In order to create a statewide network of permanent, storm-resilient evacuation centers that can resist typhoon winds and seismic activity of up to magnitude 8.0, President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. signed Republic Act 12076, also known as the Ligtas Pinoy Centers Act, on December 6. Read more »
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has signed the Basic Education Mental Health and Well-Being Promotion Act (Republic Act No. 12080), a landmark law aimed at integrating mental health services into the school system. Read more »
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. signed two significant laws aimed at bolstering support for families affected by disasters and students facing financial challenges. Read more »
At the 2024 Mezinárodní charitativní trh ambasád (International Embassies Charity Market) in Prague, the Philippines' booth became a standout attraction, with hundreds of visitors lining up to purchase South Sea pearls. Read more »
The Philippines will host the fourth meeting of the Board of the Loss and Damage Fund of the UN Climate Change Convention in Manila from December 2-5. Read more »
In the Philippines, rice farming is a vital part of the economy, but the majority of farmers are landless. Over 2.4 million Filipinos work the land, yet more than 50% are tenants, relying on a share tenancy system where they till land they don’t own in exchange for a portion of the harvest. Read more »
