per liter. On the other hand, there will be no movement in prices of gasoline this week. …

As part of the agenda of President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. to make food accessible and affordable to all Filipinos, the Department of Agriculture (DA) plans to install accredited KADIWA retail stores in select Metro Manila dry and wet markets within the first quarter of 2023. The said plan, bared by DA Assistant Secretary for Consumer Affairs and Spokesperson Kristine …

What was just a bold and creative digital design to create its own database has come to a solid realization and looks like there’s no stopping the National Commission of Senior Citizens (NCSC) from completing it.         From a measly 31,241 registrants in its seniors’ online data collection on Dec . 11, 2022 – NCSC set a new …

Preference for premium rums and customization is a growing trend, with consumers favoring personalizing their drinking experience. Tanduay Senior Brand Manager and International Business Development Manager Marc Ngo said that the shift is led by the Generation Z market, who want more quality spirits, value individuality, and consider their choices as part of their self-expression. “They are willing to explore …

On 10 February 2023, a Signing Ceremony of Business Agreements was held as part of the 5-day Official Visit of President Ferdinand Marcos, Jr. to Japan. The ceremony was witnessed by President Marcos. Jr. which covered the signing of 35 business agreements, including a Memorandum of Cooperation (MOC) between the Philippines and Japan, awarding of Certificate of Gratitude to the …