Speaker Feliciano Belmonte Jr. said the Philippines should shift from a consumption-driven system to a production-driven economy mobilized by long-term investments to realize President Aquino’s “inclusive-growth” agenda and sustain its status as one of Asia’s emerging tigers.
Students may soon enjoy discounted transport fares even on non-school days and holidays under a bill filed by Rep. Ma. Victoria Sy-Alvarado of the National Unity Party (NUP).
Local government executives belonging to the National Unity Party (NUP) continue to spearhead relief and rescue operations in their respective areas at the height, and in the aftermath, of the heavy monsoon rains activated by tropical storm “Maring” since Sunday.
Barangay officials should be exempted from paying income taxes and be considered as members of the Government Service Insurance System (GSIS), according to Rep. Karlo Alexei Nograles of the National Unity Party (NUP).
Deputy Speaker Roberto Puno (1st district, Antipolo) led his fellow members in the House of Representatives in congratulating the Gilas Pilipinas national team for capturing the silver medal in the 27th FIBA Asia Championship, which earned for the Philippines a coveted slot in the upcoming FIBA Basketball World Cup to be held in Spain next year.