Category: Press Release

Jinggoy seeks highest Senate recognition for Team Philippines’ historic 5th place finish in Asian Beach Games

May 6, 2026

SENATOR Jinggoy Ejercito Estrada has filed Senate Resolution No. 377 seeking the upper chamber’s highest commendation for the 101-strong Philippine contingent to the Asian Beach Games for delivering the country’s highest-ever finish in the history of the regional competition. The team’s fifth-place finish overall — next to host China, Thailand, Iran, and Vietnam — marks a significant…
Read more

Statement on the commemoration of Labor Day

May 1, 2026

As we pay tribute to the more than 52 million-strong Filipino workforce—the backbone of our economy and the lifeblood of our communities—we must give due recognition to their tireless efforts and sacrifices, especially as they bear the brunt of the ongoing global oil supply crisis and the rising cost of living. Pasan nila ang patuloy…
Read more

Statement on the Senate LBRMO’s finding that no insertions were made in the DPWH 2025 budget

April 28, 2026

From the very beginning, when this controversy surrounding the alleged questionable flood control projects surfaced, I have been consistent—and have repeatedly maintained—that the accusations against me are baseless, reckless, and utterly unsupported by any credible evidence. I have been an active participant in the Senate investigation on this matter because I know, without any doubt,…
Read more

Jinggoy commends Gilas Women’s historic silver in FIBA 3×3 Asia Cup, seeks Senate commendation

April 8, 2026

FOR giving the country its first-ever podium finish in the prestigious continental tournament and elevating the Philippines’ standing in international basketball, Senator Jinggoy Ejercito Estrada is seeking a Senate commendation for the Gilas Pilipinas Women’s team for winning the historic silver medal in the FIBA 3×3 Asia Cup held in Singapore from April 1 to…
Read more

Statement on China exploiting Middle East tensions to expand presence in the West Philippines Sea

April 1, 2026

This is unacceptable and deeply concerning. Multiple studies indicate that the West Philippine Sea holds significant untapped oil and natural gas resources. Any attempt to exploit the situation—at a time when global attention is focused on the ongoing conflict in the Middle East—not only undermines our sovereignty, but also threatens regional security and the rules-based…
Read more

Statement on the signing into law of Republic Act No. 12316, allowing the President to reduce or suspend excise taxes on petroleum products

March 25, 2026

I voted a resounding “yes” and even co-authored this urgent measure when it wasdeliberated in the Senate. The President’s move shows a genuine commitment to help ease the burden of the Filipino people amid skyrocketing fuel prices. Lahat tayo ay apektado ng patuloy na pagtaas ng presyo ng langis—at kasunod nito, ang pagmahal ng mga…
Read more

Jinggoy proposes expansion of SSS’ cash aid to laid-off workers

March 13, 2026

A lifeline for OFWs, workers during periods of joblessnessJinggoy proposes expansion of SSS’ cash aid to laid-off workers SENATOR Jinggoy Ejercito Estrada is pushing to expand the unemployment benefits of the Social Security System (SSS) to strengthen the safety net for workers who have lost their jobs due to layoffs, retrenchment, or company closures –…
Read more

Jinggoy backs PBBM’s push to ease biofuels rules as pump prices soar

March 10, 2026

AS the global oil supply crisis pushes fuel prices higher, Senator Jinggoy Ejercito Estrada expressed his support to Malacañang’s call for Congress to amend the country’s biofuels policy by giving the government flexibility in implementing biofuel requirements to help cushion the impact of fuel price shocks on consumers.  Estrada said his Senate Bill No. 1485,…
Read more

Statement of Senator Jinggoy Ejercito Estrada regarding his question to Gilas women prospect Elizabeth Means

March 6, 2026

It was simply a friendly banter between Senator Francis Pangilinan and myself. It may not be widely known, but Senator Pangilinan’s wife, Ms. Sharon Cuneta, is a dear friend of mine, and our friendship goes back many years — long before I entered politics.As for the question directed at Ms. Elizabeth Jeanette Means, it was…
Read more

Statement on Rising Global Oil Prices Amid Ongoing Airstrikes in the Middle East

March 5, 2026

Lubos na nakakabahala ang patuloy na pagtaas ng global oil prices dulot ng tumitinding tensyon sa Middle East. Kapag tumataas ang presyo ng krudo, kasunod nito ang pagtaas ng presyo ng gasolina, pamasahe, at mga pangunahing bilihin—dagdag pasanin na naman ito sa mga pamilyang Pilipino. Umaasa ako na may nakahandang hakbang ang pamahalaan upang maibsan…
Read more

© 2026 Jinggoy Ejercito Estrada. Ingeniously Conceived by Studio Sixteen.