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.
Justice Secretary Jesus Crispin Remulla announced the emergence of a new witness in the investigation of the missing sabungeros case. The witness is expected to provide crucial information to assist authorities in resolving the case and finding the missing persons connected to the sabong industry.
President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr. announced the implementation of zero-balance billing for patients in Department of Health hospitals, aiming to enhance healthcare accessibility and eliminate out-of-pocket expenses for Filipinos.
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. pledged to dedicate maximum effort in his remaining three years during his State of the Nation Address. He emphasized the Philippines’ strong economic indicators but stressed the need for these benefits to reach all citizens. Marcos urged collaboration across sectors for sustained growth and equitable development.
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. on Monday warned individuals attempting to manipulate palay prices and deceive farmers that the government will take legal action against such practices, as he unveiled plans to expand the P20 per kilo rice program nationwide during his fourth State of the Nation Address (SONA).