Category: GMA News
Marcos orders agencies to fully implement Sagip Sakap Act
President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr. on Saturday issued an executive order (EO) directing all agencies to fully implement a law that ensures the increase in productivity of farmers and fisherfolk through enterprise development and direct government procurement of their produce.
Malacañang touts business gains from new ASEAN, China trade pacts
Philippine businesses are set to gain new opportunities throughout the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) and with China following the signing of two trade agreements in Malaysia, top officials said over the weekend.
DOF eyes higher tax-exempt ceilings for private, public workers” benefits
The Department of Finance, along with the Bureau of Internal Revenue, is looking into raising the tax-exempt ceilings for the benefits being received by both private and public sector workers.
DBM approves P740.834-million replenishment for DSWD, OCD quick response
The Department of Budget and Management (DBM) on Friday said it has approved a total of P740.834 million additional replenishment for the quick response funds of the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) and the Department of National Defense-Office of Civil Defense (OCD).
DICT extends common tower licenses to 15 years
The Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT) announced Friday it has extended the license life of shared telecommunications tower infrastructures in the country as a part of efforts to cut red tape and provide tower companies a longer, faster leeway to build.
Smart COO Boy Martinez steps down
Smart Communications Inc. chief operating officer (COO) Anastacio “Boy” Martinez has stepped down from his post.
Chavit Singson, family turn over part of Metrowalk property to DOTr for subway project
Former Ilocos Sur Governor Luis “Chavit” Singson and his family have turned over a portion of their Metrowalk property to the Department of Transportation (DOTr) to give way for the construction of the Metro Manila Subway Project (MMSP).
Fuel price hike seen next week
Motorists should buckle up for a round of increase of fuel prices to be implemented in the coming week.
SEC wants companies to reveal beneficial owners, control ties
The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) wants companies to disclose controls that owners exercise, as the agency seeks to promote transparency and address gaps that enable corruption and financial crime in the Philippines.
PAL to add more flights to Australia, Japan, Seattle for holiday season
Flag carrier Philippine Airlines (PAL) on Thursday announced additional flights to Australia, Japan, Seattle, and other cities starting this month, in anticipation of the higher demand during the holiday season.
