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Continue reading →: Herbosa Sounds the Alarm: Daily HIV Cases Skyrocket to 55 in the PhilippinesBy Louis ‘Barok’ C. Biraogo In the dim corridors of the Department of Health, an urgent crisis unfolds with the chilling whisper of statistics: 55 new HIV cases emerge daily in the Philippines. Health Secretary Teodoro Herbosa stands at the forefront of this battle, confronting a surge that threatens the…
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Continue reading →: Setting the Standard: The Philippines’ Rise to Budgetary Transparency LeadershipBy Louis ‘Barok’ C. Biraogo In a world often besieged by tales of opacity and corruption, the Philippines has carved a radiant niche for itself in Asia, achieving an unprecedented accolade for budget transparency. The 2023 Open Budget Survey (OBS), conducted by the esteemed International Budget Partnership, casts a spotlight…
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Continue reading →: From Surplus to Strain: Unpacking the Philippines’ P15 Trillion Debt CrisisBy Louis ‘Barok‘ C. Biraogo In the complexity of fiscal health, few tales are as riveting—and as alarming—as that of the Philippines’ burgeoning debt, which now stands at a staggering P15.02 trillion. This eye-watering figure, reported by Keisha Ta-Asan of The Philippine Star, paints a sobering portrait of a nation…
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Continue reading →: From Ice to Inquiry: How Malayang Konsyumer Sparked a DTI InvestigationBy Louis ‘Barok’ C. Biraogo In a dramatic turn of events that underscores the power of vigilant advocacy, the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) has launched an investigation into DALI Everyday Grocery following allegations of deceptive practices. At the heart of this development is Malayang Konsyumer, an advocacy group…
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Continue reading →: Nibbled Away: China’s Subtle Siege of TaiwanBy Louis ‘Barok’ C. Biraogo Taiwanese Foreign Minister Lin Chia-lung’s recent alarm over China’s incremental aggression reflects a long-standing, high-stakes geopolitical struggle. Beijing’s strategy of military drills and diplomatic strangulation is not just an ominous display of power but an insidious campaign to reshape the status quo—one bite at a…
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Continue reading →: Illegal and Infuriating: China’s Brazen Fishing Ban in Philippine WatersBy Louis ‘Barok’ C. Biraogo In a world already reeling from geopolitical instability, China has chosen to impose a unilateral fishing ban that covers the Philippines’ maritime zones in the West Philippine Sea (WPS). This brazen act of aggression is a flagrant violation of international law and an affront to…
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Continue reading →: Pascual’s Challenge to the US and its Allies: Turning the Tide Against China’s Economic CoercionBy Louis ‘Barok’ C. Biraogo The geopolitical landscape of Southeast Asia is a turbulent sea, and at its heart lies the Philippines, a nation caught in the crosscurrents of ambition and aggression. As tensions with China intensify, Manila’s call for increased investment from the United States and its allies resonates…
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Continue reading →: Divorce Law: A Step Toward Compassion and Justice in the PhilippinesBy Louis ‘Barok’ C. Biraogo In a surprising yet commendable move, the House of Representatives in the Philippines has approved a bill legalizing divorce, setting the stage for a long-overdue debate on the matter in the Senate. This landmark decision stands to impact countless Filipinos trapped in untenable marriages, offering…
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Continue reading →: A Legal Battlefield: Vice President Sara Duterte and the P125 MillionBy Louis ‘Barok’ C. Biraogo In the convoluted alleys of Manila’s political landscape, a legal drama unfolds with Vice President Sara Duterte at its epicenter. The controversy is as multifaceted as it is contentious, revolving around the alleged misuse of a P125 million confidential fund, which has spurred a flurry…
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Continue reading →: Bridging Horizons: The Promise of the Samal-Davao ConnectorBy Louis ‘Barok’ C. Biraogo In the annals of infrastructural marvels, few projects capture the imagination quite like the Samal Island-Davao City Connector (SIDC) bridge. As the construction of this ambitious PHP23-billion project swings into full gear, it beckons a future of unity, economic prosperity, and unparalleled connectivity for the…
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