PCG must map assets to boost emergency response ops – Zubiri
Senator Juan Miguel Zubiri urged the Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) to map its programs and assets to enhance emergency response operations, particularly for tourism. This call comes as the Philippines advances the ratification and implementation of the International Convention on Maritime Search and Rescue.
This article requires PRO
This article is outside the free access window or is a special report. PRO unlocks it and the full archive.
Related articles
- Abra de Ilog Develops Ecotourism Plan for Luyang Baga Cave
The local government of Abra de Ilog in Occidental Mindoro is developing a sustainable ecotourism management plan for Luyang Baga Cave, aiming to protect the natural site while fostering community participation.
- 6-Hour Power Outage Scheduled for Parts of Ilocos Norte on November 8
Parts of Ilocos Norte will experience a six-hour power outage on Sunday, November 8, from 4:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. The National Grid Corporation of the Philippines (NGCP) will conduct maintenance on its transmission facilities.
- Viber, DOT Partner to Protect Provincial MSMEs from Scams
The Philippine Department of Tourism (DOT) and Rakuten Viber have launched a partnership to provide verified Viber Business accounts for provincial tourism operators. This initiative aims to protect travelers from online scams and expand market reach for MSMEs.
- Undas Unites Families in Honoring Departed
The annual Undas tradition in the Philippines serves as a time not only to honor departed loved ones but also for families to reunite and spend time together as relatives return to their hometowns. The Manila South Cemetery reported a generally peaceful observance.