(INQUIRER) On Monday, Senate President Pro Tempore Jinggoy Estrada denounced the recent comments made by Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi that the incidents in the South China Sea were “mere theater” that had been staged by other nations. “The statements made by the Chinese foreign minister are yet another blatant attempt to undermine our country’s…
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(INQUIRER) MANILA, Philippines — Senate President Pro Tempore Jinggoy Estrada called on Filipinos to remain calm following the arrest of former President Rodrigo Duterte. In a statement released shortly after Duterte’s arrest on Tuesday, Estrada said Filipinos must refrain from engaging in any form of violence, spreading misinformation, or taking actions that may only further…
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(INQUIRER) MANILA, Philippines — “Do not do what your predecessor did.” These were the words used by Senate President Chiz Escudero when he was asked to comment on the appointment of Dr. Edwin Mercado as the new president and chief executive officer of the Philippine Health Insurance Corp. (PhilHealth). In an ambush interview on Tuesday, Escudero said…
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(INQUIRER) MANILA, Philippines — The Senate on Monday approved on the third and final reading a bill seeking to provide free legal assistance to military and uniformed personnel facing charges arising from incidents related to the performance of their duty. With 21 affirmative votes, zero negative votes, and no abstentions, Senate Bill No. 2814, or…
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(INQUIRER) MANILA, Philippines — A bill seeking to include internet and social media education in elementary and high school curricula nationwide has been filed in the Senate. In his Senate Bill No. 2934, Senate President Pro Tempore Jinggoy Estrada noted how children are becoming increasingly technologically savvy. He said filing the measure would help equip…
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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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(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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(INQUIRER) MANILA, Philippines — “Are we normalizing porn on streaming platforms now? Ang mga ganitong klaseng pelikula ba ang magsasalba sa industriya (will these kind of films save the industry?” Senate President Pro Tempore Jinggoy Estrada couldn’t help but raise these questions on Monday when he expressed his concern and “strongest condemnation” over the proliferation…
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(INQUIRER) When disaster strikes, Filipinos can now seek refuge in storm-resilient, fully-equipped, safe, and decent evacuation centers that will be set up for displaced families affected by natural calamities, human-induced disasters, or public health crises, Senate President Pro Tempore Jinggoy Ejercito Estrada said. “Hindi natin kontrolado ang kalikasan kaya dapat handa tayo sa pagbibigay ng…
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(INQUIRER) MANILA, Philippines — The Sandiganbayan upheld its decision to clear Senate President Pro Tempore Jinggoy Estrada of one count of direct bribery and two counts of indirect bribery in connection with the pork barrel scam. In a resolution dated November 27, the anti-graft court’s special fifth division denied the motion for reconsideration filed by…
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