Over 1,500 local government units are now equipped for emergencies with more than 2,000 modern fire trucks, reducing response time amid RA 11589 implementation.
The Davao del Norte road project worth over Php200 million was approved, bringing improved market access and increased income for remote farming communities.
The Department of Science and Technology showcases 60 innovative disaster management technologies in the Visayas leg, empowering Filipinos to overcome and prevent future disasters.
The Department of Labor and Employment in Western Visayas allocated more than Php5 million for emergency employment aid, benefiting 1,329 marginalized workers in Negros Occidental under the TUPAD program.
The groundbreaking for the PHP12-million super health center in Pangasinan's Agno town promises improved medical access for remote villages in the region.
The Department of Agrarian Reform to turn over Php40 million worth of bridges in Sorsogon, benefiting agrarian reform beneficiaries and boosting the agricultural sector.
Casiguran hosts the 4th Quarter Nationwide Simultaneous Earthquake Drill, showcasing earthquake and tsunami contingency plans to enhance local preparedness.
The Philippines joined the Organisation for Economic Cooperation and Development, reinforcing its commitment to tax fairness and international cooperation.