Aquino joins Filipinos in celebrating the victory of the Philippine Azkals against Sri Lanka
President Benigno S. Aquino III has joined millions of Filipinos in celebrating the victory of the Philippine Azkals against Sri Lanka at the Rizal Memorial Stadium in Manila on Sunday.
“The entire nation was thrilled by the victory of our very own Philippine Azkals. I join our people in celebrating their 5-1 aggregate win over Sri Lanka. Truly, there is no place like home, as those gathered at the Rizal Memorial and who gathered before their TV sets today (Sunday) experienced,” the Chief Executive in a statement posted at the Official Gazette on Sunday.
The President said the victory allowed the Azkals team to move on to the next round of the World Cup Qualifiers.
“To the Philippine Azkals, may the teamwork you displayed today on both sides of the pitch lead to more than just future victories; may you continue to inspire our youth to pursue teamwork, and the true spirit of sportsmanship that, win or lose, inspires excellence on and off the field—for if the Filipino people can work together, and if we can make the most of our inherent creativity and skill, then our victories as a country can extend far beyond the football pitch,” the President said.
He urged them to continue to bring our countrymen together and give them even more things to be proud of and wished them the best of luck against Kuwait!. (PCOO)
Aquino swears-in Mar Roxas as DOTC Secretary
President Benigno S. Aquino III formally swore in former Senator Mar Roxas as Secretary of the Department of Transportation and Communications in simple ceremonies held in Malacañang Monday.
The President had earlier announced the appointment of Roxas to replace former Secretary Jose de Jesus who resigned last June 30.
In an interview, Roxas said he was thankful for the trust and confidence of President Aquino in appointing him as top dog of the DoTC, adding that he would do his best in order to repay the President’s trust.
He cited one of the President’s marching orders to him was to review the “problematic contracts” that smacked of irregularities and would not benefit Filipinos in any way.
“Ang utos ng Pangulo ay ayusin ang mga problematic na kontrata sa DoTC at ito naman ang gagawin ko,” Roxas said.
According to Roxas, his program of work at the DoTC would include: ensuring safe, affordable and reliable service expected by the people; reviewing “problematic contracts;” interconnecting the Philippine archipelago; ensuring the cohesiveness or coherence of a national transport network; and, cleaning up the procurement system in the agency.
Aside from Roxas, three other government officials took their oaths of office before the President, namely, Amando Tetangco as Central Bank Governor and Felipe Medalla and Alfredo Antonio as members of the Monetary Board. (PCOO)
Government signs peace pact with Cordillera Liberation Army
President Benigno S. Aquino III underscored the concerted efforts of the government and the people of Cordillera in attaining peace and progress in the region as envisioned by his mother, the late former President Corazon C. Aquino.
In his speech following the signing of a Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) between the government and the Cordillera Bodong Administration-Cordillera Peoples Liberation Army (CBA-CPLA) entitled Towards the CPLA’s Final Disposition of Arms and Forces and its Transformation into a Potent Socio-Economic Unarmed Force, President Aquino acknowledged the efforts from both parties to attain peace in the region.
“Sa araw pong ito, humahakbang tayo tungo sa katuparan ng isa sa mga pangunahing mithiin ng aking ina, ang makamit ang pambansang kapayapaan at pagkakaisa,” the President said.
“Mula sa pagiging ilaw ng tahanan hanggang sa kanyang panunungkulan bilang pangulo ng bansa, mula sa kanyang pagiging isang simpleng sibilyan hanggang sa kanyang huling hantungan, tangan ng aking ina ang liwanag ng kapayapaan na siya niyang ipinamana sa sambayanang Pilipino,” he added.
The Chief Executive said that one of the concrete accomplishments of his mother was the signing of the Mt. Data Peace Accord between the two parties, 25 years ago.
“Isa na marahil sa mga kongkretong hakbang na naganap sa kanyang panunungkulan ay ang paglalagda sa Mt. Data Peace Accord noong Setyembre 1986 o pitong buwan lamang matapos ang Edsa Revolution… ito po ang kasunduang nagtapos sa hidwaan at karahasan sa pagitan ng gobyerno at ng Cordillera Peoples Liberation Army na nagsimula pa noong panahon ng rehimeng Marcos,” President Aquino noted.
The President further said that the signing of the peace pact signals the end of over two decades of armed struggle in the Cordilleras.
“Sa araw na ito nasaksihan natin ang paglalagda ng isang mapayapang kasunduan sa pagitan ng gobyerno at ng Cordillera Bodong Administration-CPLA… ito na po ang huling hakbang na magtutuldok sa wakas sa humigit kumulang 25 taong peace process,” the President said.
President Aquino thanked the concerned groups for taking painstaking efforts during the peace negotiations that resulted to attaining the much-wanted peace in the region.
He urged the people of the Cordilleras to continue cooperating with the government in maintaining peace and order in their area as he challenged them to take their part towards quietude and progress.
“Kaya namin kayong tulungan, dadamayan namin kayo sa bawat hakbang pero sa dulo po noon kayo naman po talaga ang aasahan namin para may mangyari po sa Cordillera, siguro naman po talagang mapapabilis natin ang pagbabago sa susunod na dalawang taon,” the President said.
The MOA stipulates that the government and the CBA-CPLA will work together for peace and development in Cordillera.
It also lays down the following components that will contribute to the final disposition of arms and forces of the CPLA and their transformation from an armed group into a socio-economic force in the region: economic integration and livelihood support for CPLA members, development of communities with CBA-CPLA presence, inter-municipal and inter-barangay economic development, documentation of the CBA-CPLA struggle and the transformation of the CBA-CPLA into a legal entity for socio-economic development.
Other further significant features in the agreement include the creation of the joint committee that will oversee the management, operation and utilization of resources in the implementation of development projects; monitoring, evaluation and transparency measures are in place to check progress of the accord; and a grievance mechanism as well as a mediation and conciliation system.
Presidential Adviser for the Peace Process Secretary Teresita Quintos-Deles signed the agreement for the government while CBA president Marcelina Bahatan and CPLA chairman Arsenio Humiding inked the pact for the CBA-CPLA side.
To symbolize commitment to the pact, the agreeing parties exchanged tokens. The CBA-CPLA handed over to the President a hand-woven traditional G-string ensemble while in return, President Aquino gave a capiz sculpture of the symbol that marks the Aquino administration’s vision of peace and development for the country and the Filipino people. (PCOO)
Aquino vows to continue to help beneficiaries of Pantawid Pamilyang Pilipino Program
President Benigno S. Aquino III assured the beneficiaries of the Pantawid Pamilyang Pilipino Program (4Ps) that the government will continue to help and assist them until they will be able to survive from poverty.
Speaking at the culmination of the two-day National Forum of Parent Leaders of the Pantawid Pamilya this Monday at Malacanang’s Heroes Hall, the Chief Executive said the government will continue to implement the distribution of conditional cash transfer (CCT) under the 4Ps to identified indigent families nationwide.
“Hindi tayo titigil sa pagsagip sa mga katulad ni Tatah,” the President said pointing to Sharon Hassan Dabbang, a mother of five, and currently residing at Barangay Bangkal, Patikul, Sulu, who was presented by Social Welfare Secretary Corazon Juliano-Soliman as the 2 millionth beneficiary of 4Ps.
During the program, the President witnessed Sharon, or fondly called “Tatah," when she signed the oath of commitment together with Secretary Soliman, as the two millionth beneficiary registered into the program.
“Si Tatah ang ika-2 million na narehistro sa 4Ps na mabibigyan ng suportang pinansiyal para makaahon sa kahirapan. Sa September (2011) ay makatatanggap na siya ng cash grant mula sa programa,” the President stressed.
He also announced that by 2012 an additional 700,000 beneficiaries will be added to the existing 2 million members of the 4Ps.
The thanked the beneficiaries particularly the 95 parent leaders from the 79 provinces present in the national forum for their strong commitment to abide by the rules and regulations under the CCT program.
“Salamat sa mga benepisyaryo natin na itinutupad ang ating kasunduan sa CCT. Patunay po kayo na sa maayos na pamamalakad hindi kailangang manindak o mag under the table para pumanig sa atin ang nais nating resulta,” he said.
“Patuloy naman pong tutumbasan ng gobyerno ang inyong katapatan, patuloy pang pinapatatag ng DSWD ang mga programang tunay na nagseserbisyo sa mga Pilipino upang bigyang kakayahan ang mga maralita nating kababayan na makibahagi sa mga solusyon sa kanilang mga problema,” he added.
To further improve the program, the President directed Secretary Soliman to coordinate with concerned agencies such as the Department of Health, the National Anti-Poverty Commission, and the Department of Education in ensuring the smooth and effective implementation of CCT and 4Ps in far-flung communities.
Apart from 4Ps, the other anti-poverty programs of the DSWD that directly help and assist indigent families in the countryside are the Kapit-Bisig Laban sa Kahirapan-Comprehensive and Integrated Delivery of Social Services (KALAHI-CIDSS) and the Self Employment Assistance-Kaunlaran (SEA-K).
Also present during the forum were Secretary Armin Luistro of the DepEd, Secretary Enrique Ona of the DOH; Joel Rocamora, national convenor of the NAPC and Presidential Spokesperson Edwin Lacierda. (PCOO)
President Benigno S. Aquino III has joined millions of Filipinos in celebrating the victory of the Philippine Azkals against Sri Lanka at the Rizal Memorial Stadium in Manila on Sunday.
“The entire nation was thrilled by the victory of our very own Philippine Azkals. I join our people in celebrating their 5-1 aggregate win over Sri Lanka. Truly, there is no place like home, as those gathered at the Rizal Memorial and who gathered before their TV sets today (Sunday) experienced,” the Chief Executive in a statement posted at the Official Gazette on Sunday.
The President said the victory allowed the Azkals team to move on to the next round of the World Cup Qualifiers.
“To the Philippine Azkals, may the teamwork you displayed today on both sides of the pitch lead to more than just future victories; may you continue to inspire our youth to pursue teamwork, and the true spirit of sportsmanship that, win or lose, inspires excellence on and off the field—for if the Filipino people can work together, and if we can make the most of our inherent creativity and skill, then our victories as a country can extend far beyond the football pitch,” the President said.
He urged them to continue to bring our countrymen together and give them even more things to be proud of and wished them the best of luck against Kuwait!. (PCOO)
Aquino swears-in Mar Roxas as DOTC Secretary
President Benigno S. Aquino III formally swore in former Senator Mar Roxas as Secretary of the Department of Transportation and Communications in simple ceremonies held in Malacañang Monday.
The President had earlier announced the appointment of Roxas to replace former Secretary Jose de Jesus who resigned last June 30.
In an interview, Roxas said he was thankful for the trust and confidence of President Aquino in appointing him as top dog of the DoTC, adding that he would do his best in order to repay the President’s trust.
He cited one of the President’s marching orders to him was to review the “problematic contracts” that smacked of irregularities and would not benefit Filipinos in any way.
“Ang utos ng Pangulo ay ayusin ang mga problematic na kontrata sa DoTC at ito naman ang gagawin ko,” Roxas said.
According to Roxas, his program of work at the DoTC would include: ensuring safe, affordable and reliable service expected by the people; reviewing “problematic contracts;” interconnecting the Philippine archipelago; ensuring the cohesiveness or coherence of a national transport network; and, cleaning up the procurement system in the agency.
Aside from Roxas, three other government officials took their oaths of office before the President, namely, Amando Tetangco as Central Bank Governor and Felipe Medalla and Alfredo Antonio as members of the Monetary Board. (PCOO)
Government signs peace pact with Cordillera Liberation Army
President Benigno S. Aquino III underscored the concerted efforts of the government and the people of Cordillera in attaining peace and progress in the region as envisioned by his mother, the late former President Corazon C. Aquino.
In his speech following the signing of a Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) between the government and the Cordillera Bodong Administration-Cordillera Peoples Liberation Army (CBA-CPLA) entitled Towards the CPLA’s Final Disposition of Arms and Forces and its Transformation into a Potent Socio-Economic Unarmed Force, President Aquino acknowledged the efforts from both parties to attain peace in the region.
“Sa araw pong ito, humahakbang tayo tungo sa katuparan ng isa sa mga pangunahing mithiin ng aking ina, ang makamit ang pambansang kapayapaan at pagkakaisa,” the President said.
“Mula sa pagiging ilaw ng tahanan hanggang sa kanyang panunungkulan bilang pangulo ng bansa, mula sa kanyang pagiging isang simpleng sibilyan hanggang sa kanyang huling hantungan, tangan ng aking ina ang liwanag ng kapayapaan na siya niyang ipinamana sa sambayanang Pilipino,” he added.
The Chief Executive said that one of the concrete accomplishments of his mother was the signing of the Mt. Data Peace Accord between the two parties, 25 years ago.
“Isa na marahil sa mga kongkretong hakbang na naganap sa kanyang panunungkulan ay ang paglalagda sa Mt. Data Peace Accord noong Setyembre 1986 o pitong buwan lamang matapos ang Edsa Revolution… ito po ang kasunduang nagtapos sa hidwaan at karahasan sa pagitan ng gobyerno at ng Cordillera Peoples Liberation Army na nagsimula pa noong panahon ng rehimeng Marcos,” President Aquino noted.
The President further said that the signing of the peace pact signals the end of over two decades of armed struggle in the Cordilleras.
“Sa araw na ito nasaksihan natin ang paglalagda ng isang mapayapang kasunduan sa pagitan ng gobyerno at ng Cordillera Bodong Administration-CPLA… ito na po ang huling hakbang na magtutuldok sa wakas sa humigit kumulang 25 taong peace process,” the President said.
President Aquino thanked the concerned groups for taking painstaking efforts during the peace negotiations that resulted to attaining the much-wanted peace in the region.
He urged the people of the Cordilleras to continue cooperating with the government in maintaining peace and order in their area as he challenged them to take their part towards quietude and progress.
“Kaya namin kayong tulungan, dadamayan namin kayo sa bawat hakbang pero sa dulo po noon kayo naman po talaga ang aasahan namin para may mangyari po sa Cordillera, siguro naman po talagang mapapabilis natin ang pagbabago sa susunod na dalawang taon,” the President said.
The MOA stipulates that the government and the CBA-CPLA will work together for peace and development in Cordillera.
It also lays down the following components that will contribute to the final disposition of arms and forces of the CPLA and their transformation from an armed group into a socio-economic force in the region: economic integration and livelihood support for CPLA members, development of communities with CBA-CPLA presence, inter-municipal and inter-barangay economic development, documentation of the CBA-CPLA struggle and the transformation of the CBA-CPLA into a legal entity for socio-economic development.
Other further significant features in the agreement include the creation of the joint committee that will oversee the management, operation and utilization of resources in the implementation of development projects; monitoring, evaluation and transparency measures are in place to check progress of the accord; and a grievance mechanism as well as a mediation and conciliation system.
Presidential Adviser for the Peace Process Secretary Teresita Quintos-Deles signed the agreement for the government while CBA president Marcelina Bahatan and CPLA chairman Arsenio Humiding inked the pact for the CBA-CPLA side.
To symbolize commitment to the pact, the agreeing parties exchanged tokens. The CBA-CPLA handed over to the President a hand-woven traditional G-string ensemble while in return, President Aquino gave a capiz sculpture of the symbol that marks the Aquino administration’s vision of peace and development for the country and the Filipino people. (PCOO)
Aquino vows to continue to help beneficiaries of Pantawid Pamilyang Pilipino Program
President Benigno S. Aquino III assured the beneficiaries of the Pantawid Pamilyang Pilipino Program (4Ps) that the government will continue to help and assist them until they will be able to survive from poverty.
Speaking at the culmination of the two-day National Forum of Parent Leaders of the Pantawid Pamilya this Monday at Malacanang’s Heroes Hall, the Chief Executive said the government will continue to implement the distribution of conditional cash transfer (CCT) under the 4Ps to identified indigent families nationwide.
“Hindi tayo titigil sa pagsagip sa mga katulad ni Tatah,” the President said pointing to Sharon Hassan Dabbang, a mother of five, and currently residing at Barangay Bangkal, Patikul, Sulu, who was presented by Social Welfare Secretary Corazon Juliano-Soliman as the 2 millionth beneficiary of 4Ps.
During the program, the President witnessed Sharon, or fondly called “Tatah," when she signed the oath of commitment together with Secretary Soliman, as the two millionth beneficiary registered into the program.
“Si Tatah ang ika-2 million na narehistro sa 4Ps na mabibigyan ng suportang pinansiyal para makaahon sa kahirapan. Sa September (2011) ay makatatanggap na siya ng cash grant mula sa programa,” the President stressed.
He also announced that by 2012 an additional 700,000 beneficiaries will be added to the existing 2 million members of the 4Ps.
The thanked the beneficiaries particularly the 95 parent leaders from the 79 provinces present in the national forum for their strong commitment to abide by the rules and regulations under the CCT program.
“Salamat sa mga benepisyaryo natin na itinutupad ang ating kasunduan sa CCT. Patunay po kayo na sa maayos na pamamalakad hindi kailangang manindak o mag under the table para pumanig sa atin ang nais nating resulta,” he said.
“Patuloy naman pong tutumbasan ng gobyerno ang inyong katapatan, patuloy pang pinapatatag ng DSWD ang mga programang tunay na nagseserbisyo sa mga Pilipino upang bigyang kakayahan ang mga maralita nating kababayan na makibahagi sa mga solusyon sa kanilang mga problema,” he added.
To further improve the program, the President directed Secretary Soliman to coordinate with concerned agencies such as the Department of Health, the National Anti-Poverty Commission, and the Department of Education in ensuring the smooth and effective implementation of CCT and 4Ps in far-flung communities.
Apart from 4Ps, the other anti-poverty programs of the DSWD that directly help and assist indigent families in the countryside are the Kapit-Bisig Laban sa Kahirapan-Comprehensive and Integrated Delivery of Social Services (KALAHI-CIDSS) and the Self Employment Assistance-Kaunlaran (SEA-K).
Also present during the forum were Secretary Armin Luistro of the DepEd, Secretary Enrique Ona of the DOH; Joel Rocamora, national convenor of the NAPC and Presidential Spokesperson Edwin Lacierda. (PCOO)
