DAVAO CITY—Once Japan's new visa centers officially open, Travelers applying for a tourist visa, whether for single or multiple entry, will not be required to pay a visa fee, except for center usage fees and additional services. On Wednesday, the Embassy of Japan in the Philippines announced that five Japan Visa Application Centers (JVACs), managed by VFS Global, will begin … [Read more...] about Japan waives Visa fee for tourist travelers, 5 visa centers opens on April 7
Japanese traditional dance enthralls Filipino audince
DAVAO CITY ---Filipinos were given a glimpse into Japan’s rich cultural heritage on March 15, 2025, when the School of Japanese Traditional Arts, Senju Buyodan, performed the elegant Nihon Buyo, a time-honored Japanese dance, at SM Aura’s Upper Ground Atrium. Ms. Mukaigawa Yurie, Cultural Officer of the Japan Information and Culture Center (JICC), graced the event and … [Read more...] about Japanese traditional dance enthralls Filipino audince
DoubleDragon to subsidize SSS contributions for 2,000 informal sector workers in the Visayas
Social Security System (SSS) President and Chief Executive Officer Robert Joseph Montes De Claro (2nd from left) and DoubleDragon Chairman Edgar “Injap” Sia II (3rd from left) formally ink an agreement for the Contribution Subsidy Provider Program on 13 March 2025 at the SSS Main Office in Quezon City. Also in photo are (from left) SSS Executive Vice President for Investments … [Read more...] about DoubleDragon to subsidize SSS contributions for 2,000 informal sector workers in the Visayas
DA Chief approves fish import guidelines to stabilize supply and prices
DAVAO CITY – Agriculture Secretary Francisco P. Tiu Laurel Jr. has approved new guidelines for importing up to 25,000 metric tons of various fish and seafood starting March 2025 to ensure market stability and prevent price surges. The initiative aims to supplement the domestic supply while ensuring that local fishermen remain unaffected. “This will also add variety in the … [Read more...] about DA Chief approves fish import guidelines to stabilize supply and prices
Davao City completes 2nd solar-powered irrigation system in Paquibato
Demonstration of Solar Irrigation photo sourced from NIA DAVAO CITY – The City Government of Davao, through the City Agriculturist Office (CAgrO), has completed the installation of its second Solar-Powered Irrigation System (SPIS) in Barangay Malabog, Paquibato District, as part of its efforts to boost agricultural productivity and ensure climate-resilient irrigation for … [Read more...] about Davao City completes 2nd solar-powered irrigation system in Paquibato
