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THE outgoing city council holds its farewell session yesterday. In its term, it passed 3,565 resolutions and 976 ordinances. BING GONZALES
Worsening situation
• Sara tells Baste: Focus on economic challenges BY RHODA GRACE B. SARON AND CARMELITO Q. FRANCISCO
VICE PRESIDENT-elect Sara Duterte has cautioned the incoming mayor of the city, younger brother Sebastian, of the worsening economic situation brought about by the impact of the war between Russia and Ukraine. “(The situation is) peculiar to her brother who ment-run Davao City Dischallenging as the hardship has “witnessed politics” aster Radio Monday, she will worsen because of the growing up. said the city government effect of the war in Russia In the last episode of under him must push for and Ukraine,” said Sarae, the special hour of the “what makes us competiadding that the situation is mayor at the city govern- tive in the entire country
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as a city (we) hope that it is also what he will give attention to.” Sara made the comment just about an hour before her brother took his oath of office. Among the key programs that she hopes her
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brother should focus on should be infrastructure, how to jumpstart the economy and governance. Sara, the second child of President Rodrigo Duterte with Elizabeth Zimmerman, said the constituents of the city want “a (
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MAYOR-elect Sebastian Duterte is joined by President Rodrigo Duterte, Vice President-elect Sara Duterte and other members of his family during his oath-taking ceremony inside the city council session hall Monday. BING
Baste vows to hasten completion of HPBS
DAVAO CITY (MindaNews) – Incoming Davao City Mayor Sebastian “Baste” Duterte said the local government will double its efforts to hasten the completion and implementation of the High Priority Bus System (HPBS). In his inaugural speech He said the preparation Sara Duterte, for initiating at the City Hall of Davao for the HPBS is now in “full the HPBS project during on Monday, the 34-year- swing. her term as the local chief old Duterte assured DaHe said that the Da- executive. bawenyos of a modern and bawenyos would soon The vice presidentefficient transport system enjoy a transport system elect said earlier that she with the HPBS, a transport that does not only provide would push for the implemodernization project that comfort but also promote mentation of the HPBS would replace the aging economic growth. under the administration jeepneys with modern busDuterte thanked his of President Ferdinand es and address the problem sister, outgoing mayor and “Bongbong” Marcos Jr. of traffic congestion. now Vice President-elect ( / BASTE / 10)
No untoward incident during oath-taking of incoming mayor THE Davao City Police Office (DCPO) reported that there was no untoward incident during the inauguration of local officials headed by Mayor-elect Sebastian “Baste” Duterte on Monday. Col. Alberto P. Lupaz, DCPO acting director, said the personnel of the office and other members of the security cluster of the
city made sure that all the necessary steps were taken during the inauguration as members of the First Family, led by President Rodrigo R. Duterte and Vice President-elect Sara Duterte, were in attendance. Lupaz thanked the members of the security cluster for ensuring the safe ( / NO / 10)
City, DavOr, 5 towns under Alert Level 1 BY RHODA GRACE B. SARON
THE CITY and some parts of the Davao Region will remain under Alert Level 1 starting on July 1 until July 15, the Inter-Agency Task
Force for the Management of Emerging Infectious Diseases announced. Aside from the city, other areas in the region
that areplaced under Alert Level 1 were the entire Davao Oriental, Padada in Davao del Sur, Mawab, (
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DOH: Covid-19 cases on the rise MANILA – The number of Covid-19 cases continue to increase across all regions with a national positivity rate of 4.1 percent but the average daily attack rate remains low, a health official said Tuesday. In an online media forum, Health Undersecretary Maria Rosario Vergeire said the current positivity rate is similar with the rate the country logged at the start of March this year. "Nationally, we have recorded 4,976 new cases
from June 21 to June 27. While we're under low risk classification, the cases continue to rise at 710 cases per day, 257 cases or 57 percent more than the previous week," she said. "There's nothing to worry about because we're still at less than one case per 100,000 population for our average daily attack rate." The National Capital Region (NCR) shows a steep increase in the number of Covid-19 cases which started in mid-May
and has an average of 350 cases per day. The rest of Luzon, NCR Plus areas, and the Visayas logged sharp increases in Covid-19 infections but their cases remain lower than 150 per day. Cases in Mindanao also showed continued increase in infections in the past days at 50 cases per day. "Based on the health status of those hospitalized, more than half remain asymptomatic and mild.
The number of severe and critical admissions at the national level remains less than 1,000 cases starting March or mid-March of 2022 despite continued slight increase in cases in the past days," Vergeire said. The severe and critical cases comprise at least 10.68 percent or 591 cases of the total hospital admissions and this remains lower than the 20 percent logged in January, she added. (PNA)
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SEC joins ANNA for more open, secure capital market THE Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has secured membership in the Association of National Numbering Agencies (ANNA) as a partner, in another push to make the Philippine capital market more accessible and transparent. ANNA confirmed the pines Securities and Exchange membership of the Com- Commission join ANNA at mission as a partner during this time when our memits 30th anniversary general ber organisation is growing, meeting, hosted by Euroclear and as international financial Bank SA/NV in Brussels, standards are continuing to befrom June 2 to 3. come ever more important to “ We a r e i n c r e d i b l y ensure global interoperability pleased to have the Philip- and transparency in the capital
markets,” ANNA Chairman Dan Kuhnel said. ANNA is a global member association seeking to foster standardization within the financial industry by promoting standard identifiers. Founded in 1992 by 22 numbering agencies, ANNA’s membership has grown to more than 120 global members and partners allocating ISIN, FISN and CFI codes on behalf of their local jurisdic-
tions. As an ANNA partner, the SEC will act as the national numbering agency for the Philippines. The Commission will be primarily responsible for the allocation of ISIN, Financial Instrument Short Name (FISN) and Classification of Financial Instruments (CFI) codes to all instruments in the market, including unlisted securities.
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Firm enables young professionals, Company names MSMEs to unlock financial goals 2 new partners
GCASH, the Philippines’ number one financial super app, is enabling young professionals and micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) to unlock their financial goals through the many accessible digital financial services it offers like savings, loans, insurance, and even investments. GCash recently shared that young professionals are becoming more independent, budget conscious, and open to trying simple ways to earn more while owners of MSMEs struggle to find accessible financing to expand their business and reach more customers. That’s why GCash has been ramping up its line-up of financial services to help individuals achieve financial freedom while giving micro to small entrepreneurs the lifeline they need to keep their business afloat or the additional funds to support their expansion. GCash has a slew of services which help users manage their wealth and gain financial security. For one, GSave, a digital savings ac-
count, offers a higher savings rate of up to 2.6% per annum than traditional banks, and that lets users access their money 24/7 anytime, anywhere. GInsure is a one-stop shop for insurance products that’s easy to understand, has a low premium but comprehensive coverage like personal accidents, medical services, car insurance, income loss, and even online shopping, bills, cars, and pets. The super app also enables individuals and MSMEs to have access to credit. GGives is an easy pay-later option that allows users to purchase gadgets, appliances, furniture and even plane tickets, among others worth up to P50,000 from 85,000 partner stores nationwide and pay for them later up to 24 gives over 12 months; and GLoan, which offers easy and fast cash loans up to P50,000 repayable up to 12 months with low interest rates and are suitable for digital entrepreneurs with growing online businesses. The mobile app can also help users manage their finances as it provides a real-
Great Deals, Lazada partner for faster shipping time PHILIPPINE e-commerce enabler Great Deals E-commerce Corporation announced that it has further enhanced its logistics efficiency with the launch of its fulfillment centers in the major cities of Cebu and Davao. The partnership with Lazada enables customers in Visayas and Mindanao to receive their parcels as fast as three days after placing an order. Previously, deliveries could take five to seven days, which has been one of the online shopping pain points along with costly shipping fees. The building of fulfillment centers in Cebu and Davao showcases Lazada and Great Deals’ advanced logistics, warehousing and fulfillment capabilities, pioneering hyperlocalization in terms of using nationwide geomapping technology in the country’s online shopping industry. “Lazada supercharged the way Filipinos shopped in Luzon, particularly in Metro
Manila, even at the height of the pandemic in 2020. Now, we want to help replicate and bring that to Visayas and Mindanao to reach a bigger portion of our Filipino consumers,” said Steve Sy, founder and CEO of Great Deals E-commerce Corp. This hyperlocalized strategy helps brands set themselves up in major locations to reach customers in nearby areas faster and more efficiently. It brings a better online shopping experience to Visayas and Mindanao by providing a seamless customer experience with a shorter delivery time and lower shipping fee costs. “Building these fulfillment centers is a testament to our commitment in providing a better customer experience. We are always looking to help our kababayans experience online shopping not only in the major cities but also in key urban or rural areas," Sy added. ‘Hyperlocalized’ online
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time record of their digital transactions which can be accessed 24/7 on their smartphone. Financial literacy and customer engagement through social media Aside from introducing various digital financial solutions, GCash is also maximizing the use of social media in its drive to educate and engage the youth on the benefits of using the app and learning more about its financial services. Users can find GCash’s educational content on YouTube, Facebook, TikTok, Twitter, Instagram where they can learn from financial and medical experts, inspirational celebrities and other so-
cial media influencers. These include tutorials, life-goal hacks, and personal stories. They also answer frequently asked questions on finances and discuss the advantages and disadvantages of certain financial products, offer tips to develop the right mindset and behaviors toward money to avoid financial mistakes. GSave’s Ipon Challenge also engages GCash users to post their Savings Tracker on Twitter to help show the ease and importance of saving for their future. Recently, GCash launched “Payaman Series”, video episodes of inspiring personal stories on how GCash ambassadors struggled
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MANILA - P&A Grant Thornton, one of the leading audit, tax, advisory, and outsourcing firms in the Philippines, has announced the admission to the Firm’s Partnership of Yusoph “Yu” A. Maute and Edcel U. Costales. They will both be joining the Partnership under the Audit and Assurance Practice Area effective July 1, 2022. A Certified Public Accountant, Yu has been in public accounting since he started his professional career with the Firm in 2011. He has extensive experience in the audit of local and multinational companies across various industries including bank-
ing and finance, gaming and leisure, power and other utilities, retail, leasing operations, stockbrokers and dealers in securities, business process outsourcing, healthcare and pharmaceuticals, logistics and non-stock, non-profit organizations. Yu regularly conducts seminars about the Firm’s audit methodology, as well as on International Financial Reporting Standards and has been part of the Audit and Assurance Quality Control team. Before being admitted to the Partnership, he was part of the Firm’s Risk Management Group and a Project Director of P&A for a Cause, a unit
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DTI-RAPID Growth project in DavNor to help over 1k residents, 200 smallholder farmers KAPALONG, Davao del Norte – The 2.7 kilometers farm-to-market road project here is expected to benefit at least a thousand residents and over 200 local smallholder farmers. The almost P47.4 million project, which is the very first FMR sub-project approved under the Rural AgroEnterprise Partnership for Inclusive Development Growth (RAPID Growth) project, stretches from New Agno, Mabantao (Purok Sampalok) to Mabuhay (Purok 6A) Capungagan in the municipality of Kapalong, The RAPID Growth is a business development initiative that is both market-driven and value chain-based, which the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) implements. This sub-project aims to provide infrastructure support to farming communities under the road influence areas consisting of Barangay Mabantao and Capungagan. The value chain identified in this sub-project is the cacao, in support of the Kapalong Cooperative’s cacao production and beans storage and receiving facility located right at the end of the proposed farm-to-market infrastructure. This FMR will provide more socio-economic benefits as more beans would be coming in and maximize the processing capacity which will translate to an increase
in sales of the cooperative and eventually increase the household income of smallholder farmers. Additionally, the production and trading of other crops such as corn, rice, banana, cash crops, and economic activities will also benefit from this subproject as this farmto-market road is considered to be the major channel of the municipality’s agricultural industry. The construction of the FMR is targeted for completion by March 2023. Trade Undersecretary for Regional Operations Group (ROG) Blesila A. Lantayona
noted that this project aims to link the smallholder farmers to the market and spur rural economic development to upscale the agricultural value chain. Lantayona, who led the groundbreaking ceremony on June 20, added that DTI is holistically providing support to the MSMEs and farmers. Hence, she extended her appreciation to the different partners, stakeholders, other agencies, and the local government unit (LGU) of Kapalong for being active and responsive to the project. Meanwhile, DTI 11 Regional Director Maria Belenda Q. Ambi disclosed that a total
of 1,670 residents, of which 263 are smallholder cacao farmers, will be provided with more opportunities once the project is completed. With the FMR in place, she said, the movement of goods and services from the area to the market would be easier and faster. “The smallholder cacao farmers are also beneficiaries of other initiatives, such as the support for rehabilitation and expansion to increase their cacao production. To make our interventions even more holistic, we are also preparing them for
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TRADE Undersecretary Blesila A. Lantayona (5th from left) leads the groundbreaking ceremony of the almost Php47.4 million farm-to-market road project in Davao del Norte. PR
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DOLE brings livelihood grants to Davao de Oro
IN LINE with its strategy to expedite post-pandemic recovery interventions for the informal sector and displaced workers in the region, the Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) XI awarded Php3,816,780.00 in sum worth of livelihood projects to its three (3) Accredited Co-Partners (ACPs) in Davao de Oro on June 21, 2022. The ACPs, namely North son P. Balais and DOLE- our partners and for considSkilled Workers Coopera- Davao de Oro Field Office ering the tedious process of tive, Pag-Asa Farmers Multi- (DOrFO) Chief Neil Allan R. registration. Your involvePurpose Cooperative, and Baban during the Summit on ment in today’s activity says San Isidro Nabunturan Multi- Strengthening the ACPs con- a lot about your capacity and Purpose Cooperative secured ducted by DOrFO at ComVal maturity in handling public grants through the DOLE Hotel, Nabunturan, Davao funds,” he added. Integrated Livelihood Pro- de Oro. One of the highlights of gram (DILP) to subsidize their The activity was intended the activity was the presentavarious livelihood projects to acknowledge the efforts tion of the Regional Award for that will benefit a total of 845 and reinforce the functions Best ACP-LGU to the Local members. of ACPs in delivering the Government Unit of MonAmong the identified programs and services of kayo, which was given during livelihood projects were the Department to the target the Kabuhayan Awards 2022 Abaca Spindle Machine, beneficiaries. A total of 27 conducted by the Bureau of Chicken Broiler Meat Produc- ACPs attended the activity of Workers with Special Concern tion, Chocolate Production, which 23 were cooperatives, (BWSC) on May 27, 2022 in Motor Spare Parts Trading & three (3) were associations, Malate, Manila. The award Vulcanizing, and Carenderia/ and a group of union. The aimed to commend the valuCatering Services. The last participants were presented able contribution of ACPs in three livelihood projects from with the overview and purpose the implementation of DOLE the aforementioned were fa- of ACP, re-orientation of its programs, particularly the cilitated through the initiatives roles and responsibilities, and DOLE Integrated Livelihood and efforts of PNP personnel a workshop on Organizational and Emergency Employment in Monkayo, Davao de Oro Strengthening and Manage- Program (DILEEP). The under the Revitalized Police ment. plaque of recognition was sa Barangay (RPSB) Program. In his message, DOrFO received by LGU Monkayo The checks were handed Chief Baban expressed his Public Employment Service to the representatives of the gratitude for the active par- Office (PESO) Manager Ms. ACPs by DOLE XI Asst. ticipation of ACPs in the Yelin D. Cornites. Regional Director Atty. Ja- activity. “Thank you for being Moreover, two (2) co-
operatives, namely BAPAPWOCO and MOBASCO, received their Federation of Family Welfare Stakeholders XI Lifetime Membership Certificate. On behalf of Regional Director Atty. Randolf C. Pensoy, ARD Balais thanked the DOrFO team for organizing the activity. He also stressed the important role of ACPs
in the implementation of the Department’s programs and services. “DOLE XI has been recognized several times for the efficient implementation of our programs and services. A big part of those accomplishments is the undertaking of our valued ACPs who are with us in every step of the way in pursuing our common goal of ensuring full, decent,
and productive employment for all Davaoeños.” ACPs are the workers' organizations, other non-profit people’s organizations and non-profit, non-government organizations that have passed the accreditation requirements of DOLE to become its program partners responsible for the direct delivery of services to the target beneficiary.
Pastel-colored kitchen buddies MAKE cooking a fun experience with dainty kitchen buddies. HelpGuide.org writes that “the simple process of cooking at home can be empowering and improve your mood.” To create a happy kitchen vibe, fill up your pantry with pastel-colored cookware and appliances. Be more inspired to cook at home with these delightful finds: 1. Pastel-colored appliances - Make your pantry pop with pastel-colored kitchen gadgets. Cook with the trusty and dainty kitchen gadgets like rice cooker, oven, blender, waffle maker, and electric kettle, which now come in dif-
ferent pastel colors. 2. Pastel-colored kitchen tools – Churn your cooking masterpiece using fancy yet food safe kitchen tools. Promise! You can count on those pastel-colored kitchen tools. 3. Pastel-colored plates and cutlery – Once you finished cooking or baking, serve it on cute, pastel-colored plates. Pair those up too with candy-colored cutlery for a delightful dining experience. For more pastel-colored finds, visit and shop at the SM Appliance Center, The SM Store, and Miniso at SM City Davao and SM Lanang Premier. Happy cooking!
National OFWs, travelers warned against human trafficking JUNE 29 & 30, 2022
MANILA – The Bureau of Immigration (BI) on Tuesday cautioned anew the public against trafficking syndicates who prey on children, women, and overseas workers bound for the Middle East and Gulf regions. “It is important that we do not take the issue of human trafficking lightly. This modern-day slavery is still very rampant, and it is happening both here and in other parts of the world,” Commissioner Jaime Morente said in a statement. He noted that human traffickers usually lure their
victims under the pretext of lucrative jobs overseas, without securing legal documentation. “As a result, those victims of human trafficking are led up to experience compensation issues, or worse -- mental and physical abuse abroad,” he added. This came following news abroad of Indian women who were illegally trafficked and were rescued from inhumane conditions in Kuwait. Meanwhile, BI Travel Control and Enforcement Unit (TCEU) head Timotea Barizo urged the public to remain
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vigilant against persons offering jobs in Middle Eastern countries where high-paying jobs are supposedly waiting for them. “Aspiring OFWs should practice caution and transact only with persons and agencies accredited by the government. If caught, those illegal recruiters and human traffickers are doomed to face imprisonment,” she said. In 2021, the BI has endorsed a total of 491 travelers to the Inter-Agency Council Against Trafficking (IACAT) as possible victims of human trafficking. (PNA)
Navy’s first 2 missile boats launched in Israel
MANILA – The Philippine Navy (PN)'s first two fastattack interdictor craft missiles (FAIC-M) were formally launched in Haifa, Israel last June 26. Navy spokesperson Commander Benjo Negranza, in a statement Tuesday, said ranking PN officials and future crew members of the FAIC named BRP Lolinato To-Ong, graced the launch. "Commodore Alfonso Torres Jr., Chairperson of the Pre-Delivery Inspection Team, and Commodore Roy Vincent Trinidad, Chairperson of the Project Management
Team of the FAIC Acquisition Project, led the PN delegates in witnessing the launch of the new ships held at the Israel Shipyards Limited port," he added. Torres, in his speech, also stressed Israel’s key role in the success of the Navy’s multipurpose assault craft (MPAC) program. He added that Israel paved the way for the FAICM acquisition project which includes a complete transfer of technology. Torres said this is a first of its kind in the country's defense cooperation history.
“This project enables the PN to make a 'leap-frog' approach in strengthening our littoral defense capability in the areas of warfare, sustainment, and technical knowledge,” he added. Also present during the launch were Eyal Califf, Director of Israel’s Ministry of Defense’s Directorate for International Defense Cooperation (IMOD-SIBAT) for Asia and the Pacific, Sammy Katsav, Chairman of the Board of Israel Shipyards, Ltd., and Ran Tavor, Director of Rafael Advanced Defense Systems Ltd.’s Naval Division.
MANILA – Malacañang on Tuesday urged the Senate to file charges against Bureau of Customs (BOC) Commissioner Rey Guerrero and 21 other personalities who were tagged as alleged protectors and smugglers of agricultural products worth hundreds of millions of pesos. This, after the Senate those accused to defend Committee of the Whole themselves. on Monday released a “File the necessary 63-page report of the list charges before the Office of of personalities which the Ombudsman so officials included officials of the and persons mentioned in BOC, Department of Agri- the Senate report could culture, and several may- be afforded due process, ors. face their accusers, and The report said the have their day in court,” amount of smuggled agri- he added. fishery commodities from On May 17, Senate 2019 to 2022 was estimated President Vicente "Tito" at PHP667.5 million. Sotto III, chair of the “We are one with the Committee of the Whole, Senate in fighting corrup- received a "validated" tion in the bureaucracy,” list that identified cusacting presidential spokes- toms and agricultural ofperson and Communica- ficials allegedly protecting tions Secretary Martin smugglers of agricultural Andanar said in a press products. statement. Sotto said he has given Andanar said filing President-elect Ferdinand charges before the Om- “Bongbong” Marcos Jr. a budsman would also allow copy of the list hoping that
he would help eradicate corruption in the DA, which Marcos will temporarily head. Aside from Guerrero, BOC officials identified on the list were Deputy Commissioner for Intelligence Group Raniel Ramiro; Deputy Commissioner Vener Baquiran of the Customs Revenue Collection Monitoring Group; Director Geofrey Tacio of the Customs Intelligence and Investigation Service; and lawyer Yasser Abbas of the Customs Import and Assessment Service. Also on the list were Agriculture Undersecretary Ariel Cayanan, Bureau of Plant and Industry (BPI) Director George Culaste; Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources Director Eduardo Gongona; and Laarni Roxas of BPI Plant Quarantine Services Division Region 3, were also identified.
Charges against officials in 'agri smuggling' pushed Former mayor and incoming Navotas Rep. Tobias "Toby" Tiangco was tagged as the “smuggling protector” of BFAR products, along with Tuburan, Cebu Mayor Jun Diamante, who was allegedly “playing” in the ports of Davao, Cagayan de Oro, Cebu, and Subic, among other personalities. Several officials mentioned in the report have denied the allegations. Outgoing Department of Agriculture Secretary William Dar earlier said agriculture officials tagged in a Senate report as alleged agricultural smugglers or protectors in the country must be given a chance to face their accusers. "Let the three officials named in the report be given a chance to face their accusers, and defend themselves in the proper forum," he said. (PNA)
NoCot raises alarm on rising dengue cases COTABATO CITY – North Cotabato's health authorities have raised the alarm on the rising cases of dengue in the province that reached 1,136 from January to June this year. “This is 390 percent higher compared to the same period last year,” Dr. Eva Rabaya, North Cotabato's Integrated Provincial Health Office chief, said Tuesday. Rabaya said North Cotabato’s lone city and 17 municipalities have listed only 229 cases in 2021. Eight dengue patients have died so far this year, she said. The patients were from Kidapawan City, and the towns of President Roxas, M’lang, Alamada and Magpet.
“In 2021, only one patient had died,” she said. She warned that 2022 is considered as an epidemic year, in which dengue cases would rise over a three-year cycle. In the face of the alarming cases, Rabaya appealed to all North Cotabateños to clean their surroundings by practicing the “4S” strategy. The strategy stands for the Search and destruction of mosquito breeding sites; application of Self-protection measures like wearing of long dress and pajamas; Seeking early consultation with medical experts when symptoms appear, and Supporting fogging operations when an outbreak occurs. (PNA)
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Breathing spaces FOR all that is worth, let it be said that the expression of gratitude should never be denied to anyone especially when they truly deserve it. In the realm of sports, it’s akin to honoring the competition rather than, say, sulking in one’s defeat or gloating in victory by downplaying the fallen. Perhaps, this is why the descriptive ‘worthy’ is always ascribed to when referring to one’s opponent. I am fully aware that like the rest of my kind, I will forever be relegated to the bin where all hopeless Dutertards are thrown, once the dust have settled. Praning or not, I have even felt at times the SMH stares and glares of some friends and acquaintances behind my back. Yet, through it all, though unfriended and at times blocked, the trick to just trudge on without a care, is still the most effective remedy. No matter what some members of the intelligentsia are negatively saying now, near at the penultimate day of his presidential term, you have to thank the man. It is by no means an easy feat to accomplish all that their administration has done in only a span of six short years. No matter how some segments of traditional media and paid hacks try to frame it, no other presidency in our history can top what they have accomplished, and quite surely, any future president will have a difficult time duplicating its exploits. In fact, when the president confided that time was a factor in not fully implementing some of their administration’s goals, these very same critics hailed it as a “failure” therefore, clearly refusing to place it against the glaring backdrop of many accomplishments. Despite all the misinformation, disinformation, negative critiques and the kitchen sink, the positive determination of the outgoing administration to forge forward, has, without doubt, brought our nation’s journey from dense forest to eventually breaking the clearing and reaching Correspondents:
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the ocean. And then, when this administration found it full of trash, they employed a dolomite resolve to recapture our lost view of sunsets. One German blogger said it best, while past presidencies have believed in “possible but difficult” approach to projects, thereby accomplishing little, the outgoing one had employed the “difficult but possible” tenet, which ensured its build, build, build attitude. In essence, this is what six years have been: while the cloud of corona may have dimmed the skies for a quarter of the office’s duration, we have persevered and it’s safer to breathe again. Surely, while in the days ahead, the very same dissenting voices that have been consistent throughout all of the last six years to breathe out unbending bias, remain steadfast in their belief that they are finally rid of their foe, they still have to explain why this administrations’ achievement rating is high despite their efforts. Perhaps for them, doggedly refusing to call a spade a spade, is a grave sin, especially when things do not go their way. But of course we already know that. After all, it is as predictable as flooding in clogged esteros.
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THERE seems to be no end in our crucifixion. Perhaps this will go on until we die and are buried. The other day another nail was driven to further the excruciating pain that we are suffering in our daily existence. In a report aired over television it was announced last Monday that a new round of fuel prices increases was forthcoming. In our layman’s interpretation of forthcoming it is one that will come not so immediate but will certainly happen perhaps in a week’s time of even a little longer. But towards the end of the report it said the hike in fuel prices was to take effect the next day – meaning yesterday, Tuesday. Wow! That is how aggressive the greed of oil companies is in dictating the tempo of their profit making. We would not be surprised if gas stations will be making a killing out of this ineptitude of the government in getting a handle on the pricing of one of the most required commodities in economic development of a country -- oil and its derivatives. Imagine if the association of gas station owners has a mole inside the inept Department of Energy and has tipped them off of the planned increase then without doubt the gas station owners will already order more than the volume of fuel their facilities could handle so when the price hike takes effect they’ll be counting their profits in several pesos per liter which may be more than double their expectation. But maybe as “Consuelo de bobo” we perhaps we can have some minor improvements in Davao City attributed to these seemingly endless increases in fuel prices. Ironical, but it is happening. The almost weekly hike in gas prices is helping Davao City rid its streets of humongous vehicular traffic that was burgeoning on a daily basis shortly before the pandemic and was resurging since a few weeks ago when the CoViD 19 cases in the city began to recede. In fact from the dwindling trips we have done over the past few months to the city’s downtown area we have noticed that the road sides along Sta. Ana and Monteverde streets have shown more vacant spaces for parking. Quirino Avenue has also looked much more navigable with fewer vehicles even during rush hours. At least a few somehow “enjoy” this benefit resulting from the exorbitant fuel prices – if we may call it that. **************************** Last Monday local elective officials in Davao City took their oath at the Sangguniang Panlungsod Building Session Hall. The oath takers were led by no less than City Mayor-elect Sebastian “Baste” Duterte. Their oath taking was administered by our neighbor Court of Appeals Associate Justice Hon. Loida Posadas-Kahulugan. The ceremony was highlighted with a message from no less than the father of Mayor Baste, President Rodrigo R. Duterte who gave the son-mayor expressed instruction to deal without compromise with corruption in his government, especially when it is initiated by large and influential corporations who the President said, take advantage of the people. Of course the Mayor-elect’s friends and supporters were present although not all of them partly because of the limited capacity of the venue. Representatives of Davao City’s business community were there perhaps to listen to what the new mayor would say in his address and to evaluate which of his commitments are beneficial to them or their business. One of the highlights in the new mayor’s speech was his desire to stomp out corruption in the city government or even allow its ugly head to show its shadow at City Hall – exactly what his father wanted him to do. The younger Duterte also wants to continue one important legacy of his father and sister. That is, to give priority to maintaining the peace and order situation of the city. He also promised internet connectivity and digitalization of local government transactions. Mayor Baste also commited to treat everyone fairly and equally even as he said he, as mayor, is servant to all (
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Opinion
JUNE 29 & 30, 2022
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Our Mindanao I’M BACK. After a long hiatus from writing about federalism, I am ready to write again. This time, I would be telling stories about Mindanao’s progress and achievements. I would contextualize growth and provide analysis about Mindanao and Palawan for the Brunei-Indonesia-Malaysia-Philippines East ASEAN Growth Area or BIMP-EAGA sub-regional group. This column will be dedicated for Mindanao updates and stories of development in reflection on the endeavors of the Mindanao Development Authority (MinDA) under the leadership of MinDA Chairperson, Secretary Maria Belen S. Acosta. Let us start with the basics. For years, there have been two Mindanao --- a Mindanao that is highly-urbanized thriving with economic activities and plenty of opportunities, and a Mindanao which is slowly moving, sleepy and old-fashioned, where poverty is felt. Our proud history is a narrative for a revisit as a matter of honor and a reference in our quest toward a more advanced, highly-integrated Mindanao. The bottom line is to look for ways to improve and advance the quality of life of everyone, be they found in the city centers or the remotest island provinces. I think it would serve to get to know Mindanao in more detail. Mindanao is home to 25.5 million individuals as the
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BY ADRIAN M. TAMAYO Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA) reported in 2018. The island comprises 33% of the country’s land area with 10,202,192 hectares, of which 40% is disposable land. It has six regions, 27 provinces, 33 cities, and 422 municipalities. With vast and fertile lands, a favorable climate, and abundant water, Mindanao accounts for 40% of the country’s food needs and 30% of the country’s food trade. The island contributes 45% of the nation’s total fish
production. In 2019 alone, Mindanao produced 2.1 million metric tons of fish. Mindanao continues to be a significant player in the export market. According to the Bureau of Agricultural Statistics (BAS), the island accounts for 99.99% of rubber production in the country, with Region 9 as its primary source, 90.82% of oil palm comes from Mindanao, with Caraga as the principal source, 89.42% of cacao comes from Mindanao with Region 11 as its primary source. Mindanao pineapple takes 88.85% of the total production, with Region 10 as a production base. The bananas exported to other countries come from Mindanao, accounting for 82% of the national output, with Region 11 as its primary source. With these figures, Mindanao dominates the export production of high-value crops. But same as your consternation now, the immediate question would be, why are we not that wealthy? Why is Mindanao host to 7 provinces of the poorest cluster in 2018 and 2021? I know there are plenty of questions that beg for answers. Together let us learn about the many potentials and challenges that Mindanao faces. You will be surprised, and you will love Mindanao more.( Adrian M. Tamayo is Chief, Public Relations Division of the Mindanao Development Authority.)
Yes to upgrade Philippine History “THE essential task of a historian is not to collect dead facts but to confront live issues. The issues are alive because they arise out of the tensions that men have to face in every generation –tensions between freedom and authority, between reason and faith, between human free will and all the impersonal circumstances that help to shape our lives. “In order to achieve any sophisticated understanding of such matters, a student of history needs to read the views of great modern historians as they are set out in their own words. He needs to develop a measure of critical historical insight by comparing these often conflicting views with the source material on which they are based. He needs above all to concern himself with the great issues that have shaped the course of a civilization and not with historical `Problems` that are mere artificially contrived conundrums” (“Great Issues in Western Civilization”, Volume I from Periclean Athens through Louis XIV, n.d.) The word “conundrums” was an ancient slang meaning puzzling issues or problems. This article is written amidst the question of alleged “historical revisionism”. “Revise”, per Webster, means “to correct and improve”. This is the positive interpretation which is “to change and distort”. No doubt, Philippine history badly needs to be reviewed and improved. For instance, the crucial role of our Muslim Filipinos and our Indigenous Peoples in nation-building must be appropriately and sufficiently recognized in our history. Hence, Congress should allocate the earliest adequate budget to our “Historical Commission” for that noble purpose. This is a positive revision of our Philippine history. We cannot be paralyzed by fear of perceiving “self-serving motives'' by some unscrupulous group. We simply have to trust the members of our “Historical Commission” to do a good job of upgrading Philippine history. As stated earlier, historical “issues are alive”! In the same vein, our Catholic Bishops` Conference
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RANDOM THOUGHTS
BY CHITO R. GAVINO III
of the Philippines (CBCP) years ago rejected the proposal to revise our flawed, unresponsive and inadequate 1987 Constitution “due to perceived self-serving motive. CBCP, per info actively participated in the formulation and adoption of our 1987 Constitution. “Is their rejection of revising our flawed, unresponsive and inadequate 1987 Charter likewise due to self-serving motives too”? And so we are stacked up with this great obstacle to move forward because of fear of reform. The Filipino people became victims of the status quo that stagnates instead of renewal for authentic liberation. What a sorrowful narrative indeed! Our new President and his new administration, hopefully, learn from these lessons. What our suffering people and broken nation yearn for is a passionate and bold risks – taker, inspirational, unifier, visionary and transformative leader who leads by example. We pray that President Ferdinand R. Marcos, Jr. shall be this kind of leader who would properly revise our obsolete 1987 Charter. If he places in the hands of God his presidency, success will be his. And his success will likewise be the success of our people and nation.
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Davaoenos. Of course all that mayor Baste said were big words. But these could not however be considered empty and nebulous. Why, because the new mayor already has the foundation to build on and the platform to launch all the initiatives needed to jumpstart the realization of his commitments. The foundation and platform were all laid down by either his father or sister. Therefore, if Mayor Baste will not stray away from there he can easily coast faster towards the fulfillment of all his dreams for his constituents. But we believe it is worth reminding the young mayor that when power gets through one’s head the likelihood is that the one who is accorded the power and authority could get intoxicated or drunk. And that is where the road to perdition starts. We can only hope that the new city chief executive will put in mind the counsel of his father and sister and learn further from their own experiences as former heads of the city.
We are confident that “the best is yet to come” to the Philippines. Let`s his administration be the golden era for Real Social Transformation in our beloved nation. He promised our people that “he will not disappoint us.” We take his word for it. Let`s give our new President and his new administration a chance to prove themselves. As citizens of this beautiful but fragile archipelagic nation it is our civic duty to do the needful to transform our nation “as it is in heaven”. In unity, harnessing our Filipino “bayanihan” spirit, and ating bayan bangon muli!” Do we badly need historical revision by patriotic and nationalistic historians? We loudly shout, “Yes”! Admittedly, however, it is unavoidable that there will be several versions of Philippine history that will be written by various historians. Let students of history peruse these different versions and judge the truth for themselves. Freedom of expression must be alive in a truly democratic environment. In this connection, may we call the attention of our new Secretary of Education – our new Vice President Sara Duterte Carpio on this matter. This article is my humble contribution to the proper education of youth of Philippine history. A famous adage of our national hero, Dr. Jose Rizal goes, “Ang hindi marunong lumingon sa pinanggalingan, Hindi makakarating sa paroroonan.” A word of caution from yours truly, “Ang lingon ng lingon sa pinanggalingan, balon na sa harapan hindi pa nalalaman.” Rizal's famous books, the “Noli and Fili”, were about the past. My books are more about the future. Our new President has his own concise appeal to our people.” Judge me not by what my ancestors did. Judge me by my actions``. Let our people`s judgment of his administration be in 2028 after his term of office. In the meantime, let our people write our own history with the hope that our succeeding generations will be awed, grateful and nurture it as a legacy to grow and flourish in the future of our nation.
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All pawned items items that expired during the month All pawned that expired during theof APRIL 2022, if not renewed or redeemed on or before month 2022 of MAY, notpublic renewed or reAPRIL will be2015 sold toifthe on JUNE 16, deemed on or before JULY 14, 2015 will be 2022 at 9:00a.m. at our pawnshop premises.
sold to the public on JULY 16, 2015 at 9:00 Gipahibalo ang tanan na ang FIRST COLOR a.m. at our pawnshop premises.
PAWNSHOP magasubasta sa tanan nga nag-expired sa bulan sa ABRIL ang 2022.tanan Ang tanan ibaligya Gipahibalo na prenda ang FIRST sa publiko karong HUNYO 16, 2022 sa alas COLOR PAWNSHOP magasubasta sa 9:00 tanansa buntag.
nga nag-expired sa bulan sa MAYO 2015. Ang tanan prenda ibaligya sa publiko karong HULYO 16 sa alas 9:00 sa buntag.
DAVAO FIRST COLOR PAWNSHOP
#47 Lao St., Toril, Davao City Tel. No. 295-2460
9GEMS Pawnshop Inc. Egger Bldg., Matina Crossing Davao City Tel. No. (082) 285-7069
NOTICE OF AUCTION SALE ALL PAWNED ITEMS EXPIRED ON MAY 2022 AND GADGETS THAT EXPIRES ON JUNE 2022 WILL BE DISPLAYED IN A PUBLIC AUCTION ON JULY 19, 2022 AT 9:00AM.
All Pawned items that expired until the month of APRIL 2022, must be redeemed or renewed Two (2) days prior the Auction Schedule stated below. If not redeemed will be sold to the public on its respective auction schedule and premises at 9:00 A.M. Gipahibalo ang tanan nga ang GOLDVALUE PAWNSHOP, INC., maga subasata sa tanan nga nag-expired hangtod sa bulan sa ABRIL 2022, kung dili malukat ibaligya sa publiko sa alas 9:00 sa buntag.
BRANCHES AUCTION DATE BAJADA JUNE 03, 2022 (Beside NBI Office) BABAK SAMAL JUNE 21, 2022 SAN PEDRO JUNE 10, 2022 CABAGUIO JUNE 28, 2022 TIBUNGCO JUNE 29, 2022
TEL. NOS. 321-8705 301-4019 227-6772 321-6223 222-2494
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Toy Bldg., Lapu-lapu St., Agdao, Davao City
NOTICE OF AUCTION SALE All Pawned Items that expired during the month of MAY 2022 must be renewed or redeemed Two (2) days before the Auction Schedule stated below. If not redeemed or renewed, it will be sold to the public on its respective auction schedule and premises @ 9:00 A.M.
All pawned items that expired during the month of JANUARY 2022, if not renewed or redeemed on or before MARCH 15, 2022 will be sold to the public on MARCH 16, 2022 at 9:00a.m. at our pawnshop premises. Gipahibalo ang tanan na ang AL-JOS PAWNSHOP magasubasta sa tanan nga nag-expired sa bulan sa ENERO 2022. Ang tanan prenda ibaligya sa publiko karong MARSO 16, 2021 sa alas 9:00 sa buntag.
Gibpahibalo ang tanan nga ang DIAGOLD PAWNSHOP, INC. magsubasta sa tanan nga nag expired hangtod sa bulan sa APRIL 2022, ang tanang prenda ibaligya sa publiko sa mga petsa na nakabutang sa ubos, sa oras nga 9:00 sa buntag.
EXPIRY DATES MAY 2022
AUCTION DATES JULY 07, 2022
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All pawned items that expired during the month of JUNE 2022 , must renewed or redeemed two (2) days prior to the Auction Schedule stated below. If not renewed or redeemed, it will be sold to the public on its respective auction schedule and premises @ 9:00 a.m. Gipahibalo ang tanan nga ang NARDING PAWNSHOP, INC., maga-subasta sa tanan nga nag-expired sa bulan sa HUNYO 2022. Ang tanan prenda ibaligya sa publiko sa mga petsa nga nakabutang sa ubos, sa oras nga 9:00 sa buntag. BRANCHES Matina Crossing Tibungco
AUCTION DATE JUNE 21, 2022 JUNE 17, 2022
TEL. NOS. (082) 321-1814 (082) 296-4130
PANABO’S PAWNSHOP, INC. Panabo (Main) Panabo (Branch)
JUNE 30, 2022 JUNE 15, 2022
(084) 628-8418 (084) 628-842
NOTICE OF AUCTION SALE All pawned items that expired during the Months of APRIL 2022 (Regular Items) and APRIL 2022 (Gadgets) must be redeemed or renewed two (2) days prior to the Auction date schedule as stated below. If not redeemed or renewed will be sold to the public on its respectively auction date schedule at its premises at 9:00 AM
Main – San Pedro Cor. Anda Street Davao City Tel. Nos. (082) 221-1477; (082) 221-0355; (082)222-5039 Email us @ rosegoldpawnshopdavao@gmail.com
Highest Appraisal and Low Interest Rates at 3% Rosegold Pawnshop Lapu-lapu Street, Agdao Davao City Tel. No. (082) 225-3637
Rosegold Pawnshop Ilustre Street, Davao City
(Beside NCCC Hardwaremaxx)
Tel. No. (082) 295-6199
NOTICE OF AUCTION SALE All Jewelry and other articles pawned at Rosegold Pawnshop San Pedro-Main, Rosegold Pawnshop Ilustre, Rosegold Pawnshop Bolton, Rosegold Pawnshop, Agdao and Rosegold Pawnshop Buhangin from DECEMBER 16, 2021 TO JANUARY 15, 2022. If not redeemed or renewed on or before JUNE 17, 2022 will be sold to the Public Auction on JUNE 20, 2022 at Rosegold Pawnshop San Pedro-Main from 9:00am to 6:00pm.
(Fronting Queen Bank) Tel. No. (082) 222-1561 ; (082) 321-0128 Email: goldstandardpawnshopdavao@gmail.com
Accepts: Jewelry, wholesaler and retailer on all kinds of jewelry Highest Appraisal and Low Interest Rates at 3%
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All jewelry and other articles pawned at Goldstandard Pawnshop San Pedro,Ilustre from DECEMBER 16, 2021 TO JANUARY 15, 2022
if not redeemed or renewed on JUNE 17, 2022 will be sold to the Public Auction on JUNE 20, 2022 at our Pawnshop premises from 9:00am to 6:00pm.
BRANCHES: San Pedro (Main) Agdao Toril Bolton Digos City Claveria Km. 7 Lanang
AUCTION DATE JUNE 15, 2022 JUNE 15, 2022 JUNE 15, 2022 JUNE 15, 2022 JUNE 15, 2022 JUNE 15, 2022 JUNE 15, 2022
TEL. NO. 327-8832 327-6275 327-8503 392-3022 333-9945 296-8081 235-3473
JUNE 29 & 30, 2022
NOTICE OF AUCTION SALE All pawned items at METRO GOLDBRILL PAWNSHOP that expired until the month of MAY 2022, if not redeemed or renewed on or before JULY 18, 2022, will be sold to the Public on JULY 20, 2022. Gipahibalo and tanan na ang METRO GOLDBRILL PAWNSHOP magasubasta sa tanan nga nag-expired hangtod sa bulan sa MAYO 2022. Kung dili malukat sa dili pa moabot ang HULYO 18, 2022, ibaligya sa publiko karong HULYO 20, 2022. EXPIRY DATES MAY 2022
AUCTION DATES JULY 20, 2022
EURO CIRCLE PAWNSHOP SAN PEDRO ST., DAVAO CITY - TEL. NO.: 227-0521
EURO MAIN PAWNSHOP ILUSTRE ST., DAVAO CITY - TEL. NO.: 227-7511 MATI CITY, DAVAO ORIENTAL - TEL. NO.: 306-0665
EURO STAR PAWNSHOP ILUSTRE ST., DAVAO CITY - TEL. NO.: 227-0667
EURO SUN PAWNSHOP
SAN PEDRO ST., DAVAO CITY - TEL. NO.: 227-3321
Roque Bldg., Matina Crossing, Davao City Tel. # 234-6367
PAWNS NOT REDEEMED/RENEWED WITHIN FIVE (5) DAYS AFTER EXPIRY D AT E S W I L L B E A U C T I O N E D O N JUNE 17, 2022 AT 10:00 A.M. AT THE RESPECTIVE PAWNSHOPS WHERE THE ITEMS WERE PAWNED.
All Pawned items at GOLDVISION PAWNSHOP, INC., that expired until the month of APRIL 2022, must be redeemed or renewed Two (2) days prior the Auction Schedule stated below. If not redeemed will be sold to the public on its respective auction schedule and premises at 9:00 A.M. Gipahibalo ang tanan nga ang GOLDVISION PAWNSHOP, INC., maga subasata sa tanan nga nag-expired hangtod sa bulan sa ABRIL 2022, kung dili malukat ibaligya sa publiko sa alas 9:00 sa buntag.
BRANCHES General Lao, Toril Agton. Toril Buhangin Magallanes Tagum Saavedra, Toril Agdao
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291-2406 291-2952 241-0223 224-3138 216-3425 291-1349 327-2348
MAY 2022 JUNE 2022
JULY 15, 2022 JULY 14, 2022 DAVAO VAULT SP
JULY 14, 2022
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GABBY’S BRILLIANT PAWNSHOP INC. / GABBY’S INFINITE PAWNSHOP INC. TEL NO.: 321-2185 / 234-4844
All Pawned items at GABBY’S BRILLIANT PAWNSHOP, INC. and GABBYS’S INFINITE PAWNSHOP, INC. that expired until the month of APRIL 2022, must be redeemed or renewed Two (2) days prior the Auction Schedule stated below. If not redeemed will be sold to the public on its respective auction schedule and premises at 9:00 A.M. Gipahibalo ang tanan nga ang GABBY’S BRILLIANT PAWNSHOP, INC. and GABBYS’S INFINITE PAWNSHOP, INC. maga subasata sa tanan nga nag-expired hangtod sa bulan sa ABRIL 2022, kung dili malukat ibaligya sa publiko sa alas 9:00 sa buntag. BRANCHES
AUCTION DATE
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SAN PEDRO
JUNE 16, 2022
321-2185
ILUSTRE
JUNE 01, 2022
234-4844
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tation or he wants to seek help for the city. Meanwhile, Sara also thanked the employees of the city government for supporting her administration. "Ang kusog sa mayor maggikan lang unsa ka kusog ang mga empleyado ug chiefs of offices. Ang inyonang luha, dugo ug pawis sa pagserbisyo sa atoang syudad, taken together tanang efforts sa mga empleyado nato - that is the success of the City
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Government of Davao," she said during the program. She also thanked the residents of the city for their support. “”In fact, it was truly an honor to be the top performing mayor during a pandemic pa na ha. Gihatag na ninyo na honor, pasalamat ko sa inyong tanan. Akoang balsan sad na akong gihatag na ninyo na honor, pasalamat ko sa inyong tanan sa akong trabaho para makakita ta ug malinawon na pagpamuyo sa atoang nasud,” she said.
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Montevista, Nabunturan, and New Bataan in Davao de Oro. Under Alert Level 2 are the entire Davao del Norte and Davao Occidental, other parts of Davao del Sur, and the remaining towns of Davao de Oro. Based on the report of the regional office of the
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Department of Health, the healthcare facility utilization in the region as of Monday was at 27% non-intensive care unit (ICU) bed use and 26.1% ICU bed use. The report added there were 48 admissions with only four confirmed while the remainder were still verified.
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holding of the event as a 2,309-strong police force both from the Police Regional Office 11 and DCPO joined the other security units in securing the event. Based on the security plan, a three-tiered defense system was implemented as those who witnessed the event were ordered not
to wear clothes that could hide weapons and other dangerous materials and were not bringing with them backpacks. The security plan was similar to the one implemented during the oathtaking of outgoing Mayor Sara Duterte on June 19. By Rhoda Grace B. Saron
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According to Department of Transportation (DOTr), implementation of the project began in 2020 – including the preparation, construction of the infrastructure and the hiring of the drivers – and is expected to be operational in 2023. The DOTr said the project aims to “provide an efficient and affordable mode of transport for Dabawenyos through the delivery” of a modern HPBS. It added that the interconnected bus services would be prioritized along the 137-kilometer (km) core network, and 489 km
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of feeder routes. Once operational, the HPBS will have 29 bus routes divided into the following four tiers: MetroDavao (will form the core services that connect all major commercial centers along five routes), DavaoInter (will run along with eight routes connecting the inner urban areas directly to the Davao Central Business District), DavaoFeeder (will run along nine routes linking smaller centers and areas of more dispersed populations to the MetroDavao services), and DavaoLocal (will provide a
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The SEC has already developed the national numbering system that will assign the securities identifiers – ISIN under ISO 6166, CFI under ISO 10962, and FISN under ISO 18774. The SEC National Numbering System (NNS) can assign securities identifiers to both corporate securities and securities issued by the government such as those issued by the Bureau of the Treasury and the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas. “We thank the Association of National Numbering Agencies for welcoming the Commission as its newest partner in making the financial world a more efficient, safer and more stable environment
link between the outer rural areas of the city and main transport system or the integrated terminals). Duterte acknowledged that the traffic situation here remains a concern for any developing city like Davao but vowed that the local government would continue to work “harder to improve the city’s accessibility and traffic condition.” He said there are ongoing road infrastructure projects like the Davao City Coastal Road Project and the Japanese governmentfunded Davao City Bypass Road project that seek to
for investors and the financial institutions that serve them through the use of standard identifiers for securities,” SEC Chairperson Emilio B. Aquino said. “Our membership in ANNA as a partner is a significant step toward making the Philippine market more accessible, transparent and, more importantly, secure. By adopting standard identifiers, recognized in now more than 120 jurisdictions, securities first issued within the country can be acknowledged and traded between buyers and sellers virtually anywhere in the world. In this light, we look forward to a more robust activity in our domestic capital market.”
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the market, and this FMR will give our farmers access to the market,” Ambi said. At the same time, the local trade official, who is also the national director of the RAPID Growth, emphasized the responsibility and accountability of their partner–agencies, as well as, the participation of the concerned LGU in the completion of the project. For her part, Kapalong Municipal Mayor Maria Theresa R. Timbol expressed her heartful gratitude to the DTI for its support in uplifting the socio-economic status of the cacao farmers in the area. The local chief executive, who likewise graced the event, shared the LGU’s commit-
ment to the success of the project. The other dignitaries present during the groundbreaking ceremony were DTI 11 Assistant Regional Director Delia M. Ayano, DTI Davao del Norte Provincial Director Romeo L. Castaǹaga, DILG Davao de Norte OICProvincial Director Jonathan J. Leybag, DTI 11 chief for management support services Marilou D. Laguting, DTI-Resource Generation Management Services supervising trade-industry development specialist May P. Cruz, RAPID Growth project manager Mae Ester Guiamadel, and Kapalong Cooperative chairperson lawyer Rosario B. Dayaday.DTI11
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under the P&A Foundation, Inc., the corporate social responsibility arm of the Firm. In 2018, Yu was recognized as an Emerging Leader at Grant Thornton International's GT Experience Award. Yu earned his degree in accountancy, magna cum laude, from Baliuag University, Baliuag, Bulacan. In 2019, he completed his Master in Business Administration (MBA), with distinction, from the Asian Institute of Management (AIM) as a P&A scholar. As part of AIM’s student exchange program, Yu completed the last term of his MBA at HEC Paris School of Management in France. Similarly, Edcel is a Certified Public Accountant who has been with the Firm since his graduation from college
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alleviate the problem of traffic congestion. Aside from modernizing the traffic situation, Duterte said he would expand development outside the city centers towards the Second and Third Districts, bringing in high impact infrastructure projects such as road networks, bypass roads, and bridges. He told utility companies to fast-track developmental programs specifically in the underserved barangays, emphasizing the need for clean water and stable electricity supply. (Antonio L. Colina IV / MindaNews)
in 2010. He took on the helm as Lead Manager of one of the sub-groups of the Firm’s Audit and Assurance practice and was one of the senior managers in-charge of training. Throughout his career, he has acquired extensive experience in various industries such as health care services, business process outsourcing, retail and distribution, real estate, construction, oil, manufacturing, television and other servicerelated industries. Edcel completed his degree in accountancy, cum laude, from the University of Northern Philippines, Vigan, Ilocos Sur. As part of the Firm’s professional development program, he participated in the Grant Thornton (GT) Emerging Leader Program, along with participants from
other GT member firms, in Hongkong. “Amidst the backdrop of an ever-evolving global business landscape, P&A Grant Thornton remains committed to go beyond standards by employing a proactive, forwardlooking, and agile approach as embodied in our Firm’s corporate framework. In so doing, we develop more leaders who can help us continue the Firm’s legacy of excellence and integrity. We are proud to unveil our newest Partners, Yusoph and Edcel, who both share the qualities of transformational leaders – always up to the challenge of embracing resiliency and promoting a culture of innovation within our Firm,” says Marivic Españo, Chairperson and CEO of P&A Grant Thornton.
one day. "We look forward to onboarding more brands in this new project, and we are grateful for the continued support of Lazada for making this happen as Great Deals is constantly looking for ways to improve customer experience with our brands and consumers and to be there to assist them to penetrate local markets nationwide, reduce shipping fees, and shorten delivery time,” Sy said. Great Deals, a multi-million-dollar valued company, continues to develop its IT infrastructure, warehouse capabilities, technology research, and capital expenditures as it aggressively expands its presence in the country, aiming to be the Philippines’ very own
“Alibaba” and “Baozun.” “Customer experience is our utmost priority, and through these fulfillment centers, we wish to reach more Filipinos and let them experience the power of online shopping. We are at the forefront of the online shopping experience. We are constantly looking for local solutions to our local problems.”, said Sy. Following the success of Amazon and Alibaba in digitalizing the brick-and-mortar e-commerce, Great Deals has already started the development of its 70,000-square meters fulfillment center in San Rafael, Bulacan, where they will introduce the use of robots to scale up to a million orders in a day.
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shopping experience With the pilot launch of Great Deals’ fulfillment center in Cebu, customers who placed an order on Lazada were able to receive their parcels in just three days and pay lower shipping fees. Lazada’s partner brands will also soon be brought closer to their customers in Mindanao, as Great Deals is set to open a fulfillment center in Davao in July 2022. Great Deals, an e-commerce enabler that offers end-to-end service, handling everything from digital content, web design, analytics, chat support, warehousing, and fulfillment to logistics, made headlines in 2019 for breaking its own record as it processed 233,038 orders in
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implementing the CAB is a “complex process.” The creation of the JNC, he pointed out, enabled the GPH and MILF Peace Implementing panels to overcome such complexity and move forward the normalization track of the peace agreement. "I would like to note that however complex the implementation of the peace agreement, the JNC is an integral mechanism to make it happen," he said, noting that the key has been the strong partnership and high level of trust developed between both peace panels. "The complexity can easily be handled and managed if we have partners with us on the ground. Not just with the National and Bangsamoro governments but also from the local and international NGOs," Hernandez stressed. For his part, Guerra said he is optimistic the incoming administration will sustain the gains of peace in the Bangamoro Autonomous
Region in Muslim Mindanao (BARMM). “We hope that the next administration will embark on the same atmosphere of partnership and cooperation. Pinakaimportante po ang relationship sa bawat isa,” he said. Joint GPH-MILF initiatives Contained in the JNC statement are specific peacebuilding initiatives the GPH and MILF peace panels have agreed to carry out. These include the proposed flow and criteria for a joint security assessment for the redeployment of Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) units assigned in the BARMM and its adjacent regions. The peace panels have also developed the proposed framework of a program that will be implemented in MILF communities outside the six previously government-acknowledged MILF camps. The program was formulated by technical working groups led by the JNC, the
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United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) and the Task Force for Decommissioned Combatants and their Communities (TFDCC). The JNC will lead the implementation of the program, in collaboration with the UNDP, TFDCC, and other relevant Normalization mechanisms. The joint statement also included the proposed framework for a program on management of Small Arms and Light Weapons (SALWs) that will be part of the Community Security and Stabilization Program (C2SP). This C2SP will cover all firearms owned by individuals in MILF communities, except those weapons that are set for decommissioning. The program was formulated through a series of technical working group meetings spearheaded by the JNC and the UNDP, in partnership with the Joint Peace and Security Committee (JPSC) and other Normalization mechanisms. PR
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AUCTION SALE! The DAVAO ROS-VER PAWNSHOP, INC. and NEW PAG-ASA PAWNSHOP will be having its JOINT AUCTION on all unredeemed pawned items left during the month of February 2022. The said items will be sold to the public at the following VENUE AND DATE. Gipahibalo ang publiko na ang DAVAO ROS-VER PAWNSHOP, INC. og ang NEW PAG-ASA PAWNSHOP; magsubasta sa tanang prenda nga naremata atong Pebrero 2022. Ang tanang prenda dungan nga ibaligya sa publiko sa mga sumusunod nga dapit og petsa:
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tion with the Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG) must also establish and maintain a “centralized database” of all solo parents who have been issued solo parent identification cards (SPIC) or booklets. The law entitles a solo parent to a monthly cash subsidy of PHP1,000 per solo parent who is earning a minimum wage and below, to be allocated by the concerned city or municipal government. It also provides a solo parent who is earning less than PHP250,000 annually with a 10 percent discount and exemption from the value-added tax (VAT) on baby's milk, food, micronutrient supplements, and sanitary diapers purchased, duly prescribed medicines, vaccines, and other medical supplements pur-
chased from the birth of the child or children until six years of age. On top of leave privileges under existing laws, solo parents will be granted a seven-day parental leave with pay regardless of employment status. Solo parents will also be given priority in a telecommuting program. It also provides scholarship programs for solo parents and a full school scholarship for one child of a solo parent in institutions of basic, higher, and technical vocational skills education as well as automatic coverage under the National Health Insurance Program (NHIP) being administered by the Philippine Health Insurance Corporation with premium contributions to be paid by the national government. The law also adds a sec-
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NOTICE OF AUCTION SALE All Jewelry and other articles pawned at FEROCE PAWNSHOP- SAN PEDRO BR. AND FEROCE PAWNSHOP TORIL BRANCH from FEBRUARY 01 TO 28, 2022 if not renewed or redeemed on or before JULY 20, 2022 will be SOLD to Public Auction on JULY 31, 2022 at 10:00am at our pawnshop premises. Gipahibalo ang tanan na ang FEROCE PAWNSHOP magasubasta sa tanang prenda nga nagsugod PEBRERO 1 hantud 28, 2022 , Ang tanang Prenda ibaligya sa Publiko karong HULYO 31, 2022 sa alas 10:00 sa buntag.
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tion declaring the third week and third Saturday of April of every year as Solo Parents Week and National Solo Parents Day, respectively. RA 11861 is a consolidation of Senate Bill 1411 and House Bill 8097, which was passed by the Senate and the House of Representatives last January 24. (PNA)
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EXTRAJUDICIAL SETTLEMENT OF ESTATE OF RUBEN D. VIRTUDEZ
Notice to the public that ROMEO CAPRINA MAURICIO JR., of Legal age and a resident of Davao City, was the owner and holder of a Cash Invoice Receipt duly issued of Mars Agriventures and Commodities with Serial No. 5927901 and 6396301; That the above mentioned receipt was lost/ misplaced and cannot be found, despite diligent search and efforts to look and locate the same proved futile; hence, it is presumed lost and deemed beyond recovery; per Doc. No. 98; Page No. 21; Book No. 42; Series of 2022 of the Notary Public Kenneth P. Retuya of Davao City.
Notice is hereby given that the estate of the late RUBEN D. VIRTUDEZ who died intestate on July 26, 2015 in Davao City, that the deceased at the time of his death, he acquired a property with his wife known to wit: Transfer Certificate of Title No. 146-2013006217, “A parcel of land (Lot 32-D, PSD-11-120404) Being a portion of Lot 32, BSD-11-003870 (AR) Situated in the Barrio of Mintal, Tugbok, City of Davao, containing an area of One Thousand Seven Hundred Ninety Seven (1,797) Square Meter more or less; That pursuant to Sec. 1 Rule 74 of the Revised Rules of Court of the Philippine, that the above described property has been the subject of EXTRAJUDICIAL SETTLEMENT OF ESTATE OF RUBEN D. VIRTUDEZ mad e and executed by and among his heirs per Doc. No. 135; Page No. 28; Book No. XV; Series of 2019 of the Notary Public Atty. Ryan Erick C. Santiago of Davao City.
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PAWNSHOP AND MONEY CHANGER INC. from FEBRUARY 01 TO 28, 2022 if not renewed or redeemed on or before JULY 20, 2022 will be SOLD to Public Auction on JULY 31, 2022 at 10:00am at our pawnshop premises. Gipahibalo ang tanan na ang FEROCE PAWNSHOP AND MONEY CHANGER INC. magasubasta sa tanang prenda nga nagsugod PEBRERO 1 hantud 28, 2022 , Ang tanang Prenda ibaligya sa Publiko karong HULYO 31, 2022 sa alas 10:00 sa buntag.
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All Jewelry and other articles pawned at G-ROCE PAWNSHOP from FEBRUARY 01 TO 28, 2022 if not renewed or redeemed on or before JULY 20, 2022 will be SOLD to Public Auction on JULY 31, 2022 at 10:00am at our pawnshop premises. Gipahibalo ang tanan na ang G-ROCE PAWNSHOP magasubasta sa tanang prenda nga nagsugod PEBRERO 1 hantud 28, 2022 , Ang tanang Prenda ibaligya sa Publiko karong HULYO 31, 2022 sa alas 10:00 sa buntag.
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Government, MILF recommit to Bangsamoro peace process
MANILA — The Government of the Philippines (GPH) and Moro Islamic Liberation Front (MILF) inked a statement of commitment signifying the parties’ full support for the continued implementation of peacebuilding and development interventions under the Normalization Program of the Comprehensive Agreement on the Bangsamoro (CAB). The statement was signed ernment and MILF sides, Normalization Program as by Joint Normalization Com- respectively, during the 5th stated in the CAB relative to mittee (JNC) co-chairs Ar- JNC meeting on June 24. its mandate to coordinate and iel Hernandez and Eduard “The JNC shall ensure facilitate all normalization Guerra, for the national gov- full implementation of the efforts, such as the redeploy-
Solo parents bill lapses into law
MANILA – A bill that seeks to grant additional benefits to solo parents has lapsed into law without the signature of President Rodrigo R. Duterte, a copy of the law showed. Republic Act (RA) 11861 or the Expanded Solo Parents Welfare Act, which amends several provisions of RA 8972, lapsed into law on June 4. Under the new law, the definition of "solo parents" is expanded to include spouses or any family member of overseas Filipino workers (OFWs) who are in the low/ semi-skilled category and are away from the Philippines for an unbroken period of 12 months.
An amendment also includes grandparents and family members or qualified guardians who bear sole responsibility over the child. RA 11861 directs the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) Secretary, in coordination with other agencies, to develop a “comprehensive package” of social protection services for solo parents and their families which includes livelihood opportunities, legal advice and assistance, counseling services, parent effectiveness services, and stress debriefing, among others, regardless of financial status. The DSWD, in coordina-
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ment of AFP, disbandment of private armed groups, management of small arms and light weapons, policing and the decommissioning,” the joint statement read. “...with goodwill and understanding among our leaders, as well as stakeholders,
the implementation of the agreed programs can move forward for all to reap the fruits of the social, economic, security, and political reforms and measures stipulated in the CAB,” the statement noted. “The JNC believes that the path to peace and the (
continued implementation of the CAB and BOL remain the only viable solution in achieving just and lasting peace in the Bangsamoro communities,” the statement added. A ‘complex’ process According to Hernandez,
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Homecoming concert for PRRD all set THE NCCC Group of Companies is hosting a homecoming concert for outgoing President Rodrigo Roa-Durterte on June 30, 5:30pm at the NCCC Mall VP Parking A. The concert is a tribute to PRRD for his service to the country and also homecoming celebration as he returns to Davao City after his 6-year stint as the 16th president of the Republic of the Philippines. It is reported that PRRD will be in attendance at the concert. The Dukes will be headliner for the concert featuring local artists like Llanto Kids, The Curve PH, Rima Band, The Nemrac Band, Donjie & Duke Kervy Salazar, and R2K with Aila Santos. The event will be hosted by Jam Magno. Attendees are encouraged to don their "Salamat, Tatay Digong” shirt. The statement shirt was first launched last May 13 and may be availed at NCCC Supermarket, Mall tenants, Department Store, and Hardwaremaxx. Dabawenos are invited to join NCCC as they welcome Tatay Digong this coming Thursday.##