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Muntinlupa City sets guidelines and requirements for PWD ID cards issuance

March 12, 2025March 4, 2025carlocarrasco

Recently in the City of Muntinlupa, the requirements and guidelines for the issuance of identification cards to persons with disabilities (PWD) will be set very soon as a result of newly signed legislation, according to a Manila Bulletin news report.

To put things in perspective, posted below is an excerpt from the Manila Bulletin news report. Some parts in boldface…

The Muntinlupa City government approved an ordinance setting the requirements and guidelines for the issuance of IDs to persons with disabilities (PWD).

Ordinance No. 2025-310, enacted by the Muntinlupa City Council on Feb. 17, was signed by Mayor Ruffy Biazon on March 3.

The ordinance states that “the Muntinlupa Persons with Disability Affairs Office advocates the digitalization, verification and streamlining of the Person with Disability Identification Card issuance to protect the welfare and privileges of the genuinely identified Muntinlupa Persons with Disability.”

Muntinlupa’s Persons with Disability Affairs Office (PDAO) will issue the PWD IDs to eligible applicants.

Under the ordinance, PWDs “refer to people suffering from restrictions or different abilities as a result of mental, physical or sensory impairment to perform an activity in the manner or within the range considered normal for human beings.”

For the guidelines, requirements and other details, click https://mb.com.ph/2025/3/4/muntinlupa-lgu-sets-requirements-guidelines-for-issuance-of-pwd-i-ds

Let me end this post by asking you readers: What is your reaction to this recent development? If you are a resident of Muntinlupa City, do you think the new guidelines and requirements for the issuance of PWD IDs make sense? Do you think the guidelines and requirements will prove to be effective in preventing fraud?

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New 4-storey building at Las Piñas Nation Senior High School – Doña Josefa Campus inaugurated

March 11, 2025March 3, 2025carlocarrasco

Recently in the City of Las Piñas, the brand new four-storey school building at Las Piñas National Senior High School – Doña Josefa Campus in Barangay Almanza Uno was formally inaugurated with the presence of Mayor Imelda Aguilar, Vice Mayor April Aguilar and other officials, the City Government announced via social media.

To put things in perspective, posted below is an excerpt from the social media post of the City Government. Some parts in boldface…

The City of Las Piñas, led by Mayor Mel Aguilar and Vice Mayor April Aguilar, officially inaugurated a four-storey school building with a roof deck at the Las Piñas National Senior High School – Doña Josefa Campus in Barangay Almanza Uno.

The ceremony, held on Monday, February 24, marked another milestone in the city’s commitment to enhancing educational infrastructure, benefiting 400 students who are currently using the new facility.

The newly constructed building features a school auditorium and function hall on the ground floor, three science laboratories on the second floor, three computer laboratories on the third floor, and three classrooms on the fourth floor. Additionally, the roof deck houses a covered multipurpose hall, providing students with a space for various activities.

Also present at the event were City Councilors Mark Anthony Santos and Henry Medina, who joined Mayor Mel and Vice Mayor April in the ribbon-cutting ceremony and a walkthrough of the new facilities. School administrators, teachers, and students warmly welcomed the city officials, expressing their gratitude for the improved learning environment.

Mayor Mel Aguilar emphasized that the project is part of the local government’s ongoing efforts to upgrade school facilities and support students with modern learning spaces.

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 think the current administration will be able to inaugurate more educational facilities before the campaign period of the local elections begins?

You may answer in the comments below. If you prefer to answer privately, you may do so by sending me a direct message online.

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New investments worth P23.5 billion from Japanese companies pledged in connection with CREATE MORE

March 10, 2025March 6, 2025carlocarrasco

With the Corporate Recovery and Tax Incentives for Enterprises to Maximize Opportunities for Reinvigorating the Economy (CREATE MORE) Act already in effect, more than P23 billion in new investments was pledged by Japanese companies in connection with it, according to a Philippine News Agency (PNA) news article.

To put things in perspective, posted below is an excerpt from the news article of the PNA. Some parts in boldface…

Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) Secretary Ma. Cristina Roque said Wednesday the Corporate Recovery and Tax Incentives for Enterprises to Maximize Opportunities for Reinvigorating the Economy (CREATE MORE) law has attracted Japanese companies to invest in the country.

Roque and Special Assistant to the President for Economic Affairs and Investments Secretary Frederick Go visited Japan from March 3 to 4 to meet Japanese companies and business groups.

The DTI said during the visit, four companies pledged PHP23.5 billion worth of investments.

“Representing both the government and private sectors, those we engaged with expressed excitement and enthusiasm about collaborating with us, inspired by the positive developments they’ve heard about our country—our robust economic fundamentals and reformed policies and regulations,” Roque said.

“Specifically, what caught their attention was the recently enacted CREATE MORE law, which offers enhanced tax incentives, simplified processes, and greater opportunities for businesses to thrive in the Philippines,” she added.

Among Japanese companies that the Philippine government officials met include Ibiden Co., Ltd., Nidec Corp. and Sumitomo Corp.

The Philippine Trade and Investment Center (PTIC)-Tokyo told the Philippine News Agency that two of these companies are eyeing fresh investments in the country, while one of them is updating its three-year investment pledge.

DTI said Ibiden expressed its prospect for expanding its advanced substrate technologies operations, while Nidec eyes to expand its manufacturing footprint here.

On the other hand, Sumitomo renewed its commitment to collaborate with the Marcos administration’s infrastructure and clean energy goals.

Sumitomo’s project in the Philippines include the Metro Manila Subway Project, the MRT Line 3 maintenance contract, and the First Philippine Industrial Park.

Roque also had meetings with Fast Retailing Co. Ltd., the firm behind clothing brand Uniqlo, as well as the Japan Association of Corporate Executives (Keizai Doyukai) and the Japan Business Federation (Keidanren).

Let me end this post by asking you readers: What is your reaction to this recent development? Do you think the new investments pledged by Japanese companies in connection with CREATE MORE will influence many other foreign companies to invest in the Philippines this year?

You may answer in the comments below. If you prefer to answer privately, you may do so by sending me a direct message online.

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COMELEC declares that candidates are not required to attend election debates

March 6, 2025February 26, 2025carlocarrasco

As the May 2025 National and Local Elections slowly get closer, the Commission on Elections (COMELEC) declared that candidates are not required to attend debates, according to a news article by the Philippine News Agency (PNA).

To put things in perspective, posted below is an excerpt from the news article of the PNA. Some parts in boldface…

The Commission on Elections (Comelec) on Monday said participation of the national and local candidates in election debates is not mandatory.

“Requiring candidates to attend debates is not yet provided in the guidelines as we are still studying its constitutionality,” Comelec Chairperson George Garcia said in an interview. He said Comelec will not organize debates for the May 12 mid-term elections.

“The Comelec is not conducting these debates, but other groups and organizations. That is really up to them,” he said.

The poll body, however, said organizers must make sure that all candidates are invited to participate in the election debates.

“Not even one candidate should be excluded. Everyone must be invited,” he said.

Let me end this post by asking you readers: What is your reaction to this recent development? Do you think the COMELEC is right declaring that election candidates are not required to attend debates? Do you want to see the COMELEC itself organize debates for the candidates running for seats in the Philippine Senate? Do you prefer private entities such as business groups or homeowners associations to organize debates in relation to local elections?

You may answer in the comments below. If you prefer to answer privately, you may do so by sending me a direct message online.

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UBS Investment Bank Global Research economist sees Philippine economy growing by 5.9% this year

March 5, 2025February 26, 2025carlocarrasco

A senior economist of the UBS Investment Bank Global Research stated that the economy of the Philippines will grow better this year by 5.9%, according to a Philippine News Agency (PNA) news article. In 2024, the economy grew by 5.6%.

To put things in perspective, posted below is an excerpt from the news article of the PNA. Some parts in boldface…

Philippine economic growth is expected to accelerate this year on the back of higher investments and consumption, an economist of UBS Investment Bank Global Research said.

In a virtual briefing on Wednesday, UBS Investment Bank Global Research Senior ASEAN and Asia Economist Grace Lim said the Philippine economy is projected to grow by 5.9 percent this year from 5.6 percent in 2024.

“We see an improving growth outlook for the Philippines,” Lim said. “The underlying positive growth delta is driven by domestic demand as both investment and consumption accelerate in 2025.“

She said private investments would recover gradually as financial conditions become less restrictive and consumer sentiment gradually picks up. Solid labor income growth and the easing of food inflation will also help boost consumption growth.

“Consumption, as well, is likely to be positive amidst the improving fundamentals and the resilient labor market, which, I should add, is one of the most significant support for Philippines demand,” she said.

Lim said government spending and the continued growth in services exports would also support economic growth.

“What is also often underappreciated is the bright spot of services exports, especially in the BPO sector,” she said.

Lim said she expects the country’s BPO sector to remain resilient this year.

Higher tariffs – Asked about the impact of tariff trade escalation on the Philippine economy, Lim said the Philippines is in a “rather defensive market in the event of potential trade tariff escalation.”

“That’s because the Philippines is primarily domestic-oriented with investment as a percentage of GDP 23 percent, consumption over 70 percent. So not very trade-exposed,” she said.

She pointed out that in the case of trade tariff escalation, the Philippine peso could also be a relative outperformer in the region.

“That said, we do think that if tariffs are universal, then obviously there could be weaker prospects for currencies in general, but even in that scenario, it would not be a very big depreciation,” she said.

Let me end this post by asking you readers: What is your reaction to this recent development? Do you think the Philippine economy has what it takes to grow by at least 5.9% this year? Do you think that the national economy can withstand the effects of new tariffs?

You may answer in the comments below. If you prefer to answer privately, you may do so by sending me a direct message online.

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Malacañang declares March 27 a special non-working day in Las Piñas City in celebration of Founding and Cityhood anniversaries

March 4, 2025March 3, 2025carlocarrasco

Very recently in the City of Las Piñas, the City Government announced via social media that the date of March 27, 2025, has been officially declared by Malacañang Palace a special non-working day in the city in in celebration of the Founding Anniversary as well as the Cityhood Anniversary.

To put things in perspective, posted below is an excerpt from the social media post of the City Government. Some parts in boldface…

Malacañang has officially declared March 27, 2025, as a Special Non-Working Day, to give way for the celebration of the 118th Founding Anniversary and 28th Cityhood Anniversary of Las Piñas.

An opportunity to revisit the richness of our culture and history.

Posted below for your reference is the digital copy of the declaration from Malacañang.

*A digital copy of the document from Malacañang Palace shared online by the City Government of Las Piñas through its social media page.*

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? Are you happy that March 27 this year has been declared a special non-working day? How often do you remember the Founding Anniversary as well as the Cityhood Anniversary of Las Piñas? Do you believe that Las Piñas City will become an even more progressive and more competitive highly urbanized city (HUC) in the years to come?

You may answer in the comments below. If you prefer to answer privately, you may do so by sending me a direct message online.

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Over 700 residents of Barangay Pulang Lupa Uno served by Las Piñas Health and Wellness Caravan

March 4, 2025February 26, 2025carlocarrasco

Recently in the City of Las Piñas, more than seven hundred residents of Barangay Pulang Lupa Uno availed of varied services for free when the Health and Wellness Caravan happened in their local community, the City Government announced via social media.

To put things in perspective, posted below is an excerpt from the social media post of the City Government. Some parts in boldface…

The City of Las Piñas, through the City Health Office, continued its commitment to accessible healthcare by holding another Health and Wellness Caravan on Tuesday, February 18, at the Bernabe Covered Court in Pulanglupa Uno. Over 700 residents availed themselves of the free health services provided during the event.

The caravan offered a comprehensive range of services, including medical consultations, FBS/RBS screening, cholesterol examinations, chest X-rays, ECG, dental services, and nutrition counseling. In addition, residents benefited from risk assessments for non-communicable diseases, pneumococcal vaccinations for senior citizens, mobile birth registration, and assistance with Green Card and PhilHealth registration.

The event was made possible through the efforts of the City Health Office, under the leadership of Dr. Juliana Gonzalez, who emphasized the importance of preventive healthcare and the city’s proactive approach in addressing community health concerns. She highlighted that bringing healthcare services directly to the barangays ensures that more residents can access essential medical care and health education.

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 now possess a the green card from the City Government? When was the last time the Health and Wellness Caravan happened in your local community?

You may answer in the comments below. If you prefer to answer privately, you may do so by sending me a direct message online.

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Muntinlupa City declared as smart, sustainable and strong

March 4, 2025March 2, 2025carlocarrasco

This past weekend, the 30^th anniversary of the cityhood of Muntinlupa was celebrated with special activities. On the afternoon of March 1, Mayor Ruffy Biazon delivered his State of the City Address declaring Muntinlupa as a smart, sustainable and strong city, according to the Manila Bulletin news report.

To put things in perspective, posted below is an excerpt from the Manila Bulletin news report. Some parts in boldface…

Mayor Ruffy Biazon said Muntinlupa has become a smart, sustainable and strong city with the use of technology and innovation, and solutions that maximize resources.

“Today we celebrate the 30th year since our home town became a city. Today we can say that Muntinlupa has transformed into a city that is Smart, Sustainable, and Strong,” said Biazon in his State of the City Address during the 30th Muntinlupa cityhood anniversary celebration on March 1.

He said, “Smart because we are utilizing technology and innovation to make the government more efficient in the use of resources, faster in the delivery of services, more streamlined in its processes and make decisions based on data gathered through its systems.”

The mayor said Muntinlupa is “sustainable because we adopt solutions that help us maximize our use of resources but still remain mindful of the needs of future generations. Strong because we remain resilient in the face of calamities, crisis, and challenges that put to the test our determination to survive and succeed.”

Muntinlupa became a highly-urbanized city with the signing of Republic Act 7926 on March 1, 1995.

In his speech, he mentioned what the city government has done since he assumed office in 2022 and the plans that will be implemented under his 7K Agenda.

“While we have come a long way from what was described as a sleepy town to a bustling, modern, highly urbanized city that it is now, the character of its people remains rooted in the traditional values of caring for the community, goodwill towards each other, and earning your keep through hard work,” he said.

He added, “Coming at the heels of the successes of those who laid the city’s foundation, we ask ourselves: what else can we do to achieve greater accomplishments? We ask this not to just simply outdo those we followed, but more to push ourselves to break new ground, find new paths and create through innovation.”

Kaunlaran (Development) – Under his “Kaunlaran” agenda, the mayor envisions Muntinlupa to be a “Model Smart Urban Village” of the region.

“We crafted our vision to visualize a future that we want for our people. But as I quote during my previous addresses – ‘The best way to predict the future is to create it,’” he said.

This year, he said, the city government is updating the Comprehensive Land and Water Use Plan and Zoning Ordinance, which “will provide a framework for the City’s physical development, and the smart and efficient allocation of land and water resources for various uses.”

The city government will implement key e-governance projects, including the Citizens’ Database and Muntizen ID, “a city-wide database and unified ID Card System to record and monitor the city’s population and migration information, as well as the provision and availment of City Government’s social, educational and medical benefits to our citizens.”

The city will also have the Centralized Geographic Information System (CGIS), “a software to map and digitalize geographic data of the City.”

Improving the MUNCONNECT, Muntinlupa’s public wi-fi system located in schools, business establishments and government facilities, is also being planned.

Biazon said the city government’s efforts were recognized through various awards including the Seal of Good Local Governance for the third consecutive year and ranking fourth among all highly-urbanized cities in the country in the Cities and Municipalities Competitiveness Index.

He thanked the business sector as the city government surpassed its business tax collection target in 2024, reaching P2.4 billion.

“Through our programs on business permit registrations complimented by ‘Ease of Doing Business’ strategies, we made sure that Muntinlupa is a City that remains Business-Friendly and attractive for new and thriving investment opportunities,” he said.

Let me end this post by asking you readers: What is your reaction to this recent development? If you are a resident of Muntinlupa City, are you delighted with what the City Government achieved and how it rendered public service? Do you feel confident that Muntinlupa will keep on progressing and become even more competitive with other cities of the nation over the next ten to fifteen years?

You may answer in the comments below. If you prefer to answer privately, you may do so by sending me a direct message online.

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More investors expected in relation to newly signed CREATE MORE IRR

February 28, 2025February 26, 2025carlocarrasco

In connection with the recent signing of the implementing rules and regulations (IRR) of the Corporate Recovery and Tax Incentives for Enterprises to Maximize Opportunities for Reinvigorating the Economy (CREATE MORE) Act, a director of the Philippine Economic Zone Authority (PEZA) expects more investors to come in, according to a news article by the Philippine News Agency (PNA).

To put things in perspective, posted below is an excerpt from the news article of the PNA. Some parts in boldface…

Philippine Economic Zone Authority (PEZA) Director General Tereso Panga is expecting more investors to put up their businesses in economic zones across the country following the signing of the implementing rules and regulations (IRR) of the Corporate Recovery and Tax Incentives for Enterprises to Maximize Opportunities for Reinvigorating the Economy (CREATE MORE) Act.

Panga said the IRR provides clarity for the smooth implementation of the law.

“It is a product of conjoined efforts that will surely attract more interest in the Philippines and paves the way for future investment growth,” Panga said in a statement Wednesday.

On Feb. 17, Finance Secretary Ralph Recto and Trade Secretary Ma. Cristina Roque led the signing of the CREATE MORE’s IRR.

The IRR supports PEZA’s mandate of driving investment growth into the country, promote sustainable development in the countryside, and create more jobs.

“The CREATE MORE Act refines the investment landscape of the Philippines to be at parity with other countries,” he said.

“With these new policies in place, coupled with the positive attributes already presented by our country and the various advantages like a communications-ready skilled workforce, a conducive business environment and a whole-of-government approach, it is without doubt that new investors will come in and old investors will choose to stay for the long haul,” he added.

Let me end this post by asking you readers: What is your reaction to this recent development? Do you think the newly signed IRR of CREATE MORE will result in more investors to come into the Philippines and put up businesses in economic zones?

You may answer in the comments below. If you prefer to answer privately, you may do so by sending me a direct message online.

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Roughly 1,200 residents of Barangay BF International – CAA served by Las Piñas Health and Wellness Caravan

February 25, 2025February 17, 2025carlocarrasco

Recently in the City of Las Piñas, around one thousand and two hundred residents of Barangay BF International – CAA availed of the varied services when the Health and Wellness Caravan happened in their local community, the City Government announced via social media.

To put things in perspective, posted below is an excerpt from the social media post of the City Government. Some parts in boldface…

The City of Las Piñas, through the City Health Office, conducted another Health and Wellness Caravan on Thursday, February 13, at the CAA Elementary School Main in BF International / CAA. Nearly 1,200 residents availed themselves of free health services during the event.

The caravan provided a range of medical services, including consultations, FBS/RBS screening, cholesterol examination, chest X-rays, ECG, dental services, and nutrition counseling. Additional services included risk assessments for non-communicable diseases, pneumococcal vaccination for senior citizens, mobile birth registration, and assistance with Green Card and PhilHealth registration.

City Vice Mayor April Aguilar and City Councilor Mark Anthony Santos graced the event, along with Alelee Aguilar and other local leaders. Their presence underscored the city’s dedication to providing accessible and quality healthcare for all residents. As an early celebration of Valentine’s Day, supporters of Vice Mayor Aguilar also presented her with roses to express their appreciation for her continued service.

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 want to avail of the services of the Health and Wellness Caravan? Are you satisfied with the way the City Government is serving your local community?

You may answer in the comments below. If you prefer to answer privately, you may do so by sending me a direct message online.

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