Gentleman par excellence: Senator Jinggoy Ejercito Estrada immediately congratulated his successor, Senator Panfilo Lacson, who was elected Senate President Pro Tempore during Monday’s plenary session, September 8, 2025. In his speech, Estrada said he is ready to lead when needed and will always work behind the scenes to keep the institution running with integrity and…
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BUILDING on the gains from the enactment of the “Ligtas Pinoy Centers Act,” Senate President Pro Tempore Jinggoy Ejercito Estrada has introduced twin measures to chart a broader disaster-ready blueprint for the country — landmark legislations that seek to revolutionize the Philippines’ disaster preparedness and response system. Among Estrada’s pet bills for the 20th Congress…
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At 46, former Senator Manny Pacquiao defied age and expectations. Although he fell short in reclaiming the WBC welterweight belt, he proved that he is indeed a legend—few professional boxers could match the level of skill and heart he displayed in the ring. Sa totoo lang, nandun pa rin ang tatak Manny Pacquiao sa laban…
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Magpakatotoo tayo. Ang kasalukuyang minimum wage ng mga manggagawa sa pribadong sektor sa iba’t ibang rehiyon na nasa P361 hanggang P645 ay hindi sapat upang bumuhay ng kahit isang maliit na pamilya sa araw-araw. Based on consultations with various stakeholders during the Senate hearings on the proposed legislated wage increase–which I conducted as the then…
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While bicameral deliberations on the national budget have traditionally been held behind closed doors to reconcile the differing versions of the two Houses of Congress, I am not opposed to any initiative that promotes transparency and strengthens public trust in our institutions. In fact, I introduced Senate Bill No. 2251 in May 2023—a measure that…
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Diplomacy should always prioritize tact over aggression, and dialogue must take precedence over hostility. I stand with those who strongly advocate for restraint, open communication, and the de-escalation of the armed conflict between Israel and Iran. Malayo man ang kaguluhang ito, hindi natin maiwasang mag-alala sa lumalalang sitwasyon lalo na’t hindi na mabilang ang mga…
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I urge all our kababayans in Israel to stay connected with our Philippine Embassy personnel for safety updates, advisories, and access to any immediate assistance they may need. While Malacañang has assured that contingency plans are in place for those who wish to return home—along with additional measures to assist those injured, displaced, or rendered…
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SENATE President Pro Tempore Jinggoy Ejercito Estrada backed the reform initiatives of newly appointed Philippine National Police (PNP) chief Gen. Nicolas Torre III, saying that ramping up efforts on police response is not only necessary but long overdue. “Mahalagang-mahalaga na may tiwala ang publiko sa kapulisan. Kapag nakikita nilang may integridad at propesyonalismo ang mga…
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Manifestation of SJE on PSR 1372 Commending the Senate President Pro Tempore for His Dedicated Service Senator Jinggoy Ejercito Estrada 10 June 2025 Mr. President, I am truly honored, at the same time deeply humbled, by the gesture of the Senate leadership, in particular, Senate President Chiz Escudero, who authored Proposed Senate Resolution No. 1372…
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Jinggoy endorses appointment of new DFA chief: Senate President Pro Tempore Jinggoy Ejercito Estrada endorses the nomination of Ma. Theresa P. Lazaro as secretary of the Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) during the final plenary session of the Commission on Appointments on Wednesday, June 11, 2025. Estrada, chairperson of the CA Committee on Foreign Affairs,…
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