National

The House Committee on Basic Education and Culture Chairperson emphasizes the need for a comprehensive government approach to enhance the effectiveness of the DepEd's school-based feeding program, addressing the undernutrition challenge among school children.

The Philippines and Vietnam ink agreements on rice trade, South China Sea incident prevention, agriculture, and cultural cooperation.

President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. expresses gratitude to overseas Filipino workers in Vietnam for their pivotal role in strengthening bilateral ties.

Senator Sherwin Gatchalian praises the Department of Education for liberating teachers from non-teaching duties.

The Philippine Textile Research Institute, under the Department of Science and Technology, unveils three impactful programs aimed at fortifying and advancing the textile industry.

The Department of Agriculture announces a historic palay production of 20.06 million metric tons in 2023, marking the highest yield ever recorded in the country's agricultural history.

The House of Representatives adopts a resolution urging the Department of Education to incorporate foreign language studies, beyond English, into the K–12 Basic Education program.

Deputy Majority Leader Erwin Tulfo urges the removal of purchase booklets as a prerequisite for the elderly to avail of a 20 percent discount on medicines and groceries.

Department of Tourism presents the Philippine International Dive Expo (PHIDEX), the ultimate platform for the diving community.

President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. embarks on a two-day state visit to Vietnam, reinforcing bilateral relations between the Philippines and Vietnam.