The Philippine Palace has declared Cavite 4th District Rep. Kiko Barzaga's claim that President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. is behind his imprisonment and his subsequent call for the President's removal from office as inciting to sedition. This comes after Barzaga accused Marcos Jr. of public fund theft.
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. emphasized the vital role of teachers in nation-building as he led the oath-taking of over 2,100 newly promoted educators and principals in Eastern Visayas.
Retired military generals in the Philippines have asked the Supreme Court to compel President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. to undergo a noninvasive drug test and disclose his health status.
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has announced the suspension of excise taxes on kerosene and liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) to alleviate fuel costs, alongside waiving tariffs on food imports to help manage rising prices.
The Malacañang Press Corps (MPC) has strongly denied allegations that its members received money to conceal the true state of President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.’s health. The MPC affirmed its commitment to accurate reporting.
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has ordered a P10/liter fuel subsidy for drivers and operators of public utility vehicles (PUVs) in the Philippines, aiming to provide weekly savings of P1,500 for three months.
Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has approved the release of P8 billion in assistance to over 42,000 barangays and students nationwide to help mitigate the impact of the ongoing Middle East crisis.
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. addressed public concerns about his health on Wednesday, April 8, stating he is healthy and actively managing his weight.
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. committed to addressing financial and administrative limitations faced by local government units (LGUs) in the Philippines, aiming to amend the 35-year-old Local Government Code to improve service delivery.
A fact-check confirms that President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. was not arrested in the US, clarifying his presence in New York for a UN General Assembly session.
Batangas Rep. Leandro Legarda Leviste stated that the Independent Commission for Infrastructure (ICI) has submitted its final report to President Ferdinand Marcos Jr., leaving it to him to decide whether to release it to the public. Leviste also noted he is unbothered by accusations of being a supporter of former President Rodrigo Duterte, as Duterte-aligned lawmakers are the only ones requesting the report.
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. will spend Holy Week in his home province of Ilocos Norte, though he is expected to continue monitoring developments and issuing orders remotely.
Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. announced that the newly opened San Juan Interchange of the Central Luzon Link Expressway (CLLEX) in Aliaga, Nueva Ecija, will be toll-free until December 2026.
MANILA, Philippines — President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has called out the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) and ordered the removal of a tarpaulin bearing his photo at a cash aid…
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. visited Isabela province to inspect various farm facilities, including a palay warehouse and onion cold storage, and a new road, pledging to establish more livelihood projects in the far-flung villages of Ambatali, Santiago City, and Cabatuan.
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has declared a national energy emergency in the Philippines due to soaring oil prices and supply risks from the Middle East conflict, with the House of Representatives now prepared to move with urgency to deliver relief measures as the country faces an 'imminent danger of a critically low energy supply'.
Interior and Local Government Secretary Jonvic Remulla stated that President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.'s anti-drug campaign is proving more effective than the previous administration's drug war.
A historical account details the dramatic freezing of former Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos's assets held in Swiss banks, a significant event in international finance.
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. inspected a P500-million cold storage facility and solar-powered irrigation projects in Camarines Sur, emphasizing government efforts to enhance farm productivity and food security.
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. is set to lead the inauguration of a P500-million mega cold storage facility in San Jose village, Pili town, Camarines Sur.
A farmers' group in the Philippines has criticized the Sandiganbayan for dismissing the 1987 coconut levy civil case against the late former President Ferdinand Marcos Sr., Imelda Marcos, and Juan Ponce Enrile, sparking an outcry.
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. called on Filipinos to continue practicing compassion, humility, patience and charity even after the observance of Eid al-Fitr.
MANILA, Philippines — President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. on Thursday said the Philippines would import coal to ensure a stable energy supply in the country as the war in the Middle East continues to…
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. was unable to personally welcome Filipinos arriving from the Middle East due to other scheduled engagements in Malacañang, according to a statement from the Palace.
MANILA, Philippines — Ferdinand Marcos Jr. on Thursday said the government is looking for alternative sources of petroleum products as disruptions in oil supply triggered by the Middle East conflict…
MANILA, Philippines — The largest confederation of labor groups in the country called out Palace press officer Claire Castro for prematurely downplaying calls for President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.
The proposal to suspend the collection of excise tax on fuel products now only requires President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.'s signature to become law, as the House of Representatives has adopted the Senate's version of the measure, equipping Marcos with stronger tools against fuel price shocks.
As high fuel prices threaten to drive up inflation, President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. on Wednesday assured the public that there is no need to hoard food supplies.
Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. led the turnover and inspection of a Learning Continuity Space (LCS) and launched the YAKAP at Kalinga Caravan at Marcelo B. Fernan-Polambato Elementary School in Bogo City, Cebu.
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. reaffirmed his administration’s continuing support for the Bangsamoro peace process, asserting that the national government is working hard to bring progress to the region. This follows his hosting of the Grand Iftar 2026 at Malacañang Palace, where he urged Muslim leaders and community members to foster unity, compassion, and sustained efforts toward peace.
Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has declared special non-working days in Las Piñas, Sipalay, and Himamaylan to commemorate various anniversaries.
MANILA, Philippines — President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.’s gratitude for the burial of his father and namesake at the Libingan ng mga Bayani (LMB), a decision made during the time of former President…
MANILA, Philippines — President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. on Monday warned profiteers exploiting the worsening situation in the Middle East that the government will pursue legal action against them. “If you take advantage of the situation, there will be consequences. You may face charges and could even lose the opportunity to continue doing business,” Palace press
Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has urged Filipinos to embrace technology and enhance their skills to adapt to transforming industries and seize new job and business opportunities.
MANILA, Philippines – Government offices have been ordered to intensify energy-saving measures, including stricter air-conditioning settings, in compliance with President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.’s…
The National Congress of Unions in the Sugar Industry of the Philippines (Nacusip) has called on President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. to take immediate action to rescue the sugar industry from a 'death sentence' and to revamp the Sugar board.
Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. ordered government offices to strictly implement energy-saving measures and cut fuel use by at least 10% amid Middle East tensions.
President Lee Jae Myung is set to wrap up his trip to Singapore and fly to Manila for summit talks with Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. on Tuesday to discuss ways to expand bilateral cooperation. It will mark Lee's second summit with Marcos following their first meeting on the sidelines of the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation summit in late October. The two leaders are expected to explore ways to deepen cooperation in the defense industry, infrastructure and trade, as well as in promi
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. says the Filipino caregiver was assisting her patient to reach a bomb shelter but was struck by shrapnel before they can arrive
Former president Rodrigo Duterte’s defense lawyer Nicholas Kaufman has challenged the International Criminal Court prosecution to investigate what he described as the "sky-high" rate of killings under the administration of President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.
MANILA, Philippines — The Palace spokesperson dismissed as a “lousy script” the accusation that President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. was the “mastermind” and biggest beneficiary of a corruption scheme supposedly employing former Marines to deliver travel bags filled with cash to politicians’ homes. Three former lawmakers called the allegation a mere diversionary tactic from this week’s
MANILA, Philippines — Senate President Pro Tempore Panfilo Lacson on Thursday saw an attempt to destabilize the government following fresh allegations linking President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. to the flo
The Philippine Palace has dismissed allegations that former Marines delivered billions of pesos in cash to President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.'s residences, calling the claims a 'lousy script' and 'not award-worthy'.
MANILA, Philippines — An order to replace Bureau of Fire Protection (BFP) Director Jesus Fernandez will be issued soon, Interior Secretary Jonvic Remulla said on Tuesday. The head of the Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG), which oversees the BFP, previously confirmed that he recommended President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. remove Fernandez over alleged
MANILA, Philippines — Palace Press Officer Claire Castro on Tuesday dismissed claims made by Harry Roque that President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. supposedly wants to reconcile with Vice President Sara Duterte. In a Viber message to reporters, Castro described Roque’s statements as fabricated. READ: Marcos to see if Feb. 25 can be declared non-working holiday each
A heritage group is appealing to President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. to prevent the commercialization of a 121-year-old barn house within the Clark Freeport Zone, advocating for its preservation.
Malacañang has urged the National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) to investigate alleged plans to unseat and kill President Ferdinand Marcos Jr., as revealed by a witness during an impeachment hearing.
A jailed witness testified that former Philippine leader Rodrigo Duterte discussed removing President Ferdinand Marcos Jnr from office. The witness claimed Duterte even considered assassination if a supposed power-sharing deal failed.
MANILA, Philippines — President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. announced the suspension of the excise on liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) and kerosene on Monday, the first day of the effectivity of the law…
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has ordered the immediate distribution of P8 billion in subsidies to over 42,000 barangays and student projects, aiming to help communities cushion the economic impact of the Middle East crisis.
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. delivered a speech on the Day of Valor, urging Filipinos to confront the economic and social impacts of the Middle East crisis with unity and compassion, drawing parallels to the resilience shown during WW2.
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. of the Philippines is expected to decide on reducing or suspending the excise tax on petroleum products, a measure considered amid rising fuel prices following the Iran war.
MANILA, Philippines — President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has the power to take over oil companies’ operations and potentially impose a price freeze if essential oil products like liquefied petroleum gas…
Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. emphasized the importance of selfless service as the nation observed Maundy Thursday, reminding the faithful that leadership begins with caring for others.
Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has issued an Executive Order officially mandating the use of local Philippine names for more than 100 geographical features within the Kalayaan Island Group in the West Philippine Sea, a move that could impact maritime tensions.
Malacañang has hit back at Senator Imee Marcos for allegedly dragging the President's name, following her comments about her brother, President Ferdinand Marcos Jr., amidst their estranged relationship.
The Philippine Charity Sweepstakes Office (PCSO) plans to provide a landing craft vessel (LCV) for Batanes to improve healthcare accessibility, following President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.’s directive.
Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. stated that measures such as suspending the value-added tax (VAT) and repealing the oil deregulation law are under consideration, though other pressing matters will be prioritized.
The Philippine government has declared a state of national energy emergency, and President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has officially signed into law a bill authorizing him to suspend or reduce excise taxes on petroleum products, though he has indicated he will not use these powers immediately.
South Korean President Lee Jae Myung expressed gratitude to Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. for his cooperation in repatriating notorious South Korean criminal Park Wang-yeol, who was convicted of drug trafficking and murder in Manila and has now been extradited after serving a 60-year term.
Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. aims to streamline the distribution of fuel subsidies for drivers and operators, suggesting the use of digital payment methods.
Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has authorized the release of P145.56 billion for the Central Mindanao High Standard Highway Construction Project, aiming to significantly reduce travel time and boost economic growth in the region.
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. is pushing for the immediate enforcement of a bill to slash excise taxes on fuel products, according to Palace Press Officer Claire Castro, though the bill has not yet been signed.
The Philippine Palace stated that President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.'s decision to keep unconfirmed officers as department heads should not be seen as a slight to the Commission of Appointments.
Transport groups in the Philippines have announced a nationwide 'transport holiday' on March 23, calling on President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. for concrete solutions after a two-day strike.
Transport groups in the Philippines have criticized President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.'s decision to suspend an approved fare hike for land vehicles, arguing that their request for a P1 increase was urgent due to the ongoing fuel crisis.
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has instructed the Philippine Army to accelerate its transition from internal security operations to an external defense role, citing evolving threats that necessitate a greater focus on national defense.
Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. may declare a state of emergency to address energy issues and price shocks, but only if the situation significantly deteriorates, according to Malacañang.
MANILA, Philippines – President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. is steadily establishing his legacy as an “education president,” Speaker Faustino “Bojie” G. Dy III said, as the House of Representatives on Monday approved on third and final reading two measures expanding government support for Filipino students. Dy said the passage of the bills signals commitment of Congress
The largest trade union in the Philippines has called on President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. to enforce emergency powers under the oil deregulation law. This comes ahead of another round of double-digit fuel price hikes, urging the government to temporarily take over the oil industry.
MANILA, Philippines — President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has declared Friday, March 20, 2026, as a regular holiday throughout the country in observance of Eid’l Fitr or the end of the Feast of Ramadan. The announcement was made as he joined members of the Muslim community and leaders from across the country at the Grand Iftar in Malacañang, Palace
MANILA, Philippines — President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. on Thursday appointed former Tourism Secretary Christina Garcia Frasco as Presidential Adviser for Sustainable and Resilient Communities.
Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jnr’s pitch for a United Nations Security Council seat this week was notable for his sidestepping of an issue at the core of Manila’s foreign policy in recent years.
As he appealed to UN members in New York, Marcos framed the Philippines as a bridge connecting developing countries and middle-income economies, without making any direct reference to the South China Sea dispute.
The president’s restrained speech, which avoided mentioning China despite ongoin...
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. on Thursday, March 12, certified as urgent a bill granting him emergency powers to suspend or reduce the excise tax on fuel products.
Several government agencies and local government units across the country have begun implementing a four-day workweek following President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.’s directive to conserve energy amid…
The Trade Union Congress of the Philippines (TUCP) has urged President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. to certify House Bill No. 6740 as urgent, which seeks to remove the 12 percent VAT on electricity amidst rising fuel prices.
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. announced that 74,000 Filipinos have secured jobs nationwide through the government's 'Trabaho at Negosyo' program since 2025.
MANILA, Philippines — Pedestrians no longer need to scale “Mt. Kamuning,” the towering footbridge near the corner of Edsa and Kamuning Road in Quezon City, with the opening of the new overpass that is just 5.3 meters high, compared to the old one, which is 9 meters tall. President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. on Thursday led
MANILA, Philippines — Malacañang on Wednesday chided Quezon City Rep. Bong Suntay for claiming that Vice President Sara Duterte’s remarks that she had hired a hitman to kill President Ferdinand Marcos Jr., First Lady Liza Araneta-Marcos and former Speaker Martin Romualdez were not actual threats. In a briefing on Palace press officer Claire Castro said any
South Korean President Lee Jae Myung has requested Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. to allow the temporary transfer of a jailed Korean drug kingpin to South Korea for investigation and prosecution.
President Lee Jae Myung and Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. held a summit Tuesday to deepen cooperation in trade, infrastructure and defense, while widening the partnership into emerging areas that include shipbuilding. The summit at the Malacanang Palace in Manila on Tuesday carried added significance as it coincided with the 77th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations on March 3, 1949. Ten agreements and memorandums of understanding were signed or updated on the occ
President Ferdinand Marcos Jnr’s decision to promote coastguard officer Jay Tarriela – despite Beijing’s calls for him to be sanctioned – is being read by analysts as a calibrated signal of how the Philippines intends to manage its maritime dispute with China.
Rather than a routine personnel move, they say, the elevation of one of the government’s most outspoken maritime voices suggests Marcos is doubling down on a strategy that pairs public exposure of Beijing’s actions in the South China Se...
The Philippines cannot afford an aircraft carrier, could not sustain one if it had it and, according to most analysts, does not need one.
What it needs is messier, cheaper and harder to photograph, they say: a web of missiles, patrol boats, frigates and surveillance assets designed not to project power, but to deny it.
Two recent developments have made that choice harder to ignore. Last month, Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jnr openly mused that an aircraft carrier with “accompanying...
Bulacan Governor Daniel Fernando has resumed his official duties at the Bulacan Capitol, making his first public appearance since an alleged road rage incident involving his convoy and a son of President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. came under investigation.
MANILA, Philippines — President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has declared special non-working days in several provinces and cities across the country to allow residents to commemorate important local events, anniversaries, and festivals. Proclamation Nos. 1170 and 1171 declared March 6 (Friday) a special non-working day in the municipalities of Gutalac in Zamboanga del Norte and Tadian in
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. is open to studying a proposal to declare February 25, the anniversary of the Edsa People Power Revolution, a national holiday.
MANILA, Philippines — The National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) on Tuesday filed before the Department of Justice (DOJ) a cyber libel and unlawful publication complaint against vlogger Jack Argota for spreading fake medical records of President Ferdinand Marcos, Jr. The NBI personnel went to the DOJ building in Manila at around 3 p.m. on Tuesday. They
MANILA, Philippines — President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. on Tuesday said modern technology would enable more precise and responsive irrigation management, helping farmers better cope with the impacts of climate change. In his speech at the 2026 National Irrigation Administration–National Confederation of Irrigators Associations General Assembly, Marcos commended the National Irrigation Administration’s Command Center, which monitors dam
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has engaged city local government units (LGUs) in the Philippines to expedite classroom construction nationwide, aiming to address a backlog of nearly 150,000 classrooms.
Former Vice President and current Naga City Mayor Leni Robredo expressed gratitude to President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. for providing P500 million in funding. The assistance is designated for the repair of the Naga coliseum.
Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. accepted the resignation of National Security Adviser Eduardo Año. Former Armed Forces of the Philippines chief Clarita Oban has been named as his successor.
Former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte reportedly discussed plans to unseat President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. with former military generals after his daughter became vice president.
Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has publicly challenged those claiming he is sick to join him for exercise, dismissing rumors about his health.
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. called on Filipinos to practice “bayanihan” and responsible behavior as the country faces energy and price shocks. He also warned against fuel hoarders, attributing the crisis to the ongoing war in the Middle East.
The Philippine National Police announced it will assist the government in building cases against individuals accused of spreading fake news regarding President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.'s health. This initiative aims to address misinformation campaigns.
Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. announced plans to construct new hospitals dedicated to military veterans in the Visayas and Mindanao regions. This initiative aims to expand healthcare access for retired servicemen, who have historically relied on a single dedicated medical facility.
Veterans in Baguio City have called on President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. to immediately sign into law a measure that designates the entire month of April as “Philippine Veterans Month.” The bill, transmitted by Congress, aims to mandate a whole-of-society observance.
A rights group is calling for an end to the 'culture of impunity' following alleged abuse of a young woman with intellectual developmental needs in Bicol, an incident that has drawn the attention of President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.
Malacañang has refuted rumors about President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.'s health, stating he is busy with official engagements and is "definitely well" after skipping a recent schedule.
Manila has renewed its call for China to withdraw its vessels and cease "illegal, dangerous actions" in the West Philippine Sea, amidst President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.'s efforts to reset ties with Beijing.
An 11-year-old student directly questioned President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. about how children can focus on reading when facing sexual and other forms of injustices, seeking protection and redress.
Palace Press Officer Claire Castro stated that President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. desires corruption investigations to continue beyond his term and also told Davao City Rep. Paolo Duterte not to blame Marcos Jr. for alleged past corruption.
Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jnr suggested that the ongoing Iran war could serve as an impetus for the Philippines and China to reach an agreement on disputed energy resources in the South China Sea.
Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has instructed the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) to open more bypass roads across the country, aiming to reduce gasoline consumption amidst ongoing oil price hikes.
Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. announced the successful striking of gas at the Camago-3 well in the Malampaya gas fields, following the commencement of drilling and testing operations at the site, which is capable of producing up to 60 million standard cubic feet of gas per day.
Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has directed the release of over P60 billion for ongoing and completed infrastructure projects, including the Metro Manila Subway Project Phase I.
Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. stated that the country will not exhaust all its reserves to support the peso, which recently dipped to P60 per US dollar, and projected a 6% economic growth rate by 2028.
Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. stated that the country will not exhaust all its reserves to support the peso and projected a 6% economic growth rate by 2028.
Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. stated that his decision to designate acting secretaries for several executive departments was not meant to offend the Commission on Appointments, according to the Palace.
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has approved the Department of Education's plan to switch public schools to a three-term academic calendar, a move that a teachers' group criticizes as 'half-baked' and a new burden.
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has approved the adoption of a three-term school calendar for public education institutions in the Philippines, set to begin in Academic Year 2026–2027.
Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. visited a major food distribution hub in Laguna to assess the situation amidst concerns over rising oil prices. The inspection aims to address potential impacts on food supply and prices.
MANILA, Philippines — President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. on Friday said food processors and retailers have agreed not to increase the prices of their products for up to two months to help mitigate the…
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. announced that the Philippine government is exploring additional subsidies and assistance programs to help Filipinos cope with the impact of volatile global oil prices.
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has sworn in former Environment Secretary Maria Antonia Yulo-Loyzaga as the Special Envoy for Disaster Risk Reduction and Management during a ceremony at Malacañang Palace.
Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to protecting the rights of media practitioners and strengthening the country’s democracy during an oath-taking ceremony.
MANILA, Philippines — Spearheaded by President Ferdinand Marcos Jr., the Department of Education (DepEd) recently conducted the Yaman ng Kalusugan Program (YAKAP) at Kalinga Caravan at Marcelo B. Fernan-Polambato Elementary School in Bogo City to bring essential medical services directly to learners, teachers and the school community. The initiative, a joint project of the Philippine
Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. assured the public that the government is implementing measures, including cash and fuel subsidies, to cushion the impact of the Middle East conflict on oil prices.
MANILA, Philippines — The Independent Commission for Infrastructure (ICI), the body tasked to investigate anomalies in the government’s flood control and other infrastructure projects, is winding down its operations six months after its creation by President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. ICI Chair Andres Reyes Jr., in a statement on Friday, said the commission would remain operational
TAGBILARAN CITY, Bohol— Local legislators in this city have called on the national government to suspend excise taxes on petroleum products to ease the burden of rising fuel prices on consumers. In a set of resolutions authored by Councilor Fausto Budlong, the city council urged President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. and Congress to take immediate action,
MANILA, Philippines — President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has certified as urgent a measure that would allow him to suspend or reduce the excise taxes on oil products. READ: House OKs bill suspending excise tax on fuel on second reading This will allow Congress to immediately pass a bill through the second and third readings on the same day. /das
Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jnr has ordered an investigation after a viral video showed an official from the Migrant Workers Office in Bahrain allegedly mistreating overseas Filipino workers (OFW) stranded in the kingdom.
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. reiterated the Philippines' bid for a seat at the United Nations Security Council while he was in New York, according to the Palace.
MANILA, Philippines — President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. on Sunday pledged his commitment to safeguarding the rights and welfare of Filipino women, as the country marked International Women’s Day and…
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. announces his government's preparations in anticipation of the spike in oil prices following the United States and Israel's war on Iran
MANILA, Philippines — The infamous “Mt. Kamuning” in Quezon City has been replaced with a more accessible footbridge. President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. led on Thursday the inspection of the newly built Kamuning Footbridge and Busway Station project. The President, along with First Lady Liza Araneta-Marcos and their son Vinny, scaled the nine-meter high old Kamuning footbridge to
MANILA, Philippines — President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. may consider studying a proposal to adopt a four-day workweek as part of the government’s efforts to save energy as conflict in the Middle East intensifies, according to Malacañang. In a briefing on Wednesday, Palace press officer Claire Castro said the President could look into the suggestion, especially if
During a business forum attended by Presidents Ferdinand Marcos Jr. and Lee Jae Myung, Philippine and South Korean firms signed several agreements, including in shipbuilding and nuclear energy.
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. is considering asking Congress for emergency powers that would allow him to reduce excise taxes on fuel products as should the United States and Israel’s war against Iran prolong and worsen.
MANILA, Philippines — Executive Secretary Ralph Recto has committed President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.’s full support for the Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) to defend the country’s waters as he formally joined the PCG Auxiliary (PCGA) with a rank of Auxiliary Vice Admiral. The PCG conferred the rank to Recto during a donning and oath-taking ceremony aboard BRP
MANILA, Philippines — The Palace denied reports that President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. was brought to the hospital. Palace press officer Claire Castro said that the president was in a private meeting with the Presidential Management Staff on Saturday morning. “He is well, healthy, and working even on a Saturday,” Castro added in a message. The
MANILA, Philippines — President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. on Thursday led the launch of a social protection services center in Barangay Tayud, Municipality of Liloan, Cebu. Marcos arrived at the Pag-Abot Processing Center at 10:30 a.m. and was welcomed by Social Welfare Secretary Rex Gatchalian and Tourism Secretary Christina Frasco. READ: Palace on 2028 elections: Aspirants
The Bagong Alyansang Makabayan (Bayan) demands that President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. be held accountable for flood control anomalies, drawing parallels to his father's accountability.
MANILA, Philippines — Before Edsa became one of the most congested roads in the Philippines, it was a venue of resistance that marked the end of the more than 20-year regime of Ferdinand Marcos Sr. From February 22-25, 1986, millions of Filipinos converged on Efipanio delos Santos Avenue between Camp Crame and Camp Aguinaldo, heeding
MANILA, Philippines — President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. on Tuesday said he is keen on endorsing someone who has done “exceptional” service in government as his candidate for president in 2028. “So you look at people in government and you see who is doing well, who is exceptional. And we have, I’m glad to say, exceptional
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. stated that national government assistance to local government units (LGUs) should reach every LGU, irrespective of the political affiliation of their leaders.
MANILA, Philippines — Seeing political rivals President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. and Naga City Mayor Leni Robredo working and setting politics aside is a breath of fresh air, House of Representatives Depu
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has launched an initiative to directly release P58 billion in national government funding assistance to local government units (LGUs), aiming for greater accessibility and transparency.
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.'s visit to Naga City and his meeting with Robredo, along with his pink socks, became a subject of humor and speculation among Filipinos.