Senators on Monday took their oath as judges to begin the impeachment trial of Vice President Sara Duterte, pledging “to do impartial justice according to the Constitution and laws of the Philippines.” Duterte, impeached last week by the House, faces charges including constitutional violations, graft, unexplained wealth, and allegedly plotting to assassinate President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. A Senate summons requires her to respond within 10 calendar days and later appear for the trial. Conviction will need 16 senators’ votes.
President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. has ordered an urgent restoration of key transmission lines after recent power disruptions hit multiple areas across Luzon.
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East West Banking Corporation has launched a voluntary Personal Equity and Retirement Account (PERA) contribution program for employees, allowing them to save and invest more conveniently through accredited PERA products.
Broadband and technology provider Converge ICT Solutions Inc. has partnered with the Danao City local government to strengthen the city’s digital infrastructure and improve public services.
NorthPort is making steady headway on its three-year terminal upgrade program, advancing rehabilitation works to strengthen port infrastructure and support the Philippines’ growing trade demands.
The National Food Authority (NFA) is struggling to meet the government’s 15-day rice buffer stock requirement as stagnant funding, limited storage and inadequate logistics constrain its ability to buy more palay from Filipino farmers.
The Philippines’ tourism ambitions face a major hurdle as inadequate healthcare in popular destinations and high operating costs discourage investment in medical facilities.
The Asian Development Bank (ADB) is ready to provide the Philippines with up to USD500 million in emergency financing to help address disasters, including the potential impact of a severe El Niño episode, although the government has yet to request additional assistance.
From a once-contested solution to Metro Manila’s provincial bus congestion, PITX is positioning itself for a bigger role in the country’s transport system as passenger traffic approaches its design capacity.