What difference does it make if she discloses in an open session as against a proceeding conducted behind closed doors? Alice Guo testified falsely before us, telling us a tall tale about her circumstances and practically everything we asked her in the previous Senate hearings. What assurance that she will be open, truthful, and cooperative…
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Ridiculous, unreasonable, nonsensical, preposterous,whimsical, capricious. Saan ka nakakita na ang mga nagmamagandang loob at nais makiramay sa mga nangangailangan ay maaari pa palang pagmultahin kung hindi dadaan muna sa Office of the Mayor? Para mag-paalam? Sa panahon na sakuna, ang lahat ng klase ng tulong ay mahalaga lalong lalo na sa mga nangangailangan – ang…
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We have all the reasons and enough evidence to bring the repeated and unprovoked dangerous actions of the Chinese Coast Guard before international courts. Our government has sufficient basis to take immediate and decisive legal action to hold China accountable for its increasingly aggressive actions. They have repeatedly endangered the lives of our brave men…
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I urge all concerned government agencies to explore all legal avenues, including the possibility of having an international arbitration to step in to hold China accountable for its repeated and dangerous maneuvers against our vessels. Paulit-ulit na nalalagay sa panganib ang kaligtasan at buhay ng ating mga kababayan. Sobra na. Nanadya na talaga sila para…
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It is deeply concerning and must be condemned in the strongest terms the firing of flares by China at a Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources (BFAR) aircraft conducting a lawful mission over Zamora reef. Such actions are not only irresponsible but also dangerously provocative. Deploying flares multiple times at a dangerously close distance is…
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Para sa kaalaman ng lahat, ang tiktok video na kumakalat ay patungkol sa isang insidenteng nangyari nitong April 18, 2024 kung saan nagtungo ako para ipabatid sa mga nasunugang residente ng Brgy. Batis, San Juan City na pansamantalang namamalagi sa isang gymnasium na mamimigay ako ng cash assistance sa kanila kinabukasan. Ang simpleng pag-aanunsyo na…
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The People’s Liberation Army Air Force’s reckless and provocative actions against our Philippine Air Force aircraft conducting lawful maritime patrols over Scarborough Shoal are unacceptable. They must be met with firm and decisive condemnation from the international community. We urge the Chinese government to immediately stop this clear act of aggression and adhere to international…
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By committing to broader defense cooperation, the Philippines and Germany are reinforcing their diplomatic and military ties. This initiative signifies a significant step in enhancing our nation’s defense capabilities and strategic partnerships. Given the evolving security challenges, the defense cooperation arrangement with Germany will undeniably bolster our defense posture and staunchly uphold the rules-based international…
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Reports on the recent arrangement between our government and China reached through consultations regarding resupply missions to BRP Sierra Madre stationed at Ayungin Shoal represent a significant step in ensuring peace and stability in the West Philippine Sea. This is a pragmatic solution as it will now ensure our troops stationed aboard our grounded naval…
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I am more than satisfied in the President’s SONA. I am grateful to the President for recognizing the Senate’s swift action in concurring to his presidential proclamations granting amnesty to former rebels and we eagerly look forward to its effective implementation which will pave the way for lasting peace and reconciliation. I am proud to…
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