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Reunion of press secretaries: Did Andanar ask for tips?
It s been part of tradition for past and present press secretaries to hold fellowship meetings
Coloma denies Andanar's corruption allegations in NPO, APO
It is his duty to first verify the accuracy of reports being fed to him before he discusses these publicly says former Palace Communications Secretary Sonny Coloma on his successor
Media, gov’t need not be enemies – Coloma
Never again should there be prior restraint on the exercise of freedom of expression and of the press Palace Communications Secretary Herminio Coloma Jr says in his final news briefing
Philippine gov't on Brexit: Do not be complacent
The Philippines says it has strong macroeconomic fundamentals that would cushion the impact of Britain s departure from the EU but adds there is no room for complacency
Most Aquino Cabinet members richer in 2015
The assets lists of 5 Cabinet members are not yet available: Foreign Affairs Secretary Jose Rene Almendras Transportation Secretary Joseph Emilio Abaya Justice Secretary Emmanuel Caparas Trade Secretary Adrian Cristobal and Socioeconomic Planning Secretary Emmanuel Esguerra
Palace, Binay lead tributes for ex-Senate leader Maceda
Senate President Franklin Drilon says the chamber is coordinating with the family for a necrological service for the late senator
Will vetoed bill drive more PH nurses abroad?
President Benigno Aquino III says the proposed increase in the pay of entry level nurses will have dire financial consequences on public and private health institutions but a nurses group dismisses this as speculative
Qatar pardons 15 imprisoned OFWS on Ramadan
The Emir usually issues pardons twice a year – on Qatar National Day every December 18 and during the holy month of Ramadan
New PCOO chief to propose nat'l comms strategy for media
Among the government channels the former TV5 news anchor will supervise are PTV 4 the Philippine Broadcasting Service Radyo ng Bayan the Philippine Information Agency the Philippine News Agency and the National Printing Office
Palace on Duterte's promise of change: 'Wait and see'
The president is the principal architect of our international relations so it s better if we wait for the next president s official policy on foreign affairs a Palace official says
Can a president-elect use PTV4 for official announcements?
Palace Communications Secretary Herminio Coloma Jr who oversees PTV4 weighs in on president elect Rodrigo Duterte s use of state media prior to his inauguration
Aquino: 'I'm leaving behind a much better Philippines'
President Benigno Aquino III says as soon as he steps down on June 30 he can proudly tell Filipinos: Tumotoo ako sa inyo Tumupad ako sa mandatong kaloob ng aking mga Boss
Palace: 3,500 arrested so far for gun ban violations
Malacañang assures the public that security forces are capable enough to prevent election related violence especially in the coming days
Robredo, Escudero: Duterte's rape joke sends wrong signal to public
3rd UPDATE The vice presidential candidates say a serious crime like rape should never be turned into a laughing matter
Aquino: Tighten airport security after Brussels explosions
UPDATED This comes as thousands of Filipinos prepare to travel to their provinces for the Holy Week break
Palace: PH bent on staying away from dirty money 'gray list'
This comes amid reports that 100 million in dirty money ended up being laundered in local casinos
Aquino signs EO granting pay hike for gov't workers
UPDATED The executive order also provides additional benefits for both civilian and military uniformed personnel
Foreign affairs chief Del Rosario resigns
The resignation of Foreign Secretary Albert del Rosario takes effect on March 7 the Office of the President says
Philippines concerned over 'emerging' terror threat
Our security forces are well aware of the emerging threat and have been conducting operations to prevent terror acts anywhere in the country says a joint Philippine military and police statement after the Jakarta attacks
Infra projects to ease traffic to continue beyond 2016 – Palace
Various infrastructure projects to ease traffic are expected to be completed in 2016 or 2017 but Malacañang says completion won t be affected by the change in administration
Palace on 'bullet scam': Airports have help desks
Malacañang says of the bullet scam that has alarmed OFWs and travelers: There are already officials deployed in airports We have public assistance desks
Palace to UN body: Only PH courts can decide on Gloria Arroyo
The Philippine government or any international body for that matter cannot interfere nor influence the course of an independent judicial proceeding says Malacañang
Gov't to probe alleged special treatment of Reyes brothers
The probe comes after the Reyes brothers alleged masterminds in the 2011 murder of journalist Gerry Ortega held a press conference at the Puerto Princesa city jail
Palace on Syrian refugees: Filipinos are our priority
Malacañang does not give a categorical answer on whether or not the Philippines will admit Syrian refugees We need to ensure that what we are doing for our fellow Filipinos is enough because they are our priority
Palace on failed PH FIBA bid: 'No shame'
Malacañang says the Philppine delegation did its best to present the country as a worthy host of the 2019 FIBA World Cup
PH to China: Stop construction, provocative acts in West PH Sea
The Philippines reiterates the call after China announces that it s done with its massive reclamation in the disputed area but not its construction activities
Japan pledges $2B loan for North-South commuter rail project
This is the largest loan package of the Japanese government to a development partner says the Philippine Department of Foreign Affairs
Philippines cheers growing outcry over disputed sea
Sec Coloma: there are additional voices supporting our move for a peaceful resolution to the debate over the South China Sea West Philippine Sea
Palace to Binay: 'Back your claims with data'
Matalino po ang mga Pilipino naghahanap ng konkretong batayan Di po maaaring malinlang sa madamdaming bigkas ng mga kataga says Palace Communications Secretary Herminio Coloma Jr
Palace tells Cabinet: No ‘politicking’
The reminder comes amid calls for the resignation of Cabinet officials who are planning to join the 2016 race
Sea row pulls down Philippines in peace index
In the Asia Pacific region the Philippines is now second to the last in the Global Peace Index besting only North Korea which ranks 153rd
Palace to Binay: Consider budget in raising village execs' pay
Communications Secretary Herminio Coloma Jr says Binay s proposal to give regular compensation to barangay officials must be carefully studied
Philippines vows tips, not aid, in Rohingya meeting
The Department of Foreign Affairs says there is at the moment no need for the Philippines to accept Rohingya refugees
Rohingya migrants reached PH in 2014
The United Nations refugee agency calls the Philippines a beacon of hope for thousands of refugees
Pope and Rohingya: Migrant pontiff backs refugees
In this globalized world we have fallen into globalized indifference We have become used to the suffering of others: it doesn’t affect me; it doesn’t concern me; it’s none of my business
PH to join regional meeting on Rohingya
Hosted by Thailand on May 29 the meeting will include officials from 15 countries including Indonesia Malaysia Bangladesh and Myanmar
Yolanda rehab to limit Philippines' Rohingya aid
The Philippines says it is constrained by resource limitations in the face of calls to help up to 7 000 Rohingya boat people
De Lima proposes rescue ships for Rohingya
The justice chief says however that for now the best the Philippines can offer is to share and exchange notes on boat people with neighboring countries
PH weighs 'big population' in helping boat people
We need to balance our international commitments and our national interest the Philippine Department of Foreign Affairs says
Travel docs 'not expected' from boat people – PH
Justice Secretary Leila de Lima says nearly 3 000 Rohingya boat people in search for a home are stateless and may not have passports
PH open to sheltering 3,000 'boat people'
UPDATED The Palace denies a newspaper report that says the Philippines will push back to sea the boat people from Myanmar and Bangladesh
Philippine envoy's body to arrive from Pakistan
The late Ambassador Lucenario is credited for spearheading the Philippines transition to machine readable passports
Aquino, VP Binay mourn death of PH ambassador to Pakistan
Top leaders of the country convey their condolences to the family of Philippine Ambassador to Pakistan Domingo Lucenario Jr who died in a helicopter crash in Pakistan
US firms express interest in PH investments
Executives of US firms with Philippine operations also tell President Benigno Aquino III in a roundtable discussion that they are greatly satisfied with the competence and talent of their Filipino workers
Palace: More take-home pay, workers' benefits under Aquino
Malacañang updates the public on administration efforts to improve workers welfare on the eve of Labor Day
Aquino wants faster Yolanda rehabilitation
Malacañang says government efforts are just as massive as the effect of the disaster but the President wants to see an increase in the pace of the implementation
Did heaven send Aquino a message?
Your enemy might be in your own family Manila Archbishop Luis Antonio Cardinal Tagle says in a Mass for the 29th EDSA Revolution anniversary
Palace wants more 'concrete proof' of commitment from MILF
If the Moro Islamic Liberation Front does not comply with the other government requests it would show a lack of commitment to the peace process says Malacañang
Palace vows jobs, college aid for 'SAF 44' families
The government will finalize these forms of assistance in the next few days the Office of the President says
Palace: Leyte roads, airport ready for Pope's arrival
The government is preparing for the facilities in Leyte for the Pope s visit in January
