PHL Navy: BRP Gregorio Velasquez capable of surveying Benham Rise 

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Mar 252017
 
PHL Navy: BRP Gregorio Velasquez capable of surveying Benham Rise 

Elite Navy unit during the Miss Universe Pagent activities when the Philippine Navy deployed its elite unit – Naval Special Operations Group – to provide security to Miss Universe candidates on board M/V Happy Life which brougth them to Batangas for a pictorial on Thursday (Jan. 19, 2017). (PNA photo by Joey O. Razon) MANILA, March 21 (PNA) – The Philippine Navy (PN) is ready to deploy its sole survey and hydrographic ship, the BRP Gregorio Velasquez (AGR-702), if ordered to survey Benham Rise. The statement was made by Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) public affairs office chief, Col. Edgard Arevalo, when asked what assets could the military field should President Rodrigo Duterte and Defense Secretary Delfin Lorenzana formalize the order calling for the mapping of the 13-million-hectare Benham Rise, which the UN Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS) confirmed as part of the Philippines’ continental shelf in 2012. “In most probability, the BRP Gregorio Velasquez will be the one to be deployed,” Arevalo said in an interview with the Philippine News Agency (PNA) Tuesday. Arevalo said the ship is the Navy’s sole asset capable of conducting oceanagraphic and hydrographic survey. The BRP Gregorio Velasquez (formerly the R/V Melville) was one of two former American ships pledged by then president Barack Obama during his visit to the Philippines during the APEC Leaders Summit in November 2015. The other ship was the USCGC Boutwell, which has been renamed to BRP Andres Bonifacio (FF-17), the third Hamilton-class cutter in Read More …

MMDA intensifies road clearing ops

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Mar 252017
 
MMDA intensifies road clearing ops

Photo shows the Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA) cruising along Pasig River with routes from Pinagbuhatan in Pasig City to Intramuros in the City of Manila and vice-versa. (MNS photo) MANILA, March 22 (PNA) –The Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA) has towed more than 3,000 vehicles since January this year, as it intensified its campaign on clearing of road obstructions and illegally parked vehicles in Metro Manila. The agency has towed a total of 3,128 illegally parked vehicles in roads across the metropolis or an average of 53 vehicles daily, according to its Traffic Discipline Office. Meanwhile, 3,128 vehicles were apprehended and towed for the first two months of the year. MMDA General Manager Thomas Orbos said many motorists have no proper garage or adequate parking space for their vehicles as manifested by the large number of towed units. He said road obstructions are one of the reasons of traffic congestion in the metropolis. Data from the MMDA showed that a total of 14,222 vehicles were towed last year, significantly increasing from 1,881 impounded illegally parked vehicles in 2012. The MMDA Anti-Illegal Parking and Sidewalk Clearing Operations have been relentless in clearing illegally parked vehicles obstructing the streets in Metro Manila particularly the Mabuhay Lanes which serve as alternate routes to EDSA.

Myanmar urged to support PHL-led initiatives for ASEAN

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Mar 252017
 
Myanmar urged to support PHL-led initiatives for ASEAN

President Rodrigo Roa Duterte and Myanmar President U Htin Kiaw witness the signing of Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between Agriculture Secretary Emmanuel Piñol and Myanmar Minister of Agricultural, Livestock and Irrigation Dr. Aung Thu during a ceremony at the Presidential Palace in Nay Pyi Taw, Myanmar on March 20, 2017. The MOU is intended to strengthen both countries’ food security and agriculture cooperation. (Photo by Toto Lozano)(PPD Malacanang) MANILA, March 22 (PNA) – The Philippines has asked Myanmar to support its agenda for ASEAN, as the country chairs the summit this year,Trade Secretary Ramon Lopez told reporters Wednesday. Lopez has joined President Rodrigo Duterte in his visit to Myanmar early this week. “Of course, as chair of ASEAN, the Philippines consistently sought Myanmar’s support for the region’s deliverables this year, touching on increasing trade and investment, integrating MSMEs (micro, small, and medium enterprises) into the global value chain, and promoting an innovation-driven economy,” he said. During the ASEAN Economic Ministers (AEM) Retreat and Related Meetings held in Manila, the Philippines has pushed for initiatives such as self-certification scheme for MSMEs; action agenda on investment, inclusive business, and women and youth entrepreneurship; endorsement of ASEAN Declaration on Innovation; ASEAN Roll-on Roll-off Network; endorsement of the ASEAN Trade in Services Agreement; and conclusion of the text of the Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership. Myanmar’s Planning and Finance Deputy Minister Maung Maung Win attended the AEM meeting early this month. In a bilateral level, the two ASEAN member states have agreed to strengthen ties Read More …

Duterte completes ASEAN visits

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Mar 252017
 
Duterte completes ASEAN visits

Pres. Duterte, PHL delegation hold plenary meeting with top Thai officials: President Rodrigo Roa Duterte and members of his delegation hold a plenary meeting with top government officials of Thailand led by Prime Minister General Prayuth Chan-o-chan at the Thai Koo Fah Building in Bangkok, Thailand on Tuesday (March 21, 2017). (Photo by King Rodriguez/PPD Malacanang) BANGKOK, Thailand, March 22 (PNA) – Foreign Affairs Acting Secretary Enrique Manalo praised the completed ASEAN visits of President Rodrigo Roa Duterte by emphasizing the importance of agreements between countries, including a framework on code of conduct, to promote cooperation, stability, and sustainability during a press briefing held Wednesday at the Mandarin Oriental. “The purpose of the Code is to see how we can manage disputes carefully, not to raise tensions, not to escalate tensions,” Manalo said. The details of the framework will be under continuing negotiations and discussions, to be based on the “key principles of mutual respect and mutual benefit.” Manalo summarized the positive results of President Duterte’s official visits to Myanmar and Thailand, which caps the ASEAN-wide introductory visits he has made since assuming office in July 2016. Joining Manalo in the panel were Trade Secretary Ramon Lopez, Tourism Secretary Wanda Corazon Teo, Executive Director Arnel del Barrio of the Philippine Carabao Center of the Department of Agriculture, Sen. Allan Peter Cayetano and Communications Secretary Martin Andanar who led the briefing. The meetings in Myanmar with President U Htin Kyaw and other officials such as State Counselor Daw Aung San Suu Read More …

Why Lea may start refusing photo requests from fans

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Mar 252017
 
Why Lea may start refusing photo requests from fans

Lea Salonga MANILA, Mar 21 (Mabuhay) –Lea Salonga may just start refusing photo requests from her fans. The “The Voice of the Philippines” coach made this statement in a series of posts on Twitter Monday as she narrated how some of her fans made her daughter Nicole cry. “Let me get this off my chest. There were some fans who yesterday approached my daughter. Afterwards she ran back to me in tears, scared,” she wrote. Salonga said she always tries to be accommodating to her supporters “but when you mess with my kid and make her cry, you’ve messed with me. And you do not want to see me angry.” Because of what happened, Salonga said she would not blame her daughter if she develops hatred for fans. “On behalf of all artists, please respect our personal space and boundaries. I may have to start refusing photo requests from fans now. Thanks a lot, you guys. I hope you’re proud of what you’ve done,” she said. Nicole is Salonga’s only child with husband Robert Chien.

Ai Ai wins best actress at Queens World Film Festival

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Mar 252017
 
Ai Ai wins best actress at Queens World Film Festival

AiAi Delas Alas MANILA, Mar 21 (Mabuhay) — Comedienne Ai Ai Delas Alas added another feather to her cap as she won the best actress award in this year’s Queens World Film Festival in New York City. On Sunday, Delas Alas was declared Best Female Actor – Narrative Feature for her portrayal as an aging prostitute in the indie film “Area,” besting Karin Hanczewski, Dorothea Hagena and Amy Redford, daughter of actor Robert Redford. Delas Alas took to social media to express her happiness over her latest achievement. She dedicated her award to her children and her boyfriend, Gerald Sibayan. “Kayo ang inspirasyon kong maging mahusay sa trabaho ko,” she wrote. (MNS)

Will Arci fall for Daniel Matsunaga?

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Mar 252017
 
Will Arci fall for Daniel Matsunaga?

Arci Munoz Arci Munoz shrugged off the idea of possibly falling for Daniel Matsunaga, who was her training partner in an aerial dance number during the pilot weekend of the ABS-CBN talent show “I Can Do That.” Following their winning routine that weekend, Munoz and Matsunaga immediately gained a following which dubbed their team with the moniker “Darci.” Munoz, however, stressed that her relationship with Matsunaga is purely professional and “for show” only. “Meron kaming kontrata na pinirmahan. May kontrata kami na hindi kami puwede pumasok sa isang relasyon starting nung March 10. Kailangan six months kaming single. Apat kaming pumirma doon. Kasama po si Dandan. Kaya hindi po kami puwede talaga,” she said. Munoz recently broke up with local rock artist Badi del Rosario, the son of Brunei’s Prince Jefri Bolkiah, while Matsunaga was previously in a relationship with Erich Gonzales. While she appreciates the supporters of her tandem with Matsunaga, Munoz said she is not yet ready to love again just yet. “Siguro sign ni God din ito na dapat mag-concentrate muna ako sa mas importanteng mga bagay. Hindi pa muna ako ready,” she said. Munoz also has something to say to those who think she is just using her breakup with del Rosario to create noise because she has a new show. “Wala akong pakialam sa kanila. Hindi ako nagbabasa ng mga comments. I’m going to live my life the way I want to,” she said. (MNS)

Sarah G as Darna? Here’s what she has to say

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Mar 252017
 
Sarah G as Darna? Here’s what she has to say

Sarah Geronimo Now that Angel Locsin won’t be playing the Filipino superhero Darna in the much-awaited movie from director Erik Matti, the hunt is on for the next actress to don the iconic red-and-gold costume. Fans of Sarah Geronimo, for one, are eager to see their idol in the role. But the singer-actress just gave out a hearty laugh when asked about playing Darna. “Eh ‘di wow! Gusto ninyo bang makakita ng Darna na naka-jumpsuit?” she quipped. Geronimo believes something else is meant for her and the much-talked about role is not one of them. “Hindi po totoo ‘yan. Popsters lang ang may gusto niyan,” she said, referring to her fans. Meanwhile, Geronimo admitted feeling anxious as she and her fellow coaches gear up for the blind auditions of “The Voice Teens.” “Mag-start na po kami mag-taping. Kinakabahan ako. Challenge po kasi talaga sa akin umupo sa red chair na ‘yun. Pero I promised to myself na mag-e-enjoy ako this time. Ayaw ko to put so much pressure on myself,” she said. “Iba pa rin talaga [ang pressure sa coach]. Kasi kami ang nagde-decide who stays sa competition. Mahirap [hind imaging emotionally involved] pero I will do my best,” she added. As a returning coach, Geronimo’s only goal is to be instrumental in the journey of an aspiring talented artist.(MNS)

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