The President has made a categorical statement that he did not issue any order to effect the arrest of Sen. Ronald dela Rosa. If that is truly the case, then the public deserves to know: under whose authority were agents of the National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) operating within the Senate premises? Who gave the…
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“Itago n’yo ‘yung CCTV.”Kung pagbabasehan ang real-time footage na kuha matapos ang shooting incident, malinaw na ang aking sinabi ay pagsang-ayon sa naging usapan na i-secure at pangalagaan ang CCTV footage na maaaring magsilbing mahalagang ebidensya sa insidente ng pamamaril. Sa gitna ng kaguluhan, agarang ipinag-utos ni Senate President Alan Peter Cayetano ang pag-secure ng…
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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…
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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…
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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,…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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 –…
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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,…
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