House Speaker Martin Romualdez.  PHOTO BY J. GERARD SEGUIA

House Speaker Martin Romualdez Convenes High-Level Meet on Floods

Learn more about the high-level meeting convened by House Speaker Martin Romualdez to discuss flood preparation and mitigation strategies in anticipation of the upcoming La Niña episode. The meeting aims to integrate infrastructure development, environmental management, and community-based approaches to form a comprehensive flood mitigation framework. Read more about the insights and priorities discussed during the meeting.

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SSS President and Chief Executive Officer Rolando Ledesma Macasaet

SSS Vows Social Security Protection for Seafarers

Learn more about the Social Security System’s commitment to providing social security coverage for Filipino seafarers and maritime professionals through the Maritime Industry Tripartite Council (MITC). Discover the benefits and financial aid available, as well as the requirements for qualifying for a lifetime monthly pension upon retirement. Support the welfare and protection of seafarers by becoming an SSS member.

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Department of Foreign Affairs

Title: DFA Launches Investigation into Diplomats’ Illegal Activities and Upholding International Law Summary: The Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) initiates a comprehensive investigation into reports of illegal activities by diplomatic officials. Emphasizing the importance of upholding international law, the DFA calls on all diplomats to respect the laws of the host country and refrain from interfering in internal affairs. Tensions escalate as the Chinese embassy releases a transcript of a contentious telephone conversation, further underlining the significance of the investigation.

Learn more about the DFA’s investigation into diplomats’ illegal activities and the importance of upholding international law. Supportive statements from the DFA and the Chinese embassy are discussed.

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