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Protecting the country’s sovereignty Z Factor
by Joe Zaldarriaga - July 26, 2024 - 12:00am
During his third State of the Nation Address, President Marcos received a standing ovation from members of Congress after a compelling statement on the contentious issue of the South China Sea, known locally as the...
MVP: Nation-builder
by Joe Zaldarriaga - July 18, 2024 - 12:00am
On the first morning of his birthday, business tycoon and philanthropist Manuel V. Pangilinan or MVP as he is popularly known, shared a photo of himself in a room overlooking a lush landscape, where he is “working...
Advocating for animal welfare
by Joe Zaldarriaga - July 11, 2024 - 12:00am
While on a weekend stroll in Makati City, I came upon animal feeders for cats strategically placed across a popular shopping mall- a welcome development that I hope can be replicated in other parts of the city, the...
Ripple effect of reliable electricity service
by Joe Zaldarriaga - July 4, 2024 - 12:00am
As the world continues to progress with many technological innovations, we often overlook a basic need that surprisingly, remains as scarcity for some: stable electricity service. Despite advancements in society,...
Roads to progress
by Joe Zaldarriaga - June 27, 2024 - 12:00am
Significant infrastructure developments made headlines recently, with none other than President Marcos gracing the inauguration event of a new connector road and the groundbreaking of two more projects set to drastically...
Enhancing rail connectivity
by Joe Zaldarriaga - June 20, 2024 - 12:00am
In a recent business forum with international participants, President Marcos confidently stated that the government is tirelessly working to upgrade and improve the Philippines’ transportation system, in the...
Nuclear for energy security
by Joe Zaldarriaga - June 13, 2024 - 12:00am
The Philippines is facing a critical point in how the country shapes its energy future.
For progress
by Joe Zaldarriaga - June 6, 2024 - 12:00am
With the Philippines working to become an upper middle-income economy in the coming years, it is undeniable that the private sector plays a vital role in pursuing growth initiatives and driving innovation at th
Beyond price
by Joe Zaldarriaga - May 30, 2024 - 12:00am
The Philippines is poised to conduct its first-ever online voting for overseas Filipinos next year, marking a significant milestone in the nation’s electoral history and demonstrating a strong commitment to...
Lighting the path toward long-term energy stability
by Joe Zaldarriaga - May 23, 2024 - 12:00am
In discussions of economic development, energy security often finds itself relegated on the sidelines behind infrastructure, agriculture and education.
Balance in synergies: Ensuring effective public-private partnership
by Joe Zaldarriaga - May 16, 2024 - 12:00am
Partnerships between the government and the private sector have long been a cornerstone of economic growth, both in the Philippines and globally.
Public service is a public trust
by Joe Zaldarriaga - May 9, 2024 - 12:00am
The emergence of a science-based government agency in corruption headlines is more than just surprising – it’s actually unexpected. Instances of misconduct in public office usually do not involve organizations...
Pragmatic approach to energy security
by Joe Zaldarriaga - May 2, 2024 - 12:00am
In the midst of surging power demand and concerns over energy security, the importance of a more resilient and robust energy infrastructure in maintaining reliable supply for the Philippines has taken center st...
Charting a course for energy security
by Joe Zaldarriaga - April 25, 2024 - 12:00am
Midway through the dry season, the Philippine Atmospheric Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration has already issued warnings of dangerously escalating heat indexes. Consequently, this forecast signals...
On track for positive change
by Joe Zaldarriaga - April 18, 2024 - 12:00am
After the midweek holiday break last week, EDSA, Metro Manila’s main thoroughfare, once again resembled a huge parking lot with vehicles at a standstill as many rushed back to the city from the short brea...
Collaborative solutions for surging energy needs
by Joe Zaldarriaga - April 11, 2024 - 12:00am
The onset of the dry season coincides with the nation grappling with the continued effects of El Niño, anticipated to persist until May, according to national weather bureau PAGASA.
Light at the end of the runway
by Joe Zaldarriaga - April 4, 2024 - 12:00am
During the peak of the Holy Week exodus, the Ninoy Aquino International Airport once again grabbed public attention for all the wrong reasons.
Killua
by Joe Zaldarriaga - March 28, 2024 - 12:00am
News on the brutal killing of Killua, the Golden Retriever from Bato, Camarines Sur, has ignited a wave of public outcry, particularly among animal-loving Filipinos.
Improving healthcare access for individuals deprived of liberty
by Joe Zaldarriaga - March 21, 2024 - 12:00am
The Philippines is confronted with the stark reality of being ranked third in terms of prison overcrowding globally, highlighting a pressing concern: individuals deprived of liberty face dire living conditions that...
NAIA takes flight with SMC’s modernization
by Joe Zaldarriaga - March 14, 2024 - 12:00am
The very first thing tourists see when they land in the country is the airport. This is why a much-anticipated development of the Ninoy Aquino International Airport now set to undergo privatization and modernization,...
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