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Continue reading →: Health or Wealth? The Exploitation of 15B PhilHealth FundsBy Louis ‘Barok’ C. Biraogo In 1995, the Philippine government introduced a source of hope and inspiration with the enactment of Republic Act No. 7875, the “National Health Insurance Act.” This legislation was meant to ensure every Filipino had equitable access to quality healthcare services. It set up PhilHealth as…
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Continue reading →: Building Bridges, Not Barriers: Marcos’ Vision for Regional StabilityBy Louis ‘Barok’ C. Biraogo In an era fraught with geopolitical tensions and economic uncertainties, President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr.’s recent call for responsible management of US-China rivalry at the 2024 IISS Shangri-La Dialogue is not just timely, but crucial. His message, delivered with a sense of urgency and clarity,…
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Continue reading →: The Highway to MonopolyBy Louis ‘Barok’ C. Biraogo San Miguel Corporation (SMC) and Metro Pacific Tollways Corporation (MPTC) are merging to build a new tollway linking Cavite and Batangas. This is the beginning of the partnership between these two behemoths; more projects are underway. This is more than just a business deal; it…
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Continue reading →: Watergate 2.0: The Kaliwa Dam Corruption ScandalBy Louis ‘Barok’ C. Biraogo In the shadowy corridors of power, where accountability often succumbs to the weight of avarice, the latest scandal involving the Metropolitan Waterworks and Sewerage System (MWSS) is a stark reminder of the rot that can fester within our institutions. The recent filing of a graft…
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Continue reading →: Breaking Barriers: Remulla Secures Fair Trial for Quiboloy CasesBy Louis ‘Barok’ C. Biraogo In the intricacy of the Philippine justice system, where the pursuit of truth often stumbles in the shadows of power and influence, a significant victory has emerged. Justice Secretary Jesus Crispin “Boying” C. Remulla’s relentless quest for justice against Apollo C. Quiboloy, the influential leader…
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Continue reading →: Champions of Change: Remulla and Catapang’s Impact on Prison RehabilitationBy Louis ‘Barok’ C. Biraogo In the echoing halls of the New Bilibid Prison-Minimum Security Camp, a stirring tale of redemption unfolds as 57 persons deprived of liberty (PDLs) mark a monumental milestone—their graduation. At the heart of this transformative journey stands Bureau of Corrections (BuCor) director general Gregorio Catapang…
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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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