While bicameral deliberations on the national budget have traditionally been held behind closed doors to reconcile the differing versions of the two Houses of Congress, I am not opposed to any initiative that promotes transparency and strengthens public trust in our institutions. In fact, I introduced Senate Bill No. 2251 in May 2023—a measure that…
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Landmark proposals in the 20th Congress FOR his 20 priority measures in the 20th Congress, Senate President Pro Tempore Jinggoy Ejercito Estrada has put forward proposals aimed at improving the lives of ordinary Filipinos — from the elderly, to government workers, and to jobseekers —while also championing reforms that promote safer communities and future-proof essential…
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Diplomacy should always prioritize tact over aggression, and dialogue must take precedence over hostility. I stand with those who strongly advocate for restraint, open communication, and the de-escalation of the armed conflict between Israel and Iran. Malayo man ang kaguluhang ito, hindi natin maiwasang mag-alala sa lumalalang sitwasyon lalo na’t hindi na mabilang ang mga…
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I urge all our kababayans in Israel to stay connected with our Philippine Embassy personnel for safety updates, advisories, and access to any immediate assistance they may need. While Malacañang has assured that contingency plans are in place for those who wish to return home—along with additional measures to assist those injured, displaced, or rendered…
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SENATE President Pro Tempore Jinggoy Ejercito Estrada backed the reform initiatives of newly appointed Philippine National Police (PNP) chief Gen. Nicolas Torre III, saying that ramping up efforts on police response is not only necessary but long overdue. “Mahalagang-mahalaga na may tiwala ang publiko sa kapulisan. Kapag nakikita nilang may integridad at propesyonalismo ang mga…
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I call on our maritime and naval forces to enhance vigilance and increase patrols, as well as to take proactive measures in monitoring potential threats or violations by Chinese ships and militia vessels in the West Philippine Sea. The incident that occurred on Saturday, June 7, when a Chinese vessel ran aground near Pag-asa Island—just…
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09 June 2025PRESS RELEASE PH first in the region and in the worldJinggoy: ‘Declaration of State of Imminent Disaster’ bill, a critical step in shifting from reactive to preventive approach A groundbreaking measure that establishes the concept of anticipatory action to reduce the impacts of forecasted hazards before they occur – that’s how Senate President…
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SAYING that it has failed to deliver its promised benefits, Senate President Pro Tempore Jinggoy Ejercito Estrada has proposed the removal of the mandatory Senior High School (SHS) level under the K to 12 program in a bid to rationalize the country’s basic education system. “Ever since this education reform was put in place, it…
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While among the functions and responsibilities of the Senate is to act as an impeachment court, its primary mandate is to legislate – to craft, deliberate, and pass laws that promote the general welfare of the people. The passage of the priority bills should take precedence as asserted by Senate President Francis “Chiz” Escudero as…
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Sandy Cay, also known as Pag-asa Cay 2, and the nearby Pag-asa Island are part of the Kalayaan Group of Islands (KIG) and have never been within China’s territory, not even in their wildest dreams. No amount of absurd and baseless claims can justify the China Coast Guard’s aggressive actions, which have recklessly endangered the…
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