Malacañang: Gov’t workers to get 2024 performance bonus this year

Ruth Abbey Gita-Carlos 07/09/2026

MANILA — Malacañang on Thursday said eligible government employees are expected to get their 2024 Performance-Based Bonus (PBB) within the year. Palace Press Officer Claire Castro told reporters that funding for the 2024 PBB is already secured…

Malacañang on Dumanjug’s cellphone ban: Penalty may be unreasonable

Luisa Cabato 06/29/2026

MANILA, Philippines — Malacañang on Monday weighed on the “total ban” on cellphones in Dumanjug, Cebu, saying that while the intention is good, the penalty appears unreasonable. Under the new rule taking effect June 29, any cellphones…

Malacañang orders swift probe into drowning deaths of Ateneo athletes

Darryl John Esguerra 06/11/2026

MANILA – Malacañang on Thursday ordered a swift investigation into the drowning of two student-athletes of the Ateneo de Manila University amid reports and speculation surrounding the circumstances of their deaths.  Palace Press Officer Claire Castro stated that…

Cebu, Mandaue added to May 6–8 non-working days for Asean 2026

Pia Piquero 05/06/2026

CEBU CITY, Philippines — Malacañang expanded the coverage of special non-working days for the Asean Summit, adding Cebu City and Mandaue City to the areas placed under a three-day work suspension from May 6 to 8. The…

Rossana Fajardo’s ICI role meant to be ‘temporary’ — Malacañang

Zacarian Sarao - Reporter 12/26/2025

MANILA, Philippines — Rossana Fajardo’s role as commissioner in the Independent Commission on Infrastructure (ICI) was always meant to be “temporary,” according to the Malacañang’s press statement on Friday, December 26. Fajardo’s resignation followed just weeks after…

Marcos tapped appraisers for ‘clearer, updated’ SALN

Darryl John Esguerra - INQUIRER.net 11/20/2025

MANILA – On Thursday, the Malacañang Palace said President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. included a professional appraisal in his Statement of Assets, Liabilities, and Net Worth (SALN) to give the public a clearer, and updated picture of the…

Sara Duterte to public: Deliver floodwaters to Malacañang

Gillian Villanueva 07/23/2025

MANILA, Philippines — As several parts of the country continue to be affected by flooding due to heavy rainfall brought by the southwest monsoon or “habagat,” Vice President Sara Duterte suggested that the public can deliver the…

Malacañang on Parents Welfare bill: Gov’t has programs for seniors

07/19/2025

MANILA, Philippines — Malacañang told the public to look at government programs for elderly Filipinos amid criticisms that it failed to provide for their needs. In a press briefing on Friday, Palace Press Officer Claire Castro said…

Marcos orders ‘Bagong Pilipinas’ hymn, pledge during flag rites in gov’t, public schools

Melvin Gascon 06/10/2024

MANILA, Philippines — President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has ordered government offices and public schools to include the singing of the “Bagong Pilipinas” (“New Philippines”)  hymn and the reciting of the pledge during their flag ceremonies. This is intended…

Maharlika Fund board strategizes long-term growth plan in inaugural meet

Jerome Aning, Philippines 01/05/2024

The Maharlika Investment Corp. (MIC) board, overseeing the nation’s inaugural sovereign wealth fund, delved into fund capitalization and identified sectors for long-term economic and social development in their inaugural meeting this week, according to Malacañang on Thursday.…

Malacañang declares Jan 2 (Tuesday) is not a holiday

12/29/2023

MANILA, Philippines — There will be no holiday declaration for January 2 (Tuesday), said Malacañang on Friday. Asked by reporters if Palace will have an additional holiday declaration, Presidential Communications Office Secretary Cheloy Garafil said there was…

Sen. Risa Hontiveros urges Palace to work with ICC in a resolution

Charie Abarca 11/28/2023

  MANILA, Philippines — Senator Risa Hontiveros is urging Malacañang to cooperate with the International Criminal Court (ICC) and to accommodate the international tribunal’s bid to start its investigation into the human rights situation in the country.…

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