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Gatchalian worried for security of critical infrastructure amid cyberattacks

Senator Sherwin Gatchalian on Tuesday expressed concern for the security of critical public service infrastructure following the recent cyberattacks on government agencies, and said he wants the DICT’s confidential funds restored to its proposed 2024 budget. In an interview with reporters, Gatchalian said the hacking of government sites appears to be “organized,” and seem to […]
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Makati mayor Binay named to UN local governments advisory body

Makati City Mayor Abby Binay has been appointed to United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres’ Advisory Group on Local and Regional Governments. In a letter, Guterres said he expects Binay and the other members to contribute to the field of multi-level governance “to advance the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development and the New Urban Agenda.” The […]
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Comelec to BSKE 2023 candidates, supporters: Be cautious with campaign materials

With just a week before the start of the campaign period for the barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan elections (BSKE), the Commission on Elections on Wednesday reminded candidates of the campaign spending limit and which campaign materials they may use. Campaigning is allowed from October 19 to 28. During this period, candidates may spend up to […]
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Senate has no confidential funds in 2023, says official

Senate Secretary Renato Bantug Jr. on Tuesday denied allegations that the upper chamber has P331 million confidential funds for 2023. Bantug issued the statement amid “social media posts” which he said are “deliberately misleading and maliciously presented by some personalities who seek to malign and tarnish the reputation of an institution currently taking a long, […]
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