President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. signed the Government Optimization Act, allowing restructuring of executive agencies to eliminate redundancies and improve efficiency. The law includes welfare measures for civil servants and is effective for five years.
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. of the Philippines arrived in New Delhi for a five-day state visit to India on August 4, 2023. The visit aims to strengthen diplomatic relations and explore economic opportunities, marking 75 years of ties between the two countries.
Former presidential spokesperson Harry Roque addresses comments made by Nicholas Kaufman, legal counsel to ex-President Rodrigo Duterte, labeling Roque as “irrelevant” in Duterte’s case, questioning the focus on him.
The Department of Health in the Philippines confirms no additional requirements are needed for Filipinos to avail the “Zero Billing” policy in 87 DOH-operated hospitals. All Filipinos, as PhilHealth members under the Universal Health Care Law, can access the policy, which aims to reduce financial burdens and improve healthcare access.
President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. of the Philippines will visit India from August 4-8, 2025, to sign at least six agreements with Prime Minister Narendra Modi, focusing on defense, trade, and technology. This marks the first visit by a Philippine president to India since 2007 and coincides with the 75th anniversary of diplomatic relations between the two nations.
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. will sign a law on August 12, 2023, to postpone the Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections to 2026. Voter registration continues until August 10. This move aims to align electoral schedules.
The University of the Philippines College of Law expressed concerns over the Supreme Court’s decision to nullify the impeachment case against Vice President Sara Duterte, warning that it compromises political accountability for public officials.
Businessman Atong Ang, along with PNP officers, faces murder and serious illegal detention charges filed with the DOJ in Manila concerning the disappearance of several sabungeros.
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. and German Chancellor Friedrich Merz held a phone discussion to bolster their partnership in defense, economic cooperation, and regional issues, with a shared goal of enhancing opportunities for their citizens.
On August 6, the Senate will review the Supreme Court’s ruling nullifying impeachment articles against Vice President Sara Duterte. Senate President Escudero states that the decision, reached after a caucus, allows time for senators to study the detailed Supreme Court decision. The outcome will significantly impact the political landscape.