Joma Sison praises NPA's deadly attack vs. soldiers in Eastern Samar
Communist Party of the Philippines (CPP) founder Jose Maria Sison on Wednesday lauded the New People’s Army (NPA) for a “successful tactical offensive” against soldiers during a clash in Eastern Samar on Tuesday.
GMA News
AFP commits all resources vs. Reds in Borongan attack
The Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) on Wednesday assured it will commit all of its resources in going after communist rebels behind the anti-personnel mine attack that killed six soldiers and wounded at least 20 others in Borongan City, Eastern Samar on Monday.
Philippine News Agency, Tempo
PNP’s Gamboa orders cops to ‘go offensive’ after Samar encounter
Philippine National Police (PNP) officer-in-charge Police Lieutenant General Archie Francisco Gamboa on Wednesday directed police officials to launch intensified offensive measures against communist rebels.
GMA News
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Kidnap raps mulled vs Negros militant groups
Police are eyeing the filing of charges for kidnapping against several leaders of militant groups in this city for taking into custody several minors released by law enforcers instead of returning them to their parents.
Philippine Star
Baleros explains barring entry of Makabayan Bloc
NEGROS Occidental Police Provincial Office (NOCPPO) director Romeo Baleros said he was only protecting the provincial police headquarters that’s why members of the Makabayan Bloc of the House of Representatives were barred entry.
Sunstar Bacolod
4 more Bacolod activists released on bail
Three activists who were among those arrested in the Oct. 31 simultaneous raids in Bacolod City were granted temporary liberty after posting bail, according to human rights group Karapatan-Negros.
Bulatlat
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Mountain Province declares NPA persona non grata
THE 10 municipalities of Mountain Province have declared the New People's Army (NPA) persona non grata. The towns cited the extortion activities being conducted by the NPA in Sagada, victimizing contractors, business establishments, and even newly-elected and appointed officials.
Sunstar Baguio
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Whole-of-nation approach results in surrender of more Reds in CL
The effective implementation of the government’s whole-of-nation approach in attaining peace has resulted in the series of mass surrender of communist rebels and their supporters in three provinces of Central Luzon.
Philippine News Agency
19 NPA members surrender in SouthCot
At least 19 members of the New People’s Army (NPA) operating in the hinterlands of South Cotabato province have surrendered to police authorities following a series of negotiations.
Mindanews
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Police stations brace for NPA ‘agaw armas’
The New People’s Army (NPA) is planning to stage “agaw armas” attacks on police stations, particularly those in remote areas, according to intelligence information reaching the Police Regional Office 6 (PRO-6).
Panay News
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4ID reminds families to protect homes against NPA intrusions
In the midst of the observance of the safety and accident prevention month, the 4th Infantry “Diamond” Division, Philippine Army reminds the parents and families of Regions 10 and Caraga to protect their homes against CPP-NPA Terrorists (CNTs) continues deception, lies and recruitment.
Kalinaw News
Peace Talks
Incidents/ Operations
Army troops overrun NPA lair in CamSur
Army troopers overran on Tuesday a suspected New People’s Army (NPA) lair following an encounter in an outskirt village of Del Gallego town in Camarines Sur province, an Army official said on Wednesday.
Philippine News Agency
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4 Dawlah Islamiyah members, supporters yield in Lanao
Two members of the Dawlah Islamiyah and two supporters have surrendered to military authorities in the province of Lanao del Sur, an official said Wednesday.
Philippine News Agency
MARAWI
Marawi IDPs in Matungao town undergo skills training
Ninety-seven internally displaced persons (IDPs) from Marawi City who are currently sheltered in Bakwit Village of Barangay Pangi here underwent skills training facilitated by Sumpay Mindanao.
Bangon Marawi
SOUTHEAST ASIA AND THE WORLD
ADMM-Plus countries hold joint counter-terrorism drill
A joint counter-terrorism actual-troop drill among ASEAN Defence Ministers' Meeting Plus (ADMM-Plus) countries kicked off Wednesday in Guilin, southern China's Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region.
Xinhua
Germany, Netherlands to take back Daesh/ISIS terrorists
Germany and the Netherlands have agreed to take Daesh/ISIS terrorists back into their home countries, Turkey’s interior minister said on Wednesday. “I would like to thank two countries, Germany and the Netherlands,” said Suleyman Soylu during a village guard training meeting in Turkey’s eastern Van province.
Anadolu Agency
Suicide bombing shows terrorism not completely finished: Lawmaker
The suicide bombing on Wednesday at the Medan Police headquarters in Medan, North Sumatra, has proved that terrorism and radicalism are not completely finished.
Antara News
Hungary: Syrian Suspected of ISIS Killings Denies Charges
A Syrian man on trial in Hungary has denied charges that he took part in a beheading and other killings in his homeland while a member of ISIS terrorist group.
Asharq Al-Awsat
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BARMM
BARMM Cabinet reshuffled: Ebrahim to serve as Finance Minister
Chief Minister Ahod “Al Haj Murad” Ebrahim announced changes in the Cabinet of the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (BARMM) effective November 11, among them his serving in a concurrent capacity as Finance Minister.
Mindanews
‘If 2020 budget stalls, expect a non-operating Barmm’
A non-operating Bangsamoro government is likely to happen next year if the 2020 regional budget is not passed this year, Bangsamoro officials said, citing the urgency to hire new personnel to fill the large void that will be left by outgoing personnel of the now defunct Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (ARMM).
Business Mirror, NDBC News
From fighters to forest guards
More than 400 former Moro combatants will work as forest guards, side by side with their families, to grow trees in a bid to expand the government’s greening program in areas of the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao.
Manila Standard
UN, BARMM launch fortified iron rice program for school children
To improve health and school attendance of school children in the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (BARMM), the region’s education ministry and United Nation’s World Food Program (UN-WFP) launched Tuesday a regional schools’ feeding program piloted in Maguindanao.
Philippine News Agency
Barmm to release Maguindanao, Sulu 4Ps beneficiaries' cash grants
THE Ministry of Social Services and Development in the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (MSSD-Barmm) is set to release this November the cash grants of the Pantawid Pamilyang Pilipino Program (4Ps) beneficiaries of Sulu and Maguindanao provinces.
Sunstar Zamboanga
Lidasan: Putting the cart before the horse
IN THE past few months, I have been discussing my work, my vision, and the challenges we face in the Bangsamoro Transition Authority (BTA) in this column and with my family.
Sunstar Davao
MAGUINDANAO AND COTABATO CITY
Maguindanao governor favors ML extension
Maguindanao Gov. Bai Mariam Sangki-Mangudadatu on Tuesday said she wants martial law to continue in Mindanao, particularly in her province. “Martial law has given good results for the people of Maguindanao,” Mangudadatu said over a radio station here Tuesday.
Manila Standard, NDBC News
6th Infantry Division opens drug testing center
THE Army's 6th Infantry Division inaugurated Monday, November 11, its newly completed drug testing center in Camp Siongco Station Hospital in the village of Awang, Datu Odin Sinsuat, Maguindanao.
Sunstar Zamboanga
NORTH COTABATO
LANAO PROVINCES
Police aide in Lanao Sur ambush dies from injury
The police escort of Masiu, Lanao del Sur town Mayor Nasser Pangandaman Jr. died on Monday afternoon, a day after he was hit by a bullet when unidentified gunmen ambushed the mayor's convoy on Sunday morning.
Philippine News Agency
PNP told to speed up probe on ambush of Lanao Sur mayor
The Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG) on Wednesday ordered the Philippine National Police (PNP) to fast track its investigation into the ambush of Masiu, Lanao del Sur Mayor Nasser Pangandaman, Jr.
Philippine Daily Inquirer
BASILAN
Basilan sends Abu Sayyaf surrenderers to various cities to learn livelihood
As part of the continuing Program Against Violent Extremism (PAVE) in the province of Basilan, 200 former Abu Sayyaf Group (ASG) members will undergo an exposure tour in Quezon City, Bulacan, Baguio City, La Trinidad, Benguet, and Los Baños, Laguna.
Rappler
SULU
DNA test confirms Sulu suicide bomber’s link to ISIS – military
A DNA test has confirmed that the foreign national behind the planned suicide bombing incident in Sulu had “links” to the ISIS group, the military said.
CNN Philippines
TAWI-TAWI
Tolentino questions zero funding for naval chain stations
Sen. Francis Tolentino on Wednesday questioned why there was no funding for the creation of naval chain stations in Batanes and Tawi-Tawi in the 2020 national defense budget despite the rising territorial tension in the West Philippine Sea.
Philippine Daily Inquirer
7,000 Moros in Tawi-Tawi receive medical services from BARMM-Ministry of Health
During the celebration of the 639th Founding Anniversary of Sheikh Karimul Makhdum Mosque in Simunul Island, Tawi-.Tawi on November 7, 2019, the Ministry of Health of the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (BARMM-MOH) conducted massive medical mission to about 7,000 Moro residents
Luwaran
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DRUGS
‘Bato’ shoos away foreign drug war critics: You’re not welcome
Even before foreign human rights defenders critical of the administration’s drug war can set their foot on Philippine shores, a lawmaker is already turning them away: You are not welcome.
Philippine Daily Inquirer
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VP ready to attend House hearings to present her anti-illegal drugs action plan
Vice President Leni Robredo is open to attending the hearing of the House Committee on Dangerous Drugs to lay down her plans as she moved to adopt a new strategy in combating illegal drugs.
Manila Bulletin
VP Leni meets with US agencies to discuss war against illegal drugs
Vice President and drug czar Leni Robredo on Wednesday met with representatives of various United States agencies for a briefing on the current state of US-Philippines cooperation on combatting illegal drugs.
Manila Bulletin
Robredo: US backs clearer data, widespread rehab in war on drugs
The US has expressed support for the Duterte administration's campaign against illegal drugs, which is now led in part by opposition leader Vice President Leni Robredo, the co-chair of the Inter-Agency Council on Anti-Illegal Drugs.
GMA News
PNP OIC Gamboa mum on Robredo eyeing US intel on drug problem
Philippine National Police (PNP) officer-in-charge Police Lieutenant General Archie Francisco Gamboa on Wednesday refused to comment on Vice President Leni Robredo's statement saying she is considering tapping US intelligence to hunt for big-time drug lords.
GMA News
Guevarra dissuades Leni from joining drug raids
Justice Secretary Menardo Guevarra on Wednesday (Nov. 12) joined calls which dissuaded Vice President Maria Leonor “Leni” Robredo from joining anti-illegal drugs operations.
Manila Bulletin
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CHR: Police officials should be made accountable for their supposed misdeeds, unlawful acts
The Commission on Human Rights (CHR) has asserted that police officials should be made accountable for their supposed misdeeds and other unlawful acts.
Manila Bulletin
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PH envoy to Washington meets with US senators seeking De Lima’s release
Philippine Ambassador to the United States Jose Manuel Romualdez said he had a “very good discussion” with two US senators who are seeking for the release of detained Senator Leila de Lima.
Manila Bulletin
Operations/ Incidents
Recovery and Rehabilitation
ILLICIT FIREARMS, EXPLOSIVES, AND AMMUNITION
CROSS-BORDER TRADING/ SMUGGLING/ COUNTERFEIT GOODS
HUMAN TRAFFICKING
KIDNAPPING
ILLEGAL GAMBLING
ILLICIT FINANCIAL TRANSACTIONS/ EXTORTION
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Worldwide lawyers’ group backs charges vs Duterte in international courts
A worldwide group of lawyers supported plans to file potential suits against President Rodrigo Duterte in various courts “for violations of international human rights law.” In a resolution, the International Association of Democratic Lawyers (IADL) said it supports plans to study the filing of cases in different countries “against Duterte and all those responsible for the killings, torture and other grievous violations of international law utilizing the principles of universal jurisdiction.”
Bulatlat, The Manila Times
Filipino lawyer elected transitional president of int’l group
A Filipino lawyer was elected as the transitional president of the International Association of Democratic Lawyers (IADL). Human rights lawyer Edre U. Olalia, who serves as the incumbent President of the National Union of Peoples’ Lawyers (NUPL), was elected as transitional IADL president during the council’s meeting last November 8 to 10, 2019 in Brussels, Belgium.
Philippine Daily Inquirer
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Social media: double-edged sword for LGBT+ Asia
Technology has proved a mixed blessing for LGBT+ people in Asia, advocates said on Wednesday, opening opportunities to connect but fanning hate speech, death threats and attacks. Social media companies must do more to keep LGBT+ people safe online, human rights campaigners from across the region said at the Thomson Reuters Foundation's annual Trust Conference in London.
Thomson Reuters Foundation
How Should We Remember Imelda Marcos?
I melda Marcos is at her stately home in Manila in 2014, reminiscing on the friendships she made as the first lady of the Philippines. Richard Nixon was “very nice and very human” and had been “misunderstood.” Mao Zedong once kissed her on the hand and thanked her for sparking the end of the Cold War.
The Nation
Press Freedom/ Freedom of expression
Martial Law
PNP bats for selective martial law in Mindanao
Martial law should still be implemented in some areas in Mindanao, the Philippine National Police (PNP) said, citing the continuous peace and order problems in the past months.
Manila Bulletin, Sunstar Manila
EDITORIAL - Martial law as the norm
The administrator himself of martial law has spoken: he sees no need for yet another extension of military rule in Mindanao. Over two years of martial law throughout Mindanao is already too long, according to Defense Secretary Delfin Lorenzana.
Philippine Star
Editorial | Ending martial law
The city has clamored for the exclusion of martial law in Mindanao, as repeatedly exhorted by Mayor Sara Duterte this year. Last August 6, the city council passed a resolution, on the recommendation of Councilor Mabel Sunga-Acosta, urging President Rodrigo Duterte to lift martial law in the city due to “some effects on the city’s engagement in business, trade, and investments.”
The Mindanao Times
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Duterte cancels leave to be with N. Cotabato farmers
Refusing to take a leave from work, President Duterte is scheduled to hold a dialogue with farmers in North Cotabato this Friday. Senator Christopher Go said the President intends to listen to the concerns of the farmers during his upcoming provincial trip as part of his continuing work schedule.
Manila Bulletin
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Duterte having a hard time finding a ‘perfectly honest’ chief from among the PNP brass – Sen. Go
President Duterte is looking for an “honest” new Philippine National Police (PNP) chief even if the candidate has a lower rank, according to Senator Christopher Go.
Manila Bulletin
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No known plans to invite Robredo to the Cabinet meeting as of yet, Senator Go says
Vice President Leni Robredo may be invited to the Cabinet meeting if the agenda will include the government’s anti-drug campaign, Senator Christoper Go said Wednesday.
Manila Bulletin
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‘Two terrified old men’ is how Leah Navarro sees Teddy Boy Locsin Jr., Salvador Panelo
Leah Navarro slammed Foreign Affairs Secretary Teodoro “Teddy Boy” Locsin Jr. and Presidential spokesman Salvador Panelo for pushing to bar human rights advocate Phelim Kine’s entry to the country.
Philippine Daily Inquirer
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Nonfiction books offer critical views on previous administrations
THE Philippine Council of Management (Philcoman) will make available my nonfiction best-selling books published by Amazon, one of the world’s largest publishing houses based in the United States, on November 23 at the Centennial Hall, Manila Hotel, in celebration of Philcoman’s 65th Founding Anniversary.
Business Mirror
OFFICE OF THE VICE PRESIDENT
ELECTION RELATED
Deactivated overseas voters may still register starting Dec. 16
The more than 300,000 deactivated registered overseas voters still have a chance to reactivate their records when the registration period for overseas voting starts on Dec. 16.
Manila Bulletin
DISASTER
Earthquake, tsunami drill on Thursday
Weeks after Mindanao was struck by a series of powerful earthquakes, the Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (Phivolcs) urged the public to actively participate in an earthquake and tsunami drill to be held on Thursday.
Manila Bulletin
Hungarian firm donates P10-M water mobile compact unit
The National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council (NDRRMC) forged a partnership with a Hungarian water management systems company on Wednesday to fulfill the delivery of a water mobile compact unit worth $200,000 or P10 million to the Philippines.
Manila Bulletin
P31-M evacuation complex completed in Tuao, Cagayan
An evacuation complex that houses eight buildings was recently completed in Tuao, Cagayan in a bid to provide more facilities in the province where residents can seek refuge during calamities, the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) announced Wednesday.
Manila Bulletin
MINDANAO
CONSTITUTIONAL AMENDMENTS
JUDICIARY
Solon urges probe on killing of judges, creation of judicial marshals
Leyte Rep. Vicente “Ching” Veloso has sought a congressional probe on the deplorable spate of killings of judges and the possible creation of judicial marshals to protect the members of the judiciary from threats.
Manila Bulletin
SC provides security to former CJ Bersamin due to death threats
The Supreme Court (SC) has decided to provide security to former Chief Justice Lucas P. Bersamin who has been receiving death threats.
Manila Bulletin
Guevarra: NBI ready to protect Bersamin from threats
Justice Secretary Menardo Guevarra on Wednesday assured retired Chief Justice Lucas Bersamin that the National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) is ready to act against any threats against the former top magistrate.
Manila Bulletin
LEGISLATIVE
Senate of the Philippines
Congress has enough time to approve bill extending validity of 2019 national budget – Angara
Senate finance committee chief Senator Juan Edgardo “Sonny” Angara assured on Wednesday that Congress has sufficient time to approve the measure extending the validity of the 2019 national budget to 2020.
Manila Bulletin
House of Representatives
House committee approves the National Youth Day bill
The House Committee on Youth and Sports Development approved on Wednesday measures seeking to declare August 12 of every year as the National Youth Day.
Manila Bulletin
Salceda proposes emergency powers for Duterte to hasten infrastructure projects
After dropping the bid to grant President Duterte emergency powers to address the traffic crisis, the House of Representatives is contemplating on giving the Chief Executive special powers to speed up the implementation of its ambitious ‘Build, Build, Build” infrastructure program.
Manila Bulletin, Business Mirror
House taps remaining 2019 budget to assist coconut farmers
Quezon Rep. Mark Enverga is proposing that the remaining available amount in the 2019 P3.757-trillion national budget be tapped to provide cash, marketing, and technical assistance to coconut farmers in the wake of enormous and continuing drop in the prices of copra (dried coconut meat) in the country.
Manila Bulletin
Better to work than speculate on Speakership – House leader
A ranking member of the House of Representatives said it would serve the chamber better to focus on work rather than speculate on what would happen to the Speakership in the future.
Manila Bulletin
BUDGET, FINANCE, and TAXATION
Dominguez says government will not repeal rice tariffication law, cites agri modernization
Finance Secretary Carlos Dominguez III said Wednesday the government will never repeal Republic Act 11203, or the Rice Tariffication Law, because the measure will not only make the country achieve greater food security but also revolutionize the agriculture sector.
Manila Standard
Wage hike for state workers eyed
The Department of Budget and Management (DBM) is open to proposing to President Duterte the issuance of an executive order (EO) allowing the increase in the wages of government employees starting next year.
Manila Bulletin
LOCAL GOVERNMENT UNITS (LGUs)
Competitiveness of LGUs
A few weeks ago, I had the honor of judging the Philippine Chamber of Commerce and Industry’s (PCCI) search for the Most Business-Friendly LGU (local government unit). Toward the end of October, I also gave the speech on behalf of Anti-Red Tape Authority (ARTA) Director-General Belgica at the Department of Trade and Industry 7th Regional Competitiveness Summit.
The Manila Times
DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE
NBI performance one of reasons why gov’t enjoys high trust ratings – Guevarra
Justice Secretary Menardo Guevarra on Wednesday, Nov. 13, attributed the high trust ratings of the government in part to the laudable work being done by the National Bureau of Investigation (NBI).
Manila Bulletin
Solon wants NBI to stop requiring applicants to visit their office for clearance
Marikina City Representative Bayani Fernando wants the National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) to stop requiring applicants to personally visit their offices for a clearance certificate.
GMA News
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De Lima urges Senate to probe death of 29 Bilibid inmates
Detained Senator Leila de Lima has urged the Senate to investigate the deaths of 29 inmates inside the New Bilibid Prison (NBP) due to alleged subhuman conditions inside the national penitentiary.
Manila Bulletin
BuCor welcomes senate inquiry into deaths of NBP inmates
Bureau of Corrections chief Director General Gerald Bantag has welcomed the resolution filed by Sen. Leila de Lima which seeks a Senate inquiry into the deaths of inmates at the New Bilibid Prison (NBP).
Manila Bulletin
DOJ to probe Bilibid deaths
The Department of Justice (DOJ) will investigate the deaths of persons deprived of liberty (PDL) at the New Bilibid Prison (NBP) in Muntinlupa City, Justice Secretary Menardo Guevarra said on Wednesday.
Manila Bulletin
DEFENSE AND SECURITY
Lorenzana to meet US Defense Chief Esper
Defense Secretary Delfin Lorenzana is set to meet United States (US) Defense Secretary Mark Esper to discuss the South China Sea dispute and efforts to defeat terrorism.
Manila Bulletin
Recto raises security concerns over PH-China project deals
Senate President Pro Tempore Ralph Recto on Wednesday called on defense and security officials to look into the government’s agreements with state-owned Chinese companies.
Manila Bulletin
Armed Forces of the Philippines
CA confirms new AFP chief
The powerful Commission on Appointments (CA) confirmed Wednesday the appointment of Lieutenant General Noel S. Clement as Chief of Staff of the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP), with the rank of a four-star general.
Manila Bulletin
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Hontiveros seeks the employment of more mental health professionals in military hospitals
Opposition Senator Risa Hontiveros sought the employment of more counselors and more mental health professionals at the V. Luna Hospital and field hospitals to cater to the mental health needs of military men and women.
Manila Bulletin
Philippine National Police
PNP’s anti-kidnapping head, 4 others promoted
The head of the police’s Anti-Kidnapping Group was added to the long list of generals in the Philippine National Police (PNP) in the latest promotions approved by President Duterte.
Manila Bulletin
ECONOMY AND INVESTMENTS
BUILD, BUILD, BUILD and PUBLIC WORKS
Big projects beyond 2022 dropped in new 'Build, Build, Build' list
Several big-ticket infrastructure projects that will stretch beyond President Rodrigo's term in 2022 have been dropped from the government's priority list.
CNN Philippines
Gov’t flagship projects adviser defends ‘Build, Build, Build’
The government’s massive infrastructure program is not a failure but the administration could “do better” and hasten the construction efforts, an adviser of President Duterte said Wednesday.
Manila Bulletin
Fitch Solutions: Revived PPP focus to help lure investors to flagship projects, but risks remain
THE GOVERNMENT’s recent decision to include more public-private partnership (PPP) projects on its revised “Build, Build, Build” (BBB) flagship infrastructure list should make this development centerpiece of the Duterte administration more attractive to private capital, Fitch Solutions Group Ltd said in a Nov. 12 note.
Business World Online
OFFICIAL DEVELOPMENT ASSISTANCE
AUDIT, GRAFT, AND CORRUPTION
Public urged to report corruption in gov’t to ‘Katarungan Desks’
The public may submit complaints about corruption in government to the “Katarungan Desks” that will be established in national and local government offices and other public places.
Manila Bulletin
FOREIGN RELATIONS
West Philippine Sea
LABOR
Palace asked to consider four-day work week
House Minority Leader, Manila 6th district Rep. Benny Abante has called Malacañang to study the implementation of a four-day work week even as related bills on the proposal began to gain traction in the House of Representatives.
Manila Bulletin
OFWs in HK opt to stay despite violent demonstrations
Philippine Consul General Raly Tejada said on Wednesday that Filipino migrant workers in Hong Kong have no plans on leaving the country despite escalating protests.
Manila Bulletin
DOLE reminds employers of holiday pay rules for November 30 Bonifacio Day
The Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) has reminded employers of the pay rules that should be implemented for the regular holiday, Bonifacio Day, on November 30.
GMA News
TRANSPORTATION
MMDA warns motorists of heavy traffic on Thursday due to traffic simulations for the SEA Games
The Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA) warned commuters and motorists to expect heavy traffic on Thursday due to traffic simulation for the 2019 Southeast Asian (SEA) Games.
Manila Bulletin
HEALTH
House probe urged on PhilHealth’s failure to reimburse P2.5 B to accredited hospitals
The House Committee on Health has been urged to look into the alleged failure of the Philippine Health Insurance Corporation (PhilHealth) to reimburse some P2.5 billion incurred by accredited private hospitals for attending to the medical needs of their members.
Manila Bulletin
DOH to push through with price cuts on medicines
The Department of Health (DOH) said that the proposal of the Pharmaceutical and Healthcare Association of the Philippines (PHAP) to cut the prices of certain medicines will not fully support the department’s campaign to make drug prices more affordable.
Manila Bulletin
Lawmakers question government’s readiness to implement UHC Law
Lawmakers questioned Wednesday the readiness of the Department of Health (DOH) and the Philippine Health Insurance Corp. (Philhealth) to implement Republic Act 11223 or the “Universal Health Care (UHC) Law”.
Manila Bulletin
DOH calls for Mindanao-wide polio vaccination
The Department of Health (DOH) has called on the governors and local chief executives in Mindanao to participate in the second round of the "Sabayang Patak Kontra Polio" on Nov. 25 to Dec. 6, 2019.
Philippine News Agency
DOH, health advocates laud move to hike sin taxes on tobacco, vape, alcohol
The Department of Health (DOH) and health advocates on Wednesday lauded the move of President Duterte to certify as urgent the measure that seeks to increase the excise taxes on alcohol, heated tobacco, and vapor products.
Manila Bulletin
FOOD AND AGRICULTURE
Hontiveros urges P12,000 gov’t subsidy to rice farmers
Opposition Sen. Risa Hontiveros on Wednesday urged the government to grant each rice farmer P12,000 as compensation for the losses they suffered due to the massive inflow of imported rice.
Manila Bulletin
DA urges youth to take up farming
The Department of Agriculture (DA) on Wednesday urged the country's young workforce to pursue farming as a business, as it cited the need to interest the youth on agriculture.
Philippine News Agency
EDUCATION
DepEd to host first summit on rights of the child in education
The DEPARTMENT of Education (DepEd) is set to conduct the First National Summit on the Rights of the Child in Education on November 14 and 15 at The Heritage Hotel Manila in Pasay City.
The Manila Times, Manila Bulletin
DepEd warns teachers, school heads against RPMS-PPST scam
The Department of Education (DepEd) has warned teachers and school heads of online scams or malicious individuals that“commercialize” a resource package that is originally free of charge.
Manila Bulletin
ENERGY
Lawmakers demand immediate resolution on power issues
Administration congressmen on Wednesday urged the Energy Regulatory Commission (ERC) to resolve immediately its investigation into the complaint of Iloilo City Mayor Jerry Treñas against an electric cooperative operating in Panay island.
Manila Bulletin
POVERTY
SOCIAL WELFARE AND DEVELOPMENT
HOUSING
TOURISM
ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES
UN: Philippines, Southeast Asian countries need tougher anti-plastic policies
Southeast Asian countries, among the world's worst ocean polluters, need tougher regulations for plastic packaging to curb leakage, a United Nations report said on Wednesday.
ABS-CBN News
PH gets $10-million grant from Green Climate Fund
The Philippines on Wednesday secured the approval of its first green climate fund proposal on the establishment of a USD10-million multi-hazard impact-based forecasting and early warning system.
Manila Bulletin, Business World Online, GMA News, CNN Philippines
Water crisis
INFORMATION, COMMUNICATION AND TECHNOLOGY
DEVELOPMENT SECTOR
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