September, 2024

• 2 September

  MRT 7 up and running in late 2025

  

  Traffic in Quezon City area is expected to get better.  That’s because MRT 7 is set to have partial operation of its twelve stations in the fourth quarter of 2025.  The Tala station in Caloocan Station, on the other hand, will be operational by the year 2026.  Transportation Undersecretary Jeremey Regino made the assurances during the hearing of the Department …

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• 2 September

  Phl dev’t plan implementation right on track, says NEDA

  

  The administration of President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. is on the right track in implementing the Philippine Development Plan (PDP) 2023-2028, Secretary Arsenio Balisacan of the National Economic and Development Authority (NEDA) said.  “The report that we have provided to the President, the Philippine Development Report last year pointed out, that in so far as the implementation of the Philippine …

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• 2 September

  BBM inks Loss and Damage Fund bill into law

  

  President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. signed into law Wednesday Republic Act No. 12019, known as the “Loss and Damage Fund Board Act.”  The new law grants juridical personality and legal capacity to the Loss and Damage Fund Board, which will respond to loss and damage due to climate change.  With the passage of R.A. No. 12019, the Board, as the …

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• 2 September

  Private sector lauds government’s enhanced water distribution system

  

  The private sector has lauded the government’s efforts in improving the water distribution system in Metro Manila, noting that it has successfully enhanced and sustained the region’s water distribution system.  The improved pipelines and water systems have enabled the government to reduce system losses and mitigate flooding in prone areas.  This was highlighted by the Private Sector Advisory Council on …

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• 2 September

  Civil service modernization pushed to boost HR management in public sector

  

  President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. has approved the civil service modernization program that will finally help improve efficiency in the bureaucracy and streamline the country’s civil service, the National Economic and Development Authority (NEDA) announced on Thursday.  NEDA Secretary Arsenio Balisacan said the Philippine Civil Service Modernization Project (PCSMP) will help upgrade the country’s civil service, particularly in streamlining processes and …

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• 2 September

  Marcos assures Phl’s continued adherence to international laws

  

  The country will continue to adhere to international law, President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. asserted on Thursday.  The Chief Executive made the remark as he cited the importance of the Permanent Court of Arbitration (PCA), which he said is a vital part of Philippine foreign policy considering all the present challenges it faces.  “The Permanent Court of Arbitration is an important …

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• 2 September

  NAIA transition in full swing

  

  The turnover to private concessionaire New NAIA Infrastructure Corp. (NNIC) of the Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA) is going smoothly, according to Transportation Undersecretary for Aviation and Airports Roberto Lim.  Usec. Lim said the Department of Transportation (DOTr) and Manila International Airport Authority (MIAA) are conducting monthly joint steering committee talks with the NNIC to ensure smooth transition as the …

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• 2 September

  Balancing convenience with caution

  

  The rapid adoption of e-wallets in the Philippines marks a significant shift in how Filipinos manage their finances.  As digital payment platforms like GCash, Maya, and others become integral to everyday transactions, more Filipinos are experiencing the convenience and efficiency that e-wallets offer.  From paying bills and purchasing goods to transferring funds and receiving remittances, e-wallets provide a level of …

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• 2 September

  Grow bamboos for carbon credits, reduce building costs

  

  By Rose de la Cruz  GROW bamboo and reduce the cost of constructing a house or any infrastructure project,  The Asian Development Bank is now encouraging developing countries, including the Philippines to help farmers by pushing them to grow more bamboos for ecological and economic considerations.  Growing bamboo in developing countries could help farmers access the financial market and bring …

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• 2 September

  DoST spearheads Agri-Aqua Innovation Pitch Fest

  

  DEPARTMENT of Science and Technology Secretary Renato U. Solidum Jr. asked investors to direct their efforts and support to the wide array of sciences available that match their business needs in their fields.  DoST, through its Philippine Council for Agriculture, Aquatic and Natural Resources Research and Development, and the Pampanga State Agricultural University and the Association of PAQE Professionals are now …

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