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:READ : The Malacañang, in Memorandum Circular 76 issued on Friday (Jan. 10, 2025), suspends work in government offices and classes in the cities of Manila and Pasay on Jan. 13, 2025, for the ‘National Rally for Peace’ of the . | Filane Cervantes

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Armed Forces of the Philippines chief Gen. Romeo Brawner Jr. says electing the right people who will serve the society will better address the country's problems rather than launching coups or setting up a military junta.

10/01/2025

LOOK : The Philippine Coast Guard vessel BRP Teresa Magbanuna has monitored on Thursday (Jan. 9, 2025) the presence of Chinese Coast Guard vessels along the coastline of Zambales province. The crew of the BRP Teresa Magbanua persistently issued radio challenges against these Chinese vessels, warning that they are operating within the exclusive economic zone of the Philippines in violation of Republic Act 12064 or the Philippine Maritime Zones Act, the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS) and the 2016 Arbitral Award.

"The PCG is steadfast in its mission to counteract these efforts and prevent any normalization of illegal deployment of CCG vessels. Under the guidance of Commandant Admiral Ronnie Gil Gavan, the PCG will continue to vigilantly monitor the illegal presence of the while employing a measured response that prioritizes the Philippines' national interests and aims to avoid escalation," PCG spokesperson for the Commodore Jay Tarriela said. | 📸 PCG

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MANILA – The Commission on Elections (Comelec) on Thursday urged aspirants in the May 2025 elections to take down billboards and other early campaigning materials as it is not yet the start of the campaign period. In an interview, Comelec Chairperson George Garcia warned that those who will…

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MANILA – Lawmakers said Thursday the survey showing that 41 percent of Filipinos support the impeachment of Vice President Sara Duterte underscores growing public frustration over her leadership and alleged misuse of funds. House of Representatives Assistant Majority Leader Jay Khonghun said the.....

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LOOK : NEDA Secretary Arsenio M. Balisacan and University of the Philippines Professor Emeritus of Public Administration Alex Bello Brillantes, Jr. hosted a meeting with delegates from the USAID - US Agency for International Development at the NEDA Main Office on January 9, 2025.

The discussions centered on exploring potential USAID investment opportunities to enhance the Philippines' economic resilience and foster sustainable growth.

USAID, a longstanding development partner of the Philippines, continues to support the country's progress through U.S. development financing, grants, and technical assistance.

The USAID delegation was led by Senior International Trade Advisor Bryan O'Byrne and included USAID Philippines Director for Economic Development and Governance Amy Lovejoy, Mission Economist Massa Dunnaville, Project Management Specialist Jose M. Mendoza, and other USAID Philippines representatives. Also joining the discussion from NEDA were Directors Danilo Lorenzo S. Atanacio, Joseph Norley Y. Capistrano, and Girlie Grace J. Casimiro-Igtiben.
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MANILA – The Commission on Election (Comelec) on Thursday announced that 403 areas nationwide have been identified as areas of concern for the May mid-term elections. In a press conference at Camp Crame, the Comelec said 38 areas were placed under the red category (areas with serious armed…

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MANILA – Malacañang has officially confirmed the reported virtual meeting between President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr., outgoing United States (US) President Joe Biden, and Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba. The “trilateral phone call” is scheduled for Sunday, Jan. 12, according to…

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LOOK : The AFP, PNP, COMELEC Heighten Unified Security Commitment for 2025 Elections

CAMP AGUINALDO, Quezon City—The Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP), the Philippine National Police (PNP), and the Commission on Elections (COMELEC) reaffirmed their commitment to ensuring a safe and orderly election process for the upcoming 2025 National, Local, and Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (BARMM) Parliamentary Elections during a Joint Press Conference today at the PNP Command Center, Camp Crame, Quezon City.

The press briefing was led by COMELEC Chairperson George Erwin Garcia, joined by AFP Chief of Staff General Romeo S Brawner Jr. and PNP Chief Police General Rommel D Marbil. Together, they outlined the government's comprehensive security measures to safeguard the electoral process and ensure the integrity of the elections.

In his address, General Brawner highlighted the readiness of the Armed Forces to deploy both personnel and resources for election-related operations. He stressed the importance of the Joint Security Control Centers (JSCCs), a vital initiative aimed at enhancing coordination between the AFP, PNP, and COMELEC.

The AFP, PNP, and COMELEC are working in close coordination to ensure that the 2025 elections will be conducted in a secure environment, where every Filipino voter can exercise their right to vote freely and without fear.

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09/01/2025

Military Coup Not a Solution: CSAFP Calls for Electoral Integrity

CAMP AGUINALDO, Quezon City—The Chief of Staff of the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP), General Romeo S Brawner Jr., highlighted that the call on military coup d’état or military junta is not a solution to societal issues during a press conference held today at the Philippine National Police (PNP) Command Center, Camp Crame, Quezon City.

In his address, General Brawner urged Filipinos to trust in the democratic process, and utilize the upcoming 2025 elections, as a platform to express their concerns and hopes for the future, "Maraming mga problema ang ating bayan, minsan ang naiisip na lang nilang solusyon ay ang military kudeta or military junta. Hindi po ito ang solusyon,” he said, reiterating that elections should be the focal point for change and societal progress.

General Brawner also emphasized that the elections offer an opportunity for citizens to voice their concerns through their votes, encouraging them to choose leaders who will work to correct societal issues "Our call to the people is to use this election as a platform to express our desires by voting for the right individuals who will serve the country and our society," General Brawner stated.

The AFP is fully committed to maintaining a free, secure, and peaceful 2025 election, working together with all relevant agencies to ensure that the voice of the Filipino people is heard and respected.

Courtesy : P9 SSg Ambay and PO3 Gonzales/PAOAFP