In an effort to fight back against cross-border crimes in Southeast Asia, Japan will provide assistance to four countries namely Thailand, Cambodia, Vietnam and Laos, according to an NHK World news report. A formal signing ceremony was held in Bangkok recently.
To put things in perspective, posted below is an excerpt from the news report of NHK World. Some parts in boldface…
Japan will provide assistance to four countries in Southeast Asia in their efforts to combat cross-border crimes, such as scam operations.
A signing ceremony was held in Bangkok on Monday for a grant assistance program worth more than 500 million yen, or roughly 3.3 million dollars. The program aims to enhance the investigative capabilities of Thailand, Cambodia, Vietnam and Laos.
Tackling transnational crimes has become a major issue in Southeast Asia. Authorities in Cambodia, Myanmar and elsewhere have raided the facilities of criminal groups believed to have been involved in scam operations.
Assistance for the program will be provided via the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime.
The plan includes providing each country’s investigative authorities with equipment to analyze data on criminals’ smartphones and personal computers. It also calls for the establishment of monitoring centers that function as intelligence hubs and generate analysis.
Japan’s ambassador to Thailand Otaka Masato attended the ceremony.
Let me end this piece by asking you readers: What is your reaction to this development? Do you think the assistance of Japan worth 500 million Yen will enable the nations of Cambodia, Thailand, Laos and Vietnam to do better in spotting and investigating the cross-border criminal activities? Do you consider Southeast Asia a hot spot of scam hubs?
The ambitious trade deal between America and Japan is beginning to take shape as the administration of US President Donald J. Trump unveiled the first set of multi-billion Dollar projects, according to a news report by Kyodo News.
To put things in perspective, posted below is an excerpt from the news report of Kyodo News. Some parts in boldface…
U.S. President Donald Trump’s administration said Tuesday that Japan will finance the production of synthetic diamonds and two energy projects worth about $36 billion as the initial tranche of investments under a deal reached last year following months of tariff negotiations.
Trump’s announcement that the three projects had been selected, as part of a $550 billion package that Japan committed to in exchange for his administration reducing tariffs on Japanese cars and other goods, was confirmed hours later by Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi.
“These projects are so large, and could not be done without one very special word, TARIFFS,” Trump wrote on his Truth Social platform. “America is building again. America is producing again. And America is WINNING again.”
Calling it a historic time for the United States and Japan, he said a critical minerals project will be carried out in Georgia, along with plans for an oil facility in Texas and power generation infrastructure in Ohio.
Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick said the United States and Japan will build the largest-ever natural gas infrastructure in Ohio, expected to produce 9.2 gigawatts of power, a deepwater crude oil export facility in the Gulf of Mexico and establish synthetic industrial diamond manufacturing capacity in the United States.
Lutnick said the deepwater facility is likely to generate $20 billion to $30 billion in U.S. crude oil exports annually.
Takaichi said on social media that the gas infrastructure will power artificial intelligence data centers, and the production of synthetic diamonds used in the semiconductor, auto and aviation industries is aimed at reducing the two countries’ overreliance on a specific country, without naming China.
“Going forward, Japan and the United States will continue working closely to further coordinate the details for implementing each project, ensuring their early and smooth execution,” Takaichi said in an X post.
Under a trade deal struck in July last year, Japan has committed to investing $550 billion in the United States by the end of Trump’s second term in January 2029.
Japan’s commitment comprises investments, loans and loan guarantees from Japanese government-backed financial institutions.
Japan’s industry minister Ryosei Akazawa told reporters in Tokyo that about $33.3 billion will be invested in the gas infrastructure, with Japanese companies such as Hitachi Ltd., Mitsubishi Electric Corp., Toshiba Corp. and SoftBank Group Corp. interested in participating in the project.
The project to increase U.S. crude oil exports is valued at $2.1 billion and the production of synthetic diamonds is worth $600 million, according to Akazawa, who mentioned Japanese firms such as Mitsui O.S.K. Lines Ltd., Nippon Steel Corp. and Asahi Diamond Industrial Co. in connection with these initiatives.
Last week, Akazawa and Lutnick agreed in Washington to speed up the selection process for the first round of investments, as the two countries prepare for Takaichi’s visit to the United States next month.
Japan and the United States have said that the investments will focus on strategic sectors, such as critical minerals, semiconductors, artificial intelligence and energy, to advance their national security interests and economic objectives.
The memorandum of understanding between Japan and the United States, signed by Akazawa and Lutnick in September last year, stipulates that Trump will ultimately choose projects recommended by an “investment committee” chaired by the commerce secretary and composed solely of U.S. officials.
Let me end this piece by asking you readers: What is your reaction to this development? Do you think the first projects of the US-Japan trade deal will create huge economic impact over the next few years? What other ambitious projects do you think Japan and America will focus on next?
Remember Japan’s commitment of investing $550 billion into core industries in the United States? The two great nations had a high-level meeting in Washington and they agreed to speed up the selection of the first round of investment projects under the multi-billion Dollar package before they are sent to US President Donald J. Trump for approval, according to a news report by Kyodo News.
To put things in perspective, posted below is an excerpt from the news report of Kyodo News. Some parts in boldface…
Japan and the United States agreed Thursday to speed up selection of the first round of investment projects under a $550 billion package that Tokyo committed to last year following months of tariff negotiations, with a summit of their leaders about a month away.
Hours after his meeting with U.S. Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick in Washington, Japanese industry minister Ryosei Akazawa told reporters a “significant gap” remained and more coordination was required to serve the mutual interests of the two countries.
“In conducting negotiations, we are naturally keeping in mind the goal of making Prime Minister (Sanae) Takaichi’s visit to the United States a fruitful one,” he said.
Akazawa’s meeting with Lutnick was believed to be part of last-ditch efforts to sort out the first batch of Japanese investment projects to be carried out in the United States, before they are sent to President Donald Trump for final approval.
Although Akazawa, who serves as economy, trade and industry minister, said there was some progress, neither side could unveil any specifics. While refusing to elaborate, he suggested differences remained over interest rates and business risk assessments.
“In a nutshell, as far as we are concerned, high-risk, high-return (investments), given that they also involve taxpayers’ money, are not something we are interested in,” he said.
The meeting with Lutnick took place a week after Trump said he would welcome Takaichi to the White House on March 19.
Under a trade deal struck in July last year, Japan has committed to investing $550 billion in the United States by the end of Trump’s second term in January 2029, in exchange for his administration reducing tariffs on Japanese cars and other goods.
The massive figure represents a combination of investments, loans and loan guarantees from Japanese government-backed financial institutions.
Japan and the United States have agreed that the forthcoming investments will focus on strategic sectors, such as critical minerals, semiconductors, artificial intelligence and energy, to support their national security interests and economic objectives.
For the initial tranche of investments, the construction of gas-fired power generation facilities for data centers, the production of synthetic diamonds used in the semiconductor industry and the development of a port are among the leading candidates, according to Japanese officials.
The memorandum of understanding between Japan and the United States, signed by Akazawa and Lutnick in September last year, stipulates that Trump will ultimately select projects recommended by an “investment committee” chaired by the commerce secretary and composed solely of U.S. officials.
Earlier in the process, the so-called consultation committee — comprising officials from both countries — is tasked with identifying potential investment projects.
The United States will forward investment projects that gain Trump’s endorsement to Japan for review, with Tokyo given 45 days to respond and transfer the necessary funds to Washington.
Let me end this piece by asking you readers: What is your reaction to this development? Do you think the two nations will reach an agreement over the first round of investment projects under the $550 billion package? Do you think the remaining challenges will be resolved in due time? Are you looking forward to Prime Minister Takaichi’s Washington visit and meeting with President Trump this March?
Now that the Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) won a great majority of the seats of Japan’s House of Representatives, Prime Minister Takaichi Sanae and her administration are now in a better position to implement policies to help the constituents and strengthen the nation, according to a news article by NHK World.
For insight, the LDP won 316 of the House of Representatives 465 seats. With the addition of the 36 seats won by the coalition partner Japan Innovation Party (JIP) – also referred to as Nippon Ishin no Kai – the grand total is 352 seats. This means the Prime Minister’s ruling coalition surpassed the two-thirds threshold required to overring the upper chamber (House of Councilors) and propose constitutional amendments. Very clearly, the voters of Japan have spoken and they want stability and the right direction for their country.
To put things in perspective, posted below is an excerpt from the news article of NHK World. Some parts in boldface…
Japan’s ruling Liberal Democratic Party overwhelmed the opposition for a historic victory in Sunday’s Lower House election.
Voters gave the LDP a massive majority of 316 seats, empowering Prime Minister Takaichi Sanae – who pledged to accelerate her policy agenda. This marked the first time in the postwar period that a single party secured more than two-thirds of the seats on its own.
But the largest opposition party, the Centrist Reform Alliance, lost a significant number of seats. Both of its co-presidents announced their resignations on Monday.
Takaichi vows to accelerate her policy agenda – The prime minister spoke with NHK about her plans after the landslide win.
She pledged to accelerate the implementation of what she calls “responsible and active fiscal policy,” while calling on opposition members to cooperate in areas where consensus can be reached.
A consumption tax cut was one of the major issues during the election campaign. The LDP had pledged not to apply the consumption tax to food items for a limited period of two years. Takaichi said she is eager to accelerate Diet discussions on the issue.
Asked about the cabinet, she said her current lineup is a good team.
“Just over three months have passed, but everyone is working hard and achieving results, so I am not thinking of changing it,” she added.
But she indicated that she would think about a cabinet position for the LDP’s coalition partner, the Japan Innovation Party, if the issue is raised.
Crushing defeat –The Centrist Reform Alliance, the largest opposition party, fell to a crushing defeat as it lost more than 100 seats. It held 172 prior to the election and was formed from two separate parties just before the poll.
For additional insight regarding the popularity of Prime Minister Takaichi and other related developments, watch the videos below.
Let me end this piece by asking you readers: What is your reaction to this development? Do you think Prime Minister Takaichi and her administration will come up with new and significant policies covering the economy, social norms and defense of the nation over the next twelve months? Do you sense a strong revival of Japan’s economy happening within the next few years? Do you think Communist China is now afraid of Prime Minister Takaichi being a more powerful Japanese leader? Do you think that the planned cooperation between Israel and Japan will proceed smoothly over the next six months?
Japanese Prime Minister Takaichi Sanae will continue to lead her nation as her political party the Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) is set to win a huge majority of the seats of the House of Representatives following the election that happened yesterday, according to a news report by Kyodo News. Already US President Donald J. Trump and Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni congratulated Takaichi (click here and here).
For insight, Takaichi dissolved the House of Representatives a few weeks ago and this led to a short but intense election campaign. The voters of Japan have spoken favoring Takaichi and her party. That being said, February 8 is a sad day for the Commies, the woke, the pro-China candidates, and the Islamists as the opposition fared badly.
To put things in perspective, posted below is an excerpt from the news article of Kyodo News. Some parts in boldface…
Japan’s Liberal Democratic Party led by Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi is set to win a big majority in the House of Representatives in Sunday’s election, early returns and Kyodo News projections show, an outcome largely driven by her personal popularity that clears the way for her to stay on.
The LDP, which has formed a coalition with the Japan Innovation Party, has secured at least 243 seats, well over the majority line of 233, in the 465-member lower house, up from 198 before the contest.
Amid prolonged inflation and a growingly severe international environment, Takaichi has promised to pursue a “responsible yet aggressive” fiscal policy and boost the nation’s defense capabilities.
The ruling camp is projected to secure at least 261 seats in the powerful chamber, clearing the threshold for chairing all standing committees and outnumbering the opposition in those panels, thus helping it to push through its legislative agenda.
The main opposition party, the Centrist Reform Alliance, formed in January by uniting lower house members of the Constitutional Democratic Party of Japan and the Komeito party, is set to lose a significant number of seats, according to early returns and projections.
Following media reports of the LDP’s victory, Takaichi hinted at no major change to the lineup of the Cabinet, launched less than four months ago, during a TV program.
But she said she hopes that the JIP, which decided not to take ministerial posts when forming the coalition in apparent reflection of a cautious stance toward the LDP, will fulfill “its responsibility together in the Cabinet.”
It remains unclear, however, whether the JIP, known as Nippon Ishin, can retain its pre-election strength of 34 seats in the lower house.
“It was an election in which we felt pressure from the LDP,” JIP leader Hirofumi Yoshimura told a press conference in his party’s home prefecture of Osaka in western Japan, adding that it had tried to convince voters that it had an important role to play in the coalition in the campaign.
The focus is now on whether the LDP-JIP camp can win a two-thirds majority, or 310 seats, in the lower house, which would allow it to initiate a proposal for amending the Constitution, the LDP’s long-held goal, to put to a national referendum.
Takaichi expressed her hope that “concrete plans” to amend the supreme law will be debated at parliament.
The Sanseito party, a populist group known for its “Japanese First” slogan, is expected to make big strides, while Team Mirai, which advocates adoption of digital technologies to enhance political participation, is set to secure its first seat in the chamber, according to the polls.
Takaichi, who has maintained high popularity since becoming Japan’s first female prime minister last October, had pledged to “immediately resign” as Japan’s leader if the coalition failed to secure a majority in the powerful lower chamber.
Nearly 1,300 candidates vied for the 465 seats, with 289 elected from single-seat constituencies and 176 through proportional representation, where seats are allocated for parties based on votes received in 11 regional blocks across Japan.
Early voting received a boost as a record 27.02 million people cast their ballots in the days prior to Sunday, up around 6 million from the previous election in 2024.
Voter turnout stood at 56.24 percent, likely up around 2 percent points from the previous race, according to an estimate by Kyodo News as of 9 p.m.
Japan held a general election in February for the first time in 36 years, a move by Takaichi that has drawn criticism because heavy snowfall in many parts of the country made campaigning difficult. Tokyo and its nearby areas also had snow on Sunday.
As ordinary households have been struggling to cope with the rising cost of living, major political parties have pledged to reduce tax burdens on the campaign trail.
Under Takaichi, a security hawk, the ruling parties also sought support for their aim to beef up the country’s defenses in the face of an increasingly severe security environment.
While her Cabinet enjoys high support ratings, the ruling bloc had only a razor-thin majority with the support of some independents in the lower house before it was dissolved late last month.
Even if the ruling bloc manages to meet its target of securing a majority in the lower house, it remains in a minority in the House of Councilors, or the upper house, meaning that opposition party support is critical in passing bills.
For additional insight, watch the Nippon TV news video below.
Let me end this piece by asking you readers: What is your reaction to this development? With her own party having secured a lot more seats in the House of Representatives of Japan, do you think Prime Minister Takaichi and her team will be in a better position to achieve their agenda? Are you surprised to see the Satanic Left, the woke and the Communists of Japan lose more seats in the election that just happened? Now that the elections are over, do you think the illegal immigrants/aliens as well as the foreign criminals in Japan would be compelled to leave the country?
In case you missed the news, the Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections (BSKE) – originally scheduled for this year – has officially been moved to November 2026 as Philippine President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos, Jr., signed into law a measure passed by Congress, according to a Manila Bulletin news report. Notably, the BSKE will be held every four years staring in 2026.
To put things in perspective, posted below is an excerpt from the news report of the Manila Bulletin. Some parts in boldface…
President Marcos has signed into law a measure extending the term of office for barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan (SK) officials to four years as he postponed the December 2025 BSK elections to November next year.
Republic Act No. 12232, signed by the President on Wednesday, Aug. 13, amends the current three-year term and limits barangay officials to a maximum of three consecutive terms in the same position. SK officials, meanwhile, are limited to one term.
Under the law, the next barangay and SK elections will be held on the first Monday of November 2026 and every four years thereafter. Winners will assume office on the first day of December following their election.
All incumbent barangay and SK officials will remain in their posts until their successors have been elected and qualified, unless they are removed or suspended for cause.
The measure bars incumbent barangay officials serving their third consecutive term from running for the same position in the 2026 polls. The same applies to SK officials who have already served their maximum term.
The Commission on Elections (Comelec) is mandated to issue implementing rules and regulations within 90 days from the law’s effectivity, which takes place immediately after publication in the Official Gazette or a newspaper of general circulation.
Let me end this post by asking you readers: What is your reaction to this recent development? Were you surprised to see the BSKE elections postponed again? What do you think of the new rules regarding the terms of service for barangay and SK officials?
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To put things in perspective, posted below is an excerpt from the Manila Bulletin news report. Some parts in boldface…
The Las Piñas Commission on Elections (Comelec) scheduled a satellite voter’s registration in nine areas in the city on August 1 to 10.
According to the Las Piñas Public Information Office (PIO), the satellite voter registration conducted by the Comelec will take place from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
The registration will be conducted from Mondays to Fridays, including Saturdays, Sundays, and Holidays, except when declared by the Comelec.
The Comelec will hold voter registration in the following areas: Metals Road, Camella 4 Subdivision in Barangay Pamplona Tres; Villar Gymnasium function room located at Barangay Talon Dos; Bernabe compound in Barangay Pulanglupa Uno; Gatchalian Subdivision in Barangay Manuyo Dos; Colours Town Marcos Alvarez; San Antonio Valley 17 in Barangay Talon Kuatro; Carmencita Village in Barangay Talon Tres; Almanza Dos Barangay Hall; and at Robinsons Mall ground floor located along Alabang-Zapote Road.
The Comelec advised residents to check their FB page on the dates when the mentioned areas will hold the voter satellite registration.
Let me end this piece by asking you readers: If you are a resident of Las Piñas City, what is your reaction to this development? How many people in your local community need to get registered with the local COMELEC office?
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In preparation for the next edition of the Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections (BSKE), the Commission on Elections (COMELEC) announced that the nationwide voter registration process will be held from August 1 to 10, 2025, according to a news article by the Philippine News Agency (PNA).
To put things in perspective, posted below is an excerpt from the PNA news article. Some parts in boldface…
The Commission on Elections (Comelec) has set the resumption of the nationwide voter registration next month for the conduct of the Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections (BSKE) later this year.
Comelec Chairperson George Garcia said the Commission’s seven-member panel has approved the holding of the 10-day voter registration activities from Aug. 1 to 10.
“The Commission en banc has approved the resumption of voter registration for the BSKE,” he said in an interview.
He noted that the resumption of the voter registration has been decided to ensure that those looking to vote in the village and youth polls will be able to vote, particularly those aged 15 to 17 years old.
“We are still waiting if the BSKE will push through or not. The problem is, if it pushes through on Dec. 1 and we have not conducted voter registration, we won’t have voters, especially in the 15 to 17 years old age group,” he explained.
President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. has yet to sign the proposed bill setting the terms of village and youth officials.
Let me end this post by asking you readers: What is your reaction to this recent development? Do you feel confident that the BSKE will push through this year? Are many voters aged 15 to 17-years-old in your local community eager to vote in the Sangguniang Kabataan polls?
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Sworn into office by Gaerlan were Brian Yamsuan as Parañaque District 2 Representative, Benjo Bernabe as Parañaque City Vice Mayor, Tess de Asis as Parañaque District 2 City Councilor, Binky Favis as Parañaque District 2 City Councilor and Shannine Olivarez as Parañaque District 1 City Councilor.
Brian Yamsuan sworn-in as Parañaque City District 2 Representative. (image captured from Brian Yamsuan Facebook page video)
Each of them was formally sworn in by turn and with the presence of their respective family members. Present during Benjo Bernabe’s taking of the oath of office was former Parañaque City Mayor Florencio “Jun” Bernabe. Bernabe’s turn can be viewed in full by clicking https://www.facebook.com/share/v/1ATYd4yrBC/
For the newcomers reading this, Parañaque City has two districts and each one has eight seats for the City Council. The Vice Mayor is elected throughout the city. The new term of office for those who got elected or re-elected will start on June 30, 2025.
Benjo Bernabe sworn in as Vice Mayor of Parañaque City. Present were members of his family, including former Mayor Florencio “Jun” Bernabe. (image captured from Benjo Bernabe Official Facebook page video)
The newly sworn-in Team Pag-Asa members showing their certificates in the presence of Supreme Court Associate Justice.Samuel Gaerlan.From left to right are Parañaque District 2 City Councilor Binky Favis, District 2 City Councilor Tess de Asis, District 1 City Councilor Shannine Olivarez, District 2 Representative Brian Yamsuan and Vice Mayor Benjo Bernabe. (photo source – Benjo Bernabe Facebook account)
Let me end this post by asking you readers: What do you think about this recent development? If you are a resident of Parañaque, are you hopeful that meaningful and positive reforms in the city will begin once the newly sworn-in Team Pag-Asa members take office?
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For historical context, different members of the influential Villar family represented Las Piñas in the House of Representatives since 1992, and there were also members who went on to get elected as Philippine Senators. Senator Cynthia Villar was first elected to the Senate in 2013 and her 2nd 6-year term is ending soon. Before she entered the Senate, she was also the city’s Congressional Representative. In the past election, Santos was the teammate of Mayor-elect April Aguilar. To get to know Santos better, check out his Facebook page by clicking https://www.facebook.com/KonsMark2022
To put things in perspective, posted below is an excerpt from the news article of ABS-CBN. Some parts in boldface…
Mark Antony Santos, the newly-elected congressional representative of Las Piñas, said Thursday it was “not in my wildest dreams” to challenge the Villar family’s decades-long hold in the post.
“Not in my wildest dream talaga na tumakbo and to fight against a well-entrenched family in Las Piñas,” he told ANC’s Headstart.
Santos was proclaimed Las Piñas congressman-elect after defeating Sen. Cynthia Villar. As of Thursday’s partial and unofficial count, Santos had obtained 108,206 votes while Villar only had 78,526 votes.
It was one of the most stunning upsets in the 2025 midterm polls considering that the Villars had occupied the said congressional post since 1992.
If you can imagine pinakamayaman, number 1 sa Forbes list… It’s a historical record sa Las Piñas, since 1992 nasa Villar ang mga congress representatives namin dito,” Santos said.
But Santos said he remained “grounded” and gave in to the public clamor for change.
“Kasi grounded tayo, nagkaroon tayo ng consultation. Siguro public clamor na rin ito for a change,” he said.
Santos was long-time councilor in the city, and aligned with the Aguilars, a family who is also related to the Villars.
The new congressman denied that his victory was only a result of the alleged infighting between the 2 political families, adding that he was an “independent” candidate.
Santos said his advocacy in the upcoming Congress is to push for socialized housing.
He said he hoped that his win could be an inspiration for leaders who were “never given a chance” due to the country’s political landscape.
“Maraming qualified na magagaling na tao. Pero dahil sa situation, political landscape, talagang wala eh, never given a chance. I hope sa susunod na eleksyon, pero alam mo, ano to kumbaga nagising na mga tao,” he said.
Let me end this piece by asking you readers: If you are a resident of Las Piñas City, what is your reaction to this development? Do you hope that the incoming Congressman Santos will initiate reforms to make new projects and improve the quality of service to the people of Las Piñas?
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