On new law on free legal aid for uniformed personnel Jinggoy: Justice for our heroes is now within reach WITH the signing into law of the landmark measure providing free legal assistance to military and uniformed personnel (MUP) facing service-related charges, Senate President Pro Tempore Jinggoy Ejercito Estrada said Republic Act No. 12177 would ensure…
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Although China has denied the accusations, our concerned government agencies must thoroughly investigate and hold accountable those attempting to influence our democratic process, whether they are foreign entities or local collaborators. Minsan na tayong nabudol ng isang Alice Guo. Matuto na tayo. Dapat maging mapanuri rin ang publiko sa pagpili ng mga kandidato at alamin…
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In a heartfelt recognition of her unparalleled legacy in music, television, and film, Senate President Pro Tempore Jinggoy Ejercito Estrada has filed a resolution expressing the upper chamber’s profound sympathy and condolences to the family of Pilita Corrales, and honoring her extraordinary life and achievements as an iconic singer, songwriter, and actress. Pilita Corrales, born…
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Senate President Pro Tempore Jinggoy Ejercito Estrada has filed a resolution honoring the life and achievements of National Artist for Film and Broadcast Arts Nora Aunor, and expressing the Senate’s profound sympathy and sincere condolences to her family on her passing – the one and only “Superstar” of Philippine cinema. “Nora Aunor’s contributions to advancing…
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Senate President Pro Tempore Jinggoy Ejercito Estrada has filed a resolution sending condolences to the Vatican and expressing sympathy on the death of Pope Francis, the Supreme Pontiff of the Roman Catholic Church, who passed away on April 21, 2025 at the age of 88. In Senate Resolution No. 1342, Estrada honors Pope Francis, born…
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It is with profound sorrow that we learn of the passing of His Holiness Pope Francis. As a devout Catholic, I find it difficult to express the depth of my feelings in losing such a spiritual and compassionate leader. He brought hope and healing to over a billion Catholics, including countless Filipinos, especially the survivors…
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Isa ako sa milyon-milyong Filipino na nakikiramay sa pamilya ng Pambansang Alagad ng Sining, isang haligi sa mundo ng telebisyon at pelikulang Filipino na si Nora Aunor. Isang tunay na inspirasyon si Ate Guy sa pagpupunyagi sa buhay gamit ang angking talento upang maabot ang tugatog ng tagumpay. Sa bawat pagganap sa pelikula at pag-angkin…
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Having steered in the Senate the concurrence to the presidential proclamations granting amnesty to rebels and insurgents, I am pleased to hear that the process facilitating their safe and lawful reintegration to our society has begun. This decisive move is not only an affirmation of our government’s commitment to peace and reconciliation but also a…
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The continued decline in the unemployment rate to 3.8 percent in February, down from 4.3 percent along with the decrease in underemployment from 13.1 percent to 10.1 no longer comes as a surprise. As I shared during the general debate at the Inter-Parliamentary Union (IPU) Assembly in Tashkent, Uzbekistan, the country has experienced notable and…
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Report to IPU-Asia Pacific Group Meeting TASHKENT, Uzbekistan – The ASEAN+3, which includes Southeast Asian countries along with China, Japan and South Korea, wants regional solidarity to address the urgent situation in Myanmar, which has been worsened by a recent devastating earthquake, Senate President Pro Tempore Jinggoy Ejercito Estrada has said. Estrada relayed the message…
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