Tag: 19th Congress

Estrada’s sons refute Times columnist’s claims

(THE MANILA TIMES) IT is “impossible” for former president Joseph Estrada to commit to China the removal of the BRP Sierra Madre from the Ayungin Shoal in the West Philippine Sea, as alleged by The Manila Times columnist Rigoberto Tiglao, Senators Jose “Jinggoy” Estrada and Joseph Victor “JV” Ejercito said. The Chinese Embassy in Manila…
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PHOTO RELEASE: Meeting with US Embassy officials

Meeting with US Embassy officials: Senator Jinggoy Ejercito Estrada met Tuesday, August 15, 2023, with US Embassy officials in Manila to discuss the importance of strengthened bilateral ties and implementing initiatives that would enhance the strategic relationship between the Philippines and the US governments. In the photo are (L to R) Senior Defense/ Defense Attache…
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Grounded, dilapidated Navy ship an extension of PH territory, symbol of bravery, says lawmaker

(INQUIRER) MANILA, Philippines – Senator Jinggoy Estrada on Tuesday said the grounded BRP Sierra Madre on Ayungin (Second Thomas) Shoal in the West Philippine Sea is an extension of the country’s territory, adding that it might as well be called a “national symbol” that honors the country’s bravery despite threats and oppression. In a privilege speech he…
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Tiglao makapili – Jinggoy

(ABANTE) Inakusahan ni Senador Jinggoy Estrada ang dating presidential spokesman at ngayon ay kolumnista ng Manila Times na si Rigoberto Tiglao na makapili matapos nitong akusahan si dating Pangulong Joseph Estrada na nangako sa China na ipapatanggal ang BRP Sierra Madre sa Ayungin Shoal. Sa isang privilege speech, sinabi ni Estrada na kilala si Tiglao…
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Jinggoy questions former Arroyo admin’s silence on West PH Sea Issue

(MANILA BULLETIN) The administration of former president Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo was “conspicuously silent” over issues concerning the West Philippine Sea (WPS), Sen. Jinggoy Ejercito Estrada said on Tuesday, August 15. In his privilege speech at the Senate, Estrada pointed out that after his father, former president Joseph “Erap” Estrada, was ousted from the presidency, and the…
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WATCH | Privilege Speech: The Worthiness of BRP Sierra Madre

Privilege Speech of Senator Jinggoy Ejercito Estrada August 15, 2023 | Senate of the Philippines Official Social Media Accounts: Facebook & Youtube: @jinggoyestrada Instagram, Tiktok & Twitter: @jinggoyestrada_ Website: www.jinggoyestrada.ph Video: PRIB/ Senate of the Philippines | IG: senateph

Privilege Speech: The Worthiness of BRP Sierra Madre

Mister President, distinguished members, and colleagues of this august chamber: I rise today on a matter of personal and collective privilege. Recent revelations have come to light regarding allegations that a past administration broke a promise made in 1999 to remove the stranded BRP Sierra Madre from Ayungin Shoal. These allegations put forth by Mr. Rigoberto…
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PRIB PHOTO: BRP Sierra Madre a symbol of Ph sovereignty

BRP SIERRA MADRE A SYMBOL OF PH SOVEREIGNTY: Sen. Jinggoy Ejercito Estrada, in a privilege speech on Tuesday, August 15, 2023, says the grounding of BRP Sierra Madre at the Ayungin Shoal during the administration of his father, former President Joseph Estrada, stands as an enduring symbol of the nation’s resolute commitment to defend its…
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‘Di si Erap ‘yan! Jinggoy dares China: Name exec who OK’d removal of BRP Sierra Madre from Ayungin

(POLITIKO) Senator Jinggoy Estrada has dared China to name the Philippine government official who allegedly promised to remove the grounded military ship BRP Sierra Madre from Ayungin Shoal. Estrada issued the challenge as he denied that his father, former President Joseph Estrada, had a gentleman’s agreement with China to remove the rusting vessel during his…
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Jinggoy: There’s no deal to remove BRP Sierra Madre during my father’s tenure

(INQUIRER) MANILA, Philippines — Following his brother’s denial of circulating claims, Senator Jinggoy Ejercito Estrada likewise asserted that their father – former President Joseph Estrada – did not make an agreement to remove BRP Sierra Madre in Ayungin Shoal. “During my phone conversation today with former Senator Orly Mercado, who held the position of Defense…
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