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Change is here - Dark Days of Authoritarianism -
A petty dictator - Etc.
Pandemic unravels Duterte's 2016 promise of decisive
leadership
Pia Ranada and Sofia Tomacruz June 28, 2020
Part I: Where was President Duterte’s famed tendency to 'overreact' in
January and February when the country’s health system needed it the most?
‘Mayor of the Philippines’ leaves LGUs blind amid COVID-19
Pia Ranada, Rambo Talabong, JC Gotinga June 29, 2020
PART 2: President Rodrigo Duterte missed many opportunities to provide direction
and concrete guidance to local chiefs on the front lines of the health crisis
'It’s now up to the Senate to come up with a solid, sound supplemental budget
that will force Duterte and his economic managers to change their ways and
rethink their priorities'
ANALYSIS: How
ABS-CBN’s exit will hurt the PH economy
JC Punongbayan, Jeff Arapoc, Marianne Vital, Rainier de la Cruz, and Cherry
Madriaga July 13, 2020
It will seem our laws and regulations can be easily weaponized against certain
business interests, at the President’s whim
GMA shares jump 10% as ABS-CBN denied of franchise
Ralf Rivas July 13, 2020
GMA Network gains almost P2.1 billion in market capitalization. Meanwhile, the
Philippine Stock Exchange suspends trading of ABS-CBN shares.
The price of GMA Holdings, where foreigners can invest in Philippine Depositary
Receipts, went up as high as P6.30 from the P5.32 last Friday, July 10, but lost
0.2% at closing.
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What you need to know about people's initiative
Jodesz Gavilan July 13, 2020
People's initiative is an exercise of 'power of the people' to enact laws, but
it entails a long and expensive process
EXPLAINER: Forget about people's initiative for ABS-CBN
Emil Marañon III July 11, 2020
It will cost the Comelec at least P4 billion, and it will overlap with its
preparation for the 2022 elections. Let’s set the exercise aside for when we
truly need it.
Power, fear, and a pandemic in Duterte's 4th
year
June 25, 2020
The Newsbreak team assess Duterte's 4th year in office starting from a
position of power after the May 2019 elections and ending in June 2020 with a
totally unexpected pandemic. Look also
the article
Anti-terror Act of 2020 - Lessons from fighting a
dictatorship
Is Duterte now a dictator?
Nathan Gilbert Quimpo July 06, 2020
'Duterte is now encountering hurdles in his authoritarian drive as perhaps never
before'
Shortly after Congress passed the Anti-Terror Bill, critics and opponents
denounced it as signifying “martial rule without martial law” or as being “worse
than martial law.” Martial law – at the nationwide level – dictatorship or
authoritarian rule.
UP Professor Maria Ela Atienza on assessing the 1987
Philippine Constitution
March 03, 2020
Rappler editor-at-large Marites Vitug sits down with Professor Ela Atienza to
discuss the future of the 1987 Philippine Constitution, the changes it needs,
and the ways these could be achieved
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this article
and Constitution -
etc.
'Rob fear of its power' – Maria Ressa
Jun 23, 2020
Hannah Neumann, member of the European Parliament and vice-chair of the
Subcommittee on Human Rights, talks to Rappler's Maria Ressa about the
Philippine drug war, the Duterte administration's attacks on the news
organization, and what her recent verdict means for democracy and press freedom
in the country.
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Democracy under threat during pandemic, global leaders warn
Agence France-Presse June 25, 2020
'Democracy is under threat, and people who care about it must summon the will,
the discipline, and the solidarity to defend it,' says the open letter signed by
political and civil society leaders, Nobel laureates and rights groups
Steven Rood on populism in Philippine politics
June 23, 2020
Rappler editor-at-large Marites Vitug talks to political
scientist Steven Rood about populism as a recurrent thread in the Philippines.
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this article
Harry’s rapture and the pandemic in our political leadership
Tristan Piosang July 02, 2020
'Here, dear Brutus, is where the fault lies – the quality of politicians we
elect to office'
Judges should not take offense
Mel Sta Maria July 03, 2020
'[Judges] cannot just blame people for making negative outbursts regarding their
decisions'
Calida and Duterte: A 4-decade friendship as lawyers, gun
enthusiasts, friends of Bongbong Marcos
Carolyn O. Arguillas May 09, 2020
Up to the last minute before the 2016 presidential campaign, Jose Calida pushed
for Bongbong Marcos to be Duterte's running mate.
FALSE: Duterte honored by Time magazine June 04, 2020
The video wrongly equated 'strongman' with someone brave and firm, when in fact
it is a term that describes a leader who controls by force of will and character
'Damocles' sword over journos': Maria Ressa says cyberlibel, other media cases
politically motivated
Jun 13, 2020 ANC 24/7
The verdict on the
cyberlibel case filed by businessman Wilfredo Keng against
Rappler CEO Maria Ressa is due to come out on Monday. Ressa maintains she has
done nothing wrong, adding that the case filed against her is politically
motivated and suppresses freedom of speech. Ressa hopes the judge will stick to
the spirit of the law.
Maria Ressa case: The end of democracy in the Philippines?
Al Jazeera English June 21, 2020
In yet another blow to press freedom in the Philippines, prominent journalist
Maria Ressa, executive editor of the hugely popular news site Rappler, has been
found guilty of cyber libel and now faces prison.
Senate hearing on non-expiration of franchises
May 27, 2020
The Senate committees on constitutional amendments and revision of codes and
public services hold a joint hearing on Wednesday, May 27, to tackle amendments
to the Administrative Code of the Philippines
The committees will explore the possibility of non-expiring franchises or
licenses to operation for broadcasting networks by amending Section 18, Book
VII, Chapter 3 of the Administrative Code.
This comes as media giant
ABS-CBN was forced to shut down on May 5, following a
cease and desist order from the National Telecommunications Commission (NTC)
after the network's franchise expired. The company's franchise renewal is still
pending before the House of Representatives.
A failure of execution
Ronald D. Holmes and Paul D. Hutchcroft April 05, 2020
Despite lacking a coherent pandemic strategy,
Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte is tightening his grip
The Department of Foreign Affairs says Alert Level 4 calling for mandatory
evacuation has been raised in the country
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Presidential Communications Group or simply the Communications Group
a collective name for the newly formed offices within the Office of the
President of the Philippines and refers to the following positions and offices:
the Presidential Spokesman and the
Presidential Communications Office
Malacañan Palace
Malacañang Palace, or officially, Malacañan Palace, is the official
residence of the President of the Philippines
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Do you agree that ‘change is here?’
July 26, 2017
Change, the key promise of President Rodrigo Duterte in 2016, remains elusive to
many, but others concede things have invariably been altered. For better, or for
worse?
Timothy Snyder on tyranny, truth and democracy
April 03, 2020
In this interview with Rappler’s Maria Ressa, Snyder talks about the interesting
political patterns he’s observed in his study of history, and what this might
mean for the future of democracies
Who needs enemies when you have a President like Duterte?
Leila de Lima July 11, 2020
'Count the deaths. Count the sufferings. Count the fear and division he has cast
over our nation...'
PH rule of law ranking under Duterte continues to plummet Lian Buan March 13, 2020
In the recently released WJP 2020 Rule of Law index, the Philippines ranked 91st
out of 128 in the overall score for "rule of law," a steady decline in ranking
since 2015, when it ranked No. 51.
At No. 91 in 2020, the Philippines' ranking in the Rule of Law index is on a
steady decline since 2016, making its average annual percentage drop one of the
5 worst in the world.
Weaponizing the law against democratic dissent February 19, 2020
How has the law been used to muzzle democratic dissent?
“Lawfare,” described as the perversion of the law and its weaponization as a
tool to silence dissent, is a phenomenon known globally. In the Philippines,
activists, journalists, and opposition leaders have been on the receiving end of
the weaponization of the law.
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Int’l Forum on Lawfare: Weaponizing the
Law vs Democratic Dissent
February 21, 2020
Understanding 'lawfare' and unpacking the stories and experiences against the
weaponization of the law are among the topics to be discussed at the Manila
leg of the international forum.
Legal experts, civil society organizations, and sectoral groups gather in an
international forum on February 21, to tackle how the law is being used to
muzzle democratic dissent. Look also
the article and HIGHLIGHTS: Forum on weaponizing the law vs democratic dissent
February 23, 2020 - with Videos
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Sereno slams silent Duterte critics as enablers
Lian Buan February 22, 2020 - with Video
'By refusing to tax him on his sworn duty to promote justice, these sectors abet
the continued desecration and demolition of institutions of justice and
accountability,' says former chief justice Maria Lourdes Sereno
In a bold speech that accused President Rodrigo Duterte of killing the
Philippine Constitution, former chief justice Maria Lourdes Sereno slammed the
silent critics as enablers of what she called an anti-reason and anti-science
government.
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'To Be in History: Dark Days of Authoritarianism' Book on Martial Law launched: 'It is happening again'
May 05, 2019
The newly launched book 'To Be in History: Dark Days of Authoritarianism' aims
to remind Filipinos about the struggle for freedom during the
Marcos regime.
Seeing similarities between the present and the Philippines' dark days under
military rule, Martial Law survivors launched a book documenting their
experiences to remind Filipinos about their past.
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A petty dictator
Vergel O. Santos December 21, 2019
The significance of Cory’s book cannot be overemphasized. Her stature alone
lends it the poundage of truth needed to crush the creeping conspiracy to not
only distort, but flat-out falsify the history of the period to rehabilitate its
villains.
Duterte: It is my job to kill
Sofia Tomacruz March 10, 2020
'It is my job to scare people, to intimidate people, and to kill people,' says
President Rodrigo Duterte in a speech before local officials
Duterte: Don't be president if you can't kill
Sofia Tomacruz March 03, 2020 - with Video
President Rodrigo Duterte also says he does not see anyone 'fit' to serve as
president after him
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The right to be entertained
Vergel O. Santos February 29, 2020
At any rate, relative to the ABS-CBN case, press freedom has not resonated
widely enough. But things seem promising.
A serious sociopolitical conflict is developing over the
Duterte regime’s campaign to take away the ABS-CBN franchise. The conditions
are made for it: As the largest independent broadcast network, ABS-CBN simply
has no place in President Duterte’s authoritarian designs.
Women take charge in the House of Representatives
March 12, 2020
In the macho world of the House of Representatives, female legislators are
unafraid to speak up.
As the world observes Women's Month, Rappler will sit down with 3 influential
congresswomen to discuss the crucial role that women play in governance and how
it's like to be a female leader under Duterte.
The panel are:
- Sharon Garin, AAMBIS-OWA representative and House committee on economic
affairs chairperson
- Bernadette Herrera, Bagong Henerasyon representative and House deputy majority
leader
- Sarah Elago, Kabataan representative
Duterte task force behind red-tagging is part of
COVID-19
'strategiccommunications'
Pia Ranada July 08, 2020 - with Video
Task force head Major General Antonio Parlade Jr says their job is to counter
'communist propaganda' supposedly exploiting government lapses in dealing with
the pandemic
Duterte's final gambit to end insurgency: task force vs
communists
JC Gotinga May 14, 2020
If the National Task Force to End Local Communist Armed Conflict sees the
ABS-CBN shutdown as a counterinsurgency issue, that's because the task force is
meant to sniff out 'rebel influence' from anywhere. When the government ordered ABS-CBN off the air on May 5, journalists and
various groups immediately denounced it as an attack on press freedom. President
Rodrigo Duterte had finally made good on his threat to block the network’s
franchise renewal.
The media is important for a vibrant democracy
Rob Julian M. Maghinang February 20, 2020
'By threatening to shut down the
Philippine Daily Inquirer,
Rappler, and
ABS-CBN, Duterte is trying to discourage any discussions that do not fall in
line with his views'
Sereno slams silent Duterte critics as enablers
Lian Buan February 22, 2020 - with Video
'By refusing to tax him on his sworn duty to promote justice, these sectors abet
the continued desecration and demolition of institutions of justice and
accountability,' says former chief justice Maria Lourdes Sereno
In a bold speech that accused President Rodrigo Duterte of killing the
Philippine Constitution, former chief justice Maria Lourdes Sereno slammed the
silent critics as enablers of what she called an anti-reason and anti-science
government.
Tanya Hamada on navigating PH civic space
January 08, 2020
Rappler editor-at-large Marites Vitug talks to
democracy activist Tanya Hamada about what the Philippines can learn from other
countries in terms of utilizing civic space
Southern Metro police chief
snatches GMA reporter's phone, deletes video of
Traslacion
commotion Rambo Talabong January 10, 2020 - with Videos of the incident
Brigadier General Nolasco Bathan, the chief of the Southern Police District,
didn't like it that broadcast journalist Jun Veneracion captured on video how
cops dragged a devotee to the ground
PNP Press Corps: General Bathan violated police code
Rambo Talabong January 10, 2020
Under Philippine National Police rules, 'conduct unbecoming of a police officer'
can merit dismissal, suspension from the service, or demotion
Militant lawmakers slam 'police brutality' at Nazareno 2020
January 10, 2020
House Deputy Minority Leader Carlos Zarate says the PNP's 'use of excessive
force' against the devotees turned the Traslacion into 'a police march rather
than a show of faith and devotion to the Black Nazarene'
Southern Metro chief sorry: I mistook GMA reporter as a threat
Rambo Talabong January 10, 2020 - with Video
Asked repeatedly about the recording of him instructing another cop to delete
Jun Veneracion's video, Brigadier General Nolasco Bathan only says, 'I don't
know'
FALSE: Photo of Duterte in aerial survey of areas 'hit
by Ursula' in Visayas December 28, 2019
The photos are taken in December 2017, in the aftermath of Tropical Storm
Urduja, which also went through the Visayas
Philippines and United States’ Visiting Forces Agreement - VFA
Senate hearing on PH-U.S. Visiting Forces Agreement - Termination - Etc. --- Look the
Videos:
Philippines: US territory or China’s province?
GMA Public Affairs Feb 27, 2020 - Feb 28, 2020 INQUIRER.net AND the
articles:
Is China our new America?
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Senate hearing on PH-U.S. Visiting Forces Agreement
February 06, 2020 - with Video
After President Rodrigo threatened to scrap the Philippines and United States’
Visiting Forces Agreement, senators on Thursday, February 6, hold a hearing on
the decades-old defense pact.
The review takes place as lawmakers ask Duterte to hold off on withdrawing from
the VFA as it deliberates on the agreement’s impact, benefits, and costs.
The Video:
Senators discuss Visiting Forces Agreement termination
Feb 19, 2020 ABS-CBN News
Lorenzana welcomes suspension of VFA repeal
JC Gotinga June 03, 2020
'In times of crises and global uncertainty, it is our belief that nations are
only made stronger if we work together and focus our efforts on tackling the
various challenges that confront us all,' says Defense Secretary Delfin
Lorenzana
The
Video: Kapangyarihan ng presidente, hanggang saan ang limitasyon?
GMA Public Affairs March 10, 2020
Hanggang saan nga ba ang kapangyarihan ng Pangulo? ‘Yan ang tanong ng ilang
senador na dumulog sa Supreme Court para maghain ng petition hinggil sa VFA. Ang
buong detalye, panoorin sa video!
At last, Senate asks Supreme Court to define limits of Duterte's power Lian Buan March 09, 2020 - with Video
'I'm sure my colleagues will agree na dapat talaga there cannot be absolutism in
our government,' says Senator Richard Gordon.
By filing a petition challenging the President's unilateral termination of the
Visiting Forces Agreement (VFA), the Senate, for the first time in the 3 years
of this administration, has asked the Supreme Court to define the limits of
President Rodrigo Duterte's presidential power.
The Video:
Senators talk to reporters after asking SC to clarify role in treaty termination
ABS-CBN News March 09, 2020
U.S. admiral on VFA repeal: A little disappointing but relationship not lost
JC Gotinga March 07, 2020
US Pacific Fleet Commander John Aquilino is leading a port call of the aircraft
carrier strike group Theodore Roosevelt in Vietnam, which uncharacteristically
skipped the Philippines in its Indo-Pacific voyage
Choose U.S. or China? Carpio offers 3rd way
Carmela Fonbuena February 28, 2020
Terminating the Visiting Forces Agreement will make the PH-US Mutual Defense
Treaty and the Enhanced Defense Cooperation Agreement useless, says retired
justice Antonio Carpio
The Video:
Duterte on VFA abrogation: PH can handle its own problems
Feb 27, 2020 Manila Bulletin Online
President Duterte is confident that the country will survive as a nation and
will be able to solve its own problems without relying on anyone, particularly
the United States.
'Fortunately,' there won’t be pushback from military over VFA – Trillanes
JC Gotinga February 19, 2020
The former Navy sailor who led two mutinies says the Armed Forces of the
Philippines is a professional institution, and will weather the President’s
order to repeal the pact with its biggest military ally
The Video: Bato
defends loyalty to Duterte: 'He represents the Filipino people'
Feb 19, 2020 ABS-CBN News
There is nothing wrong with being loyal to President Rodrigo Duterte who is
duly-elected to lead the country, said Sen. Ronald "Bato" Dela Rosa, a day after
drawing flak for flaunting his biases.
DJ Chacha slams Dela Rosa: Just resign and be Duterte's bodyguard
February 19, 2020
'When you're a public servant and your loyalty is towards a person and not
towards the country, ang tawag diyan, tuta,' she says
She was reacting to Dela Rosa’s statement on President Rodrigo Duterte’s threat
to terminate the Visiting Forces Agreement (VFA) and against media giant
ABS-CBN’s legislative franchise renewal. Balba is a DJ of MOR, which is
under ABS-CBN.
Trump 'fine' with end of Visiting Forces Agreement
Agence France-Presse February 13, 2020
'If they would like to do that, that's fine, we'll save a lot of money,' Trump
tells reporters at the White House, touting his 'very good relationship' with
Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte
No more military exercises with US when VFA lapses – Lorenzana
JC Gotinga February 13, 2020
Although planned joint exercises may still continue in the next 6 months, there
won’t be any when the termination of the military pact takes effect after that
period, says the defense chief
VFA termination a 'national tragedy,' says Del Rosario
Sofia Tomacruz February 12, 2020
'It is not what we do; it is not what is right,' says former foreign secretary
Albert Del Rosario, urging the Duterte government to reconsider its decision
Guevarra: PH will survive without VFA with Americans
Lian Buan February 12, 2020
Whether the President's advisers agree with him on the termination of the
military deal is now 'water under the bridge,' says the justice secretary
Military members disagree with VFA termination – senior officers
JC Gotinga February 11, 2020
Scrapping the key military pact with the US is disadvantageous to the Armed
Forces of the Philippines, say two senior military officers who spoke on
condition of anonymity
Philippines sends VFA notice of termination to U.S. Sofia Tomacruz February 11, 2020 - with Video
'The Executive Secretary sent the message to Secretary Teddyboy Locsin and the
latter signed the notice of termination as sent to the US government today,'
says Presidential Spokesperson Salvador Panelo
What will happen to PH military if the VFA is terminated?
JC Gotinga February 11, 2020
Can joint military exercises with American troops continue without the Visiting
Forces Agreement? At the very least, mounting them would become a lot more
difficult.
Senate urges Duterte to reconsider plan to scrap VFA
JC Gotinga February 10, 2020
Senators say they should first review the ramifications of withdrawing from the
agreement that allows for the presence of US military troops in the Philippines
No order from Duterte yet to terminate VFA
JC Gotinga February 08, 2020
'This is fake news,' says the defense secretary about Salvador Panelo's claim
that the President has taken steps to instruct Foreign Secretary Locsin to send
the notice of termination to the US
Contrary to an earlier statement from the presidential spokesperson,
President Rodrigo Duterte has not yet ordered Foreign Secretary Teodoro Locsin
Jr to send the US notice to terminate the Visiting Forces Agreement (VFA),
Defense Secretary Delfin Lorenzana said on Saturday afternoon, February 8.
With threats to scrap VFA, Duterte gambles Phillippines' security
Sofia Tomacruz February 6, 2020
President Rodrigo Duterte's latest outburst against the US isolates the country
from its oldest ally and sows uncertainty against the threat of any Chinese
aggression
No termination yet: Locsin instead wants 'vigorous review' of VFA
Rambo Talabong February 06, 2020 Foreign Secretary Teodoro Locsin Jr admits he and defense chief Delfin
Lorenzana were not consulted before President Duterte announced his order to
terminate the PH-US Visiting Forces Agreement
Lacson questions ending VFA to get Dela Rosa's visa back
Aika Rey January 24, 2020
Senator Panfilo Lacson says the Supreme Court needs to 'act soonest' on whether
a two-third vote by the Senate is needed to terminate international treaties.
U.S. Senate panel OKs ban on PH officials in
De Lima, EJK
cases
Aika Rey December 12, 2019
The US travel ban and the freezing of assets would cover Philippine officials
and security forces responsible for extrajudicial killings and the detention of
Senator Leila de Lima.
The US resolution also condemns the "harassment, arrest, and unjustified
judicial proceedings" against Rappler CEO Maria Ressa.
The US Senate urged the Philippine government to guarantee the freedom of the
press and drop all charges against Maria Ressa and Rappler.
U.S. senators to Duterte: Human rights violations must end
Sofia Tomacruz January 10, 2020
'While we remain a steadfast ally of the Philippines, we also remain resolute in
defending human rights and the rule of law,' says US Democratic Senator Edward
Markey
Imee Marcos spreads 'tsismis': U.S. 'revokes' Lorenzana's visa
too
Aika Rey January 23, 2020 - with Video
Defense Secretary Delfin Lorenzana says he doesn't know what Senator Imee Marcos
is talking about.
As if we haven't had enough of it,
Senator Imee Marcos on Thursday, January 23,
spread some gossip in a media forum.
In the forum, Marcos was asked about her reaction to the
cancellation of the US
visa of her colleague, Senator Ronald "Bato" dela Rosa. She said she's heard
about it, adding that it seemed other officials have been "blacklisted" too.
There's news about that and I know that Senator Bato would not be able to go to
the US. There's news that other officials like Secretary Delfin Lorenzana were
blacklisted or held at the airport too.
U.S. Senate passes resolution seeking Magnitsky sanctions vs PH officials
Sofia Tomacruz January 09, 2020
The resolution calls on US President Donald Trump to determine if Philippine
officials responsible for extrajudicial killings and Senator Leila de Lima's
detention would face travel and financial restrictions
U.S. Senator Durbin: De Lima case 'important test' for PH democracy
Sofia Tomacruz January 09, 2020 - with Video
'There is an easy and honorable way forward,' says Senator Richard Durbin as he
reiterates his call to release Senator Leila de Lima or ensure her a fair trial
U.S. Senator Markey: Duterte's threats will not silence us
Sofia Tomacruz January 03, 2020
'President Duterte is sorely mistaken if he thinks he can silence my voice and
that of my colleagues,' says United States Senator Edward Markey after he is
barred from entering the Philippines
PH bars entry of 3rd U.S. senator backing De Lima release
January 01, 2020
Senator Edward Markey of Massachusetts is the author of the resolution which
condemns Senator Leila de Lima's detention and denounces human rights offenders
in extrajudicial killings as well as media harassment in the country
Why the Global Magnitsky Act matters to the Philippines
Sofia Tomacruz December 21, 2019
With a US Senate committee passing a resolution invoking the Global Magnitsky
Act, Philippine officials face the prospect of being denied US visas and having
their assets there frozen
Locsin calls ‘idiotic’ US Senate panel’s resolution vs PH officials
Mara Cepeda December 15, 2019
The Philippines' top diplomat cites the 'separation of powers and the
independence of nations' as he hits the US foreign relations committee
resolution citing the Global Magnitsky Human Rights Accountability Act
'Habang hindi pa tayo tinamaan, hindi kaya mas marapat dito na tayo manindigan?
Kaysa naman maramdaman na natin ang nararamdaman ni Leila nang dire-diretso,"
says former president Noynoy Aquino
2019
Lawlessness in the Philippines under Duterte
Rappler Investigative Team December 10, 2019
Newsbreak, Rappler's investigative and research section, tracks stories that
depict lawlessness in the Philippines, aided by policies and orders that veer
toward authoritarianism
Newsbreak Chats 2019: The year in stupidity
December 18 - with Video
Rappler senior editors discuss the events that shaped
the Philippines in 2019, what issues hounded Duterte, and what 2020 will bring.
It has been a crazy 2019, filled with controversies from all branches of the
Philippine government.
Will democracy continue to decline in 2020?
The Philippines, a killing field
Miriam Grace A. Go November 07, 2019
Sometime ago, a journalist friend and I were looking into post-Duterte
scenarios, particularly about the legacy he would leave – first, in our armed
institutions, and second in society at large – given his “kill, kill, kill”
mentality.
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Bilibid returnees die in Duterte administration blunders Lian Buan, Rambo Talabong, and Jodesz Gavilan December 14, 2019 - with
Video
Part 1: Massive errors in record-keeping and ill-prepared facilities keep
thousands in jail for months, and kill at least 4 convict returnees. They regret
heeding the President's call.
In Malacañang on September 4, President Rodrigo Duterte issued a live television
warning to heinous crime convicts who were previously released on good conduct
time allowance (GCTA): surrender or be hunted.
"If you do not, then beginning at this hour, you are a fugitive from justice,"
Duterte said, without citing a law, without a court order, and without so
much a written memorandum, even though
GCTA, once granted, can never be revoked.
The President offered a P1-million bounty for each of them. Dead or alive.
Unqualified GCTA returnees lose jobs, are detained for months
Text and photos by MICHELLE ABAD December 15, 2019 Part 2: Even if many are not heinous crime convicts, former inmates turn
themselves in to the Correctional Institution for Women out of fear of the
President. Administrative lapses make them worry they won’t be home for
Christmas.
Bantag tries to slay Bilibid's old monsters, Duterte-style
Lian Buan, Rambo Talabong and Jodesz Gavilan December 16, 2019 Part 3: Gerald Bantag literally bulldozed his way to get rid of shanties inside
Bilibid on his first week. Will it work in fixing congestion and criminality? We
take an inside look.
Fixing the Bureau of Corrections Government walks a tightrope
Lian Buan, Rambo Talabong, Jodesz Gavilan, and Michelle Abad December 18, 2019 Conclusion: The GCTA crisis is a symptom of an institutional problem
inside the Bureau of Corrections. Will a Duterte-style approach work?
REPORT: The Uncounted Dead of Duterte's Drug War
Sheila Coronel, Mariel Padilla, David Mora, and The Stabile Center for
Investigative Journalism Aug 19, 2019
Huge numbers of deaths have gone uncounted in Philippine President Rodrigo
Duterte’s drug war. What does that mean for due process, and for the countries
that emulate him?
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the Report as pdf
Duterte to fire Robredo if she helps probes vs drug war
Rambo Talabong November 17, 2019
President Rodrigo Duterte prohibits Vice President and now Inter-Agency
Committee on Anti-Illegal Drugs co-chair Leni Robredo from aiding foreign
investigations against his so-called war on drugs.
100,000 Maranao sign petition to halt planned military camps
in Marawi
JC Gotinga November 18, 2019
Increased military presence in
the war-ravaged city may rile up residents'
cultural and religious sensitivities, and take up land that has historic meaning
to the
Maranao people, the petitioners say.
Duterte's sense of history
Vicente L. Rafael November 10, 2019
President Rodrigo Duterte's version of historical time is one of unending
trauma, where experience outstrips expression.
What's the difference between President Rodrigo Duterte and his predecessors?
Hayskul Batch '73: We were the martial law teenagers
Gilbert Yap Tan September 21, 2019
As we sang our graduation song, we became misty-eyed at the thought of our
inevitable separation... of the beginning of a new phase in our lives under the
New Society, the euphemism given to Martial Law.
When Martial Law was declared in 1972 and changed the dynamics of our
relationships; paranoia became the order of the day. And our lives were never
the same again.
Martial
law: The pill I had to take
Rio S. Aburido September 21, 2019
In my grandfather’s house, the name Marcos and the idea of martial law was like
a pill that could cure a malignant disease. But the pill is so bitter, and even
unfit for human consumption.
Martial Law anniversary reminder for Filipinos to fight despotic rule
September 21, 2019
'Higit sa pag-alala, ang araw na ito ay isang panawagan… na gampanan ang ating
iisang tungkulin na siguruhing walang lugar ang kahit sinong diktador sa isang
bayang malaya,' says Vice President Leni Robredo on the 47th anniversary of
Martial Law
Shouldn’t
we call ourselves 'martial law babies' too?
Karl Patrick Wilfred M. Suyat September 21, 2019
Our generation of activists now bellow in the streets, 'Marcos-Duterte, walang
pinagkaiba!' Indeed, these twin fascists had never differed.
Part 1: How the Marcoses are using social media to reclaim Malacañang
Disinformation, coordinated amplification, use of an extensive network of
anonymously-managed pages and groups are part of the Marcos comeback playbook
Part 2:
NETWORKED PROPAGANDA
How the Marcoses are rewriting history
Messages posted on groups and pages monitored by Rappler's Sharktank typically
also glorified the virtues of authoritarian rule
Conclusion: NETWORKED PROPAGANDA
False narratives from the Marcos arsenal
Conclusion: For the Marcos comeback playbook, facts don't matter
All Gemma Bagayaua-Mendoza November 20, 21, 22, 2019
Deep dive into the Marcos networked propaganda
February 25, 2020 - with Video
The massive
propaganda and targeted disinformation produced and amplified by Marcos and
Duterte fan pages, YouTube channels, and social media influencers.
This networked propaganda, which sought to alter public perception on the
Marcoses, was mapped using Rappler’s Sharktank database. This has tracked over
360 pages and over 280 groups supporting the Marcoses.
IMPORTANT Read also ALL links in the article
Marcos vs Robredo
Vergel O. Santos October 12, 2019
To be sure, too many incredible things have happened in the Supreme Court,
precisely in cases where Duterte had an interest
Marlon Manuel on fighting inciting to sedition case vs Robredo
September 24, 2019 - with Video
On Tuesday, September 24, Rappler editor-at-large Marites Vitug sits down with
human rights lawyer Marlon Manuel to discuss the case and what the harassment
against the opposition means to the rule of law
Threats to rule of law under Duterte
October 03, 2019
Is it time for lawyers in the Philippines to take to the streets, just like what
the world saw in Hong Kong?
The Concerned Lawyers for Civil Liberties (CLCL), a network of lawyers that
fought the policies of then-president Gloria Macapagal Arroyo,
recently
reconvened to plan actions against threats to rule of law under President
Rodrigo Duterte.
Majority of Filipinos think it's dangerous to publish anything
critical of Duterte admin
Sofia Tomacruz August 03, 2019
A June 2019 Social Weather Stations Survey shows 51% of Filipinos
agree it's dangerous to print or broadcast anything critical of the current
administration even if it is the truth.
A majority of Filipinos think it is risky to publicize criticism of the Duterte
administration even if it is truthful, Social Weather Stations (SWS) President
Mahar Mangahas said on August 3, Saturday.
PH lawyers revive decade-old group to protest Duterte policies
Lian Buan September 23, 2019
'Not since the dark years of Martial Law have our civil liberties and
fundamental rights been threatened and blatantly violated with such brazen
impunity,' says the group Concerned Lawyers for Civil Liberties
The
Video:
Free to speak up (Even against PRRD?) - Mayroon nga ba talagang
freedom of expression sa Pilipinas?
GMA Public Affairs Aug 5, 2019
Para sa nakararami, malayang maglahad ng opinyon ang mga Pilipino dahil madalas
makakita ng kritisismo laban sa gobyerno lalo na sa social media. Kung tunay
ngang may freedom of expression, bakit tila may nakatatanggap ng paratang mula
sa Pangulo ang sinumang kumontra sa kanya?
De Lima on the wreckage of the Duterte years and how to emerge
from it
Former congressman Walden Bello interviews detained Senator Leila de Lima. In
the first part of their interview, De Lima weighs in on
Philippines-China
relations, Dutertenomics, and
Metro Manila traffic.
Part 2 of 2
In the second part of Walden Bello's interview with Senator Leila de Lima, the
detained lawmaker talks about the Duterte Cabinet, the military, the GCTA mess,
and moves to crush the opposition
Both
Walden Bello September 15 - 16, 2019
Panic time
Vergel O. Santos August 31, 2019
One never knows what an insecure President is capable of, and, where President
Duterte is concerned, the prospects are particularly dicey
When Duterte doesn't know what he's talking about Pia Ranada September 23, 2019
President Rodrigo Duterte speaks before fully understanding issues. He barks
orders before analyzing the situation and considering all angles. What do we do?
Duterte gives Mocha Uson a new government post
Pia Ranada September 30, 2019 - With Video
The pro-Duterte blogger is appointed a deputy executive director at the
Overseas Workers Welfare Administration.
Uson has been appointed Deputy Executive Director V of the Overseas Workers
Welfare Administration (OWWA), according to a new list of presidential
appointees sent by Malacañang on Monday, September 30.
‘This gov’t is good at recycling garbage’: Netizens slam Mocha Uson's OWWA
appointment
Bonz Magsambol September 30, 2019
What do you think of the Duterte administration's move to bring Mocha Uson back
to government?
Controversial pro-Duterte blogger Mocha Uson is back in a government post. Her
return, however, is being criticized widely by netizens, with one common
sentiment being, “This government is good at recycling garbage."
Was Mocha Uson a candidate covered by the appointment ban?
Emil Marañon III October 01, 2019
Until all election rules are harmonized, we have to contend with loophole-ridden
laws and regulations that the likes of Mocha Uson and friends can easily take
advantage of.
Five months after failing to get a seat in the party-list elections,
AA-Kasosyo’s first nominee Mocha Uson has been appointed by President Rodrigo
Duterte as deputy executive director of the Overseas Workers Welfare
Administration (OWWA).
After the news broke, the internet was abuzz with questions on why the
controversial blogger was appointed considering there is an appointment ban on
losing candidates within one year after the elections.
Filipinos and the politics of acceptance
by Frankie Concepcion December 06, 2016
What I have learned from history is that often, Filipinos have been asked to
accept the very tragedies which have defined us.
"AboutPhilippines" says: An article giving thoughts!
Duterte: In the eyes of international media
Inquirer.net Jul 20, 2019
President Rodrigo Duterte had always been under media scrutiny - not only here
in the Philippines but also abroad - even before he rose to power as the
country’s chief executive in the 2016 national elections.
Covering up a national sellout
Vergel O. Santos August 03, 2019
When he
surrendered our sovereignty to China over some of our richest and most
strategic territorial waters, he not only committed treason outright, but
launched himself on a continuing crime of national betrayal.
Freud's libido and Duterte's jingoism
Senator Leila M. de Lima July 21, 2019
International relations are not built on drunken macho street-talk that Duterte
has been used to all his life as a mayor in the country’s southern backwaters.
For someone supposedly so afraid of war that he
gave away the
Philippines’ EEZ
to China, Duterte’s reckless taunting of the United States by ridiculously
invoking the PH-US Mutual Defense Treaty (MDT) cannot be merely dismissed as a
joke. Duterte is obviously toying around with our national security and
international alliances.
Joke again? Lost in translation? Duterte says he 'ordered'
Loot ambush Ryan Macasero September 18, 2019
Presidential Spokesperson Salvador Panelo says enough leeway should be given to
a 'Bisaya President' who 'misspeaks the Filipino language'
“General Loot, putangina mo nanalo pa ng barangay – mayor. Inambush kita, animal
ka, buhay pa rin (General Loot, you son of a bitch, you even won as barangay –
mayor. I ambushed you, you animal, but you're still alive)," he said.
In his first month as Chief Executive, Duterte accused Loot of involvement in
the drug trade, which the then-mayor denied. Loot survived an ambush in May 2018
The lawless Duterte presidency
Marites Dañguilan Vitug December 04, 2019
The Philippines has been transformed into a wilderness soaked in blood
THE DUTERTE INSULT LIST
Pia Ranada
Design by Jonathan Concepcion, Graphics by Raffy de Guzman
Interns: Ken Leonardo, Frances Roberto and Cecilia Pagdanganan
June 28, 2019
Three years of the Duterte presidency have come and gone and one thing is
certain: Rodrigo Duterte is the country's most foul-mouthed chief executive so
far. His expletive-peppered tirades are an almost daily reality. Once on a roll,
he won't press the breaks for anyone,
not
even God. Insults are part of Duterte's performative style of governance,
and even his diplomacy.
‘His word is law’: A list of Duterte’s verbal-only orders
Pia Ranada July 30, 2019
Aside from his order to stop PCSO games, President Rodrigo Duterte has made at
least 6 other policy pronouncements that were not followed up by written
documents defining their parameters and legal bases
LOOK: 'Syokoy' Duterte effigy to be burned in People’s
SONA 2019
Samantha Bagayas July 22, 2019
Titled “Duterte-syokoy,” the effigy shows a likeness of the Philippine
mythological creature. It depicts Duterte at the West Philippine Sea clutching a
China flag, a gun, and a bag of cash.
IN PHOTOS: Art means uprising at the SONA 2019 protests
July 22, 2019
Protesters got creative as they created artwork to express their opposition to
the Duterte administration
Robert Swift on the legal hunt for money
Martial Law victims
deserve
July 12, 2019
Are there Marcos assets left to be discovered? What challenges did the human
rights lawyer face in seeking compensation for the victims?
Swift is the lead counsel of victims who were recently
awarded $13.75 million by a United States court after 3 decades of work.
Since March, his team has been going around the Philippines to distribute checks
worth $1,500 (P76,965) each to at least 6,500 victims.
No PH admin supported compensation for martial law victims
Lian Buan July 16, 2019
The legal hunt for Marcos money is tedious and long, aggravated by the
non-cooperation of Philippine governments both current and past, according to
lawyer Robert Swift
Does Duterte fulfill the dictator criteria? This book can help
us find out
Pia Ranada July 20, 2019
'How Democracies Die' by Levitsky and Ziblatt identifies signs of a budding
authoritarian and steps they take to subvert democracies. How does Rodrigo
Duterte measure up to their criteria?
Duterte says safety comes at a price. Filipinos should know
what that price is.
Sheila S. Coronel August 20, 2019
'I spoke with families of the dead who told me their kin were shot while
watching TV at home, playing video games in a shop, dealing cards at a friend’s
wake, singing karaoke on the sidewalk, or buying bananas from a stall.'
Assessing Duterte presidency at the halfway mark
June 26, 2019 - with Video
The first 3 years of President Rodrigo Duterte's term will pass on June 30.
Political science associate professor Aries Arugay weighs in on the Chief
Executive's popularity, gains and losses, and challenges in the next half of his
term.
Duterte presidency in 5 minutes
June 26, 2019 - with Video
Here is a look at the defining moments of the first half of President Rodrigo
Duterte's administration in under 5 minutes
Duterte presidency 'domineering' challenge to PH democracy
Pia Ranada June 26, 2019
While quelling dissent could be 'efficient' for a president who wants to get
things done, political science expert Aries Arugay says democracy is also about
checks and balance
The
Halfway Mark
June 27, 2019
Assessing Rodrigo Duterte and the country at the midway point of his presidency
The highs and lows of the Duterte presidency
June 27, 2019
June 30 marks the third year since President Rodrigo Duterte was sworn into
office.
The past years were anything but calm in the Philippines as controversies and
issues hounded the Duterte presidency. His policies, including the bloody
anti-illegal drugs campaign and his stand on dealing with China in the West
Philippine Sea, have been criticized both at home and abroad.
Newsbreak team sits down to discuss the highs and lows of the Duterte
administration, the implications of his policies, and what can be expected in
the next 3 years.
IMPORTANT look:
The Duterte wealth: Unregistered law firm, undisclosed biz interests, rice
import deal for creditor
President Duterte and his children Sara and Paolo separately and together
offer token or opaque data that, under the law, they are required to reveal in
their SALNs
Duterte wealth untouched by elections
PCIJ: In Sara Duterte's case, some unusual situations are apparent, in terms of
sudden and sharp rise in her net worth
Dutertes mix up data on 23 business interests
The Dutertes have interests and engagements in at least 23 corporate entities,
the majority involving food and catering, freight and trucking services, and
education, according to a PCIJ investigation
Duterte's 2016 net worth: P27.4M
Lian Buan May 12, 2017
The President's latest Statement of Assets and Liabilities shows
his net worth at P27.4 million as of December 31, 2016, up by P3 million
compared to June 2016
Duterte 'jokes' about mystery woman 'Vanessa'
Pia Ranada May 14, 2017
The President jokes of a wealthy single woman from Metro Manila who he brings
often during foreign trips.
This woman, he at first asserted, is the source of the additional P3 million*
($60,337) he declared in his recent Statement of Assets, Liabilities, and Net
Worth (SALN).
Duterte is also fond of women, and has not shied away from expressing admiration
for beautiful women, be it a government official or his own security aide.
When a mayor-president messes with local polls
March 25, 2019
We have not seen anything like this since the fall of the
Marcos dictatorship in
1986: a strongman inserting himself in the local elections by carpet-bombing his
enemies
HONESTY REQUIRED
Robredo: If you're not honest, don't run for public office
Sofia Tomacruz March 08, 2019 - with Video
'Ang honesty, napakalaking factor sa integrity ng isang tao. Kung wala kang
ganoon, dapat hindi mo iniisip maglingkod kasi paano ka makakapaglingkod kung
may problema ka sa sarili mo?' says Vice President Leni Robredo
Sara Duterte: All candidates lie,
honesty not an issue
Pia Ranada March 06, 2019
'Walang isang kandidato diyan na hindi nagsisinungaling,' says Davao City Mayor
Sara Duterte, shrugging off the criticism against senatorial bet Imee Marcos
For Davao City Mayor Sara Duterte, senatorial candidate Imee Marcos' false
claims about academic degrees should not be an issue, because "everyone lies
anyway."
MISLEADING: Sara Duterte claims law doesn't require that
senators be honest
Pia Ranada March 10, 2019 - with Video
But the 1987 Constitution, which lists down requirements for senators, also
explicitly demands that public officials, including senators, to be honest
Nuelle Duterte takes back her name
Pia Ranada June 02, 2019
President Rodrigo Duterte's niece is a full-on critic of the administration and
is not afraid to take a stand, no matter what you think of her surname.
The Story of the Filipino: Filipino Aspirations
Published on Jul 18, 2018
The recent Pulse Asia survey listed down the top concerns of Filipinos which
include poverty reduction, job creation, and fighting criminality.
A week before the President’s State of the Nation Address, we listen to ordinary
Filipinos who share their aspirations - longing for a more comfortable life and
a better nation.
Senate hearings and much more on the SOGIE equality bill
August, September 2019
The Senate committee on women, children, family relations, and gender equality
holds its first public hearing on the SOGIE equality bill on Tuesday, August 20.
The committee, shaired by Senator Risa Hontiveros, holds an organizational
meeting before tackling the anti-discrimination bill.
Discussions on the SOGIE equality bill have been revived transgender woman
Gretchen Diez experienced discrimination in a Quezon City mall.
LOOK OLD archive:
Several links & videos with different "Pros and
cons" - Etc.
about the agenda "Federalism in the
Philippines"
Selling our memory to thieves
September 24, 2018
Martial Law was here in one blow decades ago, and is here now – in increments we
continue refusing to see.
We’re being robbed twice over, and we’re not doing anything about it except make
noise.
Duterte may issue EO to address inflation
Pia Ranada September 12, 2018
President Rodrigo Duterte meets with his economic managers before the 29th
Cabinet meeting to discuss how to contain inflation
VP Leni Robredo on leading the opposition
September 13, 2018
Vice President Leni Robredo about what she thinks the government should do to
address the plight of the poor and the role the opposition should play now.
Tommy Osmeña on governing as a mayor under Duterte
Cebu City Mayor
Tomas "Tommy" Osmeña speaks to Rappler on being a mayor under
President Rodrigo Duterte: getting stripped of police powers, facing threats,
but at the same time still being expected to locally promote key campaigns like
the
war on drugs and
federalism.
Orlando Mercado on rethinking national security threats
August 6, 2018 Rappler editor-at-large Marites Vitug talked to former
defense secretary Orlando Mercado about national security and the threats the
Philippines is facing
Making sense of the Philippine economy
August 10, 2018 - with Video
Rappler talked to AJ Montesa of the Action for Economic Reforms and Rappler
columnist JC Punongbayan to understand the latest economic data
How long can Duterte wait?
Vergel O. Santos August 18, 2018
In any case, waiting in the wings are
Bongbong and next to him the President’s
daughter, Davao City Mayor Sara, now undergoing crash grooming for national
office – ultimately for the presidency
Is China our new America?
CHINA RELATIONSHIP UNDER DUTERTE
China's greed, Duterte’s generosity - Is Duterte a lapdog of China?
Why the divisions between us when one fight clearly overtops all others? Is
there any doubt our nation has begun its descent into authoritarianism?
"AboutPhilippines" recommend to read this article, because so it is in our
beloved country now!
After return of
Balangiga Bells, will Duterte visit U.S.? Paterno Esmaquel II November 15, 2018
President Duterte will not visit the US 'until the Bells of Balangiga are
returned,' Foreign Secretary Teodoro Locsin Jr recalls telling US Ambassador
Nikki Haley
Duterte declared in July last year that he would never
visit "lousy" America.
"There will never be a time during my term when I will be going to America or
thereafter," he told reporters then.
Will the return of the Balangiga Bells help change his mind?
Militarization of government? - Democracy
in decline - Etc.
Duterte to resign if Bongbong Marcos wins election protest
Pia Ranada August 16, 2018 - with Video
If the former senator wins his case against Vice President Leni Robredo,
President Rodrigo Duterte 'will make true his word' to step down, says
Malacañang
The evil that men do
Vergel O. Santos October 26, 2019
He was elected as the one-trick pony the nation needed – only to prove himself
not even slightly worthy of the trick on which he sold himself
Militarization of government?
'Correct!' says Duterte
Pia Ranada November 01, 2018 - with Video
President Rodrigo Duterte defends his penchant for appointing ex-military men
into civilian posts, saying they rarely 'debate' with him.
IMPORTANT:
The generals' coup in 2018
Duterte breaks up with Reds
Carmela Fonbuena DECEMBER 26, 2018
The military elbows the communists out of government, and turns the President
who once called himself leftist into becoming the rebels' worst enemy
In 2018, Duterte turns to military for (almost) everything
Pia Ranada December 12, 2018
A third of the Cabinet are now ex-military or police men. The President relies
on former generals to carry out radical policies, from Boracay closure to
customs bureau overhaul.
Lawmakers hit military 'takeover' of BOC: 'Martial law na ba?'
Mara Cepeda October 29, 2018
'It's an extreme response, putting a purely civilian bureaucracy under military
control. It's as if President Duterte has imposed nationwide martial law,'
says Akbayan Representative Tom Villarin
and the
Video: Government’s ‘militarization’ a ‘horror story’: Liza Maza
Nov 1, 2018
The reorganization is being carried out as President Duterte acknowledged that
the government is being militarized
Silence is the desire of a dictatorial state that pretends to be democratic. It
hides behind the tyranny of opinion, the popularity of a charismatic figure, and
the spirit of unyielding legalism.
Filipinos remember Martial Law: 'Dictatorship is back' Paterno Esmaquel II September 21, 2018 - with Videos
Thousands of protesters gather to denounce a 'creeping dictatorship' as the
Philippines marks the 46th anniversary of Martial Law
"AboutPhilippines" recommend to read these above articles, because so it is in our
beloved country now!
The
Video: Dictatorship vs democracy
October 01, 2018
Do you think the Philippines should be under a dictatorship? Do you believe that
Martial Law was a golden age for our country?
In this video, Leloy Claudio discusses the 5 reasons why democracy is better
than dictatorship.
QC court orders arrest of Trillanes, 10 others for conspiracy
to commit sedition
Lian Buan February 14, 2020
3rd UPDATE 'I will face this case just as I have faced all the other harassment
cases Duterte's minions have filed against me,' says former senator Antonio
Trillanes IV, who will post bail upon his return to Manila next week
Trillanes and his dangerous dissent
Feb 19, 2020 - with Video
In the eyes of President Rodrigo Duterte, former senator and key opposition
figure Antonio Trillanes IV is the most seditious man in the country.
Trillanes has had to face 14 cases under the Duterte administration, 3 of which
are sedition charges over his public statements about the president.
LIST: Who's been granted amnesty?
Alex Evangelista September 04, 2018
Take your pick: Administration allies Senator Gringo Honasan, MMDA boss Danilo
Lim, and former customs chief Nicanor Faeldon were among those granted amnesty
by previous presidents.
Previous Philippine presidents have used their power to grant amnesty to persons
and groups “who may be guilty of political offenses,” often to facilitate peace
processes or entice rebels to return to mainstream life.
FAST FACTS: What is amnesty?
Michael Bueza and Vernise L Tantuco September 04, 2018
Here's what you need to know about amnesty in the Philippines
Aquino, 5 other presidents delegated amnesty review to committees
Camille Elemia September 12, 2018
AFP Chief Carlito Galvez Jr and Senator Antonio Trillanes IV go through similar
processes, as former president Ramos also created a committee in 1994 to decide
on amnesty applications
"AboutPhilippines" recommend to read these articles and all links, because so it is in our
beloved country now!
LIST: No to corruption? Duterte's controversial reappointees
Pia Ranada June 11, 2018
Zero tolerance for corruption? Rappler finds that President Duterte has
reappointed, promoted, or retained in a different capacity 16 government
officials accused of corruption or misuse of public funds.
How does the DILG plan to carry out the Anti-Subversion Act of 1957 should it be
revived?
Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG) Secretary Eduardo Año
dropped a bombshell last week that instantly generated flak from activists: that
he wants the anti-subversion law revived.
Look also all the links in
the article
CREATING A MARCOS? Reviving the anti-subversion law under Duterte
Rambo Talabong and Jodesz Gavilan August 21, 2019
The anti-subversion law was the dictator Ferdinand Marcos' tool of choice in
strangling the opposition and crushing legitimate dissent. Groups fear its
planned revival under President Rodrigo Duterte will lead to the same – or even
worse.
Duterte is no Marcos, says DILG in defending anti-subversion law
Rambo Talabong August 19, 2019 - with Video
'This is not the authoritarian martial law which is of the Marcos period where
when someone is arrested and not heard of, and then suddenly he's dead,' says
DILG Undersecretary Jonathan Malaya
Newsbreak, Rappler’s research and investigative arm, has pursued stories to
track the Philippines' slow but steady descent to authoritarianism, in a bid to
stem it and call attention to this worrisome trend
Where do we fall in world rankings?
Alex Evangelista December 20, 2018
Attacks against democratic values and unforeseen events situate the Philippines
in much lower rankings than the previous year in several areas
Moments when Duterte made us ask, 'Is he serious?'
Pia Ranada December 18, 2018
From shutting down an island for half a year to reviving ancient barter trade,
President Rodrigo Duterte has tried to implement some crazy-sounding policies
Political analyst Doy Romero about fears of a less independent
Senate after the May 13 elections.
With President Rodrigo Duterte’s senatorial bets dominating preelection surveys,
many experts fear a less independent Senate after the May 13 elections.
Will this mean the death of democracy?
To help us understand this issue, Rappler talks to political analyst Doy Romero. Watch this interview.
Is there hope for democracy after the 2019 elections?
August 08, 2019
The results of the 2019 elections, to some extent, divided the nation.
Some were satisfied as President Rodrigo Duterte had more allies in the Senate
and House of Representatives who can help him with his legislative agenda, but
some were "disappointed, but not surprised," as they say these lawmakers may
jeopardize the independence of Congress, and ultimately, our nation's democracy.
In this special episode of Basagan ng Trip, history and literature professor
Leloy Claudio sits down with First Quarter Storm activists Ed Garcia and Noel
Tolentino and Akbayan's Gio Tingson as they try to make sense of the country's
prospects for democracy
How a Duterte supporter fell out of love with the President
Pia Ranada June 30, 2018
'The hardest part is admitting that the man you thought he was is different from
the man he is,' says a Duterte supporter who has decided to become a critic.
The sari-sari store Joseph* was buying from happened to have a small television
flashing a clip of
President Rodrigo Duterte calling God stupid. Something about the
presidential outburst gnawed at Joseph’s brain until he got home.
The Philippine
Flag - Evolution - Flag days, National Symbols - Etc.
How to sing
PH national anthem, and display symbols in proposed flag code
Mara Cepeda June 30, 2017
A House bill sets tougher penalties for improper singing of 'Lupang Hinirang,'
as well as incorrect usage of the Philippine flag and other national symbols.
REPUBLIC ACT NO. 8491
AN ACT PRESCRIBING THE CODE OF THE NATIONAL FLAG, ANTHEM, MOTTO,
COAT-OF-ARMS AND OTHER HERALDIC ITEMS AND DEVICES OF THE PHILIPPINES
On May 28, 1898, the Philippine flag was first unfurled after the
Philippine Revolutionary Army defeated Spanish forces in the Battle at Alapan,
Imus, Cavite. The national flag was yet to be formally announced on the day of
that battle. It was formally presented to the people on June 12, 1898.
Breach in protocol over PH
presidential flag during Xi's state visit
Jodesz Gavilan November 21, 2018
The lone presence of the Chinese flag during the welcome ceremony and review of
the guards by the 2 presidents is unlike any other state visit.
The sight of the lone Chinese flag behind Presidents Rodrigo Duterte and Xi
Jinping as they made their way past the honor guards in Malacañang on Tuesday,
November 20, caught the eye of not a few.
AND the
Video in the album "The Flag - Evolution - Flag days - Etc.":
Explainer: What are the flag protocols and why are they important?
The National Historical Commission of the Philippines calls
shoe brand out for using Philippine flag on sneakers
July 18, 2018
The red, blue, yellow and white sneaker doesn't only use elements of the flag.
The shoe tongue is practically a replica of the flag.
Disrespect for the flag
PH flag used as shade from summer heat
Mary Joy Quimpo May 27, 2017
This is not the first time an incident involving disrespect for the flag has
gone viral.
For those who aren’t familiar with the law regarding the
proper display of the flag, here’s a quick list of some of the do’s and don’ts.
Why should we respect the PH Flag?
Jonnel Gozo May 28, 2017
According to the curator of the Aguinaldo Shrine, it's important to revisit the
history of the flag and be reminded of how our heroes fought for our
independence.
LOOK: PH flag gets personified for Tokyo 2020 Olympics
Beatrice Go July 06, 2019
The Philippines is represented by Rizal the Warrior in the World of Flags
project
Mother of
all Philippine Maps
Carta Hydrographica y Chorographica de las Islas Filipinas
(Spanish, "Hydrographical and Chorographical Chart of the Philippine Islands"),
more commonly known as the Murillo Velarde map, is a map of the Philippines made
and first published in Manila in 1734 by the Spanish Jesuit cartographer Pedro
Murillo Velarde, and two Filipinos; engraver Nicolás de la Cruz Bagay and artist
Francisco Suarez. The World Digital Library describes it as the "first and most
important scientific map of the Philippines". It is frequently referred to as
the "Mother of all Philippine Maps"
The
Video - Etc.: 1734 Murillo-Velarde map shows Scarborough Shoal, Spratlys
Visas, Permits Immigration for Foreigners in the
Philippines
If you will not be relocating to the Philippines and wish to stay in the
Philippines longer than 21 days you will most likely be required to
obtain a non-immigrant (temporary) visa. Generally non-immigrant visas
are issued for travel to the Philippines for a specific purpose and for
a set duration. Aliens entering the Philippines may qualify for the
following visa categories:
Aliens admitted as nonimmigrants cannot remain in the Philippines
permanently. To obtain permanent admission, a nonimmigrant alien must
depart voluntarily to some foreign country and procure from the
appropriate Philippine consul the proper visa and thereafter undergo
examination by the officers of the Bureau of Immigration at a Philippine
port of entry for determination of his admissibility in accordance with
the requirements.
Tourist Visa Extension Philippines
Treaty Investor Philippines
Provisional Permit to Work Philippines
Employment Working Visa (9G) Philippines
Alien Employment Permit (AEP) Philippines
Retirement Visa (SRRV) Philippines
Special Visas for Foreigners allowing 100% Condo Ownership Philippines
Non Quota Visa - 13A Philippines
Special Visa for Employment Generation (SVEG) Philippines
Guidelines and Requirements for
Applying for Filipino Citizenship Reacquisition Under
Republic Act
9225
Philippine Citizenship
Dual Citizenship
It´s possible for Filipino to hold
dual citizenship or more than one citizenship at the same time.
DUAL CITIZENSHIP
A Primer on the Citizenship
Retention and Re-acquisition Act of 2003 - 3rd edition
in the album The Philippines - China relations - China's greed, Duterte’s
generosity - Is Duterte a lapdog of China? - POGO - Etc.
PASSPORT FOR SALE?
Philippine passport, ibinebenta ng ilang Chinese-run travel agencies?
GMA Public Affairs March 03, 2020
All-in-one package raw ang offer ng ilang Chinese-run travel agencies na ito sa
bansa. Bukod kasi sa travel tour plan, maaari mo na rin daw mabili ang iyong
Philippine passport dito?! Ang buong kuwento, panoorin sa video!
Duterte to study removal of 'visa on arrival' privilege for
foreigners
Pia Ranada and Sofia Tomacruz August 01, 2019
Foreign Secretary Teodoro Locsin Jr makes the suggestion after National Security
Adviser Hermogenes Esperon Jr raised security concerns over
the surge in the
number of Chinese working in the Philippines
Foreign workers must secure 'certificate of no objection' - DOLE
Sofia Tomacruz November 17, 2019
A 'certificate of no objection' is required for foreign nationals to secure a
visa to work in the Philippines
The Department of Labor and Employment
(DOLE) announced on Sunday, November 17, that foreigners who want to work in the
Philippines will be required to secure of a "certificate of no objection" (CNO)
before they could receive visas and permits from other government agencies.
Re-Entry Permit, Special Return and Emigration
Clearance Certificates
IMMIGRATION POLICIES ON
VISITING AND RETURNING OVERSEAS FILIPINOS
Under R.A. 6768, a former Filipino citizen and his/her spouse and
children traveling with him/her are entitled to visa-free entry to the
Philippines for a period of one (1) year.
Know about the program and
services of Bureau of Immigration in the Philippines, from processing to
legal matters with BI Commissioner Ricardo David and BI-Spokeperson &
Intelligence Chief Atty. Ma. Antonette Mangrobang
Emigration Clearance Certificate, ECC
The passport had a stamp saying visitors whose total stay in the country is more
than 6 months are required to get an ECC.
PHILIPPINE IMMIGRANT VISA
- ALIEN CERTIFICATE OF REGISTRATION - THE
ACR I-CARD
The 13(A) Visa applies to the spouse or the
unmarried child under 21 years of age of a
Philippine citizen, if accompanying or
following to join such citizen.
The 13(G) Visa applies to a former Filipino
who is returning to the Philippines for
permanent residence, including his/her
foreign spouse and minor children.
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IMPORTANT: look much more information
HERE and
HERE
Offices in Cebu City, Makati City and Angeles City. Fast &
Reliable Visa assistance services at REASONABLE rates for: Tourist Visa, Fiancee
Visa, Spousal Visa, Student Visa, Immigration Visa. To most countries in the
World.
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Passport, Cerfiticates, Etc"
SPECIAL RESIDENT RETIREE'S VISA (SRRV) OPTIONS
and many more informations about retirement in the
Philippines
E-passport gets new look, more security features,
Jul 20, 2015
Philippine ePassport Application Procedures
Live Demonstration of ePassport, 20 July 2015
Philippine ePassport step x step
Ten Practical Tips... for your ePassport
Dual citizens: Which passport to present when traveling to the Philippines?
Philippine Retirement & Travels Apr 1, 2019
It also briefly talks about using the Philippine passport when traveling to
other foreign countries.
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Cerfiticates, Etc"
PH to issue new 'high-security' passports at 'faster' pace
Palace Communications
Secretary Martin Andanar says the new printing system for Philippine passports
increases production speed by 35%.
Starting August 15, is set to issue new passports with added security features HIGH SECURITY.
Added security features have been placed, such as the upgraded security feature of the microchip to
capture the personal data of the applicant.
ALL the
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RA 10928 AN ACT
EXTENDING THE VALIDITY OF PHILIPPINE PASSPORTS, AMENDING FOR THE PURPOSE SECTION
10 OF REPUBLIC ACT NO. 8239, OTHERWISE KNOWN AS THE “PHILIPPINE PASSPORT ACT OF
1996”, AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES
Since July 2007, the Philippine Passport is a
MRP - Machine Readable Passport.
First-time issuance of passport for children born
abroad to Filipino parent/s
Renewal of expired passport
Amendment of passport
Replacement for tampered or damaged passport
Replacement for lost passport
The Department
of Foreign Affairs Officer of
Consular Affairs (DFA-OCA)
launched the PASSPORT TRACKING
SERVICE (PTS) to provide updates
to the public on the status of
their passport applications.
After typing and encoding the
information required, applicants
will receive a response to their
PTS queries through SMS message
or e-mail within two working
days upon receipt of such online
request.
To prevent child trafficking, Republic Act 7610:
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS IN SECURING MINOR’S TRAVEL
CLEARANCE CERTIFICATE
Look the
Video Against Child trafficking
- Republic Act 7610
How to find out if you
have a damaged passport
Mar 18, 2014
MANILA - How do you know if
you have a damaged passport? According to
Foreign Affairs Assistant Secretary Fred
Santos, a damaged passport would include one
that has a ripped cover, detached pages or
has gone through a washing machine.
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Personal Papers e.g. Passport, Cerfiticates,
Etc"
The Philippine Retirement
Authority (PRA) & Bureau of Immigration (in the album Authorities)
on Expat Insights into how to come and make Philippines your home for
life with the General Manager of the Philippines Retirement Authority,
Mr. Vernie Atienza.
How Duterte endangers your retirement
JC Punongbayan May 24, 2018
All in all, the yawning gaps of the country’s social pension system require
bold, comprehensive, and forward-thinking solutions like universal social
pension – not simplistic, superficial, and short-sighted ones like Duterte’s
pension hike.
PhilHealth benefits for foreign retirees in PH starting July
June 16, 2017
This expansion of coverage is based on a memorandum of understanding signed by
PhilHealth and the Philippine Retirement Authority in 2015 that aims to 'promote
the country as a retirement haven for qualified foreigners'
Kevin Sanders is a pastor, blogger, husband, and caffeine
addict. He spent 11 years as a missionary in the Philippines before returning to
America with Mare Cris, his wife. This includes videos on the Philippines with
advice for e.g expats and other topics. Look more
HERE
AboutPhilippines recommend to look all the good advices for expats
Department of Foreign Affairs of Philippines (DFA)
CIVIL REGISTRATION OF BIRTH, DEATH, MARRIAGE AND DIVORCE of a Filipino
The Philippines is a perfect location for anyone in search of a new home where
the climate is great year-round and where people are friendly everywhere you go.
The Filipinos living in the islands are a friendly group of people who are
family oriented and very nice to newcomers.
Why did Jerry & Family from Hawaii, choose to
retire
in Cebu?
Jun 3, 2017
See his INTERVIEW
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Retiring in PH: Pros and cons
For those who are planning their financial future after
retirement, one of the important things to determine is where to live.
May 30, 2015
--
How to prepare for retirement in PH
Registered financial planner Randell Tiongson shared effective ways to plan
for retirement in the Philippines on ANC's On the Money with Edric Mendoza.
Sep 22, 2015
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Monthly costs of living in Cebu City
May 6, 2016
by/Christopher Lane
Monthly costs of living for April 2016 for a family of 3 living in Cebu City
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Medical Costs in The Philippines. My Recent Experience
Feb 6, 2019
The cost of living budget should include medical expenses, doctors, insurance,
prescriptions, etc. This is a summary of my recent cost with 2 doctors in Cebu
City, Cebu, Philippines.
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Clark Green City eyed as ‘retirement haven’ for
foreigners
Rappler.com July 17, 2015
Urban planners are looking at an elevated portion of the land within the
Clark Special Economic Zone as a place to develop a retirement village
for foreigners.
An eco-friendly retirement community for foreigners will be one of main
features of Clark Green City, the Bases Conversion and Development
Authority (BCDA) said in a statement.
Why Retiring in the Philippines is Your Best
Choice
Senior Citizen Benefits and Person With Disability
Privileges in the Philippines
Tax exemption
privileges of filipinos who are permanent residents abroad and returning
to the Philippines for good and former filipino citizens who have
acquired citizenships of other countries and are returning to the
Philippines to settle permanently.
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LIVING IN THE PHILIPPINES
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Living and Working in the Philippines
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Philippines Expat Survival Guide --
F.A.C. - Foreign Assistance Center Philippines
is the first in the Philippines of its sort. The
F.A.C. provide all legal residing Foreigners, Retirees, Guests and
Investors with their given Rights under the Philippine Laws specifically
Immigration Law --
Typical Philippines
Life in Province
The Pros and Cons of Retiring in the Philippines
VISAYAN FORUM FOUNDATION, INC.
is a non-profit, non-stock and tax-exempt non-government
organization in the Philippines established in 1991. VF works for the
welfare of marginalized migrants, especially those working in the
invisible and informal sectors, like domestic workers, and trafficked
women and children.
many other good informations too about daily life in
the Philippines in link on the site
TRAINING REGULATIONS DRIVING
AUTOMOTIVE AND LAND TRANSPORT SECTOR
TECHNICAL EDUCATION AND SKILLS DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY
Inheritance law of property -
land - also about foreigners inheritance
tax and law The Global Property Guide
looks at inheritance from two angles: taxation, and what inheritance
laws apply to foreigners leaving property in Philippines: what
restrictions there are and whether making a will is advisable
OUR FOREIGN SERVICE POSTS
Philippine Embassies - Consulates etc.
Philippine Embassy in
Vatican, the Holy See
Vatican City
Mercedes Arrastia Tuason, Ambassador
Via Paolo VI, 29
00193 Rome
Holy See (Vatican City)
Look more on page 148 in the document
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Embassy of the Holy See (Apostolic Nunciature) in the
Philippines
H. E. Archbishop Antonio Franco
Apostolic Nuncio
2140 Taft Avenue
Manila City 1004 Philippines
Tel. No.: (2) 521 0307
Fax No.: (2) 521 1235
Look "Apostolic
Nunciature in PH" by/Reynaldo Santos Jr. Jan 15, 2015
The Apostolic Nunciature is home to Vatican City's representative – or
nuncio
Most countries establish embassies in other countries for diplomatic
purposes. But the Vatican City, for its part, installs an apostolic
nunciature in select countries.
Nessecary for visits of Philippine
citizens in many countries e.g. Schengen - The host has to fill up and send such to the invited person
Look the form as doc
HERE or as document template file (dot)
HERE
Visa Information System (VIS)
allows Schengen States to exchange visa data. It consists
of a central IT system and of a communication infrastructure that links
this central system to national systems. VIS connects consulates in
non-EU countries and all external border crossing points of Schengen
States.
the article and video
A
UK visa is just five steps away
September 28, 2015
UK Visas & Immigration (UKVI) launched a new video aimed at first time visitors
to the UK.
The video is a further example of the improvements to the visa service to make it quicker and easier for Filipino visitors to apply
for a UK visa
ROYAL DANISH EMBASSY, Manila
HONORARY ROYAL DANISH CONSULATE GENERAL IN MANILA
HONORARY ROYAL DANISH CONSULATE IN CEBU
by contact - information and help about:
Possibilities for foreign nationals to reside in Denmark (visa)
How to apply for family reunification in Denmark
Family reunification for spouses e.g.
Family reunification for children
Family reunification with other family members
BUT
Don´t date a DANE, because it´s nearly impossible to get a
foreign spouse comming from outside DENMARK to live with a DANE in DENMARK!
I was denied a U.S. visa, and it's very personal
Lian Buan April 14, 2018
The embassy officer told me I could reapply if and when my 'circumstances
change.' What circumstance has to change before we beat colonial presumptions
and call ourselves worthy to travel this world freely?
AboutPhilippines says: IMPORTANT to read
U.S. starts requiring social media details for visas
Rambo Talabong June 02, 2019
The United States now requires visa applicants to disclose the social media
platforms and usernames they have used in the past 5 years.
It remains unclear whether the addition to visa applications have been
implemented across the world.
National ID law: Here's the law,
RA 11055, plus quick summary
Pia Ranada August 08, 2018
The Philippine Identification System will record every instance you use your
national ID or number in a transaction, aside from any modification of personal
information
the
Video: Philippine ID System
Aug 18, 2018
Laguna Rep. Sol Aragones, author of the Philippine Identification System
(PhilSys) Act, discusses the information that will be available on the national
ID. PSA spokesperson Lady Tuble shares how Filipinos can apply for a national
ID. PSA spokesperson Lady Tuble shares how they will secure sensitive data in
the Philippine Identification System (PhilSys).
and the articles:
Duterte signs national ID system law
Pia Ranada August 06, 2018 - with Video
Filipinos will soon be asked to register with the Philippine ID System in order
to get their national ID. Lawmakers give assurances that privacy rights and data
will be protected
What you need to know about the proposed national ID system
Jodesz Gavilan June 07, 2018
Proponents say the Philippine Identification System (PhilSys) can help improve
the delivery of government services but experts worry about its implications on
privacy.
'Record history' puts cloud of doubt on proposed national ID
system
JODESZ GAVILAN June 12, 2018
Privacy experts warn that maintaining a record history in what could otherwise
be a beneficial identification system
may pave the way for 'dataveillance'
How to apply for and secure government-issued IDs
July 04, 2019
Hassle? Nope, it's time to hustle.
Finally got the job offer? Congratulations! Now comes the next part — the
documentary requirements.
Before officially starting your adulting life, you'll need to register and get
identification cards or clearances from the National Bureau of Investigation
(NBI), Social Security System (SSS), and Philhealth, to name a few.
Need documents from gov’t?
Post office ‘Zip Lane’ is waiting
December 09, 2017
The ‘Zip Lane,’ based in Philippine Postal Corporation stations, can accept
requests for and print NBI, SSS, PhilHealth, POEA documents in less than an
hour.
How to Apply for UMID Card (Unified Multi-Purpose ID Card)
March 25, 2015
UMID stands for the
Unified Multi-Purpose ID card that will serve as the single ID card of all SSS,
GSIS, PhilHealth and Pag-IBIG members.
FORMSPH
Confused about PH gov't services? There's now an app for that
Shaira Panela August 30, 2016
Out of
confusion and frustration over the basics of government services, a 21-year-old
political science graduate develops a mobile app that aims to help people access
these services
MANDALUYONG CITY, Owie Haplasca, executive officer of the EDP
division of the National Bureau of Investigation, explains how
applications for the NBI clearance will become fully automated. NBI clearances are
required for individuals seeking employment locally or abroad.
Philippine Center on Transnational Crime - PCTC
The PCTC address the requirement of putting strong and
intensified focus against transnational organized crime in the course of
the government’s anti-crime campaign.
The Executive Director, PCTC; the Chief, PNP; and the heads of other
concerned government agencies shall undertake close coordination and
cooperation to insure synergy in the over-all anti-transnational crime
campaign.
"How to Change Your PRC Registered Name after
Marriage"
by/Zero MD - Jan 22, 2014
For Filipino Female Professionals registered at the
Professional Regulation Commission changing their registered name after
getting married can be a chore. Find out how you can have a hassle-free
time at the PRC. The Professional Regulation Commission is the
Philippine governing body for certifying individuals as professionals in
the various working groups. Renewal of PRC licenses can be done at SM
Malls nowadays which makes it easy. However for women who recently got
married, changing the status and registered name is a big hassle.
Are you familiar with "NO ID, NO ENTRY' signs? Did you
experience refusal from a Money Changer or from a "Kwarta Padala"
institutions when you want to receive money from someone but you have no
valid ID. Whether your a student, an employee, or an average Pinoy, a
valid ID - Identification Card is always required when transacting
business, accessing public/private institutions or opening bank
accounts. So here's a list of the Top 28 Valid ID's required in the
Philippines
Philippines BIR Taxpayer Identification Number (TIN) card
Having a Philippines BIR Taxpayer Identification Number (TIN) card can be
advantageous when dealing with Filipino government officials and most financial
institutions. A TIN card is handy, even if you do not pay taxes in the
Philippines
Civil registry: Update blank entries in birth certificate
The
Manila Civil Registry reminds everyone to be alert in fixing their
documents such as birth certificates.
Aug 31, 2014
Citizen Services
Need a Birth Certificate? Want
a Passport - Seaman's Book - Visa or ??? Citizen
Services allows for convenient access to various
government services from the DFA, NSO and POEA
Many good informations and
more links
MasterCitizen's Blog
A blogsite where the common citizen can find facts and guides.
Barangay Clearance or Certificate of Residency
one the Philippine government issued identification
documents needed for many important business, job, or personal
transactions. You might need it for the following reasons:
Barangay Clearance is required when you apply a job/employment.
It's one of the documents required when you apply or open a bank
account.
It's required for business establishment.
It's required for other business or financial transactions such as
lending, loan or financing.
It's required mainly to certify that you are living or residing in a
certain barangay.
And it's required for any other important transactions...
New designs for driver's license cards out in August 2015
Ipinasilip ng LTO ang bagong disenyo ng drivers license card na i-isyu
simula sa Agosto. Inaasahan ng ahensya na mapupunan ng bagong supplier
ang higit sa kalahating milyong hindi pa nabibigyan ng bagong lisensya.
Jul 8, 2015
Driving in the Philippines with a Foreign Driver License Foreigners may drive for 90 days with an International Driving License, IDL or a
valid license from countries reciprocating with the Philippines. After which a
Philippine Drivers License is required and may be obtained at the Land
Transportation office, LTO.
PHILIPPINE INTERNATIONAL DRIVING PERMIT (PIDP)
Before hitting the road abroad, make sure that you have a Philippine
International Driving Permit (PIDP) to enjoy driving privileges in more than one
hundred countries all over the world.
Do you know how to apply for a driver's license?
Aika Rey August 21, 2016 Here's how
to properly apply for a driver's license in the Philippines and avoid 'fixers'
that help breed corruption
Automation in licensing can help screen responsible drivers
April 21, 2017
Former LTO spokesperson Jason Salvador says removing the discretionary factor
among employees screening applicants can help ensure that only those fit to
drive are issued licenses.
Recovering a confiscated driver's license
February 08, 2018
Be careful what you wish for
Road safety advocate Vincent Lazatin finds himself on the receiving end of
traffic enforcement – his driver's license gets confiscated!
Join Vincent as he takes us through the steps he took to retrieve his license
from the Mandaluyong City Hall.
What to expect in LTO's practical driving exam
Kimiko Sy August 24, 2017
To get a driver's license, applicants must pass both the written examination and
the practical driving exam. The exam seeks to filter and guarantee responsible
drivers on the road. Are the practical exams effective enough?
Applying for a license can take more or less one whole day. Applicants start
with taking the written examination.
CHURCH RECORD CHANGES AND RECONSTRUCTION
The Chancery Department of the Roman Catholic
Archbishop of Manila is the Secretariat of the diocese. One of its
functions is to receive documents and authorize changes and corrections
in the registers of baptism, confirmation and marriage.
Philippine Legal Forms is the site to find the basic formats of
standard and frequently used
legal forms, contracts and agreements
All Philippine legal forms and contracts on this website are free
for site visitors to copy and revise for single use.
International Organization for Migration -
Philippines
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