HE RANTS and rails against the drug menace nearly every day, and sometimes, morning, noon, and night time, but always only in press conferences of public events.
Yet for all his big and bold verbal attacks against the illegal drugs trade, President Rodrigo R. Duterte does not seem to have issued or signed even a single official document — executive order, proclamation order, memorandum order, memorandum circular — to spell out in writing the goals, framework, vision, rules of engagement, or protocols for his war on drugs.
The situation: Duterte’s war on drugs is one largely verbalized but not codified by any form of official issuance, or parameters in law and jurisprudence.
The implication: Duterte has not officially signed on to any document about his war, thus evading or defacing direct legal liability for his for now informal, verbalized instructions on how it should be fought.
PCIJ curated all the featured content of the “Briefing Room” of the Official Gazette of the Philippines on the official acts, issuances, announcements, and press releases of the Office of the President under Duterte from June 30, 2016, the day he took office as chief executive. The latest entry in the Gazette is dated Sept. 8, 2016.
As of last Sept. 16, the Official Gazette also features a bounty of stories and transcripts of Duterte’e speeches and interviews with the media, the statements by his deputies at press briefings, and a few reports on relief operations for communities affected by recent typhoons.
In sum, as president for 10 weeks, Duterte has signed a couple of Executive Orders, a couple of Memorandum Orders, four Memorandum Circulars, and 56 Proclamations, a majority of which declared local area holidays.
In all, the entries offer a virtual diary of what Duterte has done or said, or not done and said, over the last 80 days of his presidency. — Malou Mangahas, PCIJ, September 2016
REGISTRY OF CONTENT OF THE OFFICIAL GAZETTE, OFFICE OF THE PRESIDENT OF THE PHILIPPINES
as of September 16, 2016
Source: BRIEFING ROOM — This section collates government updates and announcements from various agencies. http://www.gov.ph/section/briefing-room/
Speech of President Rodrigo Roa Duterte During The Closing Ceremony Of The 28th And 29th ASEAN Summits And Related Summits
September 8, 2016
PRESIDENTIAL COMMUNICATIONS OFFICE PRESIDENTIAL NEWS DESK SPEECH OF PRESIDENT RODRIGO ROA DUTERTE DURING THE CLOSING CEREMONY OF THE 28TH AND 29TH ASEAN SUMMITS AND RELATED SUMMITS AND HANDING OVER OF THE ASEAN CHAIRMANSHIP TO THE PHILIPPINES [Vientiane, Laos | 08 September 2016] Your Excellencies, Ladies and Gentlemen: Prime Minister Thongloun Sisoulith, please accept my […]
Memorandum Order No. 3, s. 2016
Signed on September 7, 2016
Office of the President Of the Philippines Malacañang PROVIDING GUIDELINES FOR THE ARMED FORCES OF THE PHILIPPINES AND THE PHILIPPINE NATIONAL POLICE IN THE IMPLEMENTATIONS OF MEASURES TO SUPPRESS AND PREVENT LAWLESS VIOLENCE. WHEREAS, on 04 September 2016 President Rodrigo Roa Duterte promulgated Proclamation No. 55 declaring a state of national emergency on account of […]
Speech: President Rodrigo Roa Duterte At The 13th ASEAN Business And Investment Summit (ABIS)
September 6, 2016
Presidential Communications Office Presidential News Desk SPEECH OF PRESIDENT RODRIGO ROA DUTERTE AT THE 13TH ASEAN BUSINESS AND INVESTMENT SUMMIT (ABIS) [Muong Thanh Luxury Hotel, Luang Prabang, Laos | 06 September 2016] Thank you. This is a distinct honor for me. Chairman Oudet Souvannavong; the other distinguished leaders of the ASEAN Business Advisory Council; […]
Speech: President Rodrigo Roa Duterte During His Meeting With The Filipino Community In Lao People’s Democratic Republic
September 5, 2016
Presidential Communications Office Presidential News Desk SPEECH OF PRESIDENT RODRIGO ROA DUTERTE DURING HIS MEETING WITH THE FILIPINO COMMUNITY IN LAO PEOPLE’S DEMOCRATIC REPUBLIC [Vientiane, Laos | 05 September 2016] Mga kapatid kong Pilipino, ang una sigurong sasabihin ko is I would like to thank the government, the nation of Laos for hosting you here, giving you […]
Departure Speech Of President Rodrigo Roa Duterte (Sept 5, 2016)
September 5, 2016
Presidential Communications Office Presidential News Desk DEPARTURE SPEECH OF PRESIDENT RODRIGO ROA DUTERTE [Davao International Airport | 05 September 2016] Lahat man kayo nakabarong. Well, ladies and gentlemen my co-workers in government, mga mahal kong kababayan. I am leaving for Vientiane, Laos to join other ASEAN leaders at the 28th and 29th Summits and Related Summits. […]
Proclamation No. 56, s. 2016
Signed on September 5, 2016
MALACAÑAN PALACE MANILA PROCLAMATION NO. 56 DECLARING MONDAY, 12 SEPTEMBER 2016, AS A REGULAR HOLIDAY THROUGHOUT THE COUNTRY IN OBSRVANCE OF EID’L ADHA (FEAST OF SACRIFICE) WHEREAS, Eid’l Adha is one of the two greatest feasts of Islam; WHEREAS, Republic Act no. 9849 provides that Eid’l Adha shall be celebrated as a regular holiday; WHEREAS, the […]
Davao Rising: From the Ashes of the Night Market Blast
September 4, 2016
Presidential Communications Office Press Release Camp Panacan, Davao city — President Rodrigo Duterte on Sunday convened the members of the Cabinet Security Cluster in light of the Roxas Night Market bombing incident. Present during the predawn meeting were Executive Secretary Salvador Medialdea, National Security Adviser Hermogenes Esperon, Jr., Defense Secretary Delfin Lorenzana, Armed Forces of […]
Love of Country is What Makes PRRD Fight Drug Menace
September 4, 2016
Presidential Communications Office Press Release Love for country is what motivates President Rodrigo Duterte in doing everything within his power to stop the drug menace. The President said he is not worried of the negative perception and criticism he receives from other nations as he is acting for the welfare of the Philippines and the […]
Proclamation No. 55, s. 2016
Signed on September 4, 2016
MALACAÑAN PALACE MANILA PROCLAMATION NO. 55 DECLARING A STATE OF NATIONAL EMERGENCY ON ACCOUNT OF LAWLESS VIOLENCE IN MINDANAO WHEREAS, Mindanao has had a long and complex history of lawless violence perpetrated by private armies and local warlords, bandits and criminal syndicates, terrorist groups, and religious extremists; WHEREAS, in recent months, there has […]
Media Interview With President Rodrigo Roa Duterte Press DICT, Panabo City, Davao Del Norte
September 2, 2016
Presidential Communications Office Presidential News Desk MEDIA INTERVIEW WITH PRESIDENT RODRIGO ROA DUTERTE PRESS DICT, Panabo City, Davao Del Norte [Davao City | 02 September 2016] QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS: Q: … guard, following the—what you mentioned earlier that the you receive a report at there seems to new barges coming from China at the Scarborough shoal. How you were gonna address that, […]
Speech: President Rodrigo Roa Duterte during the inauguration of Davao International Container Terminal
September 2, 2016
Presidential Communications Office Presidential News Desk SPEECH OF PRESIDENT RODRIGO ROA DUTERTE DURING THE INAUGURATION OF THE DAVAO INTERNATIONAL CONTAINER TERMINAL (DICT) [Panabo City, Davao Del Norte | 2 September 2016] Kindly sit down. Thank you. Speaker Pantaleon Alvarez, Secretary Salvador Medialdea, Congressman Antonio Floirendo Jr., Mayor James Gamao, Mr. Alexander Valoria, the members of the Floirendo family, distinguished guests, […]
President Rodrigo Roa Duterte Ambush Interview At The Blast Site (Davao City, Sept 2, 2016)
September 2, 2016
Presidential Communications Office Presidential News Desk MEDIA INTERVIEW WITH PRESIDENT RODRIGO ROA DUTERTE AT THE BLAST SITE [Roxas Ave., Davao City | 2 September 2016] Q: There was a resemblance of this bombing— PRES. DUTERTE: Yes. We are not new to this kind. It is always connected with the Abu Sayyaf or dito sa Central Mindanao. But this […]
Press Conference of Presidential Spokesperson Ernesto Abella and DOT Secretary Wanda Teo (Sept 1, 2016)
September 1, 2016
Presidential Communications Office Presidential News Desk PRESS CONFERENCE OF PRESIDENTIAL SPOKESPERSON ERNESTO ABELLA AND DEPARTMENT OF TOURISM SECRETARY WANDA TEO [Press Briefing Room | 01 September 2016] PRESIDENTIAL SPOKESPERSON ABELLA: Good morning. This morning we’re going to be joined by Secretary of Department of Tourism Wanda Tulfo Teo. Let me just give you a brief introduction. She has been […]
Message of President Rodrigo Roa Duterte to the Jesus Anointed One Church
August 31, 2016
Presidential Communications Office Presidential News Desk MESSAGE OF PRESIDENT RODRIGO ROA DUTERTE TO THE JESUS ANOINTED ONE CHURCH [The Pinnacle Hotel and Suites, Davao City | 31 August 2016] I do not really intend to interrupt your whatever. Pero ganito ‘yan, it would be discourteous of me just to walk out. I know that a lot of […]
Speech: President Rodrigo Roa Duterte During His Visit To The Wake Of Killed In Action Soldiers
August 31, 2016
Presidential Communications Office Presidential News Desk SPEECH OF PRESIDENT RODRIGO ROA DUTERTE DURING HIS VISIT TO THE WAKE OF KILLED IN ACTION SOLDIERS [Western Mindanao Command, Zamboanga City | 31 August 2016] [start of recording] Alam mo, every time I sign something that is really to buy bullets and guns to kill your own countrymen, masakit sa akin ‘yan. […]
Message and Press Conference Of President Rodrigo Roa Duterte During The Welcoming Of Repatriated Overseas Filipino Workers From Al Khobar, Kingdom Of Saudi Arabia
August 31, 2016
Presidential Communications Office Presidential News Desk MESSAGE AND PRESS CONFERENCE OF PRESIDENT RODRIGO ROA DUTERTE DURING THE WELCOMING OF REPATRIATED OVERSEAS FILIPINO WORKERS FROM AL KHOBAR, KINGDOM OF SAUDI ARABIA [Arrival Immigration Area, NAIA Terminal 2, Pasay City | 31 August 2016] Magandang umaga po. You know, ‘nong umpisa pa lang ito, pag– ‘Nong nag-assume ako ng office, gusto […]
Press Conference of Presidential Spokesperson Ernesto Abella (August 30, 2016)
August 30, 2016
Presidential Communications Office Presidential News Desk PRESS CONFERENCE OF PRESIDENTIAL SPOKESPERSON ERNESTO ABELLA [Press Briefing Room | 30 August 2016] OPENING STATEMENT: PRESIDENTIAL SPOKESPERSON ABELLA: Good morning. I’d like to touch on a few points this morning, before we begin our question and answer period: Number 1, I’d like to refer to Senator Grace Poe’s request for […]
Media Interview with President Rodrigo Roa Duterte (August 29, 2016 at Malacañan)
August 29, 2016
Presidential Communications Office Presidential News Desk MEDIA INTERVIEW WITH PRESIDENT RODRIGO ROA DUTERTE [Malacañan | 29 August 2016] PRES. DUTERTE: Araw ng Kagitingan ngayon so it is but fitting that you celebrate your birthday with me as commander-in-chief and makabawi naman ako sa mga sundalo natin. Life and limb at sabi ko nga, I will not abandon […]
Speech: President Rodrigo Roa Duterte During The 18th Founding Anniversary Of Volunteers Against Crime And Corruption
August 29, 2016
Presidential Communications Office Presidential News Desk SPEECH OF PRESIDENT RODRIGO ROA DUTERTE DURING THE 18TH FOUNDING ANNIVERSARY OF VOLUNTEERS AGAINST CRIME AND CORRUPTION [Rizal Hall, Malacañan Palace | 29 August 2016] Maupo ho kayo. Senate President Aquilino Pimentel III; Ambassador Ralte, the Indian Ambassador to the Philippines; General Ronald Dela Rosa; Mr. Dante Jimenez; Volunteers Against Crime and Corruption, the Board […]
Speech: President Rodrigo Roa Duterte During His Hospital Visit To PO1 Nestor Villanueva
August 29, 2016
Presidential Communications Office Presidential News Desk SPEECH OF PRESIDENT RODRIGO ROA DUTERTE during his hospital visit to PO1 Nestor Villanueva [Tacloban City | 29 August 2016] [start of audio file from RTVM] Two policemen, either military, police or police. Dalawang ano talaga, taga-gobyerno, araw-araw namamatay in this drive against drugs, the drug industry. Nandito ako kasi gusto ko […]
Speech: President Rodrigo Roa Duterte During The Dinner With V. Luna And Cotabato Wounded In Action Soldiers
August 29, 2016
Presidential Communications Office Presidential News Desk SPEECH OF PRESIDENT RODRIGO ROA DUTERTE DURING THE DINNER WITH V. LUNA AND COTABATO WOUNDED IN ACTION SOLDIERS [Malacañang | 29 August 2016] Kindly sit down. Thank you. Still here? Nandito pa ba si… You join us na. Senate President Aquilino Pimentel III; Secretary Delfin Lorenzana; Secretary Hermogenes Esperon, Jr.; General Ricardo […]
Media Interview with President Rodrigo Roa Duterte after the wake visit to PO1 Gary Cabaguing (August 29, 2016 at Bajada, Davao City)
August 29, 2016
Presidential Communications Office Presidential News Desk Media Interview with PRESIDENT RODRIGO ROA DUTERTE after the wake visit to PO1 Gary Cabaguing [Catbalogan, Samar | 29 August 2016] OPENING STATEMENT: Good afternoon. Nandito ako sa lugar ninyo to commiserate with the family ng sundalo o pulis na namatay. I am here to underscore and to really emphasize na itong […]
Implementing Rules and Regulations of Republic Act No. 9184
August 29, 2016
THE 2016 REVISED IMPLEMENTING RULES AND REGULATIONS OF REPUBLIC ACT NO. 9184, OTHERWISE KNOWN AS THE GOVERNMENT PROCUREMENT REFORM ACT This 2016 Revised Implementing Rules and Regulations, hereinafter called the IRR, is promulgated pursuant to Section 75 of Republic Act No. (R.A.) 9184, otherwise known as the “Government Procurement Reform Act,” for the purpose […]
Speech: President Rodrigo Roa Duterte During The Commemoration Of The National Heroes Day
August 29, 2016
Presidential Communications Office Presidential News Desk SPEECH OF PRESIDENT RODRIGO ROA DUTERTE DURING THE COMMEMORATION of the NATIONAL HEROES DAY [Libingan ng mga Bayani, Taguig City | 29 August 2016] Thank you. Kindly sit down. Vice President Maria Leonor Robredo; Secretary Delfin Lorenzana and other members of the Cabinet; Excellencies of the Diplomatic Corps; members of the Senate of […]
Speech: President Rodrigo Roa Duterte During The 10th Eastern Mindanao Command Anniversary
August 26, 2016
Presidential Communications Office Presidential News Desk SPEECH OF PRESIDENT RODRIGO ROA DUTERTE DURING THE 10TH EASTERN MINDANAO COMMAND ANNIVERSARY [Naval Station Felix Apolinario, Panacan, Davao City | 26 August 2016] Kindly sit down. Salamat. You know, I thought we nearly lost our Defense Secretary. There was a Cabinet meeting about four days ago and we were discussing the vacancy […]
Press Conference by Presidential Spokesperson Ernesto Abella (August 26, 2016)
August 26, 2016
Presidential Communications Office Presidential News Desk PRESS CONFERENCE OF PRESIDENTIAL SPOKESPERSON ERNESTO ABELLA [Press Briefing Room | August 26, 2016] OPENING STATEMENT: PRESIDENTIAL SPOKESPERSON ABELLA: Good morning. I’d just like to begin by making reference to three points and then we’ll be open to a few questions. Alright. Regarding a newspaper headline that says ‘Courts are out […]
Media Interview with President Rodrigo Roa Duterte (August 25, 2016 at Poblacion District, Davao City)
August 25, 2016
Presidential Communications Office Presidential News Desk MEDIA INTERVIEW (second) WITH PRESIDENT RODRIGO ROA DUTERTE [Magsaysay Fruit Market in Quezon Boulevard, Poblacion District, Davao City 25 August 2016] [start of audio file from RTVM] PRESIDENT DUTERTE:… …bastos ‘yang kanya eh. ‘Yung sa UN, when you interfere in a– Huwag na lang ‘yang million. Practically destroyed a generation. Itong sumusunod, basta […]
Palace Strongly Reiterates Call For Ceasefire
August 25, 2016
Government of the Philippines (GPH) Peace Panel Chair and Labor Secretary Silvestre Bello III expressed disappointment over the ambush of government troops by members of the New People’s Army (NPA), Presidential Spokesperson Ernesto Abella announced during the press briefing on Friday. The ambush took place in Sitio Pati, Barangay Gupitan, Davao del Norte, resulting in […]
Implementing Rules and Regulations of Republic Act No. 10173
August 25, 2016
Republic of the PhilippinesNATIONAL PRIVACY COMMISSION Implementing Rules and Regulations of Republic Act No. 10173, known as the “Data Privacy Act of 2012” Pursuant to the mandate of the National Privacy Commission to administer and implement the provisions of the Data Privacy Act of 2012, and to monitor and ensure compliance of the country with […]
Duterte to Soldiers: Look Good, Fight Good
August 25, 2016
Since his inauguration on June 30, President Rodrigo Duterte has visited military camps around the country, boosting the morale of the ground troops and making sure that he personally gets to visit the country’s fighting men while he has the time. “You will not be the least on our assessment.” Duterte said, assuring the soldiers that […]
Media Interview with PRRD (August 24, 2016 at Bajada, Davao City)
August 24, 2016
MEDIA INTERVIEW (first) WITH PRESIDENT RODRIGO ROA DUTERTE [Ahfat Seafood Plaza 1, Victoria Plaza Compound Bajada, Davao City | 24 August 2016] OPENING STATEMENT: I’ll be talking in English because I’m also at the same time, addressing the nation. Effective this… it’s 11:35. As of today, I am declaring a ceasefire. So I’m joining the Communist Party of the Philippines […]
PRRD Rallies Soldiers To Fight Corruption, Illegal Drugs
August 24, 2016
President Rodrigo Roa Duterte on Tuesday rallied the armed forces to fight the culture of corruption and illegal drugs as he expressed confidence of forging peace with the communists and Muslim separatist. The President presided over the oath taking of 75 newly promoted generals and flag officers of the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) led by General Ricardo Visaya, who is the Chief of Staff […]
Education Comes To The Indigenous Peoples Of Mindanao
August 24, 2016
Fulfilling his promise of regional development in Mindanao, President Rodrigo Duterte through the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) and Department of Education (DepEd) will build 251 schools — 75 in the Caraga region, 69 in the Davao region, 50 in Socsargen, 39 in Northern Mindanao and Zamboanga Peninsula with 18. The DSWD will […]
Speech: President Rodrigo Roa Duterte During The Oath Taking Of Newly-Appointed Generals And Flag Officers
August 23, 2016
Presidential Communications Office Presidential News Desk SPEECH OF PRESIDENT RODRIGO ROA DUTERTE DURING THE OATH TAKING OF NEWLY-APPOINTED GENERALS AND FLAG OFFICERS [Rizal Hall, Malacañan Palace | 23 August 2016] This is really not part of the program. Pagkatapos mag-alis lang ako parang, umalis lang ako parang wala. So as usual, same downstairs. I’d […]
NEDA On Track With PRRD’s Economic Dev’t Plans
August 23, 2016
Economic adviser and Director General of the National Economic and Development Authority (NEDA) Secretary Ernesto M. Pernia said the agency is on the right track and moving at a fast pace to attain its goals, during a briefing with the Malacañang Press Corps on the achievements of the agency in the first 50 days of […]
Palace Clarifies Positions Affected By PRRD Directive On Appointees, Gives Seven Days To Resign
August 23, 2016
In view of President Rodrigo Duterte’s desire to rid the bureaucracy of corruption and to give him a free hand in achieving this objective, Malacañang has issued a memorandum directing all presidential appointees to tender their unqualified courtesy resignations within seven days. The directive was contained in Memorandum Circular No. 4 issued on August 22 signed […]
Press Conference Of PCO Secretary Martin Andanar, Presidential Spokesperson Ernesto Abella And Socioeconomic Planning Secretary And Director General Of The National Economic And Development Authority Dr. Ernesto M. Pernia
August 23, 2016
Presidential Communications Office Presidential News Desk PRESS CONFERENCE OF PRESIDENTIAL COMMUNICATIONS OFFICE SECRETARY MARTIN ANDANAR PRESIDENTIAL SPOKESPERSON ERNESTO ABELLA AND SOCIOECONOMIC PLANNING SECRETARY AND DIRECTOR GENERAL OF THE NATIONAL ECONOMIC AND DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY DR. ERNESTO M. PERNIA [Press Briefing Room | August 23, 2016] SEC. ANDANAR: Good morning. Good morning, everyone. How are you […]
President Duterte Not Serious In Leaving UN, Says DFA Chief
August 23, 2016
President Rodrigo Duterte remains committed to the United Nations (UN), of which the Philippines is a founding member despite his disappointment over the UN’s supposed meddling in the affairs of the country. The statement was made by Foreign Secretary Perfecto Yasay Jr. in a press statement during a press briefing held at Malacañang Palace, in connection […]
DILG Set To Charge 2 “Narco-Generals” For Drug Trade Involvement
August 23, 2016
Two of the five “narco-generals” earlier implicated by President Rodrigo Duterte in the illegal drug trade shall soon be formally charged in court. This was announced on Monday by Interior Secretary Ismael Sueno in a press briefing held in Malacanang. Sueno revealed that the Department of Interior and Local Government (DILG) is ready to file charges against Philippine […]
Memorandum Circular No. 4, s. 2016
Signed on August 22, 2016
Office of the President of the Philippines Malacañang MEMORANDUM CIRCULAR COURTESY RESIGNATIONS OF PRESIDENTIAL APPOINTEES In view of the President’s desire to rid the bureaucracy of corruption, and to give him a free hand in achieving this objective, all presidential appointees are hereby directed to tender their unqualified courtesy resignations within seven (7) calendar days […]
Press Conference of Sec. Andanar, Spokesperson Abella, Sec. Sueno and Commissioner Faeldon
August 22, 2016
Presidential Communications Office Presidential News Desk PRESS CONFERENCE OF PRESIDENTIAL COMMUNICATIONS OFFICE SECRETARY MARTIN ANDANAR PRESIDENTIAL SPOKESPERSON ERNESTO ABELLA DEPARTMENT OF INTERIOR AND LOCAL GOVERNMENT SECRETARY ISMAEL “MIKE” SUENO AND CUSTOMS COMMISSIONER NICANOR FAELDON [Press Briefing Room | August 22, 2016] OPENING REMARKS: Rocky Ignacio (Moderator): Good morning, welcome po sa press briefing ni Presidential Communications Secretary Martin Andanar. Happy birthday, sir, […]
Press Conference of President Rodrigo Roa Duterte (August 21, 2016)
August 21, 2016
PRESIDENTIAL NEWS DESK PRESIDENT RODRIGO ROA DUTERTE MEDIA INTERVIEW [Davao City, Philippines | August 21, 2016] OPENING STATEMENT: PRESIDENT DUTERTE: Good morning. It’s 1 o’clock in the morning. And the reason why I could not be on time with you because I had a caucus with some of the congressmen regarding legislative matters that […]
PRRD Warns NBP Personnel: Tell The Truth Or Face Charges
August 21, 2016
President Rodrigo R. Duterte on Sunday has warned all officials connected to the National Penitentiary down to the supervisors and prison guards that they will be charged if they do not tell the truth about the drug manufacturing and trafficking that was happening at the National Penitentiary during the previous administration. “Now I am now warning everybody connected with the […]
PRRD Declares All Positions For Presidential Appointees Vacant
August 21, 2016
President Rodrigo Roa Duterte on Sunday declared all positions for presidential appointees vacant to address corruption in government offices which persist despite warnings. In an early morning press conference in Davao aired live over government television network PTV 4, the President said that the revocation is applicable nationwide. “If you are there because of a presidential appointment, […]
From The Office Of The Presidential Spokesperson On the UN executive to PH
August 20, 2016
FROM THE OFFICE OF THE PRESIDENTIAL SPOKESPERSON On the UN executive to PH – The unparalleled success of PRRD’s drive against the drug apparatus deeply entrenched in Philippine politics, police force and apparently certain personalities in the judicial, now also draws unwarranted attention from external observers. In an unofficial exchange between Legal Counsel and […]
Duterte’s Social Development Initiatives Launched
August 19, 2016
All Filipinos must live with security—secure of having affordable housing, enough food, accessible jobs, decent livelihood and financial assistance. With this marching order from President Rodrigo Roa Duterte, Cabinet Secretary Leoncio Evasco Jr. organized the first Social Development Initiatives Summit in Davao City, with the theme “Malasakit at Pagbabago.” “We are here to listen to […]
The 2016 State of the Nation Address (Bisaya)
August 17, 2016
State of the Nation Address of Rodrigo Roa Duterte President of the Philippines To the Congress of the Philippines Session Hall of the House of Representatives [Delivered at the Batasang Pambansa Complex, Quezon City on July 25, 2016] (VISAYAN VERSION) Daghang salamat. Tuguti ko na magpakaimpormal sa inyuha. Inyo man na matikdan adunay naa […]
Proclamation No. 50, s. 2016
Signed on August 16, 2016
MALACAÑAN PALACE MANILA BY THE PRESIDENT OF THE PHILIPPINES PROCLAMATION NO. 50 DECLARING THE REGULAR HOLIDAY ANS SPECIAL (NON-WORKING) DAYS FOR THE YEAR 2017 WHEREAS, Republic Act (RA) No. 9422, dated 24 July 2007, amended Section 26, Chapter 7, Book I of Executive Order (EO) No. 292, also known as the Administrative Code of […]
Proclamation No. 49, s. 2016
Signed on August 16, 2016
MALACAÑAN PALACE MANILA BY THE PRESIDENT OF THE PHILIPPINES PROCLAMATION NO. 49 DECLARING TUESDAY, 3 SEPTEMBER 2016, AS A SPECIAL (NON-WORKING) DAY IN THE CITY OF IRIGA WHEREAS, on Saturday, 3 September 2016, the City of Iriga marks the celebration of its 48th Foundation Anniversary; WHEREAS, it is but fitting and proper that the […]
Speech: President Rodrigo Roa Duterte During The Oath Taking Of Newly Appointed Officials
August 15, 2016
Presidential Communications Operations Office News and Information Bureau SPEECH OF PRESIDENT RODRIGO ROA DUTERTE DURING THE OATH TAKING OF NEWLY APPOINTED OFFICIALS August 15, 2016 (5:29 – 5:43 p.m.) Malacañan Palace Magandang hapon po. Wala na sanang iba, but I said I wanted to just give you a few words. Alam mo, I was elected on just three […]
Memorandum Circular No. 3, s. 2016
Signed on August 15, 2016
Office of the President of the Philippines Malacañang MEMORANDUM CIRCULAR NO. 03 ENJOINING ALL GOVERNMENT OFFICIALS AND EMPLOYEES TO STRICTLY OBSERVE AND COMPLY WITH THE REQUIRED WORK HOURS WHEREAS, Section 2 of the Republic Act No. 6713, otherwise known as the “Code of Conduct and Ethical Standards for Public Officials and Employees,” provides that it […]
The 2016 State of the Nation Address (Filipino)
August 15, 2016
State of the Nation Address of Rodrigo Roa Duterte President of the Philippines To the Congress of the Philippines Session Hall of the House of Representatives [Delivered at the Batasang Pambansa Complex, Quezon City on July 25, 2016] (FILIPINO VERSION) Salamat. Ipermiso ninyo akong maging impormal. Mapapansin ninyo na ang tatlong lalaki sa nakaangat na […]
Proclamation No. 48, s. 2016
Signed on August 15, 2016
MALACAÑAN PALACE MANILA BY THE PRESIDENT OF THE PHILIPPINES PROCLAMATION NO. 48 DECLARING TUESDAY, 27 SEPTEMBER 2016, AS A SPECIAL (NON-WORKING) DAY IN THE MUNICIPALITY OF MALVAR, BATANGAS WHEREAS, the Municipality of Malvar, Batangas marks the 151st birth anniversary of General Miguel Malvar on Tuesday, 27 September 2016; WHEREAS, it is but fitting and […]
Proclamation No. 47, s. 2016
Signed on August 15, 2016
MALACAÑAN PALACE MANILA BY THE PRESIDENT OF THE PHILIPPINES PROCLAMATION NO. 47 DECLARING THURSDAY, 12 SEPTEMBER 2016, AS A SPECIAL (NON-WORKING) DAY IN THE CITY OF LIPA WHEREAS, the City of Lipa will host thousands of devotees for the National Pilgrimage, a day of prayer for peace and the sanctification of the clergy on […]
La Mesa Dam Alert #2
August 13, 2016
La Mesa Dam Alert: Elevation is steady at 80.05(red alert) 5 pm since 4 pm and 10 cm below overflow level of 80.15 Recommended enforced evacuation since 1pm
Marikina Evacuation due to Marikina river’s water level
August 13, 2016
PIA-NCR: Alarm Level Three or #mandatoryevacuation is strictly enforced in Marikina City as the Marikina River’s water level reach 18 meters above sea level as of 4:18PM today. Residents are advised to leave their houses immediately and go to their designated evacuation centers. Rescue teams are now roaming around low lying areas of the city […]
La Mesa Dam Alert #1
August 13, 2016
La Mesa Dam Alert: Elevation is at 80.05(red alert) 4 pm increased by 2 cm since 3 pm and 10 cm below overflow level of 80.15 Recommended enforced evacuation since 1pm
Sandbagging Operations in Malabañias, Angeles City
August 13, 2016
PIA-3/ANGELES CITY: Per CDRRMO, there is an ongoing sandbagging operation now with the City Engineering Office, PNP, and volunteers in Magkalinis St., Brgy. Malabanias
Rescue to City of San Fernando stranded residents
August 13, 2016
PIA-3/PAMPANGA: Per PDRRMO, they have already deployed military trucks, rubber boats, 15 PNP personnel and nine rescue personnel at St. Jude Village and Villa del Sol in the City of San Fernando to transport stranded residents to safety.
Masantol, Pampanga check gate damaged
August 13, 2016
PIA-3/PAMPANGA: The check gate of Pandan Creek at Barangay Bagang adjacent to Barangay Sagrada in Masantol town was damaged due to heavy rains. This caused flooding in the said villages.
Mandatory Evacuation near Marikina River
August 13, 2016
PIA-NCR: #MarikinaRiver water reached 16 meters above sea level as of 1:38pm. Residents in low lying areas are encouraged to voluntarily evacuate to their designated evacuation centers. (EPC/PIANCR) PIA-NCR: Motorists in Marikina City are advised to avoid the following flooded streets reaching up to more than one meter: Pio del Pilar, Olive, Lilac, Katipunan, and […]
SM City Pampanga offers free overnight parking
August 13, 2016
PIA-3/PAMPANGA: In a statement, SM City Pampanga said it is offering free overnight car parking for those affected by flood.
Sto. Tomas, Pampanga vicinity are submerged in floodwater (as of 1pm)
August 13, 2016
PIA-3/PAMPANGA: As of 1:00 PM today, barangays Poblacion and San Matias (provincial road going to Minalin) in Sto. Tomas town are currently submerged in 2ft floodwater.
Minalin, Pampanga towns submerged in floodwater (as of 1pm)
August 13, 2016
PIA-3/PAMPANGA: Per PDRRMO, as of 1:00 PM, barangays Sta. Maria and San Nicolas in Minalin town are currently submerged in 1ft floodwater.
Lagundi village, Mexico, Pampanga is submerged in floodwater (as of 1pm)
August 13, 2016
PIA-3/PAMPANGA: Per PDRRMO, as of 1:00 PM, Lagundi village in Mexico town is currently submerged in 1-2 ft floodwater.
Some Towns in City of San Fernando submerged in floodwater (as of 1pm)
August 13, 2016
PIA-3/PAMPANGA: The following barangays in the City of San Fernando are currently submerged in floodwater as of 1:00PM: St. Jude (Phase 1 & 3)- 2-3ft Del Carmen- 2-3ft Sta. Lucia (Purok 10)- 2-3ft Maligaya- 2ft San Jose (Garbes Dizon portion)- 2ft San Pedro- 2-3ft San Juan- 2-3ft
Masantol, Pampanga submerged areas (As of 1pm)
August 13, 2016
PIA-3/PAMPANGA: The following barangays in Masantol town are currently submerged in floodwater as of 1:00PM: Bagang – 1ft Sagrada – 1ft San Isidro Matua – 1ft Bebe Anac – 1ft Nigui – 6in Alauli – 6in San Agustin – 6in San Nicolas – 6in Sto. Niño – 6in
Macabebe, Pampanga submerged areas (As of 1pm)
August 13, 2016
PIA-3/PAMPANGA: The following barangays in Macabebe town are currently submerged in floodwater as of 1:00PM: San Gabriel – 1ft Saplad David – 1ft San Francisco – 1ft Caduang Tete – 2ft Castuli – 1.5ft San Jose – 1.5ft Telacsan – 1-2ft Tacasan- 1-1.5ft Candelaria – 1.5ft Sta. Lutgarda – 1ft
Evacuation at Samal, Bataan, Bulacan, Sta. Rita and Olongapo City (as of 11:00AM)
August 13, 2016 PIA-3: DOH-3 said that as of 11:00AM today, 65 families or 293 individuals currently seek temporary shelter in five evacuation centers in barangays: San Juan in Samal Bayab-Bayanan in Dinalupihan, Bataan Bagbaguin in Sta.Maria, Bulacan Sta.Rita and Tabacuhan, Olongapo City
Proclamation No. 45, s. 2016
Signed on August 10, 2016
MALACAÑAN PALACE MANILA BY THE PRESIDENT OF THE PHILIPPINES PROCLAMATION NO. 45 DECLARING THURSDAY, 8 SEPTEMBER 2016, AS A SPECIAL (NON-WORKING) DAY IN THE MUNICIPALITY OF LOON, PROVINCE OF BOHOL WHEREAS, on Thursday, 8 September 2016, the Municipality of Loon, Bohol marks the celebration of the Sidlakasilak Festival; WHEREAS, it is but fitting and proper […]
Implementing Rules and Regulations of Republic Act No. 10742
August 10, 2016
RULES AND REGULATIONS IMPLEMENTING REPUBLIC ACT NO. 10742, OTHERWISE KNOWN AS THE “SANGGUNIANG KABATAAN REFORM ACT OF 2015” RULE I INTRODUCTORY PROVISIONS SECTION 1. Title. – These Rules and Regulations shall be known as The Implementing Rules and Regulations (IRR) of Republic Act No. 10742, otherwise known as the “Sangguniang Kabataan Reform Act of 2015.” […]
Press Briefing Of Presidential Spokesperson Ernesto Abella (August 9, 2016)
August 9, 2016
Presidential Communications Operations Office News and Information Bureau PRESS BRIEFING OF PRESIDENTIAL SPOKESPERSON ERNESTO ABELLA August 9, 2016 (11:49 A.M. – 12:14 P.M.) ROCKY IGNACIO/PTV4: Presidential Spokesperson Ernesto Abella. Good morning, sir. SEC. ABELLA: Good morning. We just like to make references to a few newsworthy items this morning. Number one, is the statement from the […]
Statement: President Rodrigo Roa Duterte On His Camp Visit To Catbalogan City, Samar on the Ongoing Peace Talks With The Cpp And Tax Evasion
August 9, 2016
Presidential Communications Operations Office News and Information Bureau STATEMENT OF PRRD ON HIS CAMP VISIT TO CATBALOGAN CITY SAMAR, THE ONGOING PEACE TALKS WITH THE CPP AND TAX EVASION August 8, 2016 (1:37 – 2:22 a.m.) Well, I’d like to make a report of my trips or the trip today. I went to Samar, Catbalogan and […]
President Rodrigo Roa Duterte Question And Answer With The Media
August 9, 2016
Presidential Communications Operations Office News and Information Bureau President Rodrigo Roa DuterteQuestion and Answer with The MediaAugust 7, 2016 (1:37 – 2:22 a.m.) Camp Panacan, Davao PRRD: Come here. If you have questions, I’d be happy to answer you. ‘Di ka talaga palapitin ni … (Laughs). Hindi nagkukumpiyansa iyong sundalo sa iyo. Hindi ka pinapalapit eh. […]
Speech: President Rodrigo Roa Duterte at NSFA in Panacan, Davao City
August 8, 2016
Presidential Communications Operations Office News and Information Bureau PRESIDENT RODRIGO ROA DUTERTE QUESTION AND ANSWER WITH THE MEDIA August 7, 2016 (1:37 – 2:22 a.m.) Camp Panacan, Davao PRRD: Come here. If you have questions, I’d be happy to answer you. ‘Di ka talaga palapitin ni … (Laughs). Hindi nagkukumpiyansa iyong sundalo sa iyo. Hindi ka pinapalapit eh. […]
Speech: President Rodrigo Roa Duterte during his visit to AFP Central Command in Cebu
August 8, 2016
Presidential Communications Office Presidential News Desk Speech of President Rodrigo Roa Duterte during his visit to the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) Central Command Headquarters [Delivered at Bondad Hall, AFP Central Command Headquarters, Camp Lapu–Lapu, Cebu City on August 5, 2016] Can you give the order of tikas pahinga? Kindly. Thank you. Secretary Delfin Lorenzana; Secretary Michael […]
President Rodrigo Roa Duterte’s Speech During a Wake Visit To Killed-In-Action Soldiers
August 7, 2016
PRESIDENT RODRIGO ROA DUTERTE’S SPEECH DURING A WAKE VISIT TO KILLED-IN-ACTION SOLDIERS Naval Forces Eastern Mindanao, Panacan, Davao City 07 August 2016 (NOTE: EDITED VERSION) I would like to address myself to the Communist Party of the Philippines. I would like to talk to you about the rules of war. Kasi po if it is to your […]
President Duterte sends “ultimatum” on landmines to CPP-NDF panel; honors soldiers killed in Compostela Valley
August 7, 2016
President Rodrigo Roa Duterte issued early Sunday morning an ultimatum against communist rebels’ use of landmines and demanded inclusion of the battlefield issue in the peace talks or else the negotiations are off. “Either you stop it or we stop talking,” the President said in a news conference held at the wake of four Philippine […]
Duterte: No Let Up Until The Drug Apparatus Is Destroyed
August 6, 2016
DUTERTE: NO LET UP UNTIL THE DRUG APPARATUS IS DESTROYED In the war against illegal drugs, President Rodrigo R. Duterte reiterated his stand that the government will not stop until the apparatus of the drug syndicates has been destroyed and the market for illegal drugs is eliminated. “That is my sacred obligation to the people. I […]
PRRD Promises Land, Livelihood To Capiz Rebel Returnees
August 6, 2016
JAMINDAN, Capiz — President Rodrigo R. Duterte vowed Friday to give state-owned land and livelihood to 17 rebel returnees during his visit here so they could start a new life under the fold of the law. The President met the former rebels during his visit to Camp Macario Peralta Jr. The rebel returnees, who were members […]
Radio Interview with Presidential Spokesperson Ernesto Abella – DZRB Interview – “Kaagapay ng Bayan” with Marie Peña-Ruiz and Oliver Abelleda
August 6, 2016
Presidential Communications Office Presidential News Desk 06 August 2016 PRESIDENTIAL SPOKESPERSON ERNESTO ABELLA DZRB Interview
“Kaagapay ng Bayan” with Marie Peña-Ruiz and Oliver Abelleda PRESIDENTIAL SPOKESPERSON ABELLA: Good morning. Kamusta kayo diyan? Q: Okay lang po. We hope you’re fine too. Q: Good morning sir. PRESIDENTIAL SPOKESPERSON ABELLA: Opo, opo. Q: Meron ba sir kayong pahayag po, statement […]
Media Interview with President Rodrigo Roa Duterte in Bajada, Davao City
August 5, 2016
Presidential Communications Office Presidential News Desk 05 August 2016 Media Interview with PRESIDENT RODRIGO ROA DUTERTE [Southern Philippines Medical Center, Bajada, Davao City] PRESIDENT DUTERTE: … At Magsaysay, lalo na he was serving a warrant, under warrant iyon for drug case. So alam naman po ninyo kung gaano ako kagalit diyan sa droga na […]
Speech: President Rodrigo Roa Duterte during his visit to Camp Gen. Macario B. Peralta, Jr. Jamindan, Capiz
August 5, 2016
Presidential Communications Office Presidential News Desk 05 August 2016 SPEECH OF PRESIDENT RODRIGO ROA DUTERTE DURING HIS VISIT TO 3RD INFANTRY (SPEARHEAD) DIVISION, PA, CAMP GEN. MACARIO B. PERALTA, JR, JAMINDAN, CAPIZ Secretary Delfin Lorenzana; Secretary Michael Dino, Presidential Assistant; General; Visaya; Lt. Gen. Edgardo Año, General Harold Cabreros, galing lang siya sa akin, kaalis lang; [inaudible]; Undersecretary […]
Speech: President Rodrigo Roa Duterte during the State of Mindanao Environmental Summit
August 4, 2016
Presidential Communications Office Presidential News Desk 04 August 2016 SPEECH OF PRESIDENT RODRIGO ROA DUTERTE DURING THE STATE OF MINDANAO ENVIRONMENTAL SUMMIT 2016 “OYA MINDANAW!” Ateneo de Davao University, Jacinto St., Davao City Secretary Gina Lopez; Secretary Emmanuel Piñol of the Department of Agriculture; the Presidential Spokesman, Spokesperson Ernesto Abella; Fr. Joel S.J., President […]
Duterte: Equality Will Be Resolved In Favor Of The Poor
August 4, 2016
Appearing before the faculty and students of the Ateneo de Davao University during the “Oya Mindanaw,” President Rodrigo Roa Duterte lashed out at the oligarchs who exploit the country’s natural resources particularly, those in the mining and fisheries industry. “We are here now and we will go after mining businesses which do not follow the standards. Even if it […]
Proclamation No. 32, s. 2016
Signed on August 4, 2016
MALACAÑAN PALACE MANILA BY THE PRESIDENT OF THE PHILIPPINES PROCLAMATION NO. 32 DECLARING THURSDAY, 29 SEPTEMBER 2016, AS A SPECIAL (NON-WORKING) DAY IN THE MUNICIPALITY OF SAN RAFAEL, PROVINCE OF BULACAN WHEREAS, Thursday, 29 September 2016, marks the 266th Foundation Day of the Municipality of San Rafael, Province of Bulacan; WHEREAS, it is but fitting and […]
Proclamation No. 31, s. 2016
Signed on August 4, 2016
MALACAÑAN PALACE MANILA BY THE PRESIDENT OF THE PHILIPPINES PROCLAMATION NO. 31 DECLARING WEDNESDAY, 21 SEPTEMBER 2016, AS A SPECIAL (NON-WORKING) DAY IN THE MUNICIPALITY OF SAN MATEO, PROVINCE OF RIZAL WHEREAS, Wednesday, 21 September 2016, marks the 445th Foundation Day of the Municipality of San Mateo, Rizal; WHEREAS, it is but fitting and […]
Proclamation No. 30, s. 2016
Signed on August 4, 2016
MALACAÑAN PALACE MANILA BY THE PRESIDENT OF THE PHILIPPINES PROCLAMATION NO. 30 DECLARING MONDAY, 19 SEPTEMBER 2016, AS A SPECIAL (NON-WORKING) DAY IN THE CITY OF TACURONG WHEREAS, Monday, 19 September 2016, marks its 16th Cityhood Anniversary and Talakudong Festival 2016 on Sunday, 18 September 2016; WHEREAS, it is but fitting and proper that […]
Proclamation No. 29, s. 2016
Signed on August 4, 2016
MALACAÑAN PALACE MANILA BY THE PRESIDENT OF THE PHILIPPINES PROCLAMATION NO. 29 DECLARING FRIDAY, 16 SEPTEMBER 2016, AS A SPECIAL (NON-WORKING) DAY IN THE MUNICIPALITY OF LOS BAÑOS, PROVINCE OF LAGUNA WHEREAS, Friday, 16 September 2016, marks the 401st Foundation Day Municipality of Los Baños, Laguna; WHEREAS, it is but fitting and proper that […]
Proclamation No. 28, s.2016
Signed on August 4, 2016
MALACAÑAN PALACE MANILA BY THE PRESIDENT OF THE PHILIPPINES PROCLAMATION NO. 28 DECLARING THURSDAY, 15 SEPTEMBER 2016, AS A SPECIAL (NON-WORKING) DAY IN THE PROVINCE OF BULACAN WHEREAS, Thursday, 15 September 2016, marks the celebration of the 118th anniversary of the inauguration of the Malolos Congress in the Province of Bulacan; WHEREAS, it is […]
Proclamation No. 27, s. 2016
Signed on August 4, 2016
MALACAÑAN PALACE MANILA BY THE PRESIDENT OF THE PHILIPPINES PROCLAMATION NO. 27 DECLARING THURSDAY, 8 SEPTEMBER 2016, AS A SPECIAL (NON-WORKING) DAY IN THE CITY OF DIGOS WHEREAS, Thursday, 8 September 2016, marks the 16th Charter Day of the City of Digos; WHEREAS, it is but fitting and proper that the people of the […]
Proclamation No. 26, s. 2016
Signed on August 4, 2016
MALACAÑAN PALACE MANILA BY THE PRESIDENT OF THE PHILIPPINES PROCLAMATION NO. 26 DECLARING 19 AUGUST 2016 (FRIDAY) AND 22 AUGUST 2016 (MONDAY), AS SPECIAL (NON-WORKING) DAYS IN THE CITY OF DAVAO WHEREAS, the City of Davao celebrates the Kadayawan Festival and Araw ng Pasasalamat in the month of August every year; WHEREAS, to enable […]
PPCRV Supports Duterte’s Electoral Reform Initiatives, Anti-Corruption Drive
August 4, 2016
The Parish Pastoral Council for Responsible Voting (PPCRV) paid a courtesy call to President Rodrigo Duterte at the Rizal Hall of the Malacaňan Palace on Wednesday. A multi-sectoral election watchdog group, the PPCRV praised the President’s efforts to bring back peace and order in the country and concentrate efforts to address other pressing needs like […]
PRRD Endorses Immediate ROTC Revival
August 3, 2016
The Duterte administration wants the immediate revival of the Reserve Officers’ Training Corps (ROTC) program as soon as legal requirements are in place, a Palace official said on Wednesday. In a press briefing, Presidential Spokesperson Ernesto Abella said it was President Rodrigo Roa Duterte who personally backed the ROTC’s revival. “It’s going to help in […]
Press Briefing by Presidential Spokesperson Ernesto Abella (August 3, 2016)
August 3, 2016
Presidential Communications Office Presidential News Desk 03 August 2016 PRESIDENTIAL SPOKESPERSON ERNESTO ABELLA Press Briefing Area Malacañan Palace OPENING STATEMENT: PRESIDENTIAL SPOKESPERSON ABELLA: Good afternoon. Alright, this has been a great week and we look forward to another great week next week. Alright, and [laughs] [I am saying that same thing all over again] But anyway, we just […]
Speech: President Rodrigo Roa Duterte During His Visit To V. Luna General Hospital (AFP Medical Center)
August 3, 2016
Presidential Communications OfficePresidential News Desk2 August 2016 SPEECH OFPRESIDENT RODRIGO ROA DUTERTEDURING HIS VISIT TO V. LUNA GENERAL HOSPITAL (AFP MEDICAL CENTER) Secretary Bejamin Diokno, Acting Secretary Ricardo David, Jr., [si nandun sa ano, Kuala Lumpur? Ay Indonesia, I’m sorry], Lt. Gen. Glorioso Miranda, Major Service Commanders, Brigadier General Joseph Acosta, the officials, men […]
President Duterte Tells Big Businesses To Stop Contractualization
August 1, 2016
President Rodrigo Duterte on Monday warned large businesses to refrain from the practice of contractualization just to cut cost or they will face closure. PRRD said they will lose their permits to operate if caught abusing labor laws. He said the labor department will be sending people in the field to check if companies are […]
Speech: President Rodrigo Roa Duterte during the Mass Oath-taking of Appointees
August 1, 2016
Presidential Communications OfficePresidential News Desk1 August 2016 SPEECH OFPRESIDENT RODRIGO ROA DUTERTEDURING THE MASS OATH-TAKING OF APPOINTEES[Rizal Hall, Malacañan Palace] Just sit down and listen for a while. Alam mo, we’ll have a Cabinet meeting and we will be talking about this time about peace. Along the way, it’s always a rocky road. There […]
Q&A: Media Interview with President Rodrigo Roa Duterte (August 1, 2016)
August 1, 2016
Presidential Communications OfficePresidential News Desk01 August 2016 Media Interview withPresident Rodrigo Roa Duterte[Rizal Hall, Malacañan Palace] Two urgent matters that I will bring to the attention of the people of the Philippines. One is the lackadaisical attitude of some big business to do away with contractualization. Alam mo I heard Secretary Bello of the […]
Speech: Presidential Communications Office Secretary Martin Andanar – 911 Hotline Inauguration and 24th Police Community Relations Group Founding Anniversary in Camp Crame
August 1, 2016
Presidential Communications OfficePresidential News Desk1 August 2016 Speech ofPresidential Communications Office Secretary Martin Andanar911 Hotline Inauguration and 24th Police Community Relations Group Founding Anniversary in Camp Crame[August 1, 2016] Police Director General Ronald Dela Rosa, Police Deputy Director General Francisco A. Uyami Jr., Police Director Benjamin Magalong, Police Chief Superintendent Ramon Apolinario, Police Senior […]
Gov’t Launches Emergency, Complaints Hotlines
August 1, 2016
During times of emergency or when in need of police assistance, call 911. For complaints against public officials, dial 8888. These hotlines were launched on Monday at the Philippine National Police (PNP) headquarters in Camp Crame, Quezon City. This was in line with President Rodrigo Roa Duterte’s directive to fight crimes and illegal drugs as […]
Speech: President Rodrigo Roa Duterte During His Attendance To The Presidential Security Group (PSG) Dinner
August 1, 2016
Presidential Communications OfficePresidential News Desk31 July 2016 Speech ofPresident Rodrigo Roa Duterteduring his attendance to the Presidential Security Group (PSG) Dinner[Delivered at the PSG Grandstand, Malacanang Park] Let me begin by addressing myself to you to your officers, Brigadier General Rolando Bautista, Executive Secretary Salvador Medialdea, Presidential Adviser for Military Affairs Arthur Tabaquero, the men […]
Memorandum Order No. 2, s. 2016
Signed on August 1, 2016
Office of the President of the Philippines Malacañang MEMORANDUM ORDER NO. 2 Pursuant to Executive Order No. 309, dates 08 March 1996, the Disposal Committee in the Office of the President (OPDC) is hereby reconstituted as follows: Chairperson: Deputy Executive Secretary for Finance and Administration Members Head, Assets Management Office Head, Malacañang Records […]
89 families in Cagayan, Isabela evacuated due to ‘Carina’
August 1, 2016
TUGUEGARAO CITY, Aug. 1 (PNA) — Eighty-nine families in four towns of Cagayan and Isabela have sought refuge in evacuation centers as floods due to heavy rains brought by severe tropical storm ‘Carina’ continue to rise, the Office of Civil Defense (OCD) Regional Office-02 reported Monday. Of the said number, 51 families or 153 individuals […]
PRRD Reminds PSG To Be Loyal To The Constitution
August 1, 2016
President Rodrigo R. Duterte met with the Presidential Security Group (PSG) and their families on Sunday evening in Malacanan and urged them to continue carrying out their Constitutional mandate. He said, “I am happy that you secure my person but just the same, I would like to caution everybody that I do not cultivate personal […]
‘Carina’ brings rains to Nueva Vizcaya
July 31, 2016
BAYOMBONG, Nueva Vizcaya, July 31 (PNA) — Tropical storm “Carina” spawned moderate rains in Nueva Vizcaya since Saturday night, threatening landslides along critical portions of the national highway.disas The Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH), Philippine National Police (PNP), Land Transportation Office (LTO), PNP-Highway Patrol Group (HPG) and concerned local government units are on […]
‘Carina’ maintains strength while moving over northern Cagayan — PAGASA
July 31, 2016
MANILA, July 31 (PNA) — Severe tropical storm “Carina” has maintained its strength while traversing northern Cagayan province in northern Luzon, the state weather bureau said in its weather bulletin issued at 5:00 p.m. Sunday. The Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) said that as of 4:00 p.m., the center of storm “Carina” […]
NGCP to place Luzon grid on yellow alert Sunday night
July 31, 2016
MANILA, July 31 (PNA) — The National Grid Corporation of the Philippines (NGCP) will raise the alert of the Luzon grid to yellow status from 7:00 p.m.-9:00 p.m. Sunday due to power supply deficiency. NGCP said the Luzon grid will be on yellow alert due to “lower level operating reserves brought about by insufficient power […]
Ilocos Norte fishers alerted against rough seas as ‘Carina’ intensifies
July 31, 2016
LAOAG CITY, July 31 (PNA) — Disaster authorities in Ilocos Norte on Sunday warned fisherfolks not to venture into the seas due to expected rough to very rough conditions in the northern and eastern seaboards of Luzon brought by tropical storm ‘Carina’. As of this posting, the Provincial Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council (PDRRMC) […]
Gov’t Ready To Extend Assistance As Storm Threatens The Country
July 31, 2016
Presidential Communications Secretary Martin Andanar said the government is ready to extend assistance to would-be victims of tropical storm “Carina” with relief goods prepositioned in areas that may be affected. In a radio interview, Andanar said that based on the report of the National Disaster Risk Reduction Management Council (NDRRMC), personnel from the Department of […]
‘Carina’ makes landfall in Cagayan
July 31, 2016
MANILA, July 31 (PNA) — Severe tropical storm ‘Carina’ made landfall in the province of Cagayan on Sunday afternoon, state weather bureau PAGASA said. In an interview, PAGASA weather observer Benjie Depas said ‘Carina’ made landfall around 1:20 p.m. on Sunday at Cabutunan Point in the town of Baggao in Cagayan. He noted that ‘Carina’ […]
TS ‘Carina’ disrupts operations of North Luzon transmission line –NGCP
July 31, 2016
MANILA, July 31 (PNA) — The National Grid Corporation of the Philippines (NGCP) reported one power facility in North Luzon that was affected by severe tropical storm “Carina” as of Sunday morning. The facility is the Magapit-Sta. Ana 69-kilovolt line, which is within the Cagayan province franchise area, particularly Buguey, Sta. Ana, Sta. Teresita, and …
949 passengers stranded in various ports nationwide due to ‘Carina’
July 31, 2016
MANILA, July 31 (PNA) — Passengers stranded in various ports nationwide due to severe tropical storm ‘Carina’ have decreased to 949, the Philippine Coast Guard said Sunday. These include 192 rolling cargoes, 8 vessels and 1 motor banca. A rundown of those stranded include: COAST GUARD DISTRICT BICOL- 69 covering the ff ports of: Port […]
DOH on code White Alert for TS ‘Carina’
July 31, 2016
MANILA, July 31 (PNA) — The Department of Health (DOH) said on Sunday it has raised its alert status to code White Alert since July 29 as part of its preparation for any eventualities that maybe caused by tropical storm “Carina.” Code White Alert refers to the readiness of hospital manpower like general and orthopedic […]
Almost PHP1-B worth of standby funds, relief supplies in place for impact of ‘Carina’
July 31, 2016
MANILA, July 31 (PNA) — The Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) has prepositioned a total of PHP952,313,694.09 worth of standby funds and stockpiles in anticipation of the need to provide augmentation for the impact of severe tropical storm ‘Carina’ The funds and stockpiles consisting of food packs and non-food items in its field […]
Q&A: Secretary Martin Andanar, Presidential Communications Office – DZRB Interview Anchored By Albert Sebastian
July 31, 2016
Presidential Communications OfficePresidential News Desk31 July 2016 SECRETARY MARTIN ANDANARPRESIDENTIAL COMMUNICATIONS OFFICEDZRB InterviewAnchored by Albert Sebastian Q&A:Q: May ilang questions lang po from Malacañang Press Corps. Ang tanong po doon sa West Philippine Sea, when will FVR go? What are the general orders? SEC. ANDANAR: Iyong sa West Philippine Sea, hinihintay natin ang desisyon ng […]
230 persons in N. Samar pre-emptively evacuated due to ‘Carina’ — NDRRMC
July 31, 2016
MANILA, July 31 (PNA) — More than 200 persons were pre-emptively evacuated in Northern Samar due to the effects of Tropical Storm “Carina”, the National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council (NDDRMC) said on Sunday. NDRRMC said 44 families or 230 persons in the muncipalities of Mondragon and Pmabujan in Northern Samar were pre-emptively evacuated […]
‘Carina’ threatens Isabela-Cagayan area; 10 areas in Luzon under Signal No. 2
July 31, 2016
MANILA, July 31 (PNA) — Ten provinces in Luzon are now under Tropical Cyclone Warning Signal (TCWS) No. 2 as tropical storm ‘Carina’ has slightly intensified and now poses threat to Isabela-Cagayan area, the state weather bureau said on Sunday. In an interview, PAGASA weather forecaster Samuel Diran said that as of 4:00 a.m., the […]
Cordillera RDRRMC on high alert as ‘Carina’ threatens northern Luzon
July 31, 2016
BAGUIO CITY, July 31 (PNA) — Authorities in the Cordillera Rgion are on high alert as tropical storm Carina is expected to bring stormy weather over northern Luzon. With this, the Cordillera Regional Disaster Risk Reduction Management Council (RDRRMC) is closely monitoring the provincial, municipal and city DRRMCs for any developments especially in landslide and […]
PRRD Bares Relocation Plan Of Informal Settlers In Davao
July 30, 2016
President Rodrigo Duterte revealed the government’s plan to relocate informal settlers residing at Purok 35 within Barangay 76A, Davao City. In a dinner with over a hundred families on July 29, the President asked for understanding and explained the reason for the relocation. The government is going to use the area to build roads and […]
Statement: President Rodrigo Roa Duterte During His Visit To The Wake Of CAFGU Member
July 30, 2016
Presidential Communications OfficePresidential News Desk29 July 2016 STATEMENT OFPRESIDENT RODRIGO ROA DUTERTEduring his visit to the wake of CAFGU member[Delivered at 60th IB headquarters, Asuncion, Daval del Norte] I’d like to address myself to the Filipino people. I decided to declare a unilateral ceasefire because I know that the Philippines needs peace to survive […]
PRRD To Reds: I Dealt With You In Good Faith
July 29, 2016
President Rodrigo Duterte has been upset over an apparent breach in the ceasefire agreement with the ambush and slaying of a government militiaman in Davao del Norte. “I decided to declare a unilateral ceasefire because I know that the Philippines needs peace to survive in the coming generation. Actually, this is not for us, it […]
President Duterte Eyes Inclusive Government As Peace Talks Loom
July 29, 2016
President Rodrigo Roa Duterte on Thursday said he will not agree on a coalition government with the communist rebels and would prefer an inclusive set up. This developed as the government starts its peace negotiations with the communist groups. In a situation briefing in Camp Nakar in Lucena City, the President said he wants to […]
Press Briefing by Presidential Spokesperson Ernesto Abella (July 29, 2016)
July 29, 2016
Presidential Communications OfficePresidential News Desk29 July 2016 PRESIDENTIAL SPOKESPERSON ERNESTO ABELLAPress Briefing AreaMalacañan Palace OPENING STATEMENT: PRESIDENTIAL SPOKESPERSON ABELLA: I’d like to begin by reading a press release from the government peace panel representative: GPH Panel Chair Secretary Silvestre Bello III expressed sadness over the ambush yesterday of government troops by members of the […]
Speech Of President Rodrigo Roa Duterte During His Visit To Camp Guillermo Nakar, Lucena City, Quezon Province
July 28, 2016
Presidential Communications OfficePresidential News Desk28 July 2016 SPEECH OF PRESIDENT RODRIGO ROA DUTERTE DURING HIS VISIT TO CAMP GUILLERMO NAKAR, LUCENA CITY, QUEZON PROVINCE Secretary Delfin Lorenzana, Secretary Arthur Tabaquero, General Ricardo Visaya, Lt. Gen Eduardo Año, Major General Romeo Gan, Police Supt. Valfrie Tabian, officials men and women of the Armed Forces of the […]
Proclamation No. 25, s. 2016
Signed on July 28, 2016
MALACAÑAN PALACE MANILA BY THE PRESIDENT OF THE PHILIPPINES PROCLAMATION NO. 25 DECLARING THURSDAY, 11 AUGUST 2016, AS A SPECIAL (NON-WORKING) DAY IN THE PROVINCE OF SAMAR WHEREAS, Thursday, 11 August 2016, the Province of Samar marks the commemoration of the declaration of Samar as an independent province of Leyte and Cebu; WHEREAS, it […]
Proclamation No. 24, s. 2016
Signed on July 28, 2016
MALACAÑAN PALACE MANILA BY THE PRESIDENT OF THE PHILIPPINES PROCLAMATION NO. 24 DECLARING FRIDAY, 5 AUGUST 2016, AS A SPECIAL (NON-WORKING) DAY IN THE MUNICIPALITY OF BAYOMBONG, PROVINCE OF NUEVA VIZCAYA WHEREAS, Thursday, 5 August 2016, the Municipality of Bayombong, Nueva Vizcaya marks the celebration of the “Araw ng Bayombong”; WHEREAS, it is but […]
Proclamation No. 23, s. 2016
Signed on July 28, 2016
MALACAÑAN PALACE MANILA BY THE PRESIDENT OF THE PHILIPPINES PROCLAMATION NO. 23 DECLARING THURSDAY, 4 AUGUST 2016, AS A SPECIAL (NON-WORKING) DAY IN THE MUNICIPALITY OF SAN PASCUAL, PROVINCE OF BATANGAS WHEREAS, Thursday, 4 August 2016, marks the Foundation Day of the Municipality of San Pascual, Batangas; WHEREAS, it is befitting and proper that […]
Secretary Salvador Medialdea During The Ceremonial Turnover Of Freedom Of Information Executive Order
July 28, 2016
Presidential Communications OfficePresidential News Desk28 July 2016 SECRETARY MARTIN ANDANARPRESIDENTIAL COMMUNICATIONS OFFICEANDCABINET SECRETARY SALVADOR MEDIALDEADURING THE CEREMONIAL TURNOVER OF FREEDOM OF INFORMATION EXECUTIVE ORDER SEC. ANDANAR: Good morning. Good morning. Good morning, everyone. So magkakaroon po tayo ng isang symbolic turnover ng Freedom of Information Executive Order. At I will allow and the give the […]
Medialdea Leads Turn-Over Of FOI EO
July 28, 2016
Executive Secretary Salvador Medialdea on Thursday led the ceremonial turn-over of the signed, sealed and stamped document known as the Executive Order on Freedom of Information (EO on FOI) to Presidential Communications Office Secretary Martin Andanar, at the Premiere Guest House in Malacañan. Andanar stressed that the real point of EO on FOI. Andanar said […]
Speech Of President Rodrigo Roa Duterte During The Oath Taking Of Officers Of The League Of Cities And Provinces
July 28, 2016
SPEECH OFPRESIDENT RODRIGO ROA DUTERTEDURING THE OATH TAKING OF OFFICERS OF THE LEAGUE OF CITIES AND PROVINCES[Delivered on July 27] Kindly sit down. Thank you. I’ll dispense with the acknowledgements [of our ?] presence. Lahat naman tayo nandito magkakilala na. And, you know I was for the longest time Mayor of Davao City. A good […]
PRRD Encourages Military To Stay Alert, Promises To Provide The Best Armaments To Carry Out Their Mandate
July 28, 2016
Speaking before members of the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) and the Philippine National Police (PNP) at Camp Nakar in Lucena City, President Rodrigo R. Duterte expressed his disappointment with the New People’s Army (NPA) rebels who ambushed a Citizen Armed Force Geographical Unit (CAFGU) in Davao del Norte resulting in the death of […]
PRRD Takes Pride In Marikina Shoes’ World-Class Craftsmanship
July 28, 2016
President Rodrigo Duterte showed off his new pair of custom-made leather boots to members of the Cabinet as they were emerging from the President’s Hall in Malacañan. This was shortly after the lunch meeting with US Secretary of State John Kerry on July 27. In a conversation with Foreign Affairs Secretary Perfecto Yasay, Jr. and […]
Duterte, Kerry Affirm Long-Standing PH-US Relations
July 27, 2016
The Philippines and the United States affirmed their long-standing relations at Wednesday’s lunch meeting between President Rodrigo Roa Duterte and US Secretary of State John Kerry at the President’s Hall of Malacanan Palace. Presidential Spokesperson Ernesto Abella in a briefing told the Malacanan Press Corps that PRRD and Kerry took note of the special relationship, […]
The 2016 State of the Nation Address
July 26, 2016
State of the Nation Address of Rodrigo Roa Duterte President of the Philippines To the Congress of the Philippines Session Hall of the House of Representatives [Delivered at the Batasang Pambansa Complex, Quezon City on July 25, 2016] Thank you. Please allow me a little bit of informality at the outset. You would realize that […]
Proclamation No. 22, s. 2016
Signed on July 25, 2016
MALACAÑAN PALACE MANILA BY THE PRESIDENT OF THE PHILIPPINES PROCLAMATION NO. 22 DECLARATION WEDNESDAY, 3 AUGUST 2016, AS A SPECIAL (NON-WORKING) DAY IN THE CITY OF TACURONG WHEREAS, the City of Tacurong marks its 65th Foundation Anniversary and Tacurong Day on Wednesday, 3 August 2016; WHEREAS, it is but fitting and proper that the […]
Executive Order No. 02, s. 2016
Signed on July 23, 2016
MALACAÑAN PALACE MANILA BY THE PRESIDENT OF THE PHILIPPINES EXECUTIVE ORDER NO. 02 OPERATIONALIZING IN THE EXECUTIVE BRANCH THE PEOPLE’S CONSTITUTIONAL RIGHT TO INFORMATION AND THE STATE POLICIES TO FULL PUBLIC DISCLOSURE AND TRANSPARENCY IN THE PUBLIC SERVICE AND PROVIDING GUIDELINES THEREFOR WHEREAS, pursuant to Article 28, Article II of the 1987 Constitution, the State […]
PRRD to prioritize welfare of uniformed services
July 22, 2016
ZAMBOANGA CITY – President Rodrigo R. Duterte vowed on Thursday to give priority to the welfare of the military and police personnel as he urged them to intensify the government’s offensive against criminality and urban terrorism. In his speech before soldiers of the Western Mindanao Command (Westmincom), the President said, “In our talks during the […]
President Duterte visits Basilan, vows to help in its development
July 22, 2016
ISABELA CITY — President Rodrigo Duterte arrived here on Thursday, encouraging the people of Basilan to shun hatred and help his administration in developing the island province by working on a consensus on how to move forward. In his speech at Camp Luis Biel III, the President said the government and Moro rebels can’t fight […]
Pulse Asia survey: Record-high public trust rating for PRRD
July 20, 2016
President Rodrigo R. Duterte now holds the highest level of public trust since 1999, when Pulse Asia first conducted its trust ratings survey. This is based on the most recent survey conducted by Pulse Asia, which was released on Wednesday. The nationwide survey was conducted from July 2 to 8, 2016 among 1,200 Filipinos. It […]
Dureza: Peace roadmap to pave the way for federalism
July 19, 2016
In a meeting in Malacañan on Monday, President Rodrigo R. Duterte approved the new “Roadmap to Peace” that will address issues with various rebel groups, Presidential Adviser on the Peace Process Jesus Dureza announced during a press briefing on Tuesday. Work on a proposed Bangsamoro enabling law will be done simultaneously with the effort to […]
Pres. Duterte oks peace road map
July 19, 2016
Pres. Duterte oks peace road map A comprehensive peace road map that hopefully will bring about peace and development in the land got the presidential imprimatur during a closed door meeting late Monday afternoon in Malacanan.President Duterte approved in toto or in its entirety the peace formula presented by Office of the Presidential Adviser on […]
Andanar, Alvarez: SONA preparations underway
July 18, 2016
Presidential Communications Secretary Martin Andanar on Mondaygave an update on the ongoing preparations for the First State of the Nation Address (SONA) of President Rodrigo R. Duterte. Introduced to the Malacanan Press Corps (MPC) a member of the SONA committee, incoming Department of Finance (DOF) spokesperson Atty. Paola Alvarez, who also served as spokesperson of […]
PRRD: No relocation, no demolition
July 18, 2016
President Rodrigo R. Duterte said he will not allow the demolition of informal settlers’ dwellings if there is no available relocation site like what he did in Davao City. “During my time there will be no demolition pag walang relocation, ‘di ako papayag,” the President said in a speech in Malacanang on Sunday during the […]
President Rodrigo Roa Duterte’s statement on the terror attack in Nice, France
July 16, 2016
I would like to take this opportunity to make a public statement to say that we share the grief of France in the rampage of multiple murder of their citizens. We condemn the brutal and violent way that the people were run over by a truck as a terrorist act. We join the rest of […]
President Duterte honored at San Beda alumni reception
July 15, 2016
The San Beda Law Alumni Association hosted on Thursday a testimonial dinner reception at Club Filipino, San Juan City in honor of President Rodrigo R. Duterte, the first Philippine President who graduated from San Beda College. Among those present during the reception were former president Fidel V. Ramos, Executive Secretary Salvador Medialdea, Information and Communications […]
Sec. Taguiwalo welcomes COA report on P6.3 B unliquidated CCT funds; says findings will be used in review of all DSWD programs
July 15, 2016
In a press statement released by the Office of Secretary of the Department of Social Welfare and Development, Secretary Judy Taguiwalo welcomed the recent Commission on Audit report stating that there are P6.3 billion in unliquidated funds for the Pantawid Pamilyang Pilipino (4Ps) scheme. Sec. Taguiwalo said that she and members of her DSWD transition […]
President Rodrigo Roa Duterte’s Speech during the San Beda Law Alumni Association Testimonial Reception, Club Filipino, San Juan City, 14 July 2016
July 15, 2016
Kindly sit down. Salamat po. May I ask somebody to remove the prompter? Hindi ho… hindi ako nag-aano, hindi ako nagsasalita nang nagbabasa. Hindi sanay. Wala sa amin ‘yan sa probinsya. President Ramos; Atty. Avelino Cruz; Justice Acosta; very Rev. Fr. Aloysius Maranan; the citizens of the San Beda Republic; valued guests; ladies and gentlemen. […]
Palace announces new appointments
July 14, 2016
The President has signed the appointment of ARTHUR I. TABAQUERO as Presidential Adviser on Military Affairs with the rank of Undersecretary. RAMON P. JACINTO as Presidential Adviser on Economic Affairs and Information Technology Communications with the rank of Undersecretary; RAYMUNDO DE VERA ELEFANTE as Undersecretary for Finance, Ammunitions, Installations and Materials of the Department of […]
Duterte Presidency off to an excellent start
July 14, 2016
“The mandate is clear and unequivocal: It is mandate for change, and government cannot be stopped from its promise of reforming society by getting rid of drugs, criminality and corruption.” Thus said Communications Secretary Martin Andanar in reaction to the June 24-June 27 Social Weather Stations (SWS) survey which shows a whopping 84% of Filipinos […]
Government has single standard vs illegal drugs
July 12, 2016
During the press briefing at Malacanan, Presidential Spokesperson Ernesto Abella said President Rodrigo R. Duterte has only one standard when it comes to the campaign against illegal drugs. Abella said the top to bottom instruction is that police operations must be with regularity in the performance of functions. The statement came after Abella was asked […]
Pulse Asia survey: Record-high public trust rating for PRRD
July 20, 2016
President Rodrigo R. Duterte now holds the highest level of public trust since 1999, when Pulse Asia first conducted its trust ratings survey. This is based on the most recent survey conducted by Pulse Asia, which was released on Wednesday. The nationwide survey was conducted from July 2 to 8, 2016 among 1,200 Filipinos. It […]
Dureza: Peace roadmap to pave the way for federalism
July 19, 2016
In a meeting in Malacañan on Monday, President Rodrigo R. Duterte approved the new “Roadmap to Peace” that will address issues with various rebel groups, Presidential Adviser on the Peace Process Jesus Dureza announced during a press briefing on Tuesday. Work on a proposed Bangsamoro enabling law will be done simultaneously with the effort to […]
Pres. Duterte oks peace road map
July 19, 2016
Pres. Duterte oks peace road map A comprehensive peace road map that hopefully will bring about peace and development in the land got the presidential imprimatur during a closed door meeting late Monday afternoon in Malacanan.President Duterte approved in toto or in its entirety the peace formula presented by Office of the Presidential Adviser on […]
Andanar, Alvarez: SONA preparations underway
July 18, 2016
Presidential Communications Secretary Martin Andanar on Mondaygave an update on the ongoing preparations for the First State of the Nation Address (SONA) of President Rodrigo R. Duterte. Introduced to the Malacanan Press Corps (MPC) a member of the SONA committee, incoming Department of Finance (DOF) spokesperson Atty. Paola Alvarez, who also served as spokesperson of […]
PRRD: No relocation, no demolition
July 18, 2016
President Rodrigo R. Duterte said he will not allow the demolition of informal settlers’ dwellings if there is no available relocation site like what he did in Davao City. “During my time there will be no demolition pag walang relocation, ‘di ako papayag,” the President said in a speech in Malacanang on Sunday during the […]
President Rodrigo Roa Duterte’s statement on the terror attack in Nice, France
July 16, 2016
I would like to take this opportunity to make a public statement to say that we share the grief of France in the rampage of multiple murder of their citizens. We condemn the brutal and violent way that the people were run over by a truck as a terrorist act. We join the rest of […]
President Duterte honored at San Beda alumni reception
July 15, 2016
The San Beda Law Alumni Association hosted on Thursday a testimonial dinner reception at Club Filipino, San Juan City in honor of President Rodrigo R. Duterte, the first Philippine President who graduated from San Beda College. Among those present during the reception were former president Fidel V. Ramos, Executive Secretary Salvador Medialdea, Information and Communications […]
Sec. Taguiwalo welcomes COA report on P6.3 B unliquidated CCT funds; says findings will be used in review of all DSWD programs
July 15, 2016
In a press statement released by the Office of Secretary of the Department of Social Welfare and Development, Secretary Judy Taguiwalo welcomed the recent Commission on Audit report stating that there are P6.3 billion in unliquidated funds for the Pantawid Pamilyang Pilipino (4Ps) scheme. Sec. Taguiwalo said that she and members of her DSWD transition […]
President Rodrigo Roa Duterte’s Speech during the San Beda Law Alumni Association Testimonial Reception, Club Filipino, San Juan City, 14 July 2016
July 15, 2016
Kindly sit down. Salamat po. May I ask somebody to remove the prompter? Hindi ho… hindi ako nag-aano, hindi ako nagsasalita nang nagbabasa. Hindi sanay. Wala sa amin ‘yan sa probinsya. President Ramos; Atty. Avelino Cruz; Justice Acosta; very Rev. Fr. Aloysius Maranan; the citizens of the San Beda Republic; valued guests; ladies and gentlemen. […]
Palace announces new appointments
July 14, 2016
The President has signed the appointment of ARTHUR I. TABAQUERO as Presidential Adviser on Military Affairs with the rank of Undersecretary. RAMON P. JACINTO as Presidential Adviser on Economic Affairs and Information Technology Communications with the rank of Undersecretary; RAYMUNDO DE VERA ELEFANTE as Undersecretary for Finance, Ammunitions, Installations and Materials of the Department of […]
Disaster preparedness tops Cabinet agenda
July 12, 2016
Presidential Spokesperson Ernesto Abella said national disaster risk reduction topped the agenda in the July 11 Cabinet meeting. Prioritizing security personnel and health workers to be sent as first responders to calamity damaged areas were among those areas considered, Abella said during a press briefing in Malacanang on Tuesday. “There were also plans to preposition […]
DSWD extends aid to families affected by Butchoy
July 11, 2016
The Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) continues its relief efforts to affected families in Region III and IV-A even as Typhoon “Butchoy” leaves the Philippine area of responsibility. DSWD Secretary Judy Taguiwalo asked affected citizens to report their situations on the ground and for those who have not yet received assistance to coordinate […]
Mandatory drug testing for government personnel could regain lost public trust, says Palace official
July 9, 2016
Presidential Spokesperson Ernesto Abella said Malacanang favors mandatory drug testing for government employees to regain the trust of the public. In the midst of the Duterte administration’s intensified anti-illegal drug campaign, calls for the conduct of the mandatory testing is being raised. In a radio interview Saturday, Abella said the proposal is a welcome development […]
DWSD ready for Habagat
July 8, 2016
Department of Social Welfare and Development Secretary (DSWD) Judy M. Taguiwalo announced that the Department, including its field offices in the National Capital Region (NCR) and Region III, are on alert and standby for any emergencies. It has activated its quick response teams and has been monitoring the situation in the provinces of Bataan, Zambales […]
Palace suspends work in government offices and classes in public schools at all levels in the National Capital Region effective 1 p.m. today, July 8, 2016
July 8, 2016
Memorandum Circular No. 2 dated 8 July 2016
Memorandum Circular No. 2, s. 2016
Signed on July 8, 2016
Office of the President of the Philippines Malacañang MEMORANDUM CIRCULAR NO. 02 Upon recommendation of the National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council (NDRRMC), and in view of the continuing inclement weather brought about by Typhoon “Butchoy,” work in government offices and classes in public schools at all levels in the National Capital Region, are […]
Speech of President Rodrigo Roa Duterte during the Mindanao Hariraya Eid’l Fitr 2016
July 8, 2016
SPEECH OF PRESIDENT RODRIGO ROA DUTERTE DURING THE MINDANAO HARIRAYA EID’L FITR 2016 [July 8, 2016, SMX Convention Center Davao, Davao City] Secretary Yasmin Busran-Lao of the National Commission on Muslim Filipinos; Atty Guiling Mamondiong, he will be the Secretary of TESDA. It is a Cabinet position. Councilor Halila Sudagar of the Davao City Council; […]
PRRD to prioritize ConCon, FOI
July 5, 2016
President Rodrigo R. Duterte is pushing for a Constitutional Convention (ConCon) as a mode of changing some provisions of the Constitution which is among the priorities of the administration, said Presidential Spokesperson Ernesto Abella who presided over the first press briefing in Malacanang on Monday. “As far as we know, President Duterte favors ConCon,” said Abella, pointing out that “it’s more […]
VP Leni meets with Pres. Duterte, expresses support
July 4, 2016
A “cordial” meeting was held Monday afternoon in Malacanang between President Rodrigo R. Duterte and Vice President Leni G.Robredo when the country’s second highest official paid a courtesy call on the President. Secretary Martin Andanar of the Presidential Communications Office (PCO) said the President and Vice President had a closed-door meeting in which VP Robredo […]
Declaring Wednesday, 6 July 2016, as a regular holiday throughout the country in observance of Eid’l Fitr (Feast of Ramadhan)
July 4, 2016, Proclamation no. 6 dated 4 July 2016
Gov’t to address hunger through inter-agency collaboration
July 4, 2016
The government will carry out concerted efforts to address hunger in the country through its frontline agencies, as more families claim they experience involuntary hunger based on the first quarter Social Weather Stations (SWS) survey. “It’s being addressed by the proper departments,” Presidential Spokesperson Ernesto Abella said in a press briefing in Malacanang on Monday […]
EO on FOI expected until next week – Andanar
July 3, 2016
“The best days are yet to come.” Presidential Communications Office Secretary, Martin Andanar has announced that the long-awaited Freedom of Information Bill is being finalized and is expected within the week, he said over Radyo ng Bayan on Sunday. “This week, watch out for the draft of the Executive Order for the Freedom of Information […]
Speech of President Rodrigo Roa Duterte during the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) Change of Command Ceremony
July 1, 2016
Speech of President Rodrigo Roa Duterte during the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) Change of Command Ceremony [Delivered at the AFP General Headquarters Grandstand, Camp Aguinaldo, Quezon City] Kindly sit down. Thank you. Troop Commander, give the order of tikas pahinga. The Vice President Leni Robredo, this is my first time to meet you […]
Executive Order No. 01, s. 2016
Signed on June 30, 2016
MALACAÑAN PALACE MANILA BY THE PRESIDENT OF THE PHILIPPINES EXECUTIVE ORDER NO. 01 REENGINEERING THE OFFICE OF THE PRESIDENT TOWARDS GREATER RESPONSIVENESS TO THE ATTAINMENT OF DEVELOPMENT GOALS WHEREAS, the Office of the President of the Philippines is mandated to manage the overall development process and advance national development goals stipulated in the Philippine Development […]
Memorandum Circular No. 1, s. 2016
Signed on June 30, 2016
Office of the President of the Philippines Malacañang MEMORANDUM CIRCULAR NO. 1 ENSURING CONTINUOUS AND EFFECTIVE DELIVERY OF GOVERNMENT SERVICES TO THE PEOPLE In the expediency of the service and to ensure the continuous and effective delivery of national government services to the people, the following are hereby directed to continue serving in hold-over capacity […]
Speech of President Rodrigo Roa Duterte at the Solidarity Dinner
June 30, 2016
SPEECH OF PRESIDENT RODRIGO ROA DUTERTE AT THE SOLIDARITY DINNER [June 30, 2016, Delpan Sports Complex, Tondo, Manila] Sinadya ko po na pagkatapos na ako’y mag-oath kanina bilang Presidente ng Pilipinas, sinadya ko ‘yung simpleng reception lang. Gusto ko po magtipid, pero sabi ko sa mga tauhan natin na mag-tipid tayo, pero huwag nating kalimutan […]
Toast of President Rodrigo Roa Duterte during the Inaugural Reception
June 30, 2016
TOAST OF PRESIDENT RODRIGO ROA DUTERTE DURING THE INAUGURAL RECEPTION [June 30, 2016, President’s Hall, Malacañan Palace] Excellencies of the Diplomatic Corps: Today we honor the Filipino people’s powerful victory to peacefully give voice to their aspirations for a life of constancy and dignity. Our people have spoken and the message is very clear. We […]
Inaugural address of President Rodrigo Roa Duterte
June 30, 2016
No leader, however strong, can succeed at anything of national importance or significance unless he has the support and cooperation of the people he is tasked to lead and sworn to serve.