Gov't agri policy push cited as output hits 5-year high

Manila, Jan. 29 -- Senator Francis Pangilinan on Thursday welcomed the reported rebound of the agriculture sector in 2025, citing that government interventions helped lift farm output to its highest l... Read More

Lacson seeks higher pay, stronger protection for sanitation inspectors

Manila, Jan. 29 -- Sanitation inspectors may soon receive higher pay and improved working conditions under a bill filed by Senate President Pro Tempore Panfilo Lacson. Lacson said on Thursday that he... Read More

Blue Ribbon to propose creation of Ombudsman law enforcement unit

Manila, Jan. 29 -- The Senate Blue Ribbon Committee is set to recommend legislative reforms to strengthen the Office of the Ombudsman following its investigation into alleged irregularities in flood c... Read More

FDA chief faces Senate scrutiny over online drug risks

Manila, Jan. 27 -- The chief of the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) came under Senate scrutiny Tuesday as he defended ongoing reforms while lawmakers raised concerns over delayed approvals and the ... Read More

Senate reaffirms PH-SoKor ties built on trust, cooperation

Manila, Jan. 27 -- The Senate leadership reaffirmed Tuesday that the relationship between the Philippines and the Republic of Korea is highly valued, built on trust and friendship forged at a defining... Read More

Classroom, health measures get Senate nod

Manila, Jan. 26 -- The Senate on Monday approved three priority measures covering classroom construction and national health programs, all passing unanimously with 22 affirmative votes, no negative vo... Read More

DA order freezing land conversion a buffer vs. food insecurity

Manila, Jan. 26 -- A Department of Agriculture (DA) order freezing land conversion serves as a buffer against worsening food insecurity, Senator Francis Pangilinan said on Monday. DA Sec. Francisco T... Read More

Senators back 'boots on the ground' reforms for farm cooperatives

Manila, Jan. 26 -- Sen. Francis Pangilinan on Monday called for structural reforms to strengthen farmers' and fishers' organizations, saying agriculture modernization needs effective extension service... Read More

Ejercito sees anti-dynasty bill as opening politics to new leaders

Manila, Jan. 23 -- Proposed anti-political dynasty legislation could help open Philippine politics to new leaders by giving qualified Filipinos outside established political families a fair chance to ... Read More

Ejercito denies neglect, cites procedural limits in ethics cases

Manila, Jan. 23 -- Senator Joseph Victor Ejercito on Friday denied allegations of neglect in acting on ethics complaints, saying the panel is procedurally barred from conducting hearings as it has not... Read More

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