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Road Haulage Workers Rally Against NLEX Toll Increase in Manila

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Thousands of truck drivers convene in a peaceful display of resistance against the recent toll fee augmentation on the North Luzon Expressway. MANILA – On Wednesday, a crowd estimated in the thousands, consisting primarily of truck drivers, gathered in a peaceful demonstration against the recently implemented toll fee hike on the North Luzon Expressway (NLEX). […]

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International Support for the Philippines Solidifies on 7th Anniversary of Landmark WPS Verdict

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Countries worldwide rally in support of the Philippines, reaffirming their backing for the country’s maritime rights, as we mark the 7th anniversary of the pivotal West Philippine Sea ruling. MANILA – This week marks the seventh anniversary of the historic ruling by the Permanent Court of Arbitration in The Hague, a pivotal moment that favored

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Bongbong Marcos Proposes the Elimination of Unnecessary Telco Work Permits

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Marcos aims to fast-track the development of the Philippines’ telecommunications sector by minimizing bureaucratic red tape. MANILA – Presidential hopeful Bongbong Marcos made headlines today as he proposed to eliminate what he deems as “needless” work permits in the telecommunications industry. He argues that these excessive bureaucratic regulations hinder the growth and development of the

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Labor Disputes and Wage Concerns Deter Foreign Investment in Philippines, According to Zubiri

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Senator Juan Miguel Zubiri underscores the increasing caution of foreign investors towards the Philippines, citing persistent labor issues and wage concerns. MANILA – In a recent statement, Senator Juan Miguel Zubiri expressed concern over foreign investors’ growing hesitation towards investing in the Philippines due to persistent labor disputes and wage issues. Zubiri, a veteran lawmaker

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Marcos’ First Year in Office Overshadowed by Inflation Woes and Filipinos’ Struggling Wages

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Despite earning ‘starvation wages,’ Filipinos grapple with the escalating inflation that marked the first year of Marcos’ tenure. MANILA – President Marcos’ first year in office has been marked by inflationary challenges that have hit the country hard, leading to an economic downturn and an increasingly difficult living situation for Filipinos. This has led to

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Gadon’s P278,434 Monthly Salary as Cabinet Member Raises Questions on Prudence

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(June 29, 2023) – Recent revelations about Cabinet member Gadon’s monthly salary of P278,434 have stirred controversy and sparked debate about fiscal prudence within the government. Gadon, whose exact role in the Cabinet remains undisclosed, has come under scrutiny for what critics claim is an extravagant salary in a country where the average government official

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Potential US-China Conflict: Dire Consequences for the Philippines

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Duterte warns PH will be a ‘target’ of possible US-China war amid boosted American military presence. In conclusion, the Philippines, like many other nations within this contested sphere, must play a delicate balancing act between these superpowers. The potential fallout of a US-China war would be catastrophic for these players and the world at large.

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