SENATE President Pro Tempore Jinggoy Ejercito Estrada is appealing for bipartisan support to his bill seeking to outlaw activities related to the use and manufacture of chemical weapons and establishing a verification mechanism for chemical industries to control toxic chemicals that can be diverted for the production of chemical weapons. Estrada, chairperson of the Senate…
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Adding teeth to workers’ right to form unionsJinggoy files bill criminalizing interference with labor unions, harassment of workers SENATE President Pro Tempore Jinggoy Ejercito Estrada is pushing for the approval of his proposal that seeks to boost the rights of workers to organize by making it a crime for employers and government authorities to interfere…
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SENATE President Pro Tempore Jinggoy Ejercito Estrada has filed a resolution seeking to commend 16-year-old Tachiana Kezhia Mangin for ending the Philippines’ 28-year wait for a gold medal at the 2024 World Taekwondo Junior Championships. Mangin secured victory in the women’s -49kg category, earning the country’s second gold medal in the competition since its inception…
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There have been precedents where former presidents were invited to shed light on pressing issues, so it will not be the first time for former Pres. Rodrigo Duterte. And in these proceedings, the Senate has demonstrated a high level of respect towards former presidents, including my father, while pursuing crucial information. To ensure justice and…
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I join our President in extending heartfelt gratitude to United Arab Emirates President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed for his benevolent decision to grant pardon to 143 of our kababayans who have committed minor offenses. This act of compassion and understanding brings immense relief to the families of those pardoned and strengthens the bonds of friendship…
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The enactment of the Self-Reliant Defense Posture Revitalization Act (SRDP) marks a significant milestone in bolstering the country’s defense capabilities and self-sufficiency as it supports the growth of enterprises engaged in the manufacture of military equipment and technology, Senate President Pro Tempore Jinggoy Ejercito Estrada today said. “This is a major step in strengthening the…
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Karapatan ng kahit na sinong Filipino ang iprisinta ang sarili sa taumbayan para manilbihan bilang isang lingkod bayan. Ang pribilehiyong ito na nakasaad sa ating Konstitusyon ay para lamang sa ating mga kapwa at hindi kailanman maaaring ibigay sa mga pekeng Filipino. Bukod sa pagiging isang tunay at walang bahid na pagdududa sa pagiging Filipino,…
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Immediately after the opening of the Second Regular Session of the current 19th Congress, I have already filed Senate Bill No. 2368 which seeks to amend our antiquated espionage laws under the Commonwealth Act No. 616 signed in 1941, and the Revised Penal Code which took effect in 1932. I proposed this legislation long before the Senate…
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The Senate took a collective stance as early as August of last year and adopted Resolution No. 79, condemning China’s repeated violations and aggressive actions. They urged the Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) and relevant agencies to take appropriate actions. Senators, crossing party lines, jointly urged our government to intensify its efforts to engage the international…
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IN addition to ensuring social welfare benefits and insurance for work-related incidents, including deaths, the recently enacted Republic Act No. 11996, also known as the “Eddie Garcia Act,” protects movie and television industry workers from all forms of workplace abuse, Senate President Pro Tempore Jinggoy Ejercito Estrada today said. Television and movie companies are likewise…
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