Month: May 2024

Jinggoy fends off criticisms vs PH shift to territorial defense amid evolving security challenges

May 31, 2024

DESPITE the government’s focus shift from internal security to territorial defense, the country remains committed to resolving regional conflicts peacefully through dialogue and diplomatic channels, Senate President Pro Tempore Jinggoy Ejercito Estrada today said. Estrada made the assertion as he joined President Marcos Jr. in the ongoing 21st International Institute for Strategic Studies Shangri-La Dialogue…
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PHOTO RELEASE: Light moment at 2024 Shangri-La Dialogue

May 31, 2024

Light moment at 2024 Shangri-La Dialogue: Senate President Pro Tempore Jinggoy Ejercito Estrada shares a light moment with President Marcos Jr., Defense Secretary Gilbert Teodoro (second from right) and National Security Adviser Eduardo Año (rightmost) before the scheduled meeting with Singapore Prime Minister Lawrence Wong at the sidelines of the 21st Shangri-La Dialogue of the International Institute…
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PHOTO RELEASE: Meeting with former SG prime minister

May 31, 2024

Meeting with former SG prime minister: Senate President Pro Tempore Jinggoy Ejercito Estrada joins President Marcos Jr, and the rest of the Philippine delegation attending the 21st International Institute for Strategic Studies Shangri-La Dialogue in Singapore in meeting Singapore’s newest Senior Minister Lee Hsien Loong, Friday, May 31, 2024. Estrada is attending  the annual defense…
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Centennial Tribute: Jinggoy Estrada seeks to honor Eddie Romero

May 31, 2024

(POLITIKO) Senator Jinggoy Estrada has filed a resolution paying tribute to the late National Artist Eddie Romero on his 100th birth anniversary. “The legacy of Romero as a prolific writer, ambitious yet practical artist, should be recognized and celebrated, especially on July 7, 2024, which marks the 100th anniversary of his birth,” stated Estrada in…
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Jinggoy files resolution observing centennial birth anniversary of national artist Eddie Romero

May 30, 2024

SENATE President Pro Tempore Jinggoy Ejercito Estrada has filed a resolution commemorating the 100th birth anniversary and milestones in the Philippine cinema of National Artist Eddie Romero. “The legacy of Romero as a prolific writer, ambitious yet practical artist, should be recognized and celebrated, especially on July 7, 2024, which marks the 100th anniversary of…
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Jinggoy Estrada suggests changes to grounds for annulment instead of legalizing divorce

May 30, 2024

(POLITIKO) Senate President Pro Tempore Jinggoy Estrada has questioned the need to legalize divorce when annulment is an option for unhappy couples in the country. “I have been and still am not in favor of legalizing divorce in our country,” Estrada said on Tuesday (May 28). “Instead of pushing for an absolute divorce law, which…
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Accomplishment Report: As of end of Second Regular Session of the 19th Congress

May 29, 2024

Sa pagtatapos ng Second Regular Session ng 19th Congress, malugod kong ibinabahagi na 2 pang makabuluhang panukala ang naisabatas natin – ang Eddie Garcia Law at Caregivers’ Welfare Act. It has been a journey filled with hard work and determination to achieve this landmark legislation. I am grateful to be part of this milestone, contributing…
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Marcos signs “Eddie Garcia” law to protect movie, TV workers

May 29, 2024

(REPUBLIC ASIA) PRESIDENT Ferdinand Marcos Jr. recently signed the “Eddie Garcia” law, aptly named after the veteran actor who died from an accident while filming. Republic Act 1196, or “An Act Protecting the Welfare of Workers in the Movie and Television Industry,” seeks to protect the welfare and rights of those in both the television…
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Divorce bill uncertain with 5 senators opposed

May 29, 2024

(PHILSTAR) MANILA, Philippines — The fate of the divorce bill remains uncertain in the Senate, with five senators – including the Senate president – so far against it, according to Senate President Pro Tempore Jinggoy Estrada. Estrada surveyed 24 senators on their stance on the divorce bill. Among those who replied, Senate President Francis Escudero,…
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Estrada confirms Guo’s bf manages Tarlac POGO firm; keen on questioning mayor’s dad on wife’s citizenship

May 28, 2024

(MANILA BULLETIN) Senator Jinggoy Ejercito Estrada on Tuesday, May 28, said he is keen on questioning the father of Bamban, Tarlac Mayor Alice Leal Guo regarding the citizenship of his wife, Amelia Leal-Guo. Estrada had earlier asked the Senate Committee on Women, Children, Family Relations and Gender Equality to invite Guo’s father to attend the…
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