DAVAO CITY, Philippines — Mayor Sara Z. Duterte-Carpio still want to continue the dialogue with the New People’s Army (NPA) despite its rejection on the proposed localized peace talks by the city government. “Maybe that is their (NDFP) opinion, but as the representative of the City Government of Davao, I have a duty to pursue […]
Archives for November 2017
Army wins hearts of communist rebels in SK
CAMP SIONGCO, Maguindanao — The military in Sultan Kudarat continued to win the hearts of communist rebels with more New Peoples Army (NPA) guerillas returning to the mainstream society. Capt. Arvin John Encinas, Army’s 6th Infantry Division spokesperson, said the latest surrender of communist rebels took place Friday before officials of the Army’s 1st Mechanized […]
Upat sa sundalo ug usa gun-for hire sikop sa PDEA
DAKBAYAN sa DABAW, PILIPINAS — Sikop ang upat ka sundalo ug usa ka suspetsadong gun-for hire didto sa Tagum City, Davao del Norte human sila misukol sa otoridad niadtong Sabado, Nobembre 11, 2017. Ang nasikop giila ni Naravy Duquiatan, acting director sa Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency 11 (PDEA 11) sila Cpl. Cristiuto G. Macagubang Jr. […]
Court convicts BOC officer for false SALNs
MANILA, Philippines — The Metropolitan Trial Court of Manila has convicted Bureau of Customs Operations Officer Francis Voltaire Azaña of six counts of violation of Section 8 of the Code of Conduct and Ethical Standards for Public Officials and Employees (Republic Act No. 6713) and ordered the accused to pay a fine of P1,000 for each […]
Duterte joins APEC leaders for a family photo
Philippines expects 20 world leaders to attend the ASEAN 2017
MANILA, Philippines (UPDATED) – Twenty world leaders including United States President Donald Trump are expected to arrive here for the 31st Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) Summit and Related Summits starting today November 12 to 14. Those expected to arrive include: ASEAN members Brunei – Sultan Hassanal Bolkiah of Brunei Cambodia – Prime Minister […]
Cambodian PM arrives in PH for ASEAN summit
CLARK, Pampanga, Philippines – Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Sen arrived in the Philippines on Saturday afternoon to attend the 31st Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) Summit and Related Summits on November 12 -14. Hun Sen arrived at the Clark International Airport in Pampanga at 1:26 p.m., two hours delayed from his original arrival schedule. […]
Trump praises PH’s gender equality efforts
MANILA, Philippines — As the Philippines continues to be a global leader in fostering gender equality, United States President Donald Trump on Friday praised the country for its progressive efforts to promote women empowerment and address gender inequality. The US president lauded the Philippines’ continued top ranking in the World Economic Forum (WEF) in terms of […]
Duterte, Trump meeting in APEC warm and cordial
Danang, Vietnam— President Rodrigo Roa Duterte met US President Donald J Trump on Saturday, November 11, during the sidelines of the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) Leaders’ Meeting in Ha Noi Hall, International Danang Resort. “The meeting was warm and cordial,” said Presidential Spokesperson Harry Roque during a press briefing held at the International Media Center. […]
Duterte and the APEC Summit
DAVAO CITY, Philippines — Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte attends the APEC summit in Da Nang Vietnam. Here are some pictures highlighting his trip. Duterte earlier said Russia helped the Philippines by sending a ship loaded with firearms and it came as a grant to the country.
Bureau of Fire starts Xmas lights and gadgets inspection in Davao stores
DAVAO CITY, Philippines — To ensue that Christmas lights and other light-inspired Christmas decors being sold are safe, the The Bureau of Fire Protection (BFP) Thursday started inspecting business establishments selling Christmas lights here. Supt. Honey Fritz Alagano, the BFP District Fire Marshall led the inspection to ensure that Christmas stuff being sold are safe […]
Churchgoers reminded against use of cell phones during Mass
MANILA, Philippines — Members of the clergy expressed support for the call of Pope Francis against the use of smartphones inside the Church, especially during Mass. Sorsogon Bishop Arturo Bastes urged churchgoers to control themselves and refrain from using their mobile devices while attending Mass. “As a pastor, as a bishop I find it (smartphone) […]
EU, UN chiefs,18 state leaders confirmed for ASEAN meet: DFA
MANILA, Philippines —The Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) on Friday announced the names of 20 leaders confirmed to attend the various summits this week in Manila — an attendance that signify “deep and strong bonds” between the bloc and its dialogue partners, an official said. DFA Acting Spokesperson Robespierre Bolivar said these leaders would cover […]