Context Dispatch
Impeachment a test of Senate’s integrity, say political analysts
As the Senate prepares for the impeachment proceedings against Vice President Sara Duterte, experts are emphasizing the vital role of accountability in sustaining political stability and public trust in the Philippines.
President Marcos initiates Cabinet revamp
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has requested the courtesy resignation of all Cabinet members following the midterm election setback.
DOH monitoring recent COVID-19 cases elsewhere in Southeast Asia
The Department of Health (DOH) said it is closely monitoring recent increases in COVID-19 cases elsewhere in Southeast Asia.
While the rise in cases has been noted in several neighboring countries, the DOH said there is currently no cause for alarm in the Philippines.
Romualdez secure 240-strong supermajority in House
House Deputy Speaker David “Jay-Jay” Suarez confirmed Saturday that Speaker Martin Romualdez enjoys the backing of over 240 lawmakers—securing a supermajority in the coming 20th Congress.
House leaders says Speaker Romualdez will retain Speakership in 20th Congress
DEPUTY Speaker David "Jay-Jay" Suarez and Mark Enverga, both from Quezon, are confident that Lakas-Christian Muslim Democrats (Lakas-CMD) President Ferdinand Martin G. Romualdez would remain Speaker in the 20th Congress.
