MANILA (September 1) – Senators on Monday pressed businesswoman Sarah Discaya to explain why her family’s construction firms repeatedly secured flood control and infrastructure projects of the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH). At the Senate Blue Ribbon Committee hearing, Senate President Pro Tempore Jinggoy Estrada noted that Discaya’s nine companies appeared … [Read more...] about Senators question alleged favoritism in DPWH Flood Control Contracts
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Marcos accepts Bonoan resignation, appoints Vince Dizon as new DPWH Chief
MANILA (August 31) – President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. has accepted the resignation of Public Works and Highways Secretary Manuel M. Bonoan, effective September 1, 2025. In his resignation letter, Bonoan expressed his support for the President’s call for accountability, transparency, and reform within the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH). To steer the agency … [Read more...] about Marcos accepts Bonoan resignation, appoints Vince Dizon as new DPWH Chief
DPWH Chief Bonoan rejects calls to resign amid flood control project controversies
MANILA (August 31) – Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) Secretary Manuel Bonoan on Saturday said he will not resign despite mounting calls for him to step down over alleged irregularities in flood control projects. In a video message posted on the official DPWH Facebook page, Bonoan said resignation is not the solution, stressing that he is ready to take full … [Read more...] about DPWH Chief Bonoan rejects calls to resign amid flood control project controversies
DPWH, JICA celebrate breakthrough of Southbound Tunnel in Davao Bypass
DAVAO CITY (August 31) – A major milestone in Philippine infrastructure was achieved on Friday, August 29, 2025, as the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) held a ceremonial breakthrough for the Southbound Tunnel of the Davao City Bypass Construction Project (DCBCP). The event marked the successful connection of the tunnel’s north and south ends. The 2.3-kilometer … [Read more...] about DPWH, JICA celebrate breakthrough of Southbound Tunnel in Davao Bypass
Marcos orders DA to lead 60-Day suspension of rice imports
MANILA (August 31) – President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. has issued Executive Order (EO) No. 93, mandating the Department of Agriculture (DA) to lead and oversee the 60-day suspension of the importation of regular milled and well-milled rice. According to the order signed on August 29, the suspension will take effect from September 1 to October 30, 2025, unless shortened or … [Read more...] about Marcos orders DA to lead 60-Day suspension of rice imports
