DA chief inspects P19.7-B, Jalaur River Multipurpose Project in Iloilo
Agriculture Secretary Francisco P. Tiu Laurel, Jr. on Wednesday inspected the nearly-complete second phase of the Jalaur River Multipurpose Project (JRMP), a P19.7-billion infrastructure development of the National Irrigation Administration that will increase rice production and benefit 25,000 farmers and 4,500 indigenous people in Iloilo province.
Pantabangan aquaculture project designed to boost Ph food fish requirement
The Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources (BFAR) is optimistic that the Pantabangan Aquaculture Park Project in Nueva Ecija helps supply the country’s food fish requirement.
DOTr playing catch up, plans biometric use at airports to speed up air travel
The Philippines is looking to implement passenger biometrics to speed up airport processing and create a smoother travel experience, according to the Department of Transportation (DOTr).
Transportation Undersecretary for Aviation and Airports Sector Roberto Lim said biometrics processing will be from the airport’s entry up to boarding.
High collection efficiency rewards PPA with 25% more revenue in 2023 totaling P25.4B
State-run Philippine Ports Authority (PPA) on Wednesday reported generating revenue totaling P25.4 billion last year or 25 percent higher than only P20.4 billion in 2022.
BSP, Deutsche Bundesbank formalize capacity building ties
The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) and the Deutsche Bundesbank, the central bank of the Federal Republic of Germany, are partners in a capacity building program for BSP personnel under a recently signed memorandum of understanding.
