Insofar as the laws are concerned, the singing and playing of the Philippine national anthem is governed by law, RA 8491. Section 38 of RA 8491 stipulates that whenever the national anthem is played at a public gathering, it must adhere to the musical arrangement and composition by Julian Felipe. Additionally, attendees are expected to…
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SENATE President Pro Tempore Jinggoy Ejercito Estrada has filed a resolution commending and congratulating Alas Pilipinas for bagging the historic bronze medal in the 2024 Asian Volleyball Confederation (AVC) Challenge Cup for Women, the first national team to reach the semifinals in the said competition in 63 years. “The entire nation celebrates their historic victory…
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Gaslighting. That seems to be the latest tactic China appeared to have employed to divert public attention to the fact that they have, and it has been caught on video, harassed our troops as they tried to intercept the supply packages airdropped by a military aircraft for those stationed in the BRP Sierra Madre. China…
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Senate President Pro Tempore Jinggoy Ejercito Estrada has filed a resolution expressing the Senate’s sympathy and condolences on the death of veteran film director and comic strip creator Carlo J. Caparas who passed away on May 25 at the age of 80. “His passing is a great loss for the Philippine comics and cinema industry,…
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Unacceptable, an affront to humanity, a callous act that must be met with the utmost condemnation not only by our government but the international community as well. As I call upon our government to continue asserting our sovereignty and safeguard the welfare of our soldiers stationed at the Ayungin Shoal, I urge our international allies…
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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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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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I have been and still am not in favor of legalizing divorce in our country. Instead of pushing for an absolute divorce law, which is proscribed by the Constitution, perhaps a bill with a well-defined ground for nullifying a marriage would be a much welcomed alternative. In fact, I filed a bill during the 15th…
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The enactment into law of Republic Act No. 11996, “An Act Protecting the Welfare of Workers in the Movie and Television Industry” also known as the “Eddie Garcia Law” is a significant milestone in protecting and promoting the welfare of industry stakeholders. Finally, we have a law that ensures better safety and working conditions for…
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Despite the seriousness of the issues that former PDEA agent Jonathan Morales is facing before the Senate — particularly his lying under oath before the Committee on Public Order and Dangerous Drugs — I have decided to also give my consent to releasing him from Senate detention because of humanitarian considerations. Binigyan ko ng konsiderasyon…
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