The decrease in the number of jobless Filipinos to 1.66 million, along with a reduction in underemployment to 10.8 percent, highlights our collective efforts to create more job opportunities for our growing workforce. While this is a positive development, our efforts must continue. It is essential to address the remaining challenges to ensure that a…
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(MANILA STANDARD) Senate President Pro Tempore Jinggoy Estrada expressed deep concern over the presence of China Coast Guard’s (CCG) largest vessel, dubbed ‘The Monster,’ in waters within the Philippines’ exclusive economic zone (EEZ). In a statement late Monday, Estrada said he was particularly bothered, considering the recent recovery of an underwater drone traced to China…
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(INQUIRER) MANILA, Philippines — The sighting of the Chinese Coast Guard’s monster ship after an underwater drone was discovered over waters off Masbate province is deeply concerning, Senate President Pro Tempore Jinggoy Estrada said on Monday. In a statement, Estrada warned the government about China’s continuous intrusive activities, noting that these should prompt the country…
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(POLITIKO) With the 2025 midterm elections barely five months away, politikos are taking advantage of every chance to get public exposure—with the 2024 Metro Manila Film Festival (MMFF) awards night providing them the opportunity to score free airtime. Six politikos running in the midterm polls shared the spotlight with celebrities at the 2024 MMFF Gabi…
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It is not only a legal obligation but a moral duty of employers to provide for the timely payment of the 13th month pay to their employees by the deadline set by law, which is today, December 24. As a moral obligation, our workforce deserves recognition for their hard work and dedication to their jobs. Malinaw…
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(INQUIRER) MANILA, Philippines — As Christmas approaches, senators urge employers to fulfill their moral and legal duty to pay the 13th month pay on time, while reflecting on the nation’s resilience in overcoming the challenges of 2024. In a statement on Christmas Eve, Senate President Chiz Escudero said the joyous occasion reminds him of the…
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STATEMENT OF SENATE PRESIDENT PRO TEMPORE JINGGOY EJERCITO ESTRADA ON THE RETURN TO PH OF MARY JANE Nagiging posible ang imposible kung may determination na mapagtagumpayan ang lahat ng balakid. Pinatunayan ito ng ating pamahalaan sa kaso ni Mary Jane Veloso, na sa kabila ng pagkakabilang sa death row sa Indonesia ay nabigyan ng last-minute…
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SENATE President Pro Tempore Jinggoy Ejercito Estrada has filed a resolution commending Sofronio Vasquez III for being the first Filipino and first Asian to win in the international singing competition, “The Voice USA.” “Vasquez’s inspiring journey represents the aspirations and unwavering spirit of many of our kababayan and promising young artists as his triumph reminds…
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(MALAYA) SENATE President Pro Tempore Jinggoy Estrada yesterday slammed a subscription-based video streaming service for the proliferation of and easy access to “vulgar, explicit, and pornographic content” online. In a privilege speech, Estrada said Vivamax has gained attention for its “meaningful and family-oriented content” but is also known for “inundating the digital space with films…
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(PNA) MANILA – Senators on Tuesday sought to formally commend Sofronio Vasquez III for being the first Filipino and first Asian to win the international singing competition “The Voice USA.” In Senate Resolution No. (SRN) 1262, Senate President Pro Tempore Jinggoy Estrada recognized Vasquez’s demonstration of relentless perseverance, determination, and resilience in pursuing his dreams, not…
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