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SEVERE WEATHER BULLETIN TWENTY ONE
FOR: TROPICAL DEPRESSION “RUBY” (HAGUPIT)
TROPICAL CYCLONE: WARNING
ISSUED AT 5:00 AM, 09 DECEMBER 2014
FOR: TROPICAL DEPRESSION “RUBY” (HAGUPIT)
TROPICAL CYCLONE: WARNING
ISSUED AT 5:00 AM, 09 DECEMBER 2014
RUBY HAS WEAKENED INTO A TROPICAL DEPRESSION AND IS NOW HEADING TOWARDS LUBANG
ISLAND.
• Expected fifth landfall over Lubang Island between 5 – 6 am today.
• Estimated rainfall amount is from 5 – 15 mm per hour (moderate – heavy)
within the 300 km diameter of the tropical depression.
• TD “RUBY” and the Northeast Monsoon will cause rough to very rough sea
conditions over the seaboards of Luzon. Fisherfolks and those using small sea
craft are advised not to venture out over the said seaboards.
• Expected to Exit PAR: Wednesday evening.
Location of eye/center: At 4:00 AM today, the center of Tropical Deppresion “RUBY” was estimated based on all available data including Tagaytay Doppler radar at 80 km Southwest of Ambulong, Tanauan City, Batangas or at 90 km West Northwest of Calapan City, Oriental Mindoro (13.7°N, 120.4°E).
Strength: Maximum winds of 60 kph near the center.
Forecast Movement: Forecast to move West at 13 kph.
Forecast Positions:
• 24 hour (tomorrow morning): 375 km West of Ambulong, Tanauan City, Batangas or at 385 km West of Calapan City, Oriental Mindoro
• 48 hour (Thursday morning): 700 km West of Calapan City, Oriental Mindoro or outside the Philippine Area of Responsibility (PAR).
PUBLIC STORM WARNING SIGNAL #1
(Winds of 30-60 kph is expected in at least 36 hrs)
Metro Manila, Bataan, Cavite, Laguna, Batangas, Oriental Mindoro and Occidental Mindoro including Lubang Island
•Twigs and branches of trees maybe broken
•Some banana plants may tilt or land flat on the ground
•Rice in flowering stage may suffer significant damage
•Some nipa and cogon houses maybe partially unroofed
•Sea travel of small sea crafts and fishing boats is risky
These areas will have occasional rains with occasional gusty winds.
Public Storm Warning Signal elsewhere has been lifted.
The public and the disaster risk reduction and management council concerned are advised to take appropriate actions and watch for the next weather bulletin to be issued at 11 AM today.
ISLAND.
• Expected fifth landfall over Lubang Island between 5 – 6 am today.
• Estimated rainfall amount is from 5 – 15 mm per hour (moderate – heavy)
within the 300 km diameter of the tropical depression.
• TD “RUBY” and the Northeast Monsoon will cause rough to very rough sea
conditions over the seaboards of Luzon. Fisherfolks and those using small sea
craft are advised not to venture out over the said seaboards.
• Expected to Exit PAR: Wednesday evening.
Location of eye/center: At 4:00 AM today, the center of Tropical Deppresion “RUBY” was estimated based on all available data including Tagaytay Doppler radar at 80 km Southwest of Ambulong, Tanauan City, Batangas or at 90 km West Northwest of Calapan City, Oriental Mindoro (13.7°N, 120.4°E).
Strength: Maximum winds of 60 kph near the center.
Forecast Movement: Forecast to move West at 13 kph.
Forecast Positions:
• 24 hour (tomorrow morning): 375 km West of Ambulong, Tanauan City, Batangas or at 385 km West of Calapan City, Oriental Mindoro
• 48 hour (Thursday morning): 700 km West of Calapan City, Oriental Mindoro or outside the Philippine Area of Responsibility (PAR).
PUBLIC STORM WARNING SIGNAL #1
(Winds of 30-60 kph is expected in at least 36 hrs)
Metro Manila, Bataan, Cavite, Laguna, Batangas, Oriental Mindoro and Occidental Mindoro including Lubang Island
•Twigs and branches of trees maybe broken
•Some banana plants may tilt or land flat on the ground
•Rice in flowering stage may suffer significant damage
•Some nipa and cogon houses maybe partially unroofed
•Sea travel of small sea crafts and fishing boats is risky
These areas will have occasional rains with occasional gusty winds.
Public Storm Warning Signal elsewhere has been lifted.
The public and the disaster risk reduction and management council concerned are advised to take appropriate actions and watch for the next weather bulletin to be issued at 11 AM today.
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Heavy Rainfall Warning No. 08
Weather System: Tropical Depression #RUBY
Issued at: 06:00 AM, 9 December 2014 (Tuesday)
YELLOW
IMPACT: FLOODING in low-lying areas.
AREAS: Cavite and Batangas
Weather System: Tropical Depression #RUBY
Issued at: 06:00 AM, 9 December 2014 (Tuesday)
YELLOW
IMPACT: FLOODING in low-lying areas.
AREAS: Cavite and Batangas
•Meanwhile, light to moderate with occasional heavy rains affecting
Metro Manila, Laguna, Rizal, Quezon, Pampanga, Bulacan, Bataan, Zambales
and Nueva Ecija which may persist for 2-3 hours.
•These information are based on current radar data, predicted typhoon track and all available meteorological data.
•The public and the Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council concerned are advised to MONITOR the weather condition and watch for the next advisory to be issued at 09:00 AM today.
•For more information and queries, please call at telephone numbers 927-1335 and 927-2877 or log on to www.http://kidlat.pagasa.dost.gov.ph/rainfall-warning
•These information are based on current radar data, predicted typhoon track and all available meteorological data.
•The public and the Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council concerned are advised to MONITOR the weather condition and watch for the next advisory to be issued at 09:00 AM today.
•For more information and queries, please call at telephone numbers 927-1335 and 927-2877 or log on to www.http://kidlat.pagasa.dost.gov.ph/rainfall-warning
December 9, 2014 as of 6:00-7:00A.M.
PIAIV/PIA QUEZON : Rainy
1,314 children, beneficiaries of PCPCs “Give-A-Gift" project 2014
December 09, 2014
TRECE MARTIRES CITY, Cavite, Dec. 9 (PIA) – It was an early
Christmas treat to the 1,314 children who received simple gifts, food and
pampered with fun and games at the annual "Give-A-Gift" project 2014
organized by the Provincial Council for the Protection of Children (PCPC) on
December 6.The project, part of the year-round program of the provincial government for Caviteño kids, aimed to share love and the spirit of giving to less privileged children through acts of kindness genuinely extended by employees of the provincial government to their chosen beneficiaries.
In partnership with the different departments of the provincial government, the activity was conducted in 14 community-based institutions in Tagaytay City, Cavite City, and the cities of Dasmariñas, Imus and Bacoor, and municipalities of Amadeo, Naic, Silang and Gen. Trias.
In a statement released by the Provincial Information and Community Affairs Department (PICAD), the annual gift giving is a way to make the children feel the love and care of the people around them and a means to encourage employees from different departments of the provincial government to become advocates of children’s rights and welfare. (Rebecca Patricio/RBF, PIA-Cavite)
Tagalog news: Kapakanan ng mga kababaihan at kabataan, tampok sa forum
December 09, 2014
LUNGSOD NG BATANGAS, Dis. 9 (PIA) –Naging tampok ang mga luma at bagong
batas na mangangalaga sa kapakanan ng mga kababaihan at kabataan sa idinaos na
forum on Gender Responsive Case Management System sa Bahay Pag-asa
Transition and Rehabilitation Home sa lungsod na ito noong Disyembre 2.Ang nabanggit na forum ay bahagi ng 18-day (Nov. 25-Dec. 12) campaign to end violence against women and children (VAWC).
Sinabi ni City Social Welfare & Development officer Mila Espanola na layunin ng nabanggit na forum na maipabatid sa publiko ang mga luma at bagong batas na mangangalaga sa kapakanan ng mga kababaihan at mga kabataan at maipabatid ang mga tungkulin ng mga ahensya ng gobyerno na syang tutugon dito.
Layon din nito na mapaigting ang implementasyon ng mga batas upang maiwasan ang mga karahasan sa komunidad at mapalakas ang kamalayan ng mga tao sa Republic Act 9262 o Violence against Women and their Children (VAWC) na tumutukoy sa anumang akto ng physical, sexual, psychological violence at economic abuse against women o kanyang anak.
Ipinabatid din ni Espanola na patuloy ang kanilang tanggapan upang mabawasan o mapababa ang bilang ng mga batang inaabuso at mga biktima ng karahasan sa mga kababaihan.
Dumalo sa forum ang mga kinatawan ng tinatawag na “five pillars of justice system” na kinabibilangan ng health sa pamamagitan ng City Health Office, peoples organization sa pamamagitan ng women’s group (KALIPI), Batangas City PNP, court o City Prosecutor’s Office at City Social Welfare and Development Office (CSWDO).
Bahagi ng pagtitipon ang workshop kung saan inalam ng mga kalahok kung alin ang mga dapat iwasan at mga plano at preventive measures na kanilang ipatutupad sa hinaharap.
Bukod sa naturang forum, magkakaroon din ng pagpupulong para sa mga daycare workers, sa mga pamilya ng mga pardon, parole at probationers sa bilangguan at sa mga paaralan hinggil naman sa anti-bullying at anti-pornography.
Magugunita na idineklara ang ika-25 ng Nobyembre ng bawat taon bilang National Consciousness Day for the Elimination of VAWC. (Ronna Endaya Contreras, PIO-Batangas City/PIA-Batangas)
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President Benigno S. Aquino III's Q & during the
Annual Bulong Pulungan Christmas Party and Forum
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| Sofitel Philippine Plaza, Pasay City |
| 05 December 2014 |
| Joanne Ramirez (The Philippine Star): Good morning, Mr.
President. Mr. President, perhaps… I prepared this question before Ruby—I
heard of Ruby—so I was going to ask you: After you step down from office has
the thought of running for office, not necessarily President, crossed your
mind? Because I know JFK (John F. Kennedy) seriously thought of running for
senator after he stepped down from office and he didn’t think it was a
downgrade or something. So, your plans after 2016, when you could, would you
run for another office and serve? PRESIDENT AQUINO: After 2016 I think the foremost on my mind, together with my Cabinet, is to take at least a year break and recharge and recover from all the tensions, turmoil, concerns over the past six years by that time. So I think I will try to look for a means to serve in another capacity rather than elective office. Ms. Ramirez: Secretary (Gregory) Domingo, in fact, said that he was not afraid of the future because you would be there as fiscalizer. PRESIDENT AQUINO: Well, I think we can… There are very many roles that can be done not just in politics, and perhaps I owe it to those closest to me—especially my sisters, for instance—and even some of my staff, who have been with me since Congress, they are all looking forward to some time off. Ms. Ramirez: Thank you and Merry Christmas, Mr. President. PRESIDENT AQUINO: Merry Christmas. Rina Jimenez-David (Philippine Daily Inquirer): Good afternoon, Mr. President. In fact, the question I had in mind was to ask you: What is the first thing you would do when the new president is inaugurated? When you come home from Luneta, and the new president is sworn in, what are your personal plans? Where would you go? What would you do? What would be the first thing on your mind? PRESIDENT AQUINO: Well, going back to Times and staying in my own bed, in my own house will be parang—and relishing that point—and perhaps looking forward to the following day when I don’t have to wake up too early. I can laze around and get used to living in Times again. And perhaps visit the neighborhood charms like the supermarket and the fast food joints all around. Ms. David: You’re saying that you were thinking that there were other ways to serve after you leave office. Is there a particular field? Would you go like your mother did into cooperatives and NGO (non-government organization) work? Or is there a field of endeavor that, a special field of endeavor, that you’re thinking of? PRESIDENT AQUINO: People from our political persuasion seem to note that there is—how should I put it?—a dearth of institutionalizing the lessons that have been learned. So, perhaps one of the dreams (is), perhaps I can write a book to share the experiences. But, more importantly, we’d really want to interact with the youth and really help shape the next generation so that we don’t repeat the same mistakes. In exactly what form? I’m not exactly sure at this point in time. We are concerned with today’s issues. Julie Yap Daza (Manila Bulletin): Happy advent, Mr. President. I was listening to you preside over that NDRRMC (National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council) meeting yesterday for all of three hours, and I’d like you to confirm or deny that from the way you were reacting to the presentation, you were somewhat obsessive-compulsive? The way you pay attention to the minutiae of specific details. I think that was the first time we saw how your brain works. How would you describe yourself? PRESIDENT AQUINO: At the end of the day, I think I’m ultimately responsible for how this government works, and I want to impress upon everybody that it is not just doing something but rather doing the right thing. And, in certain instances, I really have to—how should I say?—press and overcome the inertia of some of the members of the bureaucracy. And I think that question will be better put to the secretaries present, who they claim are sometimes tortured, and have to endure a thesis-like defense presentation whenever I have to ask the questions. But, at the end of the day, I really want to be able to say to myself when I look myself at the mirror that we have done everything that was humanly possible to address whatever you’re issuing to us. And I impress upon that on all the members of this government, and not just in the executive, that we do bear a responsibility to everybody and we should not have a period where we are regretting that we could have done something and we didn’t choose to do so. So perhaps that is my way of making sure that everybody is doing the utmost in their respective roles. Ms. Daza: So on a scale of one to 10, how would you grade the quality of the presentation? Were you very happy, slightly happy? Did you think you wanted more out of their inputs? PRESIDENT AQUINO: Some of it… It was a three-hour meeting but some of it was already in shorthand. For instance, DOST (Department of Science and Technology), of course we had to learn about the science of all of this. We had to be clarified, precise, as to the precise meaning of all of the phrases and words and the jargon that was being thrown about in hopes of being able to direct the necessary actions in a more precise manner. So I was very happy with the DOST presentation. DPWH (Department of Public Works and Highways) where Secretary (Rogelio) Singson says the equipment that are creating the Millennium Challenge Corporation’s road in Samar is ready, which helped us in ‘Yolanda,’ is still available and they tell us that they are even more prepared than ‘Yolanda,’ then it doesn’t have to be talked about too long. When the AFP (Armed Forces of the Philippines) and the PNP (Philippine National Police) also say that their units, their personnel are prepositioned to include the maintenance, the logistic supply, then you’re calm. When DOE (Department of Energy) says there is fuel abundant already in Leyte alone, also, so perhaps… Ms. Daza: What grade would you give? PRESIDENT AQUINO: All of them? If I say they’re at 80 or 90 they might relax. So can I just say that they are at 50 pending resolution of this crisis? [laughter] Ms. Daza: Did something like this happen before ‘Yolanda’ hit? We were not so conscious about climate change at the time unlike this year. PRESIDENT AQUINO: Prior to ‘Yolanda,’ you had ‘Pablo,’ you had ‘Sendong’ that were localized in impact or intensity— Ms. Daza: Like a dress rehearsal. PRESIDENT AQUINO: In a sense. We thought the Zamboanga crisis with the hundred thousand mouths to feed was big. Then ‘Yolanda’ comes and it was 1.47 million families affected, and the sheer logistics involved, transferring all of these resources from either Luzon or Mindanao to get it into the areas most affected, especially Region VIII where you had to clear the roads, where you had to clear the airports or rebuild the ports and get everything, all the rest, was really a very, very severe challenge. It still is a challenge. Ms. Daza: So we can say that tomorrow will be a much better scenario? PRESIDENT AQUINO: In terms of— Ms. Daza: That everything will be in place in a better way? PRESIDENT AQUINO: In terms of preparation. But, of course, the track is not yet definite. There are two high pressure—I think you heard it yesterday—two high pressure areas that are impacting on the direction of ‘Ruby’ and dependent on how they influence Ruby’s path that will… Yesterday, for instance—I don’t know if you caught it—but I was asking: So we are looking at the red portion, we are looking at this as the probable track, and then we shift the resources to areas where they will be safe. If there is a divergence from that path, will it not be that our resources are in the place where the most destruction will happen? So they have been… I think they are doing the actual planning to make sure that regardless… We’re not putting all of the eggs in one basket. So regardless of where this track eventually finally settles, then we will be able to do a lot better than ‘Yolanda.’ Of course, dependent on the magnitude of ‘Ruby.’ Sandee Masigan (Travelite): Good morning, Mr. President, and advanced Merry Christmas. My question is: Since you assumed office, so many young people like myself have decided to come home from abroad and, you know, find a way to be able to contribute and help the country. And I know a lot of these young people would like to go and be public servants. So what advice would you give these future public servants? PRESIDENT AQUINO: I think it’s parang inappropriate for me to say so, ano, pero parang it’s like ‘marriage.’ [laughter] It’s a commitment. If you’re going to be honest or not, you’re going to get a reward in terms of financial considerations. The satisfaction will come from really impacting on people’s lives, especially for us, those really on the margins of society, and your ability to be able to contribute. I guess it also flows from why is the situation as it is? I think I’m misquoting JFK when he said some people see things as they are, and asked why, and he said—if I remember the quote—he asks: ‘Why not?’ So instead of having the same problems with each generation, having to repeat trying to address them, if we really put in our two cents worth and we really contribute, then the next generation should be solving a different set of problems and we are progressing, so… Especially the young, you have… After college, perhaps, easily you can do five years without being too delayed in your respective careers later on. And the energy that you bring in for those of us who are little less young, added with our experience, really does make finding the solutions that much easier. So, at the end of the day, you can stay on the sidelines and complain ‘til hell freezes over, or you can take an active part in it and be proud that, you know, you contributed to changing the status quo leading to the improvement of everybody’s lives. Domini Torrevillas (Philippine Star): Good afternoon, Mr. President. What have been the happiest moments in your life as President of the Republic? None? Too many? PRESIDENT AQUINO: Well, siguro when you look at the economy, when you have all of those credit ratings upgrades. When you get the investment grade status would be one of them. When we started out, we said there would be an improvement of lives, and the economy really has to improve and it has to be very inclusive. So when NEDA (National Economic and Development Authority) reports that there are about two and a half million people lifted out of poverty, and this was just last year’s figures, ‘yung parang above the poverty… Anyway, and 1.6 million net new jobs, when manufacturing comes in, when TESDA (Technical Education and Skills Development Authority) has all of these graduates that have really improved their lots in life… You know, I think in the SONA (State of the Nation Address) we highlighted one of them. He was a barker in Negros. He’s now a senior supervisor at a BPO (business process outsourcing) outfit in, if I remember correctly, Negros. Then, you can go on and on with the list. Things are changing. When ‘Ondoy’ hit, for instance, I had a staff member whose house was in the path of ‘Ondoy,’ and I was a senator at the time and asking so many people to assist her because we were in Mindanao at that point in time. I think we got to rescue her about what? 36 hours later. And when we got back to the NCR (National Capital Region), you see all of these tarpaulins wherein the DSWD (Department of Social Welfare and Development) is asking for donations, where government is hard-pressed. To now, where we are prepositioned, and besides ‘Yolanda,’ I think we were ready to meet disaster head-on. We were not reacting. We were proactive. That makes me happy also. But I guess, at the end of the day, when you see the renewed optimism and the attitude that is different in our people where it seems nothing is impossible. That, I think, brings out the ‘great’ as a nation from the time we stepped into office when there was massive cynicism, where the primary goal was how to leave the Philippines, to now, Sandee was just talking about the young coming back home. That, again, makes us all happy and makes all of this worthwhile. Ms. Torrevillas: How do you describe your relationship with the media? Has the media reported faithfully what you would like to be told the public? PRESIDENT AQUINO: Siguro, like any product, you get what you pay for. There are certain publications that make it a point to, not just say it’s half-empty, but almost totally empty regardless of whatever the topic is. There are those that will tend to be objective, but there is of course the temptation to be negative. You know, we had one dialogue Tagaytay with senior members of the industry, and we were asking and we were appealing: ‘We are all Filipinos here. Shouldn’t there be a balance between the negative and the positive?’ And the reply was: ‘That is not our job.’ I said, it is not your job when, when you help us grow the economy; when you help us motivate our people; why can it not be your job when you are part of this society? Why bring everybody down when there are good stories naman that can bring them up and have a balance? So, I guess, we have learned to deal with each other and hopefully… I really try to strive for a consensus and it’s still a work in progress be it the church, be it media, be it other sectors. The appeal has always been: Why don’t you look at what we are trying to do, and if we can improve, we are always ready to listen; and if we are wrong, please do point it out, we want to correct it. But please don’t start out dialoguing with us with a mind that is already close. That is really such a waste of time and redounds to nobody’s benefit. Thelma San Juan (Philippine Daily Inquirer): Good morning, Mr. President. We honestly wish you a merry, love-filled Christmas. PRESIDENT AQUINO: I’ll talk to Joshua and Bimby about that. Ms. San Juan: Since you already preempted my signature question, may I ask two questions? Well, I know the enormity of the task is such that it’s hard to set priorities. But between now and 2016, when you step down, what will be your ultimate focus that you think has a long way to go pa? PRESIDENT AQUINO: The meat here is when I’m asked, for instance, of how do you perpetuate that which you have already started? Then, at the end of the day, ‘yung sovereignty resides in the people. The people really have to feel that there were significant changes and that they were responsible for these changes. So 2015 really is focused on demonstrating so many of the results be it infrastructure, be it a better employment picture, be it more investments, and so on and so forth. So if there is a direct correlation that they gave us this opportunity, this mandate, we will be reaping the fruits in 2015, substantially. Therefore, we can have that picture of what can be achieved, building upon that which we already did. So the focus on 2015, again, is more intensified inclusivity of the growth in the economy and the empowerment of the people and that this is very palpable to everybody. That is, I guess, the main focus for our remaining time. Ms. San Juan: How about the PPP (public-private partnerships), sir? PRESIDENT AQUINO: ‘Yung PPP we have… We have already bid around eight. We awarded eight actually. There are 15 in the pipeline. We should note that the previous three administrations had six solicited PPP projects. We have already surpassed that and we think there will be a lot more, especially for next year. Ms. San Juan: You are known as a music lover. Has the presidency affected your music tastes? In what way? PRESIDENT AQUINO: [laughs] Well, music became more important, number one. ‘Yung, kunwari, the Great American Songbook; ‘yung jazz standards at night to calm down; or sometimes religious songs when you really need to calm down. Sometimes naman you need to be filled with energy so it becomes either rock or some dance music. Sometimes you need something really different to take your mind off things, so it becomes classical. Except rap, I still don’t like rap, with all due apologies. Ms. San Juan: How about love songs? [laughter] PRESIDENT AQUINO: If I can avoid them, I do. [laughter, applause] Ms. Yap Daza: I can’t let this question go, follow-up, speaking of music. To whom in the government, not just the Cabinet, to whom in the government would you sing ‘Let it Go’? [laughter] I see you haven’t watched that movie, Mr. President. Deedee Siytangco: ‘Frozen,’ Mr. President. ‘Frozen.’ PRESIDENT AQUINO: I’m culturally deficient in that aspect. Ms. Yap Daza: [sings] ‘Let it Go…’ PRESIDENT AQUINO: I really can’t comment intelligently on that. Rene’s version is not doing it justice. [laughter] Perhaps I should watch that while waiting for developments of ‘Ruby’ here sometime tomorrow. Ms. Yap Daza: Thank you, sir. Chay Santiago (Woman’s Home): Good morning, Mr. President. Speaking of religious songs, what will you tell the Pope when you meet him? PRESIDENT AQUINO: I’m the host and normally I let the visitor ask, ask the questions or channel, steer the discussions. Of course, he’s the Holy Father. We’ll have something like a maximum of one hour and I’m sure there are so many people who would love to have an opportunity to be blessed with him—blessed by him, rather, in that one hour. So I’m—I guess I really will leave the discussion topics to him out of respect. Ms. Santiago: What will you ask him to pray for you or for the (country)? PRESIDENT AQUINO: ‘Yung for the country, we are visited by so many typhoons, and they come here at very unseasonal moments and they’re very strong. We also have the earthquakes and the volcanoes and parang our ability to stop the cycle of destruction and reconstruction. The goal really is to, when we reconstruct, it’s better. It withstands the glowing intensity of the effects of global climate change better, and our people are spared the ravages of the increasing challenges. So, ‘di ba, parang… I’m sure some are asking: Why are we being visited with all of these always at this point when it is supposed to be the most joyous and most celebratory period of the year? Aida Sevilla (Philippine Daily Inquirer): Mr. President, when you are no longer President and you’re free to do what you can and want to do, will you buy your dream car? And what is your dream car? PRESIDENT AQUINO: Can I check on 2015 models before answering that? [laughter] Ms. Sevilla: There are some classic cars, you know. PRESIDENT AQUINO: ‘Yung classic cars, I’m really not into it. I really want to… When I start it, you know, when I turn the ignition switch I want it to start all the time. I don’t want it to be a labor of love. Ms. Sevilla: Among your achievements at this point of your presidency, which one do you think will be the most lasting one no matter who succeeds you, whether an opposition or Liberal Party? PRESIDENT AQUINO: Again, when… For instance, we said ‘good governance is good economics’ to the 4.1 million families benefiting from the CCT (conditional cash transfer). If somebody decides na, you know, those of you who have the least ability to impact your own lives, we will remove this, in effect, this crutch, this aid to you; then, we’ll say, ‘why will you have to remove it?’ And they will have a voice even if they are—they have been empowered. When you have the students talking about better quality education, more opportunities for everyone... You name the particular sector of society, and they are demanding of government that which government should be doing to begin with, then I think that will be the legacy. Instead of before, of merely just accepting what is, they are now demanding what should be as a normal right. Then, if we have been able to transform them into that, then I think it was all worth it. Ms. Siytangco: Now, just so that the President won’t think this is an all ladies’ club, I’d like to call one male member—a new male member—Bob Zozobrado of the Manila Standard to ask a question. We have broken the gender barrier, sir. Mr. Zozobrado: Good morning, Mr. President. First of all, I’d like to wish you well and I hope you last your term, so that you can get rid of more crooks. Secondly, I would like to ask you: Have you ever found yourself talking or asking help from your parents on some crisis that the country was faced with? Did you ever get to that situation? PRESIDENT AQUINO: Yes, I think from the start to even last night, I was praying to both my mom and my dad and asking for, you know, strength, guidance, wisdom. You know, even if I don’t pray to them, they serve as the inspiration. Whenever I face a crisis, I look at all the crises that they had to undergo and that they overcame. So, I said and normally I say, what I’m undergoing now pales in comparison to what they had to undergo with perhaps even less resources to address. So that serves as—their lives serve as an inspiration. Sometimes they serve also as a safety valve, you know. My mom used to say something like she’d pray to my dad and say: ‘Ninoy, ano ba naman itong iniwan mo sa akin?’ So now I… The next generation says: ‘Mom, Dad, ano ba naman itong iniwan ninyo sa akin,’ ‘di ba? [laughter] But, at the end of the day, just remembering their lives really does point out what had already been done, and it says it’s no longer just an abstract idea. It was really done, therefore, there’s no question that we can do more or the same, especially since we’re standing on their shoulders and their achievements, and a lot of other people who contributed to where we are at now. Ms. Siytangco: Now, Mr. President, it’s my privilege to ask the last question. Sir, what is your Christmas wish for yourself and for the country? Before I used to ask your mom that (question). PRESIDENT AQUINO: One, ‘di ba, Christmas to the Filipino is family time and, hopefully, the family… We have 10 million Filipinos supposedly out of the country and you’d want some contact between the 10 million and their families here, and quality time at that, ‘di ba? ‘Yung not centered on the material things, but rather really being able to relish each second that you have spent with each other. So the wish really is that we have that peaceful moment where we are not confronted with very severe challenges like last year, and that we are focused on really just pausing and enjoying something that is so intrinsically part of the Filipino culture, which is having that family time. So if we are able to assist in maximizing that opportunity, then I think that is the central wish. Ms. Siytangco: Thank you, sir. Now, just for the closing remarks from me also, thank you, sir. Thank you very much to the group that asked. |
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President Benigno S. Aquino III's Speech at the
2014 Presidential Awards for Filipino Individuals and Organizations Overseas
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Malacañan Palace
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05 Dec.2014
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| When I was looking at the progam and I saw that Lea was going to sing, I
said, “We are indeed very fortunate.” Who would not want to hear Lea sing?
And you’ve come a long way in your 21 years, Lea, talaga—of life. [Laughter] Of course, we have our own artist-in-residence here in the Palace. We have a very efficient Secretary of Justice. Who also performs the entertainment functions [laughter] from time to time, but not at this time because she is preparing a lot of memos to guide certain quarters with regard tackling Ruby–so not today. [Laughter] I’m sure we’ll be able to prevail upon her in some future time. [Laughter] As President, I am confronted each day with a seemingly endless stream of issues and concerns, each of which claims to be the most urgent, and demands my immediate attention. Part of my job is prioritizing which urgent concern to address first. For instance, this week, we have been preparing for Typhoon Ruby, which entered our country’s area of responsibility yesterday. This involves coordinating all agencies to make sure that they are working in the most efficient manner possible, so that damages we can greatly reduce the risk to our population and minimize the sufferings of those that will be affected. This, we have done on top of all the issues that likewise need appropriate solutions. Events like this awarding ceremony, then, are very welcome, as they provide me a respite, no matter how brief, from the heavy and never-ending demands of the job. Each awardee in this hall today has an inspiring success story that infuses a little more positivity into our lives. We have those who have championed better lives for Filipino migrants abroad, and those who have become channels through which the world can witness the excellence of the Filipino. It is thanks to individuals like you that Filipinos abroad are able to cope with the many challenges of being far away from home. This is something I know, slightly, from experience. Some of you might know that, during the Martial Law years, my family lived in exile in Boston. Back then, it was the warmth and solidarity of our countrymen that kept the fire of hope alive within all of us, as we continued the battle against the dictatorship. Indeed: it is men and women like you who help to forge a sense of community on distant shores, and who display to the world the innate talents and drive of our people. I have no doubt that those of you who have flown in from abroad have seen that, while many things have changed in our country, some things will always stay the same, namely: the warmth our country is known for, both literally and figuratively. Some of you may have already caught up with relatives over some home-cooked adobo. But perhaps if you take a closer look around, you will notice that the Filipino people have made even grander preparations for your return, and for the eventual return of the rest of our countrymen abroad: a country that is revitalized and filled with optimism. Over the past four years and five months, the support of the Filipino people has allowed us to turn our country’s fortunes around for the better. In May of 2010, they voted for the idea that was the heart and soul of my campaign for the Presidency, encapsulate in the slogan: “Kung walang corrupt, walang mahirap,” or in English, “Where there is no corruption, there will be no poverty.” The backing of the Filipino people has allowed us to pursue major reform after major reform. It has allowed us to overhaul our budgeting process, so that we only spend our people’s money on projects that will benefit our people. It has helped us foster a fair and level macroeconomic environment, winning the confidence of investors and thus leading to more expansive opportunities for our people. It has allowed us to channel the state’s resources to invest in projects geared towards health, education, and poverty alleviation, thus empowering our countrymen to make the most of our current economic resurgence. Our people’s continued support has likewise made it possible for us to pursue all those who have erred against the people, regardless of their power or influence. Perhaps you have seen, in the countries you reside in, the dramatic change in how the Philippines is perceived. As economies all over the world are still steadying themselves after the uncertainty of recent years, the global community has made no secret of their renewed belief in our country. Credit ratings agencies around the world have granted us a total of 20 positive credit ratings actions during our term, with the most significant ones coming last year, when Moody’s, Standard & Poor’s, and Fitch unanimously granted us investment grade status. We have gone from being considered an economic basket case to being referred to by some as “Asia’s New Tiger.” We have made continued and significant progress along many global measures of competitiveness, including the World Bank’s Ease of Doing Business Index and the World Economic Forum’s Global Competitiveness Report. In fact, just yesterday, Transparency International released its 2014 Corruption Perceptions Index, where the Philippines improved once more, marking a 49-place improvement for our country since 2010. You will also be interested in the strides we have made in the aviation industry. Last year, through the hard work of our Civil Aviation Authority of the Philippines and our local carriers, the International Civil Aviation Organization lifted the significant safety concerns it had previously issued our country. This was followed by the European Union lifting the ban on Philippine Airlines. This 2014, the EU did the same for Cebu Pacific. Needless to say, this means that we can expect direct flights to multiple locations in Europe to increase in the near future. In 2014, the United States Federal Aviation Administration likewise upgraded the Philippines back to Category 1 status. Thus, we can also expect an expansion of routes going to and from the United States. The implications are wide: Filipinos such as yourselves will now find it easier to come back home; tourists and businessmen alike will also find it more convenient to visit our country and see what we have to offer. This was made possible through the leadership of CAAP Director General William Hotchkiss, the cooperation of our airlines, and the continued backing of our people. Indeed, times have changed. As you continue your work in your offices, your community centers, your studios, your clinics, and laboratories towards the pride and upliftment of our people, you have a government and a Filipino people that is working shoulder-to-shoulder with all of you. Together, we have given rise to a global community where Filipinos can truly hold their heads high. While the awards you receive today are symbols of your success, I am hopeful that you also treat them as invitations: to continue your pursuit of excellence, and the way you bring pride and honor to our country. Let us continue doing our very best to fulfill our individual roles in nation building. We have changed the way the world sees us, and we must build on this; we must ride our current momentum and show the world that the excellence of the Filipino knows no bounds. Thank you, good day, and an early Merry Christmas to all. |
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President Benigno S. Aquino III's Speech at the
28th annual Bulong Pulungan Christmas Party
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Sofitel Philippine Plaza, Pasay City
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05 Dec.2014
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| Magandang umaga po sa inyong lahat As President, I look forward to every Bulong-Pulungan. [Applause] It has always been a pleasure to be with you, as it brings back many memories, most particularly of the time Tita Deedee and our good friends in this room helped mom communicate the message of hope to our people. To me, you have always been a consistent, engaging group of respected friends and partners who never ask inane questions. [Laughter] Rather, I would have to admit: your queries are often presented in a thought-provoking manner, and thus every question from you is a welcome opportunity to reflect and find deeper insight. It is unfortunate, however, that our gathering once more comes at a time of concern. All of us here were looking forward to having a quiet Christmas this year, to taking a breather and finding the time to recharge for 2015. However, as you are all well aware, Typhoon Ruby confronts us as a nation. The recent days in anticipation of this typhoon have been filled with varying opinions and reports from our friends in the industry, and being with you brings to my mind the vastness of media’s capacity to shape discourse, agenda, and the priorities of both government and society. Thus, allow me to share this example with you: On Tuesday, Secretary Mario Montejo of our DOST informed me that Ruby’s estimated strength would be somewhere in the neighborhood of about 140 kilometers per hour, bringing with it heavy rains if it makes landfall, expectedly on Sunday. Let us remember that now that Yolanda’s maximum winds based on some reports were pegged at about 300 kph. On Wednesday, one of our major dailies headlined Ruby as “Yolanda-like.” We all know that the paper had to be printed on Tuesday, and thus the information that the report was based must have come from Tuesday’s information. I was concerned with such a statement, and I had to ask Secretary Montejo to confirm this information; and up until yesterday at the NDRRMC briefing, there was no indication or official analysis predicting that Ruby would be Yolanda-like in strength. At best, if Ruby struck, its strength would be more comparable to Pablo. One has to ask: What was the basis of such speculation, and don’t we all agree that in reporting, we must always get the facts right, the angle right, and the news right, if we are to truly inform our people? Now, even as we ponder this point, let us bear in mind that it is the Christmas season, and it is incumbent upon all of us to demonstrate goodwill and good cheer. Yesterday’s NDRRMC briefing reminded everyone, from those of us in government, to our partners in the private sector, and even our friends in media, that we must do our utmost, leave nothing to chance, improve where we can, and match what we have done so well in the past. Today, it is my hope that from your pens will come the responsible, sober writing that will help foster the confidence we need as we weather this challenge again as a people. In the spirit of the season, allow me to express my gratitude to you for being exemplars of your profession. Interacting with you always highlights the fact that you are women and men who enjoy respected status in our media; you are journalists who have paid their dues to propel the standards of your profession. You are widely quoted as influencers in our society, and you are free to say what you think with a sure audience ready to listen. As you have earned the respect of our people, you have no other motivation than to do what is right, to voice your informed and honest opinions, to stimulate relevant and productive discussions, and to set a standard in news-making that caters not to the mob but to the truth. May you continue to serve as exemplars who adhere to the most fundamental principles of journalism, principles which have served to enlighten our nation for generations, principles that inspire our people to action, principles that remind us that we can achieve so much more when we rest our faith in each other and, of course, in the Lord Almighty. I look forward to your thought-provoking questions, and might I preempt you though regarding one question that is always asked here, the one about my love life, [laughter] to which the answer remains the same. [Laughter] Thank you, and I wish everyone a meaningful Christmas. |
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Executive Secretary Paquito N. Ochoa Jr. delivers his welcome remarks at the APEC 2015 Informal Senior Officials Meeting on Monday (December 8) at the Grand Ballroom, Makati Shangri-La Hotel, Makati City. (REY S. BANIQUET/NIB) | ||
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President Benigno S. Aquino III listens as Filipina international singer Lea Salonga renders a song as an intermission number during the presentation of awards of the 2014 Presidential Awards for Filipino Individuals and Organizations Overseas at the Rizal Ceremonial Hall of the Malacañan Palace on Friday (December 05). (Photo by Benhur Arcayan / Gil Nartea / Malacañang Photo Bureau) | ||
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President Benigno S. Aquino III presents the Pamana ng Pilipino Award to Lea Salonga, international singer, voice talent and Broadway theater actress, during the 2014 Presidential Awards for Filipino Individuals and Organizations Overseas awarding ceremony at the Rizal Ceremonial Hall of the Malacañan Palace on Friday (December 05). Salonga is cited for exemplifying the musical talent and ingenuity of Filipino. Assisting the President are Sec. Imelda Nicolas of the Commission of Filipinos Overseas and Sec. Patricia Licuanan of the Commission on Higher education. (Photo by Benhur Arcayan / Gil Nartea / Malacañang Photo Bureau) | ||
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President Benigno S. Aquino III delivers his speech during the 2014 Presidential Awards for Filipino Individuals and Organizations Overseas awarding ceremony at the Rizal Ceremonial Hall of the Malacañan Palace on Friday (December 05). Also in photo are Sec. Imelda Nicolas of the Commission of Filipinos Overseas and Sec. Patricia Licuanan of the Commission on Higher education. (Photo by Benhur Arcayan / Gil Nartea / Malacañang Photo Bureau) | ||
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President Benigno S. Aquino III shares the stage with the awardees of the 2014 Presidential Awards for Filipino Individuals and Organizations Overseas at the Rizal Ceremonial Hall of the Malacañan Palace on Friday (December 05). Institutionalized in 1991 through Executive Order No. 498, the Presidential Awards is a is a biennial search for overseas-based individuals and organizations that dedicated their work in the service and improvement of lives of Filipinos worldwide, selflessly supported relief, rehabilitation and development programs in the home country, or who have excelled in their field of profession. (Photo by Benhur Arcayan / Gil Nartea / Malacañang Photo Bureau) | ||
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Secretary to the Cabinet Jose Rene Almendras exchanges pleasantries with Sultanate of Oman Ministry of Foreign Affairs Secretary-General Minister Sayyid Badr bin Hamad Albusaidi during the courtesy call at the Music Room of the Malacañan Palace on Friday (December 05). Also in photo are Sultanate of Oman Ambassador to the Philippines Munther Mahfoodh Al-Mantheri, Sultanate of Oman Ministry of Foreign Affairs ASEAN Department Head Ambassador Aflah Suleiman Al-Tal, Transportation and Communications Secretary Joseph Abaya, and Special Envoy to the Gulf Cooperation Council Dr. Amable Aguiluz V (Photo by Robert Viñas / Malacañang Photo Bureau) | ||
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Secretary to the Cabinet Jose Rene Almendras welcomes Sultanate of Oman Ministry of Foreign Affairs Secretary-General Minister Sayyid Badr bin Hamad Albusaidi during the courtesy call at the Music Room of the Malacañan Palace on Friday (December 05). Also in photo are Sultanate of Oman Ambassador to the Philippines Munther Mahfoodh Al-Mantheri, Sultanate of Oman Ministry of Foreign Affairs ASEAN Department Head Ambassador Aflah Suleiman Al-Tal, Transportation and Communications Secretary Joseph Abaya, and Special Envoy to the Gulf Cooperation Council Dr. Amable Aguiluz V. (Photo by Robert Viñas / Malacañang Photo Bureau) | ||
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Sultanate of Oman Ministry of Foreign Affairs Secretary-General Minister Sayyid Badr bin Hamad Albusaidi with Special Envoy to the Gulf Cooperation Council Dr. Amable Aguiluz V arrives at the Palace during the courtesy call at the Music Room of the Malacañan Palace on Friday (December 05). (Photo by Robert Viñas / Malacañang Photo Bureau) | ||
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President Benigno S. Aquino III receives a gift from the Bulong Pulungan core members during 28th annual Bulong Pulungan Christmas Party at the Luzon Ballroom of the Sofitel Philippine Plaza Manila in CCP Complex, Roxas Boulevard, Pasay City on Friday (December 05). The Bulong Pulungan media forum started 28 years ago on the onset of People Power by the country’s leading lifestyle journalists. (Photo by Benhur Arcayan / Malacañang Photo Bureau) | ||
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President Benigno S. Aquino III graces the 28th annual Bulong Pulungan Christmas Party at the Luzon Ballroom of the Sofitel Philippine Plaza Manila in CCP Complex, Roxas Boulevard, Pasay City on Friday (December 05). The Bulong Pulungan media forum started 28 years ago on the onset of People Power by the country’s leading lifestyle journalists. (Photo by Benhur Arcayan / Malacañang Photo Bureau) | ||
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President Benigno S. Aquino III delivers his speech during the 28th annual Bulong Pulungan Christmas Party at the Luzon Ballroom of the Sofitel Philippine Plaza Manila in CCP Complex, Roxas Boulevard, Pasay City on Friday (December 05). The Bulong Pulungan media forum started 28 years ago on the onset of People Power by the country’s leading lifestyle journalists. (Photo by Gil Nartea / Malacañang Photo Bureau) | ||
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President Benigno S. Aquino III receives the Exemplar in Government Service Award from Bulong Pulungan Media Forum co-founder and moderator Deedee Siytangco, co-founders Julie Yap-Daza, Rina Jimenez-David and Joanne Ramirez during the 28th annual Bulong Pulungan Christmas Party at the Luzon Ballroom of the Sofitel Philippine Plaza Manila in CCP Complex, Roxas Boulevard, Pasay City on Friday (December 05). Eight other public servants were awarded during the event. The Bulong Pulungan media forum started 28 years ago on the onset of People Power by the country’s leading lifestyle journalists. (Photo by Gil Nartea / Benhur Arcayan / Malacañang Photo Bureau) | ||
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President Benigno S. Aquino III listens to the updates on the government’s pre-disaster readiness preparation for Typhoon Ruby at the National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council (NDRRMC) meeting at the NDRRMC headquarters in Camp Aguinaldo in Quezon City on Thursday (December 04). (Photo by Gil Nartea / Benhur Arcayan / Malacañang Photo Bureau) | ||
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President Benigno S. Aquino III presides over the National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council (NDRRMC) meeting on the government’s pre-disaster readiness preparation for Typhoon Ruby at the NDRRMC headquarters in Camp Aguinaldo in Quezon City on Thursday (December 04). (Photo by Gil Nartea / Benhur Arcayan / Malacañang Photo Bureau) | ||
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President Benigno S. Aquino III graces the 2nd State Conference on the United Nations Convention against Corruption (UNCAC) Implementation and Review at the Heroes Hall of the Malacañan Palace on Tuesday (December 02). Also in photo are Ombudsman Conchita Carpio-Morales, Supreme Court Chief Justice Maria Lourdes Sereno, Senate President Franklin Drilon, Speaker Feliciano Belmonte, Jr., Executive Secretary and Presidential UNCAC Inter-Agency Committee chairperson Paquito Ochoa, Jr. and Justice Secretary Leila de Lima. (Photo by Lauro Montellano, Jr. / Malacañang Photo Bureau) | ||
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President Benigno S. Aquino III graces the 2nd State Conference on the United Nations Convention against Corruption (UNCAC) Implementation and Review at the Heroes Hall of the Malacañan Palace on Tuesday (December 02). Also in photo are Supreme Court Chief Justice Maria Lourdes Sereno, Senate President Franklin Drilon, Speaker Feliciano Belmonte, Jr. and Executive Secretary and Presidential UNCAC Inter-Agency Committee chairperson Paquito Ochoa, Jr. (Photo by Lauro Montellano, Jr. / Malacañang Photo Bureau) | ||
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President Benigno S. Aquino III graces the 2nd State Conference on the United Nations Convention against Corruption (UNCAC) Implementation and Review at the Heroes Hall of the Malacañan Palace on Tuesday (December 02). Also in photo are Ombudsman Conchita Carpio-Morales, Supreme Court Chief Justice Maria Lourdes Sereno, Senate President Franklin Drilon and Speaker Feliciano Belmonte. (Photo by Lauro Montellano, Jr. / Malacañang Photo Bureau) | ||
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President Benigno S. Aquino III graces the 2nd State Conference on the United Nations Convention against Corruption (UNCAC) Implementation and Review at the Heroes Hall of the Malacañan Palace on Tuesday (December 02). Also in photo are Senate President Franklin Drilon and Speaker Feliciano Belmonte, Jr. (Photo by Lauro Montellano, Jr. / Malacañang Photo Bureau) | ||
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President Benigno S. Aquino III graces the 2nd State Conference on the United Nations Convention against Corruption Implementation and Review at the Heroes Hall of the Malacañan Palace on Tuesday (December 02). (Photo by Benhur Arcayan / Malacañang Photo Bureau) | ||
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President Benigno S. Aquino III receives a copy of the 2nd State Conference Resolution presented by Executive Secretary and Presidential UNCAC Inter-Agency Committee chairperson Paquito Ochoa, Jr. and Ombudsman Conchita Carpio-Morales during the 2nd State Conference on the United Nations Convention against Corruption Implementation and Review at the Heroes Hall of the Malacañan Palace on Tuesday (December 02). (Photo by Benhur Arcayan / Rey Baniquet / Malacañang Photo Bureau) | ||
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President Benigno S. Aquino III graces the 2nd State Conference on the United Nations Convention against Corruption (UNCAC) Implementation and Review at the Heroes Hall of the Malacañan Palace on Tuesday (December 02). Also in photo are Ombudsman Conchita Carpio-Morales, Supreme Court Chief Justice Maria Lourdes Sereno, Senate President Franklin Drilon, Speaker Feliciano Belmonte, Jr., Executive Secretary and Presidential UNCAC Inter-Agency Committee chairperson Paquito Ochoa, Jr. and Justice Secretary Leila de Lima. (Photo by Benhur arcayan / Malacañang Photo Bureau) | ||
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President Benigno S. Aquino III recieves a facsimile of the APEC Logo during the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) 2015 kick-off ceremony at The Eye Ballroom of the Green Sun Hotel in Pasong Tamo Extension, Makati City on Monday night (December 01). (Photo by Ryan Lim / Robert Viñas / Rodolfo Manabat / Malacañang Photo Bureau) | ||
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President Benigno S. Aquino III graces the official launch of the APEC Logo during the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) 2015 kick-off ceremony at The Eye Ballroom of the Green Sun Hotel in Pasong Tamo Extension, Makati City on Monday night (December 01). (Photo by Robert Viñas / Malacañang Photo Bureau) | ||
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President Benigno S. Aquino III graces the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) 2015 kick-off Ceremony at The Eye Ballroom of the Green Sun Hotel in Pasong Tamo Extension, Makati City on Monday night (December 01). Also in photo are Trade and Industry Secretary Gregory Domingo, Foreign Affairs Secretary Albert del Rosario, Executive Secretary Paquito Ochoa, Jr., and Finance Secretary Cesar Purisima. (Photo by Ryan Lim / Malacañang Photo Bureau) | ||
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President Benigno S. Aquino III delivers his speech during the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) 2015 kick-off ceremony at The Eye Ballroom of the Green Sun Hotel in Pasong Tamo Extension, Makati City on Monday night (December 01). (Photo by Ryan Lim / Malacañang Photo Bureau) | ||
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