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Fitch affirms PHL investment-grade rating, but keeps outlook ‘negative’

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By Bianca Cuaresma

NTERNATIONAL credit watcher Fitch Ratings announced on Friday that it is keeping its investment-grade rating of the Philippines steady amid the lingering disruptions caused by the pandemic on the economy. Fitch’s outlook on the affirmed rating, however, was kept “negative” as it cited the continuing risk that the satisfactory economic indicators may decline within the policy horizon of a year to 18 months.

Reacting to the development, economic managers issued separate statements defending the Philippine economy’s performance, with Finance Secretary Carlos Dominguez noting the country’s debt level remained manageable in 2021 and is seen to remain so this year.

Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) Governor Benjamin Diokno, meanwhile, said price and financial stability will help sustain Philippine economic recovery and growth.

Fitch Ratings affirmed the Philippines’ Long-Term ForeignCurrency Issuer Default Rating (IDR) at “BBB”, citing the country’s economic gains and sustained recovery from the pandemic.

The credit watcher forecasts the country’s gross domestic product (GDP) growth to recover to 6.9 percent this year and rise further

percent of 54 million target individuals had been fully vaccinated as of December 2021], falling Covid-19 infection numbers, normalized economic activity—particularly in services—after tight containment measures in 2020 and part of 2021,” Fitch Ratings said.

“The fiscal and monetary policy response, strong infrastructure spending and resilient remittances and exports is also boosting the recovery,” it added.

The Philippines has maintained the same rating from Fitch, as with the ratings of other debt watchers, throughout the pandemic, despite several downgrades for other countries during the same period.

Negative outlook

DIOKNO: “Besides improvement in the Covid situation amid rising vaccination rates, we also see that rising credit activities and a favorable inflation outlook will support growth moving forward.”

to 7 percent in 2023. Last year, the country’s growth numbers were at 5.6 percent.

“This should be supported by a pick-up in vaccination rates [92

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HOWEVER, Fitch assigned a negative outlook to the rating. A negative outlook means the rating could be subject to a downgrade if economic indicators in the country start to deteriorate in the policy horizon of about 12 to 18 months.

“The negative outlook reflects uncertainty about medium-term growth prospects as well as possible challenges in unwinding the policy response to the health crisis and bringing government debt on a firm downward path,” Fitch Ratings said.

Among the flagged indicators in the country are lagging per capita income and governance, weak government revenue mobilization and sharp rise in the government’s debt-to-GDP ratio.

Fitch also said there are downside risks to their positive growth forecast scenario for the country.

“Downside risks to the economic recovery stem from potential pandemic-related scarring effects on medium-term growth prospects and the risk of further Covid-19 waves from new variants,” Fitch said.

“Presidential elections scheduled for May 2022 also create uncertainty around the post-election fiscal and economic strategy, although we assume broad policy continuity will be maintained given the Philippines’ record of a generally sound policy framework,” it added.

The ratings agency added that these factors could lead to a negative rating action: reduced confidence in a return to strong medium-term growth, failure to reduce the government debt-to-GDP ratio and the deterioration in external indicators, including foreign-currency reserves, current account deficit and net external debt.

Meanwhile, a positive rating action from Fitch could result from sustained broadening of the government’s revenue base and strengthening of governance standards.

to future generations unsustainable debt,” Dominguez said.

“Estimated to have reached around 54 percent of GDP in 2021, the general government’s debt remains manageable, and we expect this to remain at around the same level this year and the next,” he added.

For his part, Diokno said price and financial stability will help sustain Philippine economic recovery and growth.

“Besides improvement in the Covid situation amid rising vacci-

nation rates, we also see that rising credit activities and a favorable inflation outlook will support growth moving forward,” Diokno said.

“The Philippine banking system has kept the impact of the crisis manageable. Philippine banks continue to serve the rising demand for credit. We also expect inflation to stay well within the target range of 2 to 4 percent this year up to 2024, which will provide an enabling environment for consumption and investments,” he added.

Economic managers defend PHL

IN a separate statement, Dominguez said the country’s debt level remained manageable in 2021.

“The government has accommodated the huge cost of Covid-19 crisis response to help vulnerable sectors survive and recover from the crisis....

We are also mindful not to pass on

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Risk of a Ukraine war spreading in Europe rests on unknowns

By Robert Burns | The Associated Press

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ASHINGTON—A Russian invasion of Ukraine would be devastating and a wider European war even worse. Whether a larger war happens would depend partly on Russian President Vladimir Putin’s ambitions, partly on the West’s military response and partly on plain luck.

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y great fear is that we go down a slippery slope that nobody wants.”

—Jim Townsend, the Pentagon’s top Europe and NATO policy official throughout the Obama administration

Although US and European officials have said for days that a Russian invasion appeared imminent, Putin’s government on Tuesday publicly welcomed further security talks with the West.

It also announced that some of its forces bracketing Ukraine will be returning to their regular bases, although the United States and its allies said Wednesday they saw no sign of a promised pullback and it was too early to tell whether the threat had receded.

Unpredictability factor

WAR by its nature is unpredictable, and the stakes are enormous, not just for an overmatched Ukraine but for Europe and the United States. At risk, arguably, is the European security order established after World War II and then altered peacefully with the reunification of Germany, the demise of

A VIEW of Ukraine’s national flag waving above the capital with the Motherland Monument on the right, in Kyiv, February 13, 2022. AP/EFREM LUKATSKY

communism in Eastern Europe, the collapse of the Soviet Union and the expansion of NATO. President Joe Biden has said he will not fight Russia in Ukraine, nor would America’s NATO allies.

So a Russian invasion would not automatically trigger a wider war.

But if Putin took his offensive beyond Ukraine’s borders onto NATO territory, the United States could get drawn into it. That’s because Washington is obliged by the North Atlantic Treaty to defend its allies, some of whom fear they are Russian targets.

“Make no mistake. The United States will defend every inch of NATO territory with the full force of American power,” Biden said Tuesday. “An attack against one NATO country is an attack against all of us.”

Biden also said that if any American in Ukraine is targeted by Russia, “We will respond forcefully.”

Beyond the seemingly unlikely scenario of Putin deliberately extending an invasion beyond Ukraine, there is a risk that even a limited war could spread as a result of an accident, a miscalculation or a misunderstanding. Once the fighting started, a bit of bad luck could lead to more conflict.

Incidents

AN incident between American and Russian aircraft over the Mediterranean Sea that came to light Wednesday offered a glimpse at how even routine military movements can lead to unsafe results.

US officials complained to Russia through diplomatic channels about three incidents last weekend in which American reconnaissance aircraft reported what they called unprofessional intercepts by Russian fighter aircraft.

In one case, a Russian SU-35 was reported by American crewmembers to have flown within about 5 feet of a Navy P-8A plane, according to a US defense official who spoke on condition of anonymity to provide details beyond a Pentagon statement.

Even if Putin were to back off in coming days and pursue a negotiated path to his security goals, the enormous tension created by his buildup of forces on Ukraine’s borders could have a lasting impact elsewhere in Europe.

US allies on NATO’s eastern front, particularly the Baltic states of Estonia, Latvia and Lithuania, which were

IN this photo taken from video provided by the Russian Defense Ministry Press Service on February 15, 2022, Russian army tanks move back to their permanent base after drills in Russia.

In what could be another sign that the Kremlin would like to lower the temperature, Russia’s Defense Ministry announced Tuesday that some units participating in military exercises would begin returning to their bases. RUSSIAN DEFENSE MINISTRY PRESS SERVICE VIA AP

once part of the Soviet Union, may press for a bigger and more permanent US military presence.

Scenarios

A FULL range of scenarios for ending the Ukraine crisis and managing relations with Russia will be on the table Wednesday when US Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin joins a two-day meeting of NATO defense ministers in Brussels. Austin is expected also to meet jointly with his counterparts from the three Baltic states.

Biden has ordered about 5,000 extra troops, including a senior Army general, to Europe to demonstrate US commitment to eastern flank allies like Poland and Romania that share borders with Ukraine. Some of those extra soldiers include elements of an airborne infantry combat brigade in southern Poland, not far from the Ukrainian border, preparing for the possibility of being asked to temporarily house and assist civilians who would flee Ukraine in the event of a Russian invasion.

Aside from the risk of an unintended or unexpected incident along Ukraine’s western borders, the scope of Russia’s military buildup and its options for disrupting Ukrainian and Western communications offer possibilities for an escalation that could draw in the United States.

James Stavridis, a former chief commander of NATO forces in Europe and a retired Navy admiral, says two wild cards in the Ukraine crisis are the prospect of an escalation to cyberwar and the possibility of an

unintended escalation in the Black Sea, where Ukraine’s small fleet is caught between the bigger navies of Russia and NATO nations.

“A missile that goes astray and strikes a non-combatant, say a US destroyer, could be explosive,” Stavridis said.

He believes cyber warfare would be a central feature of any Russian attack on Ukraine, with the United States and its allies attempting to protect the Ukrainian military’s ability to communicate with and command forces in the field, and to preserve the electric grid and other civilian infrastructure.

“That could easily lead to Russian retaliation in the cyber world, broadening the conflict quickly and dangerously,” Stavridis said.

Biden cited a similar unconventional danger. “If Russia attacks the United States or our allies through asymmetric means, like disruptive cyber attacks against our companies or critical infrastructure, we’re prepared to respond,” he said.

Jim Townsend, who was the Pentagon’s top Europe and NATO policy official throughout the Obama administration, said he sees little chance that Putin would deliberately extend an offensive beyond Ukraine unless he believed Biden would be unwilling to go to war to defend NATO allies.

More likely, he said, is an unintended scenario such as a Western military aircraft getting shot down along the border.

“My great fear is that we go down a slippery slope that nobody wants,” he said.

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Macalintal chides Comelec for forgetting SC ruling, urges halt to ‘Oplan Baklas’

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OLITICAL parties, candidates and constitutionalists have gotten strong legal backing from veteran election lawyer Romulo B. Macalintal in their dispute with the Commission on Elections regarding its controversial “Oplan Baklas” drive to tear down illegal— mostly for being oversized—election materials, even those inside private property.

T he Come le c , M ac a l i nt a l stressed, “has no power to remove campaign materials posted by noncandidates on their private properties even if such materials do not comply with the size prescribed by the Comelec, without notice and hearing or without giving them the opportunity to be heard.”

T he election law yer ca l led untenable and unconstitutional Comelec’s position that Section 28 of its Resolution No. 10730 had provided it can “motu proprio (on its own) immediately order the removal of such campaign materials” because it denied said non-candidates their fundamental right to due process. He chided Comelec for having “easily forgotten how it was reminded by the Supreme Court (SC) in the 2015 case of Timbol vs Comelec that while it may have “motu proprio” power, the same could only be exercised after due notice and hearing.”

The SC, added Macalintal, held that “this motu proprio authority is always subject to the (person’s)

opportunity to be heard—an essential element of procedural due process. In election cases, due process requirements are satisfied when the parties are afforded fair and reasonable opportunity to explain their side of the controversy at hand.” Such campaign materials are properties of the owners and they cannot be deprived of their constitutional right to use it without due process, he stressed.

Macalintal urged Comelec to immediately stop tearing down alleged oversized campaign materials posted on private properties with the consent of the owners who are non-candidates, without notice and hearing.

Meanwhile, he said Section 9 of Republic Act No. 9006 pertaining to Comelec’s power to regulate the posting of campaign materials “only applies to candidates and political parties” as held by the SC in the 2015 case of Diocese of Bacolod vs Comelec.

“Surely [such] provision of RA 9006 does not give the Comelec the authority to prescribe the size of a campaign material that a person could post on his own private property,” he said.

The SC had added that the “2 feet by 3 feet size, at certain distances, if cannot be read by the general public would render speech meaningless. It will amount to the abridgment of speech with political consequences.”

3 PAF personnel killed, 1 hurt in QC road crash

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he Philippine Air Force (PAF) has confirmed that three of its enlisted personnel were killed while another one was injured when their vehicle smashed into a concrete barrier at the southbound lane of the Edsa in Quezon City early Friday.

“The accident involved four PAF personnel, wherein three were confirmed dead. The only survivor was brought to a hospital for immediate medical treatment,” PAF spokesperson Lt. Col. Maynard Mariano said in a news statement.

Killed were Airman 1st Class (A1C) Aaron Cabarle, A1C Angelo Sabado, and A1C Kyle Justine Velasco, all assigned at the PAF’s main headquarters in Villamor Air Base, Pasay City.

The injured survivor was identified as Airman Second Class (A2C) Manuel Ognes.

Mariano said the accident is now under investigation and no details yet as to the circumstances which led to the mishap.

Initial reports from the Quezon City Police District Cubao Police Station said the accident took place around 1:59 a.m. along Edsa corner North Road, Barangay Bagong Lipunan Crame.

Ognes was driving a Honda City (NDR 7213) when the accident occurred. They were heading towards Ortigas Avenue when they accidentally hit the concrete and plastic barriers.

Witnesses were able to pull out the driver from the car before it burst into flames.

“The other passengers (deceased) remained inside the vehicle,” Cubao Police Station commander Col. Elizabeth Jasmin said in the report. PNA

Group presses freeze of 12% VAT on petroleum products

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HE Samahang Industriya ng Agrikultura (SINAG) is pressing for the suspension of the 12-percent value added tax (VAT) on petroleum products, citing the steady spike in oil prices fueling inflation seen to derail recovery from the pandemic.

According to SINAG chairman Rosendo So, they are only seeking a four-month petrol VAT suspension enough to bring down food prices in the market.

He reminded that farmers are also using petrol products for their farm machineries, just like the fishermen who also need to buy gasoline for their fishing boats.

The SINAG chairman suggested that the government can very well absorb the foregone revenue from VAT suspension on oil products.

He added that the annual revenue collected from petrol VAT range at P32-billion for the whole year, noting this means “only ¼ or 25 percent is likely to be foregone from the proposed VAT suspension.”

Still, the SINAG chairman asserted this could be recovered, citing as example the restoration of tariff rates on imported pork.

He recalled the rates were cut by Malacañang last year over the objections of local hog raisers.

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Senate leaders press full-blown probe into ‘disappearance’ of cockfight bettors

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he Senate leadership affirmed Friday full support for the initiative of first-term Senator Ronald “Bato” de la Rosa to conduct a full-blown inquiry into the reported mysterious disappearance of 29 cockfighting aficionados.

T h is developed a s Just ice Secretar y Menardo Guevar ra ordered the National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) late Thursday to investigate the case of the missing “sabungeros.”

Guevarra directed NBI Officer in Charge Eric Distor to look into “and if evidence warrants, to file the appropriate charges against all persons involved and found responsible.”

Senate President Tito Sotto III and Senator Panfilo Lacson assured in separate news statements they are backing a Senate probe set to be spearheaded by de la Rosa who, like Lacson, was a former Philippine National Police (PNP) chief.

The Lacson-Sotto presidential tandem running under the Partido Reporma ticket vowed to take a break from their campaign sorties, giving priority to ensure justice for the missing cockfighting enthusiasts.

De la Rosa, now presiding over the Senate Committee on Public Order and Dangerous Drugs, like Lacson who was a former PNP chief before him, is expected to convene an initial hearing anytime soon.

In their regular “Meet the Press” conference on Thursday, the Lacson-Sotto tandem said the “sabong” enthusiasts should be found right away because their lives were at stake.

Some family members had already approached the longtime public ser vants for help in f ind ing t he “sabungeros,” who were first reported missing Januar y 14.

“So, ako, hindi na kasi ako ‘yung chairman ng public order and illegal drugs sa Senate. Kung ako ‘yung chairman, I think we should call for a Senate inquiry, kasi medyo malala na talaga,” Lacson said.

(I am no longer the chairman of the Senate public order and illegal drugs [committee]. If I were still the chairman, I think we should call for a Senate inquiry because it has gotten out of hand.)

Sotto said they received information that some of the relatives of the missing persons wanted to divulge something about the e-sabong (electronic or internet cockfighting operation).

“So, we’ll find ways to be able to talk to them and if necessary, if none of the members of the Senate presently are not interested, we can always ask the chairman of the Committee on Games to conduct an investigation or hearing from that,” Sotto, the vice presidential candidate added.

Earlier, the veteran senators had previously vowed to pass laws to regulate e-sabong owing to the social problems the gambling system was creating, especially among overseas Filipino workers and the youth who are reportedly getting addicted to it.

Senatorial aspirant Emmanuel “Manny” Piñol, who was also at the news conference alongside Partido Reporma’s other Senate

bets, reminded online cockfighting could be worse than drug addiction.

W hen he was st i l l Secret a r y of A g r ic u lt u re, Piñol sa id, he proposed t hat t he ga me fowl indust r y be considered as a n ag r ic u lt u ra l act iv it y.

“Because really, a lot of people earn from cockfighting— the cor n far mers, the (pou ltr y) feeds used, that all comes from agriculture. Even those who take care of the roosters, hundreds of thousands actually benefit from cockfighting,” said Piñol, a lso for mer cha ir man of the Mindanao Development Authority, adding, “However, we have to differentiate an in-

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dustr y from gambling.”

Close to 30 individuals have re p or t e d l y gone m i s s i n g i n g roups in separate incidents since last month.

On January 28, Philippine National Police chief, Gen. Dionardo Carlos, said the Criminal Investigation and Detection Group (CIDG) has started investigating the disappearance of the cockfight enthusiasts.

The CIDG, he said, is particularly investigating the case of 10 men who disappeared shortly after being seen in separate cockfighting areas in Laguna and Manila on January 13.

C losed- c irc u it telev ision (CCT V ) camera footage from the arena showed that the vehicle used by the victims was seen exiting the coliseum in Sta. Cruz, Laguna but it was not clear if the victims were inside the vehicle.

On the same day, another six men went missing after participating in a cockfighting tournament in Manila.

Earlier, another 10 men from Bulacan who attended a cockfighting match were added to the list of missing individuals. These men, according to their relatives, have been missing for more than eight months. With PNA

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DENR’s Cimatu quits post for ‘health reasons’

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NVIRONMENT Secretary Roy Cimatu has resigned, citing unspecified health reasons, weeks after a gamechanging decision by government to lift the ban on open-pit mining spurred optimism among mining stakeholders of growth in the sector.

Reacting to the news, the Alyansa Tigil Mina (ATM), which has been critical of the DENR’s policies on mining, said in a statement: “We are surprised by Sec. Roy Cimatu’s resignation as DENR Secretary.

We are praying he recovers from his health situation.”

At the same time, ATM called on Undersecretary Jim Sampulna, who is temporarily taking over, “to listen to mining-affected communities and open the lines for discussion on resolving mining issues and concerns.”

The nongovernment alliance also aired hopes that the DENR would consider “reimposing the ban on open-pit mining and the suspension of operations of mining sites that are detrimental to communities.”

Cimatu, a former Armed Forces chief of staff, was tapped by President Duterte to head the DENR in 2017.

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PHL rejects China’s move to exclude US, other powers in SCS code of conduct talks

By Malou Talosig-Bartolome

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he Philippines has rejected moves

by China to exclude the US and other countries from the negotiation of the Code of Conduct (COC) for the South China Sea (SCS).

“We want an early conclusion of an effective and substantive Code of Conduct in the South China Sea that excludes no country or power in the rest of the world,” Foreign Affairs Secretary Teodoro Locsin Jr. declared.

Locsin and other foreign ministers in Asean are having a two-day “retreat”—informal, free-flowing discussion on various issues—in Cambodia this week.

This is the first time all foreign ministers gathered on an in-person interaction since the pandemic started in 2020. For the past two years, ministerial meetings are simply held via video conference call, or a hybrid video call with limited in-person attendance.

“Our face-to-face gathering shows we are on the mend; but it will take time if ever for us to go back to the way we were. I don’t

know if we can build back better; I know we must recover what was lost,” Locsin said During his intervention, Locsin immediately steered the discussion on the COC of the SCS that would identify specific actions of six claimants to de-escalate tension and prevent a full-blown war from erupting.

The SCS issue remains one of the security flashpoints in the region, and the decades-long dispute included Asean members the Philippines, Vietnam, Malaysia and Brunei and non-Asean members China and Taiwan.

Although fence sitters in the SCS disputes, the US, European Union, Australia, Japan, India and other Asean members wanted SCS remains open and that their ships and planes passing through the area will not be hampered.

About a third of the global trade transported by sea passes through SCS. Analysts predict that any disruption in the SCS trade would trigger a global economic crisis.

“The COC will not nor can it claim for itself the sea after which it is named. That would

curtail the immemorial freedom of the seas and international law,” Locsin said, referring to China since the international name of the disputed sea still bears “South China” on it.

He cited Indian External Minister Subrahmanyam Jaishankar whom he met earlier this week in Manila and told him that “in this brave new world there needn’t losers when others gain.” India is a member of the “Quad”—a loose alliance of democracies of US, Japan and Australia—many foreign policy experts say is meant to counter China’s growing power in Indo-Pacific.

It has been 20 years since Asean and China have agreed to have a COC. However, until now the only progress so far on the draft agreement is the Preamble. Since then, China has already expanded its occupation by creating artificial islands on the rocks and reefs, and now equipped with military facilities and long-range missiles.

“We appreciate initiatives to finally advance the negotiations beyond the provisional approval of the Preamble,” Locsin stressed.

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Bigger than Wuhan, Hong Kong virus outbreak defies ‘Covid Zero’ Playbook

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ong Kong is now dealing with a bigger Covid crisis than the outbreak in Wuhan that heralded the start of the pandemic, throwing into doubt whether China’s “Covid Zero” playbook of mass testing, isolation and quarantine can stamp it out.

Daily cases in the city have surged to more than 6,000 from a little over 100 in less than a month, topping anything seen in China’s initial wave centered around Wuhan save for February 12, 2020, when a backlog of reporting saw daily cases spike above 15,000. That, and subsequent outbreaks in China, were brought under control by lockdowns that Hong Kong Chief Executive Carrie Lam said are off the table.

Instead, authorities are planning to test each of the city’s 7.5 million residents while turning hotels into isolation centers. However, the testing blitz won’t start until next month, raising concerns the virus will be able to ran rampant in the meantime, further straining an already overwhelmed health system.

“Lining up and gathering for testing presents a huge infection risk,” said Jin Dong-Yan, a virologist at the University of Hong Kong.

“If the case load reaches tens of thousands as predicted, mass testing will only make things go from bad to worse. What you need to do is to avoid contact as much as possible.”

The thousands of daily infections means the opportunity to deploy mainland China’s strategy of mass testing to disrupt transmission has already been lost, Jin said.

“In China they are only able to do this because infections are so low so they can shoot mosquitoes with cannon balls.” he said, referring to the outsized response mainland authorities mount at the detection of just a handful of cases.

While more is now known about the virus and how to treat it than when it first appeared in Wuhan, Hong Kong is also dealing with the more-infectious Omicron variant.

And while more than 10 billion vaccine doses have been administered worldwide, just 35 percent of Hong Kong residents aged 80 or above have been inoculated, leaving them particularly vulnerable.

Hong Kong will report at least 3,600 confirmed Covid cases Friday and about 7,600 preliminary cases, local media outlets reported.

Authorities should now aim to mitigate the spread of Covid, rather than seeking to bring cases back to zero, said Ben Cowling, an epidemiologist at the University of Hong Kong.

“That means home isolation, home quarantine, and rapid testing to inform people’s behavior,” Cowling said in an interview on Bloomberg Television. “At the moment we’re still seeing every case is supposed to be admitted to hospital. This can’t continue.”

Hong Kong is struggling to increase its testing capacity from the current level of just 20,000 a day.

Hospitals have also filled up due to the rigid policy of admitting all confirmed infections, even if people are symptom-free. The Hong Kong government is also scrambling to convert hotel rooms into isolation centers while waiting for the mainland to help build a giant isolation facility.

“I wouldn’t rule out hundreds of thousands of infections that could be detected by this mass testing exercise,” Cowling said. “Where would all these cases be put because we simply don’t have the isolation facility for that many people.”

Lawmaker Michael Tien described the lack of ample isolation facilities as the main obstacle to applying the mainland’s Covid Zero playbook. Mass testing can only be possible after there’s 20,000 to 30,000 isolation units available, he said.

“This is actually more about damage control, I think, at this point,” Tien said.

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UniTeam barnstorms Ilocos; BBM skipping interviews didn’t impact ratings–analyst

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HE BBM-Sara UniTeam received a warm welcome in Regions 1 and 2, with Partido Federal standard bearer and former Senator Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr. asking supporters in the Solid North to deliver the votes for his running mate from Davao, Mayor Sara Duterte-Carpio.

The duo, consistent survey frontrunners, got a warm welcome as they went around the provinces of Cagayan, Ilocos Sur and Ilocos Norte.

Although projected to win big in such regions, the UniTeam made an effort to go around the area to personally deliver their message of unity, healing and reconciliation.

In Pagudpud, Marcos’s sister, Sen. Imee Marcos, her son, Gov. Matthew Manotoc and BBM’s son, Sandro, joined the caravan as supporters came in droves at the venue by mid-morning even if the event was set for late afternoon.

The tandem also received warm welcome in the municipalities of Burgos, Pasuquin, Bacarra, and Laoag.

“I thank you for your warm welcome; Mabuhay ang Ilocos Norte, Mabuhay ang Pilipinas at Mabuhay ang Pilipino,” Sara said, partly in Filipino.

Marcos, meanwhile, said in the local dialect: “Maraming salamat po sa aking mga kababayan, nandito na ang ating susunod na bise-presidente, ang pinaka-astig, pinakamagaling at pinakamahusay, ang agila ng Davao, Mayor Inday Sara Duterte.”

Ilocanos gave Sara a bouquet of flowers, photographs and rendered local dance numbers.

Missed interviews

Meanwhile, a political analyst said Marcos’s refusal to participate in some interviews apparently did not affect his numbers in the recent survey conducted

by Pulse Asia.

In fact, his strategy to skip some media interviews might even have helped him increase his lead over his o p p o n e n t s , s a i d A t t y. E d C h i c o i n a radio interview after the recent Pulse Asia sur vey of Januar y 19 to 24 showed Marcos gaining an additional 7 percent compared with the previous survey result in December 2021.

From 53 percent last December, Marcos garnered 60 percent in the latest Pulse Asia poll.

“Let’s recall that this survey was done around that time that he refused to appear before the program of a famous broadcaster [Jessica Soho]. Despite [that] he (BBM) drew overwhelming support,” Chico said.

“In my view, it didn’t affect his ratings,” he added.

The lawyer reiterated that Marcos’s number is unprecedented and is in fact a history in the making.

Chico believed that the refusal of Marcos in some interviews seems to be an effective campaign strategy based on the result of the survey.

“You can see how big the lead is. The 53 percent jumping to 60 percent simply means the BBM camp’s campaign strategy was effective,” the lawyer said.

DOH reports 52% decline in PHL coronavirus cases

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he country’s average daily coronavirus cases from February 11 to 17 are 52 percent lower than the week before that, effectively controlling the spread of the Omicron and other variants, a health official said Friday.

“Atin na pong nalampasan ang hamon na buhat ng Omicron at kasalukuyan na po tayong nasa low-risk-case classification (We have overcome the challenge of Omicron and we’re now at low-risk case classification),” Health Undersecretary Maria Rosario Vergeire said in an online media briefing.

Citing the latest data, Vergeire said all regions in the country have recorded a drop of at least 1,000 daily average cases this week compared to the previous week.

Except for the Cordillera Administrative Region (CAR) and Region 11, she said all regions are now at low-risk case classification.

“Lahat pa rin ng rehiyon ay nagpapakita rin ng negative two-week growth rates na nakikita natin sa pagbaba ng bilang ng mga bagong kaso ng Covid-19 (All regions have shown a negative two-week growth rate that we have observed during downward trends in new cases of Covid-19),” Vergeire said.

The country’s health care utilization rate (HCUR), or the availability of hospital beds and other facilities, is currently at

low risk except for Region 11—currently at moderate risk for its utilization of intensive care unit (ICU) beds.

The Omicron variant, Vergeire said, has caused the fastest spread of Covid-19 in the country but was also put under control in a record time.

“Bagama’t lubhang dumami ang ating mga kaso, hindi po ito sinabayan ng pagtaas ng mga hospitalized cases at dahil yan ng masusing pag-monitor at pag-manage natin sa virus gayundin sa masigasig nating pagsunod sa minimum public health standards at mabilisang pagbabakuna (Despite the steep rise in cases, it did not come with a rise in hospitalizations because of our extensive monitoring and management of the virus as well as observation of minimum public health standards),” she said.

To date, she said the country has an average daily number of cases at 2,876.

She, however, warned against being complacent against Covid-19 as the number of cases may still rise, especially with the start of the electoral campaign season.

She asked national and local candidates in the upcoming polls to “provide creative avenues” to engage with voters to help end the pandemic. PNA

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South Korea keeps crowd limits as Omicron causes 25-fold spike

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EOUL , Sout h Korea— South Korea will extend restaurant dining hours but maintain a six-person limit on private social gatherings as it wrestles with a massive coronavirus wave driven by the highly infectious Omicron variant.

The 109,831 new cases reported on Friday was another record and about a 25-fold increase from the levels seen in mid-January, when Omicron became the country’s dominant strain. The more than 516,000 infections counted in the past seven days alone raised South Korea’s caseload to over 1.75 million.

Long lines snaked around public health offices and testing stations in the densely populated capital Seoul, where health workers in hazmat suits distributed rapid antigen test kits and collected throat and nasal samples from senior citizens and other high-risk groups.

There’s also concern that campaigning for the March 9 presidential election could worsen transmissions. Thousands of supporters packed a rally in the southwestern city of Suncheon by ruling party candidate Lee Jae-myung, where they clapped, shouted and chanted his name. Lee’s conservative opponent Yoon Suk Yeol also drew huge crowds during a rally in the southeastern city of Sangju.

Omicron has so far seemed less likely to cause serious illness or death than the Delta variant, which hit the country hard in December and January. But cases are growing much faster and appear to be putting the country on a verge of a possible hospital surge.

Prime Minister Kim Boo-kyum, Seoul’s No. 2 official behind President Moon Jae-in, acknowledged people’s frustration with extended virus restrictions and the shock on service sector businesses, but said officials couldn’t afford to ease social distancing significantly when

hospitalizations and deaths are starting to creep up.

Officials did extend the curfew on restaurants and other businesses from 9 p.m. to 10 p.m. but private social gatherings of seven or more people will continue to be prohibited at least through March 13.

People will continue to be required to show their vaccination status through smartphone apps or documents to enter potentially crowded spaces like restaurants, coffee shops, gyms and karaoke venues.

“Experts are expecting the (Omicron outbreak) to peak sometime between late February and March,” Kim said during a meeting on anti-virus strategies. “When we reach a point where we could confirm the (outbreak) has peaked and was in decline, we will start meaningfully easing social distancing measures like other nations so that people could go back to their precious normal lives.”

T he Hea lt h M i n i st r y sa id about 30 percent of intensive care units designated for Covid-19 treatment are currently occupied. The ministry said 385 virus patients were in serious or critical condition, which was 100 more than a week earlier but still lower than the levels of around 1,000 seen in late December during a delta outbreak.

While Omicron more easily infects those who have been vaccinated or had Covid-19 previously, experts say vaccination and booster shots still provide strong protection from serious illness and death.

More than 86 percent of South Koreans have been fully vaccinated and 58 percent have received booster shots. Health officials started offering fourth vaccination shots at nursing homes and other long-term care settings this seek. AP

Hong Kong hospitals hit 90% capacity as Covid cases surge

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ONG KONG —Hong Kong’s hospitals reached 90 percent capacity on Thursday and quarantine facilities were at their limit, authorities said, as the city struggles to snuff out a record number of new Covid-19 cases by adhering to China’s “zero tolerance” strategy.

To ease the strain on the city’s healthcare system, officials said they will take a different approach to hospitalization and isolation policies and allow some patients to be discharged sooner. The move comes amid reports of patients being treated on beds outside a hospital in the city’s working-class neighborhood of Sham Shui Po. Hong Kong reported 6,116 new coronavirus infections on Thursday. Any person in the city who is infected with Covid-19 must be admitted to a hospital or community isolation facility.

Under the new approach, people who are infected but present mild symptoms in hospitals and government-run isolation facilities will be allowed to leave after just seven days if they test negative on the seventh day and do not live with anyone in a high-risk group, such as senior citizens, pregnant women or immunosuppressed people.

Those who do not meet these criteria must complete the full 14day isolation period or wait until they test negative, according to health officials.

Health experts from mainland China arrived in Hong Kong to help the city raise its testing capabilities and assist with medi-

cal resources and facilities. Hong Kong leader Carrie Lam welcomed them at the land border with the city of Shenzhen.

“Fighting the pandemic is our paramount task,” Lam said. “We will devote every resource and manpower we have. We will impose any measures that we should. The aim is to make sure Hong Kong people’s lives and health are protected and to uphold Hong Kong’s stability.”

Authorities reported 24 new deaths over the past week. The city has now confirmed a total of 16,600 infections, with 219 deaths.

“In the last few days, we have had a lot of emergency cases where we had to accommodate patients in tents,” said Chuang Shuk-kwan, the head of Hong Kong’s Communicable Disease Branch, during a regular Covid-19 briefing Thursday.

“For these situations, our medical staff are very unhappy. We are worried about our patients’ care,” she said.

The city’s Hospital Authority has appealed to medical professionals for assistance, asking doctors in private hospitals to help treat patients at quarantine facilities.

The public hospitals are in a “crisis situation,” said Sara Ho of Hong Kong’s Hospital Authority.

“If a large number of patients are waiting outdoors and if this continues, then no matter how hard our medical professionals work around the clock, there’s no way to solve this problem relying on our own efforts,” she said. AP

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California adopts nation’s 1st ‘endemic’ virus policy

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ACRAMENTO, California— California became the first state to formally shift to an “endemic” approach to the coronavirus with Gov. Gavin Newsom’s announcement Thursday of a plan that emphasizes prevention and quick reaction to outbreaks over mandated masking and business shutdowns.

The milestone, nearly two years in the making, envisions a return to a more normal existence with the help of a variety of initiatives and billions in new spending to more quickly spot surges or variants, add health care workers, stockpile tests and push back against false claims and other misinformation.

“We are moving past the crisis phase into a phase where we will work to live with this virus,” he said during a news conference from a state warehouse brimming with pandemic supplies in Fontana, east of Los Angeles.

The first-term Democrat, who last year survived a recall election driven by critics of his governance during the pandemic, promised the state’s nearly 40 million residents that as the Omicron surge fades, “we’re going to keep them safe and we’re going to stay on top of this.”

A disease reaches the endemic stage when the virus still exists in a community but becomes manageable as immunity builds. But there will be no definitive turn of the switch, the Democratic governor said, unlike the case with Wednesday’s lifting of the state’s indoor masking requirements or an announcement coming Feb. 28 of when precisely schoolchildren can stop wearing face coverings.

And there will be no immediate lifting of the dozens of remaining executive emergency orders that have helped run the state since Newsom imposed the nation’s first statewide stay-home order in March 2020.

“This pandemic won’t have a defined end. There’s no finish line,” Newsom said.

The World Health Organization declared the Covid-19 outbreak a pandemic on March 11, 2020, and with Omicron fading in many parts of the world some countries have begun planning for the endemic stage. But no state has taken the step Newsom did and offered a detailed forward-looking plan.

Republicans have been frequent critics of Newsom’s handling of the coronavirus and were quick to disparage his latest effort. State GOP Chairwoman Jessica Millan Patterson called it “an extralarge helping of word salad” and renewed the call to “follow the lead of other blue states and end his state of emergency or lift his school mask mandate.”

Newsom’s plan sets specific goals, such as stockpiling 75 million masks, establishing the infrastructure to provide up to 200,000 vaccinations and 500,000 tests a day in the event of an outbreak, and adding 3,000 medical workers within three weeks in surge areas.

Newsom’s administration came up with a shorthand acronym to capsulize key elements of its new approach: SMARTER. The letters stand for Shots, Masks, Aware-

ness, Readiness, Testing, Education and Rx, a reference to improving treatments for Covid-19.

Dr. Jeffrey Klausner, an epidemiologist at the University of Southern California, said while some may argue these should have come sooner, he believes “the timing is right on.”

“Surveillance, testing, vaccination and treatment make the context very different and make it appropriate to shift our response from a pandemic response of trying to do everything possible, to a more rational response to try to implement things that we have strong evidence that work,” Klausner said.

The plan includes increased monitoring of virus remnants in wastewater to watch for the first signs of a surge. Masks won’t be required but will be encouraged in many settings.

If a higher level of the virus is detected, health officials will determine if it is a new variant.

If so, state and federal officials have a goal to determine within 30 days if it responds to existing tests, treatments and immunities from vaccines or prior infections.

California’s health secretary, Dr. Mark Ghaly, said one of the goals is to avoid business closures and other far-reaching mandates.

However, he said the state’s requirement that schoolchildren be vaccinated against coronavirus by fall remains in effect.

The plan includes new education, including “myth-buster videos” to fight misinformation and disinformation and help interpret ever-evolving precautions for a confused public whiplashed by safeguards that seemingly shift by the day and vary across county lines.

In coordination with the federal government, it calls for a first-inthe-nation study of the pandemic’s direct and indirect impacts longterm on both people and communities.

All this will cost billions, much of it already outlined in the pandemic response package Newsom sought as part of his budget last month. That includes $1.9 million that lawmakers already approved to boost staffing at hospitals and increase coronavirus testing and vaccine distribution, as well as existing money and anticipated federal funds.

His proposed budget also includes $1.7 billion to beef up the state’s health care workforce, with more investment in increased laboratory testing capacity, data collection and outbreak investigation.

Newsom, who has faced criticism for sometimes failing to follow his own rules, defended keeping in place some of his executive emergency orders, which he said most recently have allowed the

Gov. Gavin Newsom, right, walks through rows of boxed personal protective equipment, PPE, with dignitaries and elected officials, as he prepares to announce the next phase of California’s Covid-19 response called “SMARTER,” during a press conference at the UPS Healthcare warehouse in Fontana, California, on February 17. The plan is to move from the pandemic stage into an endemic stage in which people will learn to live Covid. Watchara Phomicinda/The Orange County Register/SCNG via AP

state to quickly bring in temporary medical workers and to quickly distribute more than 13 million home test kits to schools.

Those orders have dwindled

from 561 to fewer than 100 in recent months, he said, and his administration is working with legislative leaders to eventually make them unnecessary. AP

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UN council backs diplomatic solution, but no Russia pledge against invasion

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NITED NATIONS—One by one, UN Security Council members called for a diplomatic solution to the crisis in Ukraine. Even Russia’s deputy foreign minister said everything should be done to find a diplomatic solution. But he didn’t respond to US Secretary of State Antony Blinken’s appeal to state unequivocally that Russia will not invade Ukraine.

So what Blinken called the most immediate threat to international peace and security in the world today remains, with all eyes still on Russia.

The annual Security Council meeting was called by Russia to focus on implementation of the Minsk Agreements aimed at restoring peace to eastern Ukraine where Russian-backed separatist have been at war with government troops since Moscow’s invasion of Crimea in 2014.

The open session brought together all the key players who now confront broader security grievances from Moscow: It is demanding a NATO ban on Ukraine joining the alliance, which its members say is impossible.

Blinken, alluding to a speech to the Security Council by his predecessor Colin Powell in 2003 laying out purported US evidence of Iraqi weapons of mass destruction ahead of the American invasion which turned out to be erroneous,

told council members he wanted to be clear: “I am here today not to start a war, but to prevent one.”

But Blinken said US information indicates that the more than 150,000 troops Russia has amassed around Ukraine “are preparing to launch an attack against Ukraine in the coming days.”

He said the world can expect Russia “to manufacture a pretext” for its attack, possibly fabricating a terrorist bombing inside Russia, inventing the discovery of a mass grave, staging a drone strike against civilians or a fake or real attack using chemical weapons. In the past few days, Russian media “has already begun to spread some of these false alarms and claims, to maximize public outrage,” he said.

Blinken outlined a scenario in which this could be followed by high-level Russian emergency meetings saying the government must respond “to defend Russian citizens or ethnic Russians

in Ukraine,” which would be followed by attacks using missiles and bombs, jamming the country’s communications, shutting down key Ukrainian institutions, and tanks and troops advancing on key targets including the capital, Kyiv.

Russia’s Deputy Foreign Minister Sergey Vershinin, who spoke just before Blinken, did not address the military build-up on Ukraine’s borders. Instead, he accused Ukraine of failing to implement the Minsk Agreements, which he called “the only legal basis to settle the civil conflicts in the east of Ukraine.” And he accused Ukraine’s “Western sponsors” of supporting the government, which has pushed “the Ukrainian hotheads to new excuses and military adventures against their own people.”

“Many millions in (eastern) Donbass are still presented as foreigners in their own country.

They have automatic rifles, sniper rifles, Howitzers and strike drones targeted at them,” Vershinin said.

The Russian minister referred to a document circulated to the Sec u r it y Cou nc i l Wed nesd ay night alleging that crimes have t a ken pl ace i n sout hea ster n Ukraine, telling members: “You will be horrified by it.”

After the 15 council members spoke, US A mbassador Linda Thomas-Greenfield said the United States hoped it would hear a response from Vershinin to Blinken’s call for Russia to announce that it won’t invade Ukraine.

“But instead, it was a continuation of the disinformation and the rhetoric that we continue to hear, and we’ve heard before,” she said.

Vershinin responded saying “no one” has or will ever say words on behalf of Russia like “war aggression” that were used by some council members.

Later, he told reporters that “we reiterated very firmly our commitment to the de-escalation and peaceful solution of this crisis, once more being based on the Minsk agreements.”

He called on Western capitals to “drop and to stop this hysteria about the intentions of Russia in the region,” and reiterated Moscow’s announcement that after military drills Russian troops would return to their bases in Russia.

“I believe in diplomacy and I’m glad that our partners belief in diplomacy,” Vershinin said.

“Certainly we should do all that is possible to find a diplomatic and peaceful solution for this interUkrainian crisis and conflict.”

But Thomas-Greenfield told reporters that “what we heard from Russia today and out of Russia in recent days has been exactly the kind of incendiary rhetoric and disinformation that we and others have been warning about.” “ T he rest of t he Sec u r it y Council has delivered a clear, unambiguous message to Russia to pursue the diplomatic path, do not pursue the path of confrontation,” she said. “Unfortunately, this is not the path Russia has chosen.”

European council members France, Ireland, Albania and Norway, joined by Germany, Estonia and the European Union delegation echoed UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres’ urgent call to resolve the Ukraine crisis through

diplomacy and called for full implementation of the Minsk Agreements starting with the cease-fire.

Britain’s deputy foreign minister James Cleverly urged Russia “to match its words with actions, to withdraw its troops, to engage in meaningful talks and to act in the best interests of peace, security and stability in Europe.”

China’s UN Ambassador Zhang Jun, a close Russian ally, said Beijing subscribes to Guterres’ view that even the most intractable issues can be solved by diplomacy and supports “his good offices aimed at reducing tensions.” But he also supported Moscow’s opposition to NATO membership for Ukraine.

Ukraine’s UN Ambassador Sergiy Kyslytsya told the council his country remains committed to peaceful resolution of the conflict “by political-diplomatic means” but said, “in the even of Russia opting for escalation, Ukraine will defend itself.”

He accused Russia of carrying out a blockade of large parts of the Black Sea under the pretext of naval exercises, a disinformation campaign and cyberattacks as part of a “”hybrid war against Ukraine.” And he called Russia’s accusation that Ukraine is carrying out “genocide” in the occupied east “fake and irresponsible” propaganda.

Kyslytsya called the appeal to Russia’s President Vladimir Putin by lawmakers to recognize rebelheld areas in eastern Ukraine as independent states “outrageous,” saying this would be tantamount to Russia withdrawal from the Mi nsk ag reements, wh ic h it signed. AP

Biden: Russian threat to invade Ukraine within days ‘very high’

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YIV, Ukraine—Fears of a new war in Europe resurged Thursday as US President Joe Biden warned that Russia could invade Ukraine within days, and violence spiked in a long-running standoff in eastern Ukraine that some worried could provide the spark for wider conflict.

World dignitaries raced for solutions, but suspicions between East and West only seemed to grow, as NATO allies rejected Russian assertions it was pulling back troops from exercises that had fueled fears of an attack. Russia is believed to have built up some 150,000 military forces around Ukraine’s borders.

Concerns escalated in the West over what exactly Russia is doing with those troops, which included an estimated 60 percent of Russia’s overall ground forces. The Kremlin insists it has no plans to invade, but it has long considered Ukraine part of its sphere of influence and NATO’s eastward expansion an existential threat.

The US government issued some of its starkest, most detailed warnings yet about what could happen next.

Speaking at the U.N. Security Council, US Secretary of State Antony Blinken revealed

Military helicopters fly over the Osipovichi training ground during the Union Courage-2022 Russia-Belarus military drills near Osipovichi, Belarus, on February 17. Russia has deployed troops to its ally Belarus for sweeping joint military drills that run through Sunday, fueling Western concerns that Moscow could use the exercise to attack Ukraine from the north.

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some conclusions of US intelligence in a strategy that the US and Britain have hoped will expose and pre-empt any invasion planning. The US has declined to reveal much of the evidence underlying its claims.

He told the diplomats that a sudden, seemingly violent event staged by Russia to

justify invasion would kick it off. Blinken mentioned a “so-called terrorist bombing” inside Russia, a staged drone strike, “a fake, even a real attack...using chemical weapons.”

The assault would open with cyberattacks, along with missiles and bombs across Ukraine, he said. Painting the US picture

further, Blinken described the entry of Russian troops, advancing on Kyiv, a city of nearly 3 million, and other key targets.

US intelligence indicated Russia also would target “specific groups” of Ukrainians, Blinken said, again without giving details.

In an implicit nod to Secretary of State Colin Powell’s appearance before the Security Council in 2003, when he cited unsubstantiated and false US intelligence to justify the US invasion of Iraq, Blinken added: “Let me be clear. I am here today not to start a war, but to prevent one.”

Biden’s own comments on the Russian threat were unusually dire.

Speaking at the White House, he said Washington saw no signs of a promised Russian withdrawal, and said the invasion threat remains “very high” because Russia has moved more troops toward the border with Ukraine instead of pulling them back.

“Every indication we have is they’re prepared to go into Ukraine, attack Ukraine,” Biden told reporters. He said the US has “reason to believe” that Russia is “engaged in a false flag operation to have an excuse to go in,” but did not provide details.

The White House said Biden planned to

speak by phone Friday with trans-Atlantic leaders about Russia’s military buildup and continued efforts at deterrence and diplomacy.

US and European officials were on high alert for any Russian attempts to create a pretext for invasion, according to a Western official familiar with intelligence findings.

Ukrainian government officials shared intelligence with allies that suggested the Russians might try to shell the Luhansk area in the disputed Donbas region on Friday morning as part of an effort to create a false reason to take military action, according to the official who was not authorized to comment publicly.

Renewed fear of an invasion put global financial markets on edge. The Dow Jones Industrial Average fell nearly 600 points, or 1.7 percent. More than 85 percent of the stocks in the benchmark S&P 500 were in the red.

Even without an attack, the sustained Russian pressure on Ukraine has further hobbled its shaky economy and left an entire nation under constant strain. Eastern Ukraine already has been the site of fighting since 2014 that has killed 14,000, and tensions soared again Thursday.

Separatist authorities in the Luhansk region reported an increase in Ukrainian government shelling along the tense line of contact. Separatist official Rodion Miroshnik said rebel forces returned fire.

Ukraine disputed the claim, saying separatists had shelled its forces but they didn’t fire back. The Ukrainian military command said shells hit a kindergarten in Stanytsia Luhanska, wounding two teachers, and cut power to half the town.

The head of the monitoring mission for the Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe, Yasar Halit Cevik, said it reported 500 explosions along the contact line from Wednesday evening to Thursday. Cevik told the Security Council the tensions then appeared to ease, with about 30 blasts reported. AP

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Saudi Arabia keeps lid on oil output as U.S. gas prices rise

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UBAI, United Arab Emirates—Saudi Arabia is signaling it isn’t willing to pump more oil and won’t push for changes to an agreement with Russia and other producers that has kept a lid on oil production levels.

This has Washington concerned as gasoline prices rise and tensions with Russia over Ukraine fuel market uncertainty.

The Biden administration dispatched Brett McGurk, the National Security Council’s Middle East coordinator, and the State Department’s energy envoy, Amos Hochstein, to Riyadh on Wednesday to talk about a range of issues—chief among them the ongoing war in Yemen and global energy supplies.

Asked by reporters in Washington whether the US officials were also urging Saudi Arabia to pump more crude to alleviate high oil prices, White House press secretary Jen Psaki said she did not have more details on the meeting.

A White House official said the two US officials had not asked the Saudis to increase oil production at their meetings in Riyadh.

The person insisted on anonymity.

O n T h u r s d a y, E m i l y H o r n e , t h e spokesperson for the White House National Security Council, said the officials discussed a “collaborative approach” with the Saudis to manage potential market pressures stemming from a possible Russian invasion of Ukraine.

Two Saudi officials told The Associated Press the Saudi energy minister informed the Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries, or Opec, of the kingdom’s commitment to the group’s current roadmap of cautious monthly increases. They spoke anonymously because they were not authorized to brief journalists.

King Salman also said as much in a call last week with President Joe Biden.

According to a Saudi readout of the call, the king highlighted the “the importance of maintaining the agreement” that is in place between Opec, the oil cartel led by Saudi, and Russia.

The Saudi and Russian-led alliance, known as Opec+, calls for gradual increases to oil production as the world continues to emerge from the pandemic, but geopolitical events have been rapidly evolving and driving market volatility.

Higher prices at the pump pose a threat to Democrats at the polls in upcoming midterm elections. Biden has warned that gas prices could rise even higher if Russian President Vladimir Putin invades Ukraine.

Benchmark crude is trading at around $95 a barrel, its highest level in eight years.

AAA says the current US national average for a gallon of regular gasoline costs around $3.50—a 40 percent increase from its average of $2.50 at this time last year.

During a CNN forum in October, Biden said prices were rising because “of the supply being withheld by Opec.” He said that while there’s a lot of negotiation going on about the cost of gas, “there’s a lot of Middle Eastern folks who want to talk to me.”

“I’m not sure I’m going to talk to them.

But the point is, it’s about gas production,” he added.

His remarks were widely interpreted as a swipe at Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, who oversees the kingdom’s major policy decisions and day-to-day affairs.

Saudi Arabia has the ability to produce some 12 million barrels a day, but its output is around 10 million barrels a day in line with the Opec+ curbs made during the coronavirus pandemic.

The Biden administration has emphasized US strategic interests with Saudi Arabia, a departure from the Trump administration’s personal relationship with the crown prince that was cultivated by advisor Jared Kushner.

Early on in his presidency, Biden reversed a terrorism designation of Yemen’s Houthi rebels that a Saudi-led coalition is battling—a decision he’s now being lobbied to reconsider. He also declassified an intelligence report that concluded Prince Mohammed likely approved the operation that killed Saudi writer Jamal Khashoggi at the Saudi Consulate in Istanbul in 2018.

Throughout his presidency, Biden has circumvented speaking directly with the crown prince, choosing instead to hold calls with King Salman, the prince’s 86-year-old father. AP

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House panel head seeks to address Filipino Muslims’ vaccine hesitancy T

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House Committee on Senior Citizens Chairman Rodolfo Ordanes said Islamic countries with high vaccination rates include the United Arab Emirates, Saudi Arabia, Turkey, Iran, Iraq, Malaysia, and Pakistan.

“To address reported vaccine hesitancy among some Filipino Muslims, the IATF, DOH [Department of Health], and LGU [local government

O increase the vaccination rate among Filipino Muslims, the Senior Citizens Partylist has asked the Inter-Agency Task Force for the Management of Emerging Infectious Diseases (IATF) to look into the vaccination strategies of Islamic countries.

unit] officials can cite or point to the high vaccination rates in Islamic countries,” he said.

Earlier, President Duterte admitted that there is still high vaccine hesitancy in Muslim communities in Mindanao.

Also, Ordanes said the DOH should also assign Filipino Muslim doctors and nurses who can explain

about the vaccines in the daily briefings and on social media. Experts said the best way to tackle vaccine hesitancy is for people to have conversations with those they trust, whether a doctor, nurse, family member, or friend.

The lawmaker said the mother tongues of Muslim Mindanao should also be used in the public informa-

tion and advocacy campaigns of DOH Resbakuna.

“In order for our countrymen to better understand, the Filipino Muslims’ own regional language must be used to convince them to get the jab.

Talk to them sincerely and find out the things they are worried about, why they don’t want to get vaccinated. A health authorities should

meet their needs,” said Ordanes.

According to the government, the Philippines has already administered 130,741,152 doses of the vaccine, with 61,058,862 Filipinos now fully vaccinated.

A total of 222,463,020 vaccine doses—both procured and donated—have already arrived in the country since February 2021.

Elderly indigents get Valentine’s Industry pioneer opens assisted SSS gives 3 million pensioners until March to comply with ACOP Day cheers from Iloilo town cops living community in Silicon Valley

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HE National Capital Region is expected to be downgraded to Alert Level 1 by March 1, and with the easing of restrictions on all government offices, the Social Security System should now lift its restrictions on face-to-face Annual Confirmation of Pensioners (ACOP).

The SSS has asked the 3 million pensioners to comply with the ACOP until March 31, 2022. The monthly pensions of those who fail to comply will be stopped on the following month.

Senior citizen and journalist Emmanuel Geslani said that the other methods of the SSS for ACOP compliance is thru mail, drop, courier, online or thru chats with the SSS staff by enrolling in the MYSSS account.

Geslani is appealing to the SSS to allow pensioners to comply with ACOP by personal appearance, which was the regular means to assure the pensioners’ continued monthly pensions.

Many of the SSS pensioners are not computer literate and a lot of them, especially in the provinces, do not have computers to use for online compliance. It’s also a challenge to most of them to complete the ACOP form online, assuming they are able to get a computer for this purpose.

Another burden is to bring the completed ACOP form to the nearest SSS branch office for drop box, mail or courier. This is additional expense, so why not just go to the SSS office for their ACOP compliance.

The requirements that Geslani opposed is the inclusion of a medical

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certificate in the envelope containing the ACOP application, two IDS, self declaration of non-marriage, and signatures of the bank manager or the Barangay chairman when filing through mail or drop box.

The requirement of a medical certificate will be a burden to many pensioners who will have to spend for the medical exam, and they might have difficulties or are unable to see a doctor in their localities.

SSS removed the face-to-face confirmation of its pensioners amid the pandemic and due to the rise in alert levels in the country. The agency suspended the ACOP for almost two years as a concession to the pensioners. However, from October 1, 2021 to March 31, 2022 pensioners are now required to confirm their existence thru the different methods like mail, drop box or online.

The IATF has downgraded the NCR classification to alert level 2 and expects to go to Alert Level 1 by March 1. Hopefully, the relaxations of alert levels with follow in other areas in the country.

It is now the right time for SSS to return to the face-to-face confirmation for the benefit and ease of millions of senior pensioners. After all, they who deserve more in life should not be burdened by bureaucratic systems.

The lowering of the NCR to low risk and Alert level 1 in March will allow more personnel of SSS to attend to the needs of our pensioners, instead of making it more difficult for them to receive their hard-earned pensions.

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ICE President Leni Robredo will include in her agenda projects and programs for persons with disabilities (PWDs) should she win the presidential race.

The presidential candidate made the

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SELECTED elderly persons from Barangay Tranghawan in Lambunao, Iloilo, are recipients of free cane and food packs from the Lambunao Municipal Police Station (MPS) on February 14, 2022. A local initiative of the MPS, the project reaches out to indigent elderly who are 70 years old and above. PNA PHOTO COURTESY OF LAMBUNAO MPS

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LOILO CITY—Personnel of the Lambunao Municipal Police Station (MPS) in Iloilo spent Valentine’s Day with 10 selected senior citizens of Barangay Tranghawan as they launched their “Lingkod Tungkod for the Elders” project on Monday.

Lambunao deputy police chief, Lt. Beberly L. Cataluña, in a phone interview, said the project is an initiative of their acting chief of police, Maj. Roy P. Tayona, to reach out to indigent senior citizens who are 70 years old and above by providing them with canes and basic needs such as foods, grocery items, and vitamins, among others.

assurance during a covenant signing with PWDs, where she promised to include their agenda in her administration.

“Sisiguraduhin natin na kasama kayo hindi lang sa mga konsultasyon. Kasama kayong makikilahok sa pagbuo ng mga polisiya at mga programang isusulong natin,” she said.

The accompanist

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MY SIXTY-ZEN’S WORTH

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VEN now in her early 70s, Aurit, my wife, still plays the piano quite well, although her fingers aren’t as nimble and flexible as when she was younger. If truth be told, she had the potential to be an outstanding concert pianist. That’s what her teachers and even one acclaimed visiting foreign pianist told her.

The road of life has twists and turns.

Something can turn us around and change our plans and dreams. She met me, we got married and had children, and she gave up a future career as a piano concert performer.

But then she did not let her prowess as a pianist go to waste. As one door closes, another one opens. She gave piano lessons for a while and then found new joy in being an accompanist.

She had a great stint accompanying budding pianists, violinists, cellists, flutists as well as vocal groups and individual singers. Many went on to build successful careers. But came the time when my wife had to stop due to age and health issues.

What she cherishes most in her memory is accompanying a retired tenor who every Saturday afternoon would sing arias from the great operas such as “Nessun Dorma,” or “Tatarin” and other immortal operatic songs.

The old school gentleman was once the toast of Philippine opera and probably those Saturday afternoon interludes were his way of reliving the glory of yesterday’s performances.

It’s a demanding but a thankless job, underappreciated and overlooked but

“This is an initiative of the Lambunao MPS to give joy to our elderly.

At least they will have a memorable February 14 because Valentine’s Day is not only for teenagers but also for our elderly,” she said.

She said a portion of the funds used for the project was provided

by Tayona.

During the launch, 74-year-old Rebecca Sulit received a cake as a gift as the event coincided with her birthday.

Cataluña said they will bring the project to each of the town’s 73 barangays on a monthly basis.

She added that with this simple act, they hope to bring joy to the elderly, who are among the neglected sectors of society. PNA

Robredo said she would ensure that PWDs will not be marginalized under her government.

“Maaasahan ninyo sa administrasyon ko na tututukan natin ’yung lahat na inilahad ngayon. At ito ay hindi naman static. Pag sinabi kong hindi static, ’yung pipirmahan natin ngayon, hindi

absolutely essential. Of course, my wife is very much aware that she can never make a career out of being an accompanist. She often does it as a favor to friends, and any occasional honorarium given to her is just a paltry sum.

Yet, even without the pay or the recognition she deserves, my wife’s performance as an accompanist is never half-hearted. She always gives her full dedication to every engagement. The moment a performance is under way, she is completely lost in the moment, filled with the joy of bringing to life magnificent music in synchrony with a soloist performer.

This is the key to being an excellent accompanist: to accept fully one’s supporting role as an inconspicuous “collaborator,” providing the musical boost and upliftment that a soloist or singer needs to soar in highpressure settings like concerts, competitions and auditions. She is single-mindedly focused on helping the solo performer give her best, muting or covering her inadequacies or lapses, always making sure not to drown her rendition. As one musician said, accompanying is based on a desire for completion—“to be whole, to

be in harmony, to be connected.”

But accompanying is not just confined to the world of music.

Even world-famous performers and achievers in other fields of endeavors had accomplices to enable them to scale heights never reached before. For every hailed hero who gets to the top of Mt. Everest, there is a Sherpa who accompanied and supported him all the way to the top.

In business, we know the main performer, but we tend to forget the partner who made their success possible. Bill Gates and Paul Allen built Microsoft, as we know it today. But note that one of them is more known because the other didn’t mind being the silent half.

Where would Steve Jobs be without Steve Wozniak? The fusion of Woz’s technical skills and Jobs’ business foresight gave birth to Apple. Of course you know who became more famous.

It was the same with John Lennon and Paul McCartney who together achieved tremendous success as a songwriting team. They complemented and completed each other. But when they parted ways and went on their respective solo careers, their compositions were not as great as when they “accom-

EDWOOD CITY, California— Sunrise Senior Living, an industry pioneer and leading provider of senior communities providing individualized experiences and best-in-class care, announced on Wednesday the opening of its newest property in the heart of Silicon Valley, bringing area residents and their families high-quality senior living.

Sunrise of Redwood City will feature the dedication to care that Sunrise is known for. The commitment to specialized memory care programming is specifically designed to serve seniors with Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia. Sunrise's memory care program has been recognized by the Alzheimer’s Association for successful completion of curriculum review and incorporating its evidenced-based Dementia Care Practice Recommendations. In fact, 100 percent of Sunrise’s communities with memory practices have earned certification of essentiALZ, the Alzheimer’s Association training and certification which educates care workers on current evidence-based, person-centered practices to care for individuals living with dementia.

Designed to seamlessly fit into the surrounding area, Sunrise of Redwood City features Spanishinfluenced architectural elements complemented with modern design touches across its 56 graciously appointed Assisted Living suites, 19 Reminiscence Suites and 17 Terrace Club Suites. Each element of the property is thoughtfully curated to serve its senior residents and their siya limitado sa pipirmahan natin today,” she said.

Robredo agreed that there should be a better database for PWDs that also include their needs in order for the government to efficiently respond to them.

She said she would also strengthen panied” each together.

What about you and me? Come to think of it, don’t we all need an accompanist in our own life or at least someone to share the load with? No one can achieve a great performance by doing and going it alone.

My wife is an example of a good life accompanist. I don’t consider her as my better half for nothing. I am most of the time up in the clouds and she brings me down to earth. She patiently ministers to my needs, physical, emotional and mental. And I in turn return the “accompaniment” when she needs it.

While we’re at it, let us reflect on ourselves. Individually, are we not also performing supporting roles to someone we love, live or work with? Sometimes our mere presence is enough to uplift or inspire someone. Every one of us is needed to serve as a wind beneath the wings of another person, content to let her shine, always walking a step behind, to paraphrase the lines of that popular song.

If so, with generosity of spirit, let us strive to give it our best to support the people we love and work with and enable them to “fly higher than an eagle,” so they can

families with lifestyle, health and safety needs in mind.

“We are excited to open our newest senior living community in this area and offer a beautifully concepted and well-appointed assisted living community,” said Layana Santos, Executive Director of Sunrise of Redwood City.

“We are thrilled to serve this area’s seniors and their families with all levels of care that can evolve with their changing needs through our unique approach to evidenced-based care.”

Personalized care

SINCE opening its doors to its first community 40 years ago, Sunrise’s unique Principles of Service and Core Values has set the foundation for a different type of senior community by placing needs of residents first.

Today, Sunrise is one of the largest senior living providers in the US and Canada, with the capacity to serve more than 28,000 seniors across 274 communities. Sunrise differentiates itself by pairing innovative design and technologies, with dedicated team members, individualized health and wellness plans, and thoughtful, purpose-driven programming, enriching residents’ minds, bodies, and spirits while empowering them to live with purpose through its Sunrise Live With Purpose programming. Sunrise creates Individualized Service Plans (ISPs) that support Designated Care Managers in delivering personalized care based on the unique needs and preferences of every resident throughout its Assisted Living and Reminiscence Memory Care neighborhoods. AP the implementation of the Accessibility Law. “Merong sumusunod, merong hindi sumusunod. Mas maraming hindi sumusunod pero walang penalties na binibigay doon sa mga hindi sumusunod. So, sisiguraduhin natin na 100 percent ’yung pagpapatupad,” the candidate said. be the best they can be, either in a small, day-to-day way, or on the world’s larger stage.

Then, there are those who also serve by doing their tasks in the wings, in the shadows, out of the limelight. They too are “accompanists” in the broader and looser sense of the word. They collect our garbage, maintain our water and sewage systems, making sure our buses and trains run properly, that we have food to serve on our table.

What about the proofreaders, food service crew, delivery riders and many more who enable us to go on with our tasks and our lives. We can take everything for granted because of the support work they do. They may not be doing extraordinary deeds, they may not even be regarded as “heroes” in the sense that we know, but they remain unsung.

In the Oscar Awards, supporting actors get their due recognition. So why shouldn’t we rise and silently applaud all the supporting cast in our daily lives? Let us remember to celebrate them by showing our gratitude and recognition in whatever way we can.

Let’s give one big round of applause to all the unsung accompanists of the world!

Education BusinessMirror

A8 Saturday, February 19, 2022

Editor: Mike Policarpio

DepEd boosts homeschooling program

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HE Department of Education (DepEd) has strengthened its homeschooling program as an alternative delivery mode (ADM).

Introduced in 1997, the program was designed as one of the ADMs offered by any public or private school, in response to the needs of learners who are unable to attend formal schooling due to medical conditions or family circumstances.

“Aside from our current interventions, we have strengthened our homeschooling program to ensure our learners have choices

in attaining quality education,” Education Secretary Leonor Magtolis Briones said. “This will help [those] who need more regular parental support and supervision, especially in our current public health situation.”

In DepEd Order 001, s. 2022, the department has updated its guidelines, standards and procedures for the said program, which offers families options in deciding

THE program will respond to learners’ needs, especially those with medical or familial concerns. PNA

on and addressing their children’s access issues.

The revised policy indicates

that if the country remains in a state of emergency, the focus of the instruction shall be on the

Most Essential Learning Competencies, or MELCs. If such are no longer used in subsequent school years, the K-12 Curriculum will be implemented for the program.

The order also highlights that parents or guardians are responsible for monitoring their children’s work and progress, and are the primary agents of the teacher-learning process, including its design and execution.

Meanwhile, school heads are instructed to assign a homeschool coordinator who will be in charge of enrolling learners, monitoring their progress, and providing support to parents or guardians during the implementation.

Homeschool learners should also be provided with textbooks

US hands over early-grade reading kits in aid of Maguindanaon language learners’ literacy

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HE United States government, through the US Agency for International Development (USAID), recently handed over nearly P10 million worth of early-grade reading materials in the Maguindanaon language to the Ministry of Basic, Higher and Technical Education (MBHTE) for the province of Maguindanao, Cotabato City, and special geographic areas in the province of Cotabato.

The materials will benefit nearly 100,000 children from K indergarten to Grade 3, and more than 2,000 teachers in the region. Digital versions of these mater ials will also be uploaded to the Department of Education’s (DepEd) online portal to enable access for Maguindanaon children all over the countr y.

“As education systems continue to rebuild amid the…pandemic, U S A I D w i l l c ont i nue w or k i n g

DIRECTOR General Abdullah Salik Jr. Al Haj (from left), Minister Mohagher Iqbal, Project Chief of Party Ina Aquino, and Deputy Minister Atty. Haron Meling US EMBASSY

with partners to mitigate learning losses, equip educators and institutions to be more resilient and adaptive to the current situation, [while ensur ing ] children have continuous access to quality education,” said USAID Philippines Acting Director for Education Yvette

Game Academy kicks off to educate, elevate marketing, gaming industry

By Roderick L. Abad

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AME Academy, a free online skills masterclass and qualification centered on marketing solutions in gaming, was launched recently by digital turbine company AdColony, with its first season now available to marketers from any level and company in Asia-Pacific, including the Philippines.

“Successful marketing has always been based on keeping as closely in step with consumers behaviors, but the explosion of gaming consumption means marketers are now racing to catch up with new habits, audiences and channels,” said Tom Simpson, senior vice president for AdColony-Asia Pacific.

“We are very excited to launch Game Academy to elevate [the way] marketers think about gaming advertising, and bring the industry as a whole one big step closer to consumers.”

Simpson added: “Gaming has evolved from being a hobby reserved for a select few demographics, to a mainstream form of entertainment where everybody is a gamer of varying degrees. [The] technology evolves at the speed of light, and advertisers cannot afford to simply play catch up.

The time is now for marketers to fully grasp [its] every aspect.”

In the last few years gaming has experienced immense growth. This has been accelerated significantly by the ongoing pandemic.

Southeast Asia was home to over 250 million mobile gamers by the end of 2021—up by 100 million in the last five years. They are no longer a single demographic, and consumption has widened to include a broad range of audiences: 70 percent are over the age of 25, more than half of all gamers in the region are female, and 68 percent don’t even consider

themselves as “gamers.”

How it works

UPON registration, users can have access to a series of bite-sized videos designed to effectively impart knowledge and insights related to gaming and mobile-game advertising. The interactive learning platform is free to use, and videos are available anytime on demand.

The first series of Game Academy will delve on topics including, but not limited to, the boom in mobile usage, the way gaming has redefined pop culture, and a breakdown of gamer personas.

For optimum engagement, the experience is gamified. Once every lesson is finished, users will unlock a new badge. Upon completion of all lessons, graduates will get a certificate. This can be an addition to their credentials posted on their LinkedIn profiles and resumes.

Per AdColony, Game Academy is aimed at giving marketers playing in the gaming and advertising space enough confidence and knowledge.

“Whether you are exploring gaming advertising for the first time, or you need a refresher before stepping into a critical meeting that discusses gaming advertising, Game Academy is designed to be an effective tool in learning about this new world,” said the company.

The kick off of the first season, accessible via www.gameacademy.gg, marks a culmination of months of hard work by many stakeholders.

“It has already received some great feedback from our brand and agency partners...we’re...looking forward to welcoming...more students in AsiaPacific!” bared AdColony, which is set to roll out the rest of the seasons in weeks to come.

Malcioln at the handover in Davao City on February 10.

“We are grateful that our partnership with USAID, RTI International, and DepEd resulted in a successful undertaking to improve our children’s reading comprehension through specially-designed

and quality-assured early-grade book s in Mag u ind a naon,” sa id MBHTE Minister Mohagher Iqbal.

USAID’s support to Maguindanaon learners includes training 40 local Bangsamoro writers, illustrators, editors and evaluators to develop early-grade reading materials; developing and distributing 77 books in Maguindanaon; as well as translating or adapting 45 titles into the said language.

T hrough its Advancing Basic Education in the Philippines project, or ABC+, USAID has distributed more than 9 million earlygrade reading materials, including books in various mother tongues to more than 600,000 students and 42,000 teachers. Partnering with DepEd, the project aims to ensure young children in the country will continue having access to quality education and learning, especially during the pandemic.

SUCs take part in SEARCA strategic comms workshop

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EV ENTEEN state universities and colleges (SUCs) are currently participating in the online Strategic Communication Pl a nning Work shop: Enha nc ing Communication Skills for Higher Education Institutions in the Philippines (StratCom4HEIs) conducted by the Southeast Asian Regional Center for Graduate Study and Research in Agriculture (SEARCA) until March 14.

Dr. Nova A. Ramos, who heads the SEARC A Training for Development Unit (T4DU) said the participants are from Agusan del Sur State College of Agriculture and Technology, Aklan State University, Benguet State University, Bulacan Agricultural State College, Cagayan State University, Ifugao State University, Ilocos Sur Polytechnic State College, Jose Rizal Memorial State University-Dapitan City, Occidental Mindoro State College, Romblon State University, Sorsogon State University, University of AntiqueH a mt ic C a mpu s, Un ive rs it y of Eastern Philippines, University of the Philippines-Los Baños (UPLB), Visayas State University, and West Visayas State University. All are members of the State Universities and Colleges-Association of Colleges of Agriculture in the Philippines Inc. (SUC-ACAP Inc.).

Dr. Ramos said one SUC in the original 18 targeted HEIs was unable to join because it is in an area badly hit by Typhoon Odette.

Meanwhile, Dr. Glenn B. Gregorio, SEARCA director, said the StratCom4HEIs intends to boost the participants’ ability to articulate the role of public communication in the country’s higher education.

The director added the workshop is expected to enable the participants to describe the concept and elements of publ ic communication, learn essential skills in public communication, and develop a pertinent plan for their respective institutions.

Moreover, t he work shop w i l l help SUCs upgrade their strategic communication and communication for development methodologies to keep abreast with state-ofthe-art information and communication technologies.

The eight-module workshop was designed in collaboration with the UPLB College of Development Communication, and is conducted via the SEARC A Online Learning and Virtual Engagement platform, or SOLVE. The StratCom4HEIs is being held under the auspices of the Leveling Up Philippine Higher Education Institutions in Agriculture, Fisheries and Natural Resources project funded by the Commission on Higher Education and implemented

by SEARC A. Dr. Gregorio said the goal of the aforementioned project is to upgrade the institutional capacities of the SUC-ACAP Inc. and its 75 members through short-term training and cross-visits, participation in activities of the SEARCA-established Southeast Asian University Consortium for Graduate Education in Agriculture and Natural Resources, and improve their standing in the world university rankings.

The implementation of the workshop is super vised by SEARC A’s Education and Collective Learning Department-T4DU.

and modules in print or digital format, as well as a conducive learning space at home and a learning plan, which indicates the learning area, learning competencies, and learning tasks.

To identify their academic level, strengths and weaknesses, as well as knowledge learned in the entire year, all learners enrolled in the program shall take the National Career Assessment Examination and the National Achievement Test.

The homeschooling program may be offered by both public and private schools as an ADM. The latter are required to obtain a permit to offer the program, while public institutions should secure authorization of the regional officer. PNA

UP, DLSU digital game-based reading intervention wins top prize at 1st TCS Sustainathon in the country

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LOBAL informationtechnology services, consulting and business solutions organization Tata Consultancy Services concluded its Sustainathon Philippines 2021 on January 28 in an exclusive online event, as students from the University of the PhilippinesCollege of Medicine and De La Salle University-Manila bagged top place with their entry: “Read-IO Works.”

Various challenges and issues surfaced when the country’s education sector embraced distance and flexible learning amid the pandemic.

Foremost of these are lack of resources, Internet access, as well as a clear and stable line of communication between teachers and students.

Through TCS Sustainathon Philippines 2021, TCS hopes to encourage and empower the Filipino youth in using technology to explore solutions for these problems their generation experiences first-hand, while collaborating with local stakeholders such as businesses and schools.

St udents f rom va r iou s parts of the country pitched their proposed solutions for the local theme. Among the submissions, 10 groups made it to the finals.

Technologies developed by the teams involved web and mobile apps, as many programs were included to provide convenience and flexibility in education.

TCS Sustainathon Philippines 2021 first-placer ReadIO Works was developed by a team composed of Jose Javier Lasala and Janos Lance Tiberio. Their entry delved into realizing a deep-learning enabled, digital game-based reading intervention centered on phonics and oral-reading fluency.

The invention gives way to evidence-based instruction, as well as game-based assessments that are not only accessible for off line use, but leverages on the gadgetdistribution initiatives of the Department of Education. Read-IO Works made it more possible to improve students’ reading comprehension, spelling acumen, lettersound knowledge, and all the other indicators of literacy.

“SchoNEXT” won second place. Prince Loven Abestano, Abe Apao, Esmael Amatonding and Gwyneth Chiu explored

the bounds of technology in their entry, where they seek to create a distraction-free, student-centered virtual environment for studying. It channeled distance learning as a harbinger of huge change into ways students learn today. As students study from their homes, an effective, self-regulated studying habit and system can go a long way.

This is what SchoNEXT aims to highlight with this virtual studying environment.

Third place went to “GOLS:” Gamified Online Learning Space delivered by Racquel Moran, Lance Sangcal and Migs Ganzon. Their entry is about gamifying students’ online learning space which helps in initiating active thinking and peer-to-peer learning through interactive games. More than anything, learning is best done with peers, where students can learn vital knowledge, as well as develop values of teamwork and leadership.

TCS Sustainathon Philippines 2021 Finals’ champion will receive P150,000 in cash prize, while third and second placers will take home P50,000 and P100,000, respectively.

TCS Sustainathon Philippines 2021 was in partnership with the Asian Development Bank and its Southeast Asia Development Solutions, Converge ICT Solutions Inc., Gokongwei Brothers Foundation, De La Salle-College of Saint Benilde, Ronald McDonald House Charities of the Philippines Inc., Edukasyon.ph, and United Nations Sustainable Development Solutions Network-Youth.

“TCS Sustainathon Philippines showed us the extensive knowledge and passion of the younger generation to deliver solutions to improve the current situation of our education sector,” said TCS Philippines Country Head Shiju Varghese. “We, together with our partners, are all impressed with the work that we saw… from these students, and how they utilized technology for the better. We are looking forward to seeing what their initiatives can achieve, and how these can help them and the country.”

The champion and runnerup will also compete against Sustainathon winners from Singapore and Malaysia at the TCS Sustainathon Asean Finale by year-end.

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Editor: Carla Mortel-Baricaua

Saturday, February 19, 2022 A9

Natural history

in a man-made structure The DNA-like, double helix Tree of Life

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Taxidermied skin of Lolong at Gallery I (Philippine Biodiversity)

Story & photos by Benjamin Locsin Layug

n easing of Covid-19 alert levels in Manila allowed me, my wife, Grace, and my son Jandy to take a break from the confines of our home and make our long-awaited visit to the National Museum of Natural History (NMNT), one of the National Museum of the Philippines’ (NMP) three-component museums (the other two are the National Museum of Fine Arts and the National Museum of Anthropology).

Following protocol, we reserved and booked slots online a few days before our visit.

Constructed in 1940 as the Agriculture and Commerce Building, this sixstory museum was designed in a NeoClassical style by Architect Antonio Toledo. Destroyed in World War II, it was reconstructed in 1949 according to the original plans. At some point in time, the building was occupied by the Department of Tourism (DOT). In 2015, the building became the NMNT when the DOT moved its offices to Makati.

After a nearly P1 billion renovation, the museum was officially inaugurated on September 30, 2017, and on May 18, 2018, the NMNT opened.

At the atrium is a fitting introduction to the museum—the striking “Tree of Life.” This commanding DNA-like, double helix architectural structure, linking the dome to the atrium’s ground, broadens near the roof, making it similar to a tree trunks leaves and branches extending in the canopy of the museum. However, its scenic central elevator, itself an attraction, was closed during our visit. It would have offered a great 270-degree view of the museum’s foyer/atrium.

The National Museum of Natural History has six floors with 12 galleries that display zoological, botanical, and geological specimens with interactive displays, video guides, diagrams, and illustrations integrated. Before ascending the ramp system that allows visitors to move from one floor to the other with ease, we first visited the Richard McGregor Hallway and its collection of 88 foreign and 8 petrified wood, donated by Larry and Pat

Gotuaco to the NMP in 2018. Behind the glass, we also saw the Philippine eagles Gemma and Tinuy-an mounted in the form of taxidermy.

The First Floor houses the Hyundai Entrance Hall, Lower Courtyard, Education, Function Halls, and Visitor Services. The Hyundai Entrance Hall houses a prominent highlight of the museum’s osteological collection, the almost completely intact, 13.5 m (43.5 ft) long skeleton of the Marinduque Sperm Whale hanging from its ceiling. At the Lower Courtyard is the large-scale glass sculpture “ARCANUM XIX, Paradise Regained” (1976) by renowned glass sculptor Ramon Orlina.

The Second Floor houses two galleries, the Upper Entrance Hall, the Shell Philippines Centennial Upper Courtyard, and the Ayala Reception Hall. Hanging from the ceiling of the Ayala Reception Hall is the skeleton of “Lolong,” the former Guinness World Records holder as the largest saltwater crocodile in captivity from September 3, 2011, until his death on February 10, 2013. Gallery XI (Our Natural Inheritance), at the Phinma North Exhibition Hall, focuses on climate change. Here, you can learn about various environmental issues that the country has been facing over the years. Gallery XII, at the Phinma South Exhibition Hall, houses temporary exhibits.

The Shell Philippines Centennial Upper Courtyard houses four museum-authorized replicas of famous dinosaur fossil discoveries, acquired in 2018 and part

Gallery VIII (Freshwater Wetlands)

Gallery VI (Lowland Evergreen Rainforests)

Skeleton of the Marinduque Sperm Whale at the Hyundai Entrance Hall

Replica of a submarine at Gallery X (Marine Realm)

Dinosaur Exhibit at Shell Philippines Centennial Upper Courtyard

of the Larry and Pat Gotuaco Collection, all made to the exact specifications of the original pieces which are under the care of several museums abroad. Giant tapestry posters along with this courtyard feature three unique animals endemic to the Philippine archipelago—the Philippine Eagle, the Tamaraw, and the Philippine Tarsier.

The Third Floor houses two galleries.

Gallery IX (Mangroves, Beaches, and Intertidal Zones), at the Bloomberry North Exhibition Hall, highlights the different types of coastal ecosystems such as beach forest, intertidal zone, mudflat, sandy beach, seagrass bed, and mangrove forest. Gallery X (The Marine Realm), at the Bloomberry South Exhibition Hall, provides a closer look at underwater

scenes. Check out the replica of a submarine which presents an interactive underwater experience.

On the Fourth and Fifth Floor each house four galleries. Gallery V (Mossy, Montane, and Pine Forests), at the Zuellig Family Exhibition Hall, is about the highelevation forests of the Philippines and the wildlife that inhabits these particular types of forests. Gallery VI (Lowland Evergreen Rainforests) is a facsimile of the most common forest type in Southeast Asia and the Philippines. Gallery VII (Ultramafic and Limestone Karst Forests), at the First Philippine Holdings Exhibition Hall, features mini replicas of these two unique forests types as well as a replica of a cave.

Quest Plus Clark wins at ASEAN Tourism Award

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uest Plus Conference Center Clark received the prestigious ASEAN MICE Venue Award for its iconic Magellan Grand Ballroom last Januar y 19 at the 2022 ASEAN Tourism Awards held in Preah Sihanoukville, Cambodia. This recognition is awarded to tourism establishments that have met the internationally recognized ASEAN MICE Venue Standards for meetings and exhibition venues.

Quest Plus has 304 rooms and villas,

located in the heart of Filinvest Mimosa+ Leisure City inside Clark Freeport Zone. With its Culture of Clean in place and signature Filipino hospitality, the hotel is a favorite destination for both leisure and business travelers. In its five years of operation, Quest Plus Clark has hosted major international events such as the 2017 ASEAN Summit, the 2019 Southeast Asian Games, and the first sports bubble in the country for the 2020 PBA Philippine Cup. Other Philippine hotels and cit-

ies have also been awarded during the event for their commitment to upholding the highest standards in tourism.

“This recognition of our local cities, and hotels and MICE [Meetings, Incentives, Convention, and Exhibition] venues not only serves as a testament to the Philippines’s commitment to upholding the best tourism standards, it also mirrors the strong Bayanihan spirit we have exhibited to overcome this crisis,” shared Tourism Secretary Bernadette Romulo Puyat in a statement.

Quest Plus Hotel Clark

Gallery VIII (Freshwater Wetlands), at the Megaworld Exhibition Hall, features some noteworthy freshwater wetlands in the country and unique species of plants and animals associated with freshwater ecosystems in the form of preserved specimens, videos, photographs, and models. Gallery I (Philippine Biodiversity), at the Sunlife Philippines Exhibition Hall, highlights the amazing diversity (more than 52,000 described species) of both flora and fauna of the country, both through replicas and petrified and dioramas. On display here are the taxidermy display of the aforementioned Lolong and the critically endangered Philippine Eagle, the country’s national bird. Gallery II (The Geology of the Philippines) features igneous, metamorphic, and sedimentary rocks that make up the islands of the Philippines.

Galler y III (Minerals and Energ y Resources), divided into two sections, features the different types of natural resources that we utilize in the Philippines. Gallery IV (Life Through Time) takes visitors back in time through the different fossils discovered from around the country. Check out the replica of a megalodon’s jaw, the largest predatory shark to ever exist (23 million years ago) on earth. The Sixth Floor houses the Roof Garden, Function Halls, and the National Museum Conference Center.

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A10 Saturday, February 19, 2022 • Editor: Gerard S. Ramos

What did people talk about on stan Twitter in 2021?

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N 2021, many people stayed home and became K-pop and K-drama fans and that was exciting as our previously “civilian” friends got into the things we love. The Philippine entertainment scene also got a boost, thanks to blockbusters like He’s Into Her, featuring the popular loveteam of Donny Pangilinan and Belle Mariano (known as DonBelle).

The entertainment audience is very active on the side of Twitter, known as stan Twitter. Movie buffs, music junkies and series binge-watchers all gather on the app to share their thoughts on the things they enjoy.

Content related to streaming platforms content grew with 25.5 million tweets in 2021 around shows and movies on streaming services from Southeast Asia, said Twitter. People went on Twitter to discuss fan theories and express their excitement whenever a movie or show teaser dropped.

Philippine entertainment in 2021 saw a boost in streaming content, music, films and TV show conversations, while the most talked about streaming services on Twitter were Netflix, iFlix, iQIYI, Viu and WeTV. From Twitter, here’s a rundown of what kept Filipinos entertained in 2021.

Content on demand

THERE were 4.4 million tweets about streaming platforms content from January to October 2021.

Viewers had a variety of choices with streaming services providing every genre of entertainment possible on-demand, and they took to Twitter to share when new seasons or episodes dropped.

K-drama and superheroes movies, which has expanded its audience through streaming services, appealed to global viewers of all genres.

From Hometown Cha-Cha-Cha to the raves for WandaVision, Filipinos tweeted their reactions to every episode.

Aside from international content, people were also interested in locally produced content available on key platforms. A milestone for Filipino pop culture in 2021 was the release of the animated adaptation of Trese on Netflix.

Love local TV

THE rise of streaming platforms does not dampen the continuous growth of conversations around local TV in the Philippines. There were over 27.4 million tweets about the shows He’s Into Her and The World Between Us. Celebrities also dominated the conversation about local TV as fans continued to tweet their support for their favorite individual stars and loveteams like Maine Mendoza and DonBelle.

Cinema feels at home

EVEN if most cinemas are still closed, the conversation around cinema and movies is going steady in the Philippines.

Twitter recorded more than 3 million tweets about cinema from January to October 2021, most of which were tweets celebrating locally produced movies, such as Princess DayaReese and Hello Stranger: The Movie, and the strong interest in the actors who topbilled these movies.

International movies also remained popular, proving that Filipinos are among the first movers when it comes to knowing the latest in global content, from seeing the much-awaited Justice League Snyder Cut and hyping the buzz for Spider-Man No Way Home.

Staying in tune

THE biggest growth on Twitter regarding entertainment conversations went to music with a whopping 92.8 million tweets from January to October 2021. Stan Twitter is home to many fandoms.

Filipino group SB19 ruled the scene, and was and still is the most talked-about band in the country.

Since the Philippines is one of the top markets on K-pop Twitter conversations, some of the most talkedabout artists in the stan Twitter world were BTS, EXO and TWICE. ■

New Pokémon Legends video released THE Pokémon Co., headquartered in Minato-ku, Tokyo, with CEO Tsunekazu Ishihara, has released a Pokémon Legends: Arceus Hisui 360° View video. It features the setting for the Pokémon Legends: Arceus, Jade Region in 360 degree view.

In the Hisui 360° View video released this time, the Pokémon company recreated a realistic world where you can “immerse” in the rich nature and vast land of the Hisui Region, the stage of this adventure.

In the video, the player can encounter Pokémon by clicking or tapping on the screen.

They can also “ride” a Pokémon around the Hisui region with three Pokémons: Wyrdee, which runs on the ground; Hisuian Braviary, which flaps its wings in the sky; and Basculegion, which moves vigorously on the water.

Pokémon Legends: Arceus was released on January 28 for Nintendo Switch.

The video can be viewed on the Pokémon Official Facebook page, or the official Pokémon Legends Arceus site (legends.pokemon.com/en-us).

PHL a growing market for gaming across platforms

BY RIZAL RAOUL S. REYES STEVE LONG, Intel corporate vice president and general manager for the Asia Pacific and Japan (APJ) region.

MICROPROCESSOR manufacturing colossus Intel recently said gaming across platforms is getting more popular in the Philippines specially among the younger generation “While I can’t break out exact numbers, I can say that the Philippines is a very important and growing market for Intel in APAC, especially from a gaming tech perspective. By our own internal estimates, we saw the total addressable market (TAM) for PC sales in the Philippines grow by 12 percent from 2019 to 2020, and by another 20 percent from 2020 to 2021,” Steve Long, Intel corporate vice president and general manager for Asia Pacific and Japan (APJ) region, told BUSINESSMIRROR in an e-mail interview.

Although mobile gaming remains popular to a majority of Filipinos, Long pointed out that Intel is playing an important role in the cloud gaming infrastructure and helping enable cloud processing that several mobile games rely on for a great consumer experience. From an ecosystem perspective, Long said Intel is covering all the bases and providing the best hardware available and software optimizations to boost gaming, streaming or mega-tasking across a multitude of

devices.

“Speaking about the gaming market broadly, we know that gaming on mobile devices is hugely popular in the Philippines, as it is in much of Southeast Asia. This can be attributed to factors such as portability, high smartphone penetration, free-to-play apps, and improving Internet speeds,” Long explained.

Furthermore, Long said PC gaming is also popular, and esports is gaining momentum. Citing research group Statista, Long said around 70 percent of the men’s urban population and 61 percent of women in the Philippines played games on personal computers in 2020. He also stressed that the growing popularity of esports in the Philippines will also be a driving force behind increased interest in PC gaming and PC hardware sales, as it is in many places around the world.

“We launched our 12th Gen desktop processors late last year, leading with our highest performing desktop CPU, the Intel Core i9-12900K. The new performance hybrid architecture is highly scalable, meaning we can apply it to anything from high-performance desktop CPUs to CPUs that power the most cutting-edge thin and light laptops, all while delivering class-leading experiences.”

Long said the launching of Intel’s 12th Gen mobile processor this year at the Consumer Electronics Show has included arguably the world’s best gaming processor for laptops—the Intel Core i9-12900HK. “This year at CES we announced our 12th Gen mobile processor family, led by our new H-series that includes the world’s best gaming processor for laptops, the Intel Core i912900HK. While its highest performing processors are used by desktop enthusiast gamers,” Long said the Intel 12th Gen H-series now also delivers incredible desktop-grade gaming experience on a laptop.

“Gaming laptops are also gaining prominence because they offer users the flexibility to enjoy more immersive gaming experiences while getting their day-to-day work done on the same machine without having to be tied to a desk,” he said.

Long said gaming has experienced immense growth during the pandemic. With majority of the world forced to stay at home, he said people searched for ways to entertain themselves and maintain their social connections using technology. For many people, Long said online gaming was a much-needed lifeline or welcome distraction.

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STUDY SHOWS 2022 DATING TRENDS IN PHL

BY RODERICK L. ABAD Contributor FOR singles or hopeless romantics out there, chances are they can have a date at a click of a button since four out of 10 people in the Philippines are dating on the web under the “new normal,” according to a womenfirst dating and social networking app.

Based on its latest research on the top trends that will shape the dating scene in the country this year, dating app Bumble reported that 42 percent of Filipinos have been using a dating app since the Covid-19 pandemic and claiming to be optimistic about it in 2022.

The health crisis has brought a lot of changes for daters, but many have adjusted along the way by embracing video chat and planning virtual dates.

Among the research findings is that 68 percent of Bumble users nationwide are ready to hit the reset button on their dating journey in the new year.

Talking about the impacts of the pandemic on them, 67 percent of daters on the app claimed that it has drastically changed what they are looking for in a partner while 75 percent said that it has made them now prioritize finding a lover who is more emotionally available.

“Slow dating” is empowering to have better quality chats on the web as 32 of the survey respondents admitted that they are taking their time to know their dates with video dates before meeting in person and taking things to the next level.

Their search for someone might have shifted, per the study, but this hasn’t necessarily made dating super serious. In fact, the ensuing crisis has made 77 percent of people question what their “type” even is.

Looking ahead this year, 43 percent would describe their dating approach as exploratory and 46 percent as adventurous.

More Filipinos are now looking for partners outside their city with 59 percent of participants claiming they are open to dating someone living in another town or city. It is also shown that those clingy on their partners won’t bother to be seen by other people as 79 percent said they are more open to public displays of affection post-pandemic.

Netizens are more open to finding a new activity amid the pandemic, with 78 percent of the app’s users having picked up new hobbies and skills as 63 percent are planning their dates around their new pastimes. The report indicated this as an easy way for people to get back into dating post-lockdown by doing something they already love and it’s a great way to connect over shared interests.

“The last two years have given people an enormous amount of time and space for self-reflection, and have been all about change and discovery,” Bumble Asia Pacific Communications Director Lucille McCart said.

“2022 is going to be the year that we put this all into action, with the knowledge that we are able to date on our own time and at our own pace. With over 68 percent of single Filipinos looking to ‘reset’ their dating lives, 2022 looks likely to be a big year for romance,” she added.

Bumble conducted the research using internal data and polling between October 6 to 21, 2021, with a sample of over 8,500 of the app’s users across the Philippines, Australia, Canada, France, Germany, India, Mexico, the United Kingdom, and the United States.

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The battle of the roses and color-coded campaigns O

N May 9, 2022, 65.7 million Filipinos will go to the polls to vote for the country’s 17th president who will take the reigns from President Rodrigo Duterte.

But before that, the 10 presidential candidates, nine vice-presidential candidates, 64 senatorial aspirants, and thousands of local candidates have to go through three grueling months of trying to convince voters to shade their names on the ballots.

The campaign period is well underway, and just like our fiestas, election time has been just as colorful because of the candidates’ signature colors.

Whether you want to “paint the town red,” “wear Pink on Wednesdays,” choose “blue as the warmest color,” or believe that “Orange is the new Black,” we proudly proclaim our political affiliations with our choice of colors and one glance at your friends’ profile photos prove it.

Despite the lower alert level and being vaccinated (plus boosted), the pandemic isn’t over yet, making this election a lot different with digital playing an even bigger role than it did in 2019.

According to digital marketing expert, Milo Sandig, digital psychology will play a crucial role in terms of how the candidates will execute their campaign strategies.

Traditional campaigns of gathering large crowds in sorties, candidates shaking hands, hugging (even kissing) supporters are not only dangerous but also unsafe because of Covid-19.

“Now, to get your message across, you have to rely on tarps, billboards, TV, and digital ads. However, billboards and TV ads don’t ignite conversations like digital and social media does,” Sandig pointed out.

Sandig is the CEO of Digitalinnov, a company that specializes in Search Engine Optimization (SEO), SEO Ready Website Development, Search Engine Marketing (SEM), Online Reputation Management, UX/UI/IA, Application Development, Social Media Marketing, YouTube Optimization, Digital Branding, and Penetration Testing.

The company’s mission is to create optimized digital marketing strategies and innovative technologies specifically for go-getters craving to develop a valuable online presence.

As the elections draw near, it is vital to stress the fact that our modern world looks ready to face the challenge of holding a national election amid the ongoing pandemic. Digital technology will play a central role in providing possibilities and

breakthroughs for this activity to push through.

Comparing Filipinos to other netizens of the world, Sandig says we are unique in terms of our digital engagement. “You’ve seen just how ‘lively’ the conversations are on Facebook, Twitter, and community pages. Pinoys are very opinionated, we don’t just ‘Like’ or ‘Share’ a post, we also want to be part of the conversation and speak our minds.”

This need to participate in the discussion could be used to deliver their message and could give “newer” candidates a chance against more popular names or those who belong to political families.

This year’s democratic exercise owes much to social media more than ever. Whether building a politician’s image in an attempt to revise written

history or establish an identity by way of color, the game-changing platform can make or break a society.

Asked if he was given a choice between name recall and a strong social-media game, Sandig says he’d choose the latter.

He, however, cautioned that social media can go both ways. “Unlike before when both good or bad publicity is still publicity, a bad reputation tends to stick and can eventually damage your brand. We’re used to mudslinging and black propaganda, but it is very different now with the trolls and fake news, and they could easily change the narrative—especially as Pinoys don’t usually bother to fact check.

“As long as it is a good photo or infographic that’s shared by a friend or relative in their chat groups,

Harnessing technology to boost employee care amid pandemic TRUE to its acclaim as the Best Workplace in Asia, Globe continues to enhance its employee care initiatives by leveraging innovative technology for more efficient program delivery as pandemic restrictions remain.

“Especially at this time of a prolonged health crisis coupled with the recent Omicron surge, Globe has made it a point to keep listening to its employees and ensure their safety and good health through digital interventions that are easy to use, responsive and reliable,” said Ato Jiao, Globe chief human resource officer.

“We know full well that our work force’s overall well-being must be prioritized so we can continue to deliver the best service and connectivity experience to our customers,” he added.

Globe was named Best Workplace of the Year at the 2021 Asia Corporate Excellence & Sustainability Awards (ACES), particularly for its focus on enabling and empowering its

employees.

Aside from holistic Covid-19 support packages, expanded medical coverage, postCovid care therapy sessions, and employee engagement sessions, the company has keyed in on innovative technologies and applications that have helped employees adjust easily to new ways of working.

These include chatbots such as the Digital Usher for Disasters and Emergencies, or DUDE, which serves as an official Covid-19 health monitor where employees may report symptoms and receive immediate assistance from a dedicated Covid-19 response team.

DUDE also serves as a wellness and mental health channel, providing daily health check-ins and safety reminders.

It also connects employees to Hopechat, Globe’s virtual counseling service.

Yet another initiative is Wanda, a recognition chatbot that enables employees to send special e-cards to each other, a

gesture that helps foster Globe’s culture of recognition even while working apart.

More recently, the company also launched the Employee Virtual Assistant, or EVA, an AI-powered chatbot that is able to answer employees’ HR-related questions.

For more complex requests or inquiries, EVA also serves as a portal for raising tickets to the HR department.

“With over 8,000 employees nationwide, it is vital for us to maximize on the latest technologies in order to simplify and speed up employee engagement—all while maintaining a culture of caring or malasakit within the team, and strengthening our signature Alagang Globe,” said Jiao.

Over the past year, Globe adopted a multi-faceted approach to active employee engagement, relying on more digital tools due to limitations brought about by the new work environment. These include virtual learning and fitness sessions, talk shows, educational webinars, and podcasts.

people will easily believe it—often without even bothering to verify the information.”

Asked about his observations on the presidentiables campaign strategies, he said VP Leni Robredo would probably be the most challenging because she’s always been the target of fake news and trolling. Despite the growing support you see on social media, it hasn’t helped her numbers.

Based on the most recent Pulse Asia Survey, Robredo continues to be in second place but her numbers dropped from 20 percent in December to 16 percent in January. Ferdinand Marcos Jr., on the other hand, maintained and even expanded his lead over his rivals from holding 53 percent of support in December, to 60 percent support from “likely voters.”

Surveys serve as a snapshot of public sentiment during the survey period and serve as guides for candidates and their campaign teams.

“It means there’s something wrong and they are not are getting their message across. As far as engagements go, forming a solid community would be a great boost.”

He also noted that celebrity endorsements aren’t as effective as before, as people tend to think they’ve been paid to support the candidate. Instead, the leading candidates have turned to “YouTubers” and “influencers” to deliver their messages.

For Sandig, the challenges brought by the pandemic only strengthened the resolve of Digitalinnov Inc. in providing top-of-the-line digital marketing solutions. Embracing the reality that a business should quickly adapt to the changes that had come with the lockdowns and layoffs, it has kept its good streak as it continuously exemplifies the essence of success in the new normal.

With its customer-centric approach to building businesses and brands, Digitalinnov has led in the way of delivering effective digital marketing tailored to the needs and targets of its high-profile clients. It has in its arsenal a strong team of SEO professionals, social-media experts, skilled content writers, talented graphic designers, and top-notch digital marketing strategists.

Given the situation the business community is in relatively a year after the declaration of a pandemic, the company is among the players in the tech industry that legitimately arose from it. Its clientele boasts a who’s who of big brands in the market such as BMW, Nissan, Honda, RCBC, Isuzu, Fujifilm, Philippine Sports Commission, Mapua University, among others.

It’s a plus that Sandig takes pride in the potential of the Filipino in the realms of digitalization. He explained, “The Philippines has a great potential when it comes to digital. We’ve been recognized as the highest users of social media in the world. When I went to tech giants in Silicon Valley, you’d be proud that Filipinos are doing well. It’s our kababayans who are running the show when you look at tech firms in Singapore, Hong Kong, Europe, and the US. We have the right people to position our country as a tech powerhouse in the world. All it takes is a strong ecosystem within companies that works hand in hand.” ■

DIGITAL marketing expert Milo Sandig

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‘Lakas Ng Tatlo’ 2nd conference on at Big Dome

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RAND final champion Limitless App tries to extend its domination of the Philippine Basketball Association 3x3 Lakas Ng Tatlo in the second conference that kicks off with Leg 1 on Saturday the Smart Araneta Coliseum.

The Appmasters, who ruled the first conference grand finals last year, headline the 13 competing teams in the six-leg tournament that carries corresponding Fiba 3x3 rankings.

Brandon Ganuelas-Rosser, Jorey Napoles, Reymar Caduyac and Marvin Hayes will be back for another tour of duty for Limitless App, which kept intact the core of the team that became the first to win back-to-back leg titles all the way to claiming the P750,000 top prize in the inaugural grand finals.

Limitless App is grouped in Pool C with Purefoods TJ Titans, Cavitex and NorthPort.

Guest team and grand finals runner-up Platinum Karaoke parades new acquisition Matt Salem as it leads Pool A together with a souped-up Barangay Ginebra side, Terrafirma 3x3, Sista Super Sealers and debuting Master Sardines.

The rest of the competing teams are bunched in Pool B led by first conference third placer TNT Tropang Giga, Meralco 3x3, San Miguel Beer and guest team Pioneer Pro Tibay.

Platinum battles Barangay Ginebra in the first of a heavy 16-game schedule at the Big Dome on opening day starting at 8 a.m., with the Kings reinforced by former La Salle stalwart Encho Serrano and Lyceum’s Jayson David.

Master Sardines debuts against Sista Super Sealers, which lost Prince Rivero to Cavitex, followed by the TNTSan Miguel game, NorthPort-TJ Titans duel and Terrafirma-Platinum match.

Meralco opens its campaign against TNT, Cavitex opposite Purefoods and Pioneer against San Miguel.

Limitless App won’t play its first game until around noon when it battles NorthPort.

Six more games are on tap on Sunday to cap the preliminaries, before the eight teams battle each other in the knockout stage.

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| Saturday, February 19, 2022 mirror_sports@yahoo.com.ph Editor: Jun Lomibao

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ON OLYMPIC ICE

MEMBERS of team Canada whoop it up on the rink after receiving their women’s ice hockey gold medal at the expense of the United States, 3-2, in the final Thursday night at the Beijing 2022 Winter Olympics.

The Canadians finish 7-0 by showcasing a dynamic, deep and relentless offensive attack to capture their fifth Olympic title in seven tournaments, with four coming against the Americans in what has been one of sports’ fiercest and longest-running rivalries. AP

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Turf titans vie in ‘Comms’ Cup at San Lazaro HE MOST-AWAITED rematch of titans in local horseracing takes place on Sunday at the San Lazaro Business and Leisure Park in Carmona (Cavite) with the staging of the P2.5-million 2022 Philippine Racing Commission (Philracom) Commissioners’ Cup. Edward Vincent Diokno and former Commissioner Felizardo “Jun” Sevilla Jr.’s Sky Shot, Laiza Eje’s Boss Emong and Leonardo “Sandy” Javier’s Super Swerte will be up against one another in the 1,600 meter race that offers a P1.5-million prize to the winner, P.5 million to the second placer and P250,000 to the third placer. The next three finishers will bank P125,000, P75,000 and P50,000, respectively.

The three figured in a controversial Presidential Gold Cup last December where Sky Shot crossed

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the line first but was disqualified after a protest was lodged by Super Swerte’s connections.

They will be challenged by Best Regards, Pangalusian Island, Son Also Rises and War Cannon in Sunday’s racec.

Nine horses are vying for the P450,000 top prize in the P750,000 Commissioners’ Cup Division II race.

They are Victorious Colt, Arrabiata, Magtotobetski, Weather Lang, Flattering You, Batang Cabrera, Greatwall, Shining Vic and Isla Puting Bato.

Entered in the P500,000 Commissioners’ Cup Division III race that offers P300,000 to the winner are The Accountant, Refuse To Lose, Hook On D Run, La Liga Filipina, Full Control, Cam From Behind, Tiger Boy, Kid Baloloy, Gintong Tubig, Fortissimo, Bomod-Ok Falls and Spandau Ballet.

KAMILA VALIEVA is consoled by her coaches as (from left) silver medalist Alexandra Trusova and gold medalist Anna Shcherbakova both of the Russian Olympic Committee and bronze medalist, Kaori Sakamoto of Japan pose during the medal ceremony of women’s free skate on Thursday. AP on the end of the Olympics and I hope that you can live calmly and breathe.”

Unfortunately for Valieva, she can’t relax just yet. The failed drug test which turned her life upside down still hangs over her head.

While she was allowed to keep skating in Beijing by the Court of Arbitration for Sport to avoid “irreparable harm,” that ruling is valid only until a full investigation of her December 25 test for the banned substance trimetazidine is resolved.

The case could take months and still cost Valieva and her Russian teammates the gold medal they won in last week’s team event.

Runner-up Alexandra Trusova was also in despair after her historymaking five quadruple jumps proved not enough to beat teammate Anna Shcherbakova to the gold medal. “I hate this sport,” she shouted at the side of the rink. “I won’t go onto the ice again.” AP

EIJING—The gold medalist said she felt empty. The silver medalist pledged never to skate again. The favorite left in tears without saying a word.

After one of the most dramatic nights in their sport’s history, Russia’s trio of teenage figure skating stars each enter an uncertain future.

Her Olympics and life turned upside down by a doping case, world record holder Kamila Valieva faces a possible ban and a coach whose first response to her disastrous skate Thursday was criticism.

“Why did you let it go? Why did you stop fighting?” cameras caught Eteri Tutberidze—the notoriously strict coach who will be investigated over Valieva’s failed drug test—telling the 15-year-old after she fell twice and dropped out of medal contention.

International Olympic Committee (IOC) President Thomas Bach said he was disturbed by the intense pressure on the young skaters, particularly Valieva, and criticized her coaches without naming Tutberidze.

“When I afterwards saw how she was received by her closest

entourage, with such, what appeared to be a tremendous coldness, it was chilling to see this,” he said at a news conference Friday. “Rather than giving her comfort, rather than to try to help her, you could feel this chilling atmosphere, this distance.”

Some in skating have pushed to raise the minimum age for participation at the Olympics from 15 to 17 or 18.

As Valieva placed fourth and left in tears, she received a message of support from 2018 silver medalist Evgenia Medvedeva.

“I am so happy that this hell is over for you,” Medvedeva posted on Instagram. “I really value you and love you and I’m happy that you can relax now, sweetie. I congratulate you

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Djokovic gets warm welcome in Dubai

UBAI, United Arab Emirates— Serbian tennis star Novak Djokovic on Thursday received a warm welcome in Dubai, where he visited the world’s fair following the global drama around his decision to remain unvaccinated.

After being twice detained and deported from Australia ahead of the year’s first Grand Slam Tournament last month, Djokovic was in the United Arab Emirates for the Duty Free Tennis Championships.

“I’m excited to go out on the tennis court next Monday,” he said when asked by The Associated Press how he feels after the recent twists and turns of the legal dispute over his travel visa. “I miss tennis honestly after everything that has happened.”

Djokovic this week doubled down on his decision to stay unvaccinated.

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POC eyes more Filipino athletes in 2026 Games

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By Josef Ramos

EIJING—The Philippine Olympic Committee (POC) will embark on a search for homegrown and heritage Filipino athletes who could potentially qualify for the 2026 Winter Olympic Games in Milano and Cortina in Italy.

POC President Rep. Abraham “Bambol” Tolentino said the POC will encourage the Philippine Ski and Snowboard Federation (PSSF) and Philippine Skating Union (PSU) to start in earnest their campaign for the 2026 Winter Games.

“It’s time to look for other talents not only in Alpine skiing but also in other events like figure skating, bobsleigh, curling, snowboard and freestyle and crosscountry skiing,” said Tolentino. “I believe that there’re a lot of talents abroad with Filipino blood who can represent the country.”

Asa Miller was the country’s lone representative in the Beijing Winter Games in men’s giant slalom and slalom. The two-time Winter Olympian, however, didn’t finish in both races.

Tolentino said the POC will not hesitate to recruit more athletes through the help of PSSF president Jim Apelar and PSU head Nikki Cheng.

“We will explore the Winter Games sports and we will try to find more Filipino talents,” Tolentino said. “I believe there are disciplines that we can excel in.”

Tolentino said that despite Miller’s mishap in Beijing, his qualification alone in two events are already worth being proud of.

“Representing us in the Winter Olympics twice is absolutely big for us as a tropical nation,” he said. “We’re still proud of Asa.” The Philippines was the first tropical nation—also from Southeast Asia—to participate in the Winter Olympics with cousins Ben Nanasca and Juan Cipriano qualifying for Alpine skiing in the 1972 Sapporo Games. Only four other Filipinos, however, made it to the Winter Games—luger Raymond Ocampo (1988 Calgary), Alpine skier Michael Turuel (1992 Albertville), Figure skater Michael Christian Martinez (2014 Sochi and 2018 Pyeongchang) and Miller (Pyeongchang and Beijing).

Apelar, meanwhile, said he believes Miller will return for his third Winter Olympis, but named five other potential youngsters who has bright future in winter sports. They are 19-year-old Alpine skier Brandon Leitner, 21-year-old freestyle mogul skier Melvin Kangas, 24-year-old snowboard athlete Adrian Lee Tongko and 19-year-old skier Ana Noelle Wahleithner.

Cheng, on the other hand, said her NSA is confident on 18-yearold short track speed skater Julian Macaraeg and 16-year-old figure skater Sofia Frank.

Contact sports allowed in Davao City

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AVAO CITY—The city government allowed residents to engage in contact sports following the lifting of restrictions brought about by the Covid-19 pandemic.

The lifting of the ban in contact sports followed the cancellation of

he would skip the French Open, Wimbledon and other tournaments if he was required to get a coronavirus vaccine to compete.

Djokovic reiterated in an interview with Serbia’s state RTS television on Thursday that he keeps “an open mind” about the possibility of getting vaccinated in the future but remains willing to miss upcoming majors because of his refusal to do so.

“I am not exclusive, anything is possible in life,” he said. “I decided at this moment not to do it and I am ready to bear consequences.”

The government of Dubai does not require visitors to be vaccinated to enter. The men’s tennis tour event begins next week. AP

NOVAK DJOKOVIC is in Dubai where its government does not require visitors to be vaccinated to enter. AP

the city-wide liquor ban.

City Sports Division head Mikey Aportadera said that the City Covid-19 Task Force now allows residents to play basketball, volleyball, football and frisbee.

The task force said these sports are allowed provided that residents follow basic health protocols and other guidelines under a more relaxed restriction of Alert Level 2.

“Our favorite games such as basketball, volleyball, football and frisbee will resume because we already have the guidelines,” Aportadera said.

Aportadera, however, stressed the need to observe minimum public health guidelines.

“We hold everyone responsible in exercising vigilance against their exposure. If it is not one’s turn to play yet, or while waiting as a substitute, he or she must wear a mask,” Aportadera said.

He said tournaments and competitions are still banned adding that allowing contact sports activities are for “exercise purposes only.”

For organized sports events, Aportadera told organizers to craft their health and safety protocols and submit the documents to the Public Safety and Security Command Center and other concerned offices for approval.

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8 STONE BUSINESS OUTSOURCING OPC 5-10/f Tower 1, Pitx Kennedy Road, Tambo, City Of Parañaque CHIN CHEN Customer Service Representative Mandarin Speaking 1.

Brief Job Description: Build sustainable Relationship of trust through open and interactive communication in Mandarin Speaking

CHOONG CHIN LI Customer Service Representative Mandarin Speaking 2.

Brief Job Description: Build sustainable Relationship of trust through open and interactive communication in Mandarin Speaking

WANG, YIKE Customer Service Representative Mandarin Speaking 3.

Brief Job Description: Build sustainable Relationship of trust through open and interactive communication in Mandarin Speaking

YANG, XIN Customer Service Representative Mandarin Speaking 4.

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KHAN, NIDA Senior Manager For Clinical Utilization Management Basic Qualification: Knows how to recommend relationship potential products or services to management by collecting custom information and analyzing customer needs.

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SUBBA RAO, MUKKUND Workforce Director 16.

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Basic Qualification: Knows how to recommend relationship potential products or services to management by collecting custom information and analyzing customer needs.

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Brief Job Description: Oversee, monitor, and drive daily all areas of performance metrics (call handling times, service levels, productivity, quality, VOC, NPS, customer effort, and related / applicable areas of customer experience) in the organization to assure that standards are met and sustained across the board in the delivery of service to our clients.

BANGALORE SRINIVAS, VINAY Director For Business Excellence

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Brief Job Description: Able to conduct analytics pocs (proof-of-concept) for various domains. Able to analyze structure around unstructured data (phone calls, chats, emails, survey, social media).

KISHIDA, SHINICHI Japanese Speaking Associate 13.

Brief Job Description: Assist in translating claim documents from Nihongo to English, Attends to customers’ inquiries and complaints regarding the healthcare products via phone calls.

GUPTA, POOJA Senior Director For Operations 14.

Brief Job Description: Responsible for all departments within the campaign. This includes operations, training & development, quality & process improvement, employee relations and workforce management.

METWIN USULI Bahasa Indonesian Language-manager Customer Service Brief Job Description: Initiate conversation to uncover customer needs

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FENNY TAN NIWIJAYA Bahasa Indonesian Language-officer Customer Service Brief Job Description: Initiate conversation to uncover customer needs

Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999

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Basic Qualification: Proficient in speaking, reading and writing in Mandarin Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999 Basic Qualification: Proficient in speaking, reading and writing in Mandarin

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YAN WIWI Bahasa Indonesian Language-officer Customer Service Brief Job Description: Initiate conversation to uncover customer needs

PRASELIA KRISTIANA Bahasa Indonesian Language-supervisor Customer Service Brief Job Description: Initiate conversation to uncover customer needs

JUMNONG, SUPANEE Thai Language-officer Customer Service Brief Job Description: Initiate conversation to uncover customer needs

Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999 Basic Qualification: Proficient in speaking, reading and writing in Mandarin

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Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999 Basic Qualification: Able to speak, read and write Chinese language Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999

BETAINE (PH) B.V - PHILIPPINE BRANCH 11th-21st Flr., Zeta Tower Bridgetowne Ext. E Rodriguez Jr. Ave. Ortigas, 3, Ugong Norte, Quezon City FEBY GEORGE JOHN Associate Vice President For International Operations

Brief Job Description: In charge of capacity planning. Actively participates in planning and implementation activities of new lobs.

Basic Qualification: College degree in any field. At least 10 years of experience in a BPO setting with 5 years in a senior leadership role; with healthcare background.

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Salary Range: Php 150,000 - Php 499,999 Basic Qualification: Vocational Diploma/ Short Course Certificate, Bachelor’s/College Degree; Strictly follow procedures and requirements outlined in addressing customer issues/ request Salary Range: Php 90,000 - Php 149,999 Basic Qualification: College degree preferably medical courses. Must be in director role at least 3 years.

Must have experience in healthcare campaign.

Salary Range: Php 150,000 - Php 499,999

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Basic Qualification: College degree preferably medical courses. Must be in a managerial role for at least 3 years or at least 2 years as senior manager Salary Range: Php 90,000 - Php 149,999 Basic Qualification: Candidate must possess at least A Bachelor’s/College Degree, any field. At least 8-10 year(s) of working experience in workforce management.

CHANGUNE, NILESH NIVRUTTI Civil Site Specialist 29.

Salary Range: Php 150,000 - Php 499,999

Brief Job Description: Initiate conversation to uncover customer needs

PHAN CONG HAU Vietnamese Language-officer Customer Service Brief Job Description: Initiate conversation to uncover customer needs

Basic Qualification: Degree holder, must fluently speak and write any of the following languages: Bahasa, Vietnamese, Thai, to cater foreign market Salary Range: Php 60,000 - Php 89,999 Basic Qualification: Degree holder, must fluently speak and write any of the following languages: Bahasa, Vietnamese, Thai, to cater foreign market

Brief Job Description: Handles the design, analysis, and studies for land development aspects of a power plant project. Handles construction drawings and specifications, supporting permitting activities, and supporting the field construction professionals.

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CHENG, LIXIN Customer Service Representative Brief Job Description: Customer Service Representative

HUANG, WEIBIN Customer Service Representative Brief Job Description: Customer Service Representative

WU, GUOJING Customer Service Representative Brief Job Description: Customer Service Representative

XUE, JICHENG Customer Service Representative Brief Job Description: Customer Service Representative

ZHEN, ZHIHUA Customer Service Representative Brief Job Description: Customer Service Representative

BVI (PHILIPPINES) CORPORATION 6/f Lta Bldg., 118 Perea Street, San Lorenzo, City Of Makati

HOWE, STEVEN JOHN Business Development Manager 30.

Brief Job Description: The business development manager will be a strategist and a leader able to steer the company to the most profitable direction while also implementing its vision, mission and long-term goals.

Basic Qualification: Proven experience as business development manager, familiarity, knowledge and awareness on machinery and heavy equipment use by company.

Demonstrable experience in developing strategic business plan.

Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999

LIANG, JIABING Mandarin Deputy Project Supervisor 31.

Basic Qualification: Degree holder, must fluently speak and write any of the following languages: Bahasa, Vietnamese, Thai, to cater foreign market

Brief Job Description: The mandarin deputy project supervisor will be a strategist and a leader able to steer the company to the most profitable direction while also implementing its vision, mission and long-term goals.

Basic Qualification: Proven experience as mandarin deputy project supervisor, familiarity, knowledge and awareness on machinery and heavy equipment use by company.

Demonstrable experience in developing strategic business plan.

Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999

Salary Range: Php 60,000 - Php 89,999 Basic Qualification: Degree holder, must fluently speak and write any of the following languages: Bahasa, Vietnamese, Thai, to cater foreign market

Basic Qualification: Bachelor’s degree in related field; minimum of 10 years related work experience performing technical and detailed design for land development related project work; epc experience in power and renewables is an advantage; experience on tools/software such as autocad civil-3d/bentley inroads/sp 3d/hydrocad/ sewergems/stormcad/ hec-ras/bentley opm/ culvert master/flowmaster; experience working on ug/grading and drainage design - design coordination; proficient in theories and principles related to civil design of land development projects - hydrology, hydraulics, earthwork, utilities, and erosion control

CHINA HARBOUR ENGINEERING COMPANY 5/f Rm 501 Ramon Magsaysay Center, 1680 Roxas Blvd., 076, Barangay 699, Malate, City Of Manila

Basic Qualification: Degree holder, must fluently speak and write any of the following languages: Bahasa, Vietnamese, Thai, to cater foreign market Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999

QUALIFICATION AND SALARY RANGE

Salary Range: Php 150,000 - Php 499,999

Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999

LI, CHENGHUA Mandarin Mechanical And Electrical Maintenance Supervisor 32.

Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999

Brief Job Description: The mandarin mechanical and electrical maintenance supervisor will be a strategist and a leader able to steer the company to the most profitable direction while also implementing its vision, mission and long-term goals.

Basic Qualification: Proven experience as mandarin mechanical and electrical maintenance supervisor, familiarity, knowledge and awareness on machinery and heavy equipment use by company.

Demonstrable experience in developing strategic business plan.

Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999

Basic Qualification: Degree holder, must fluently speak and write any of the following languages: Bahasa, Vietnamese, Thai, to cater foreign market

DYNAMIC STUDIO TECHNOLOGY INC. 5th To 10th/f Platinum Tower Building, Aseana Ave. Cor. Fuentes Street, Baclaran, City Of Parañaque

Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999

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Basic Qualification: Degree holder, must fluently speak and write any of the following languages: Bahasa, Vietnamese, Thai, to cater foreign market Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999

BILLION DRAGON OUTSOURCE PHILS., INC. 3/f, Ayala Mall Southpark, Alabang, City Of Muntinlupa

Salary Range: Php 150,000 - Php 499,999 Basic Qualification: Trained or certified analytics practitioner in any nice, VERINT, NEXIDIA, CLARABRIDGE, IBM platform.

Candidate must possess at least bachelor’s/college degree, any field

NGUYEN VAN THANH Vietnamese Language-officer Customer Service

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BIGCAT SOFTWARE SOLUTIONS, INC. 18/f Pbcom Tower, 6795 Ayala Avenue Cor. Rufino Street, Salcedo Vill., Bel-air, City Of Makati

ANOC99 CORPORATION 5/f To 10/f Ayala Malls Manila Bay Building D., Macapagal Blvd. Cor. Aseana Street, Tambo, City Of Parañaque AARON WONG KWONG HUN Chinese Customer Service

Brief Job Description: Oversees the full scope of the operations and to direct the staff in the areas of: operations & performance management, people management, revenue profit and cost management, sales & client services, training & process management, leadership, strategy and organizational/program safety and security

Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999

ANDES CONSULTING ADVISORY INC. 35/f Tower 1 The Enterprise Center, 6766 Ayala Ave. Cor. Paseo De Roxas, San Lorenzo, City Of Makati LIU, YU-CHUN a.k.a. SEPHONE LIU Mandarin Speaking Financial Consultant

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Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999

ACCENTURE, INC. 7f, Robinsons Cybergate Tower 1, Pioneer St, City Of Mandaluyong OH, MIN JUNG App/cloud Support Analyst

NAME OF FOREIGN NATIONAL , POSITION AND BRIEF DESCRIPTION

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LI, MINGFA Chinese Speaking Business Development Associate Brief Job Description: Assist/help customer, give customers information about product and services

LAM, KA LEE Bilingual Speaking Teacher 34.

Brief Job Description: Monitor learner engagement to help optimized their learning and achieve study goals.

EVERGREEN SHIPPING AGENCY PHILIPPINES CORPORATION 6f Equitable Bank Tower, 8751 Paseo De Roxas, Bel-air, City Of Makati

Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999

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Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999 Basic Qualification: High School graduate in Chinese, can speak and write fluent Chinese Mandarin, can operate Mandarin characters Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999

WANG, SHU-YA Deputy Junior Vice President For Business Department

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Basic Qualification: High School graduate in Chinese, can speak and write fluent Chinese Mandarin, can operate Mandarin characters Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999

Brief Job Description: Assist the President and directors to innovate the company KUO, NENG-CHAN General Manager Brief Job Description: Manage the overall operations of the company

Basic Qualification: Fluent in Chinese and English, Korean written and verbal communication skills.

Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999

Basic Qualification: Proven professional experience in the related field Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999 Basic Qualification: Proven professional experience Salary Range: Php 60,000 - Php 89,999

GENPACT SERVICES LLC 5f Genpact Bldg., Cyberzone Northgate, Alabang, City Of Muntinlupa MUKHERJEE, ABHRADEEP Senior Manager-master Black Belt 37.

Basic Qualification: High School graduate in Chinese, can speak and write fluent Chinese Mandarin, can operate Mandarin characters Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999

Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999

EASY TALK LANGUAGE LEARNING CENTER FOUNDATION, INC. G/f Mezz, 2/f, 3/f & Penthouse 95, Sen Gil Puyat Ave., Palanan, City Of Makati

Basic Qualification: High School graduate in Chinese, can speak and write fluent Chinese Mandarin, can operate Mandarin characters

Basic Qualification: High School graduate in Chinese, can speak and write fluent Chinese Mandarin, can operate Mandarin characters

Basic Qualification: With atleast 6 months customer service experience/ good in oral communication and written

Brief Job Description: Program lead design of the delivery of the transformation and continuous improvement roadmap for the aligned focused accounts independently lead the high impact projects needed to deliver on business outcomes

Basic Qualification: Graduate preferably MBA or an engineering background or any disciplines with analytical/statistic/digital minimum 10-12 years experience in IT quality Salary Range: Php 150,000 - Php 499,999

GOLDEN TOPPER EQUITY HOLDINGS (PHILIPPINES) INC. 12/f Cocolight Bldg., 39th St. Cor. 11th Ave., Bgc, Fort Bonifacio, City Of Taguig

ZHAO, YELONG Head Of Quantity Surveyor 38.

Brief Job Description: Responsible for managing all aspects of the contractual and financial side of construction projects for developer corporation.

HAMMERTIME CONSTRUCTION INC. Unit 203-s3 2nd Flr., Fbr Arcade Bldg., Loyola Heights, Quezon City

Basic Qualification: Degree in Engineering and quantity surveying construction projects.

Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999

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NAME OF FOREIGN NATIONAL , POSITION AND BRIEF DESCRIPTION LIU, LIQIU Chinese Project Manager

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Brief Job Description: Oversee all aspects of projects, set deadlines, assign responsibilities, and monitor and summarize progress of project.

SUN, YINAN Chinese Project Manager

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Brief Job Description: Oversee all aspects of projects, set deadlines, assign responsibilities, and monitor and summarize progress of project.

GUO, XIAOBO Mandarin Site Technical Officer

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Brief Job Description: Assist in the monitoring and supervision of site work to ensure compliance of technical specifications, contractual and statutory obligations as well as safety regulations requirements including stipulated quality of equipment and workmanship LI, HONGJUN Mandarin Site Technical Officer

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Brief Job Description: Assist in the monitoring and supervision of site work to ensure compliance of technical specifications, contractual and statutory obligations as well as safety regulations requirements including stipulated quality of equipment and workmanship

ESTABLISHMENT / ADDRESS QUALIFICATION AND SALARY RANGE Basic Qualification: Bachelor’s degree with at least 3-5 years of working experience in the related field; fluent in Mandarin / basic English Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999 Basic Qualification: Bachelor’s degree with at least 3-5 years of working experience in the related field; fluent in Mandarin / basic English

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AN, JUANMEI Chinese Customer Service Representative 52.

Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999

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Brief Job Description: Liaising with other IT staff such as programmers to produce new systems

Basic Qualification: College graduate. Excellent communication and presentation skills Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999

HUAWEI TECHNOLOGIES PHILS. INC. U-5302, 53/f Pbcom Tower, 6795 Ayala Ave., Cor., V.a. Rufino St., Bel-air, City Of Makati

ZHAO, PENGFEI Account Manager For Information And Communication Technology (ict) Project 44.

Brief Job Description: 1. Responsible for national information projects and the operation of Huawei’s business in the region.

2. Responsible for smart classrooms and learning management systems in colleges and universities across the country

Basic Qualification: 1. With at least 5 years working experience in the Information and Communication Technology (ICT) field. 2. With senior management skills. 3.

Graduated with a Bachelor’s Degree in Electronic Information Engineering. 4.

Highly proficient in Chinese and English language.

Salary Range: Php 150,000 - Php 499,999

LUO, ANQI Business Development Manager For Huawei Cloud Development Project 45.

Brief Job Description: 1. Responsible for the expansion of the local Cloud market. 2. Understand the local policies and identify the project needs of the government.

Basic Qualification: 1. With experience in business development and opportunity management. 2.

Have a general understanding of Big data, Cloud native, IaaS, PaaS, SaaS, Development platforms, and related technologies.

3. Graduated with a Degree in Digital Arts/Advertising or other related courses. 4.

Highly proficient in Chinese and English language.

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WANG, MENG Operation Manager For Huawei Consumer Cloud Services 46.

Brief Job Description: 1. Organize high-quality content developers to cooperation with Huawei Mobile Services. 2. Establish strong connection & maintain daily engagement with Huawei Mobile Services consumer.

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OUYANG, QIUSHI Project Manager For Carrier Full Turn Key, Lte And Fixed Network Expansion Program 47.

Brief Job Description: 1. Organize a team to handle the carriers’ program requirement. 2. Manage the safety conduct in the implementation of project.

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XU, CHENGLONG Regional Manager For Philippine Carrier NLZ Project 48.

Brief Job Description: 1. Align project target with customer management. 2.

Lead team to work out project master plan, materials supplement plan, internal resource plan, subcontractor resource plan.

CHEN, XIAOHU Chinese Speaking Customer Service Representative 49.

Brief Job Description: Assist/ help customers, give customers information about products or services

Basic Qualification: Proficiency in handling customer questions about services or products / excellent mandarin communication skills

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WENG, JIANFENG Chinese Speaking Business Development Associate 50.

Brief Job Description: Assist/help customers, give customers information about product and services

INTEGREON MANAGED SOLUTIONS (PHILIPPINES), INC. 9/f 6750 Bldg., 6750 Ayala Avenue, San Lorenzo, City Of Makati

Basic Qualification: With at least 6 months customer service experience/ good in oral communication and written Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999

Brief Job Description: Responsible for producing information, transcribing, formatting, inputting, editing, retrieving and transmitting text data and graphics from English to other language such as Hebrew, Malay and Mon-Khmer.

SUN, GUOHUI It Manager 58.

Brief Job Description: Responsible in install and configure hardware operating and applications LIN, CHENGKUN Mandarin Customer Service Representative

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Brief Job Description: Responsible in answering customer questions about product and services of the company ZHANG, FENG Mandarin Customer Service Representative

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Brief Job Description: Responsible in answering customer questions about product and services of the company ZHENG, YULAN Mandarin Customer Service Representative

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Brief Job Description: Responsible in answering customer questions about product and services of the company

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Brief Job Description: Responsible for handling service support calls LI, SHAOXIONG Mandarin Operations Specialist

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Brief Job Description: Committed to improving customer experience and operational efficiency

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Basic Qualification: College graduate speaks and write fluently (Mandarin & English) Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999 Basic Qualification: College graduate speaks and write fluently (Mandarin & English)

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Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999 Basic Qualification: College graduate speaks and write fluently (Mandarin & English)

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Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999 Basic Qualification: College graduate speaks and write fluently (Mandarin & English)

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Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999 Basic Qualification: College graduate speaks and write fluently (Mandarin & English) Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999

Basic Qualification: Proficiency in English, Hebrew, Malay and MonKhmer language.

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Salary Range: Php 60,000 - Php 89,999

Basic Qualification: Proficiency in English, Mandarin and other multilingual language Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999

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Basic Qualification: Proficiency in English, Mandarin and other multilingual language Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999 Basic Qualification: Proficiency in English, Mandarin and other multilingual language

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Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999 Basic Qualification: Proficiency in English, Mandarin and other multilingual language

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Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999

MINDSCAPE CREATIVES INC. Unit 19-o, Burgundy Corporate Tower, 252 Sen. Gil Puyat Ave., Pio Del Pilar, City Of Makati QIN, ZANYUAN Mandarin Customer Service

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Salary Range: Php 90,000 - Php 149,999

KONGANBUDDIES MARKETING INC. 48/f Lower Ground Pbcom Tower, 6795 Ayala Ave. Cor. V.a. Rufino St., Bel-air, City

Basic Qualification: Proficient in speaking, reading and writing in mandarin Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999

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Basic Qualification: Proficient in speaking, reading and writing in mandarin Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999

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MIZUHO BANK, LTD. - MANILA BRANCH Units 1-8, 25/f Zuellig Bldg., Makati Ave. Cor Paseo De Roxas, Urdaneta, City Of Makati TATEBAYASHI, YU Vice President & Manager, Japanese Corporate Banking 1 64.

Brief Job Description: Develop, establish and maintain relationships with new and existing Japanese customers doing business in the Philippines.

Basic Qualification: Bachelor’s degree in business or related course, master’s degree preferred; at least 8 years’ experience working in a Japanese bank, preferably held a relationship manager position.

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Salary Range: Php 150,000 - Php 499,999

MOA CLOUDZONE CORP. 4th-11th Flr. Nexgen Tower, C4 Rd. Edsa Ext., Barangay 76, Pasay City

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INFOVINE INC. 8th, 9th, 10th/f Aspire Corporate Plaza Bldg., Macapagal Blvd. St., Zone 10, Barangay 76, Pasay City

Brief Job Description: Track main industry trends in Chinese through blogs, micro blogs and forums

RAFAEL (CHAK), MAYA Multilingual - Product Development Specialist

Salary Range: Php 150,000 - Php 499,999 I-PLEX MARKETING INC. 24/f Bgc Corporate Center, 30th Street Corner 11th Avenue, Bonifacio Global City, Fort Bonifacio, City Of Taguig

Basic Qualification: Graduate with a degree in Business, Economics, Mathematics, Statistics or equivalent

JP & L BEAUTY PRODUCTS INC. 22 The Trade And Financial Tower, 7th Ave. Cor. 32nd St., Fort Bonifacio, City Of Taguig

Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999 Basic Qualification: 1. Must have overseas experienced in project delivery and projects in multiple dimensions such as ICS(Indoor coverage solution.

2. Must have worked as a Technical Director in 3G/4G/5G projects. 3.

With Bachelor’s Degree in Electronics Information Science and Technology. 5.

Highly proficient in Chinese and English language.

Brief Job Description: Track main industry trends in Chinese through blogs, micro blogs and forums CHAE, DAWOON Korean Customer Service Representative

Salary Range: Php 150,000 - Php 499,999 Basic Qualification: 1. Expert in system design and product architecture for next-generation Infinity products. 2. With work experience as Senior Developer and Product Manager from a software company. 3. Graduated With a Degree in Multimedia Technology and Instructional Technology. 4. Highly proficient in Chinese and English language.

Brief Job Description: Track main industry trends in Chinese through blogs, micro blogs and forums ZHANG, WENHUA Chinese Customer Service Representative

Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999 Basic Qualification: 1. With proven portfolio in successful sales or account/ partnership management.

2. Experience in the Mobile Software Content & Technology industry, working in consulting/ professional services industry would be a plus. 3.

Exceptional communication, interpersonal, negotiation and relationship-building skills. 4. Highly proficient in Chinese and English language.

Brief Job Description: Track main industry trends in Chinese through blogs, micro blogs and forums HONG, JINXING Chinese Customer Service Representative

HJ WEB SOFTWARE DEVELOPER INCORPORATED Unit 207, Heritage Condominium, 1851 Antonio Vasquez St., 076, Barangay 697, Malate, City Of Manila DENG, HAO System Analyst

Brief Job Description: Track main industry trends in Chinese through blogs, micro blogs and forums CHEN, WEITING Chinese Customer Service Representative

Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999 Basic Qualification: Bachelor’s degree with at least 3-5 years of working experience in the related field; fluent in Mandarin / basic English

Brief Job Description: The role will be part of an offshore research team for a global investment banking client. The team provides evidence based research to client equity analysts to understand investment debates

QUALIFICATION AND SALARY RANGE

J-NA ALLOUT TECHNOLOGY SOLUTIONS CORP. 3/f Lipams Bldg., #48 President Avenue, B. F. Homes, City Of Parañaque

Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999 Basic Qualification: Bachelor’s degree with at least 3-5 years of working experience in the related field; fluent in Mandarin / basic English

ESTABLISHMENT / ADDRESS

NAME OF FOREIGN NATIONAL , POSITION AND BRIEF DESCRIPTION YEW SHIN YANG Senior Mandarin Business Analyst

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ALDRIC CHONG ZHI MING Chinese Customer Service Brief Job Description: Managing Incoming calls and Customer Service Inquiries AUNG SWE LIN Chinese Customer Service Brief Job Description: Managing Incoming calls and Customer Service Inquiries BUI TIEN TRUONG Chinese Customer Service Brief Job Description: Managing incoming calls and customer service inquires BUI VAN DUC Chinese Customer Service Brief Job Description: Managing Incoming calls and Customer Service Inquiries CHEN, MINGYANG Chinese Customer Service Brief Job Description: Managing Incoming calls and Customer Service Inquiries CHU NAM TRUONG Chinese Customer Service Brief Job Description: Managing incoming calls and customer service inquires

Basic Qualification: Able to Speak, Read and Write Chinese Language

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Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999 Basic Qualification: Able to speak, read, and write Chinese language

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Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999 Basic Qualification: Able to Speak, Read and Write Chinese Language

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Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999 Basic Qualification: Able to Speak, Read and Write Chinese Language

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Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999 Basic Qualification: Able to speak, read, and write Chinese language Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999

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NAME OF FOREIGN NATIONAL , POSITION AND BRIEF DESCRIPTION CHU VAN TRUNG Chinese Customer Service Brief Job Description: Managing incoming calls and customer service inquires DANNY TAN CHE YUN Chinese Customer Service Brief Job Description: Managing incoming calls and customer service inquiries DAO TIEN DUNG Chinese Customer Service Brief Job Description: Managing incoming calls and customer service inquires DAU DINH DAI Chinese Customer Service Brief Job Description: Managing incoming calls and customer service inquiries DUONG MANH HUAN Chinese Customer Service Brief Job Description: Managing Incoming calls and Customer Service Inquiries GRACE BONG PEI CHI Chinese Customer Service Brief Job Description: Managing Incoming calls and Customer Service Inquiries HO THI LAN PHUONG Chinese Customer Service Brief Job Description: Managing Incoming calls and Customer Service Inquiries HOANG THI XUAN Chinese Customer Service Brief Job Description: Managing Incoming calls and Customer Service Inquiries KHO JEE LIONG Chinese Customer Service Brief Job Description: Managing Incoming calls and Customer Service Inquiries KYI KYI NAING Chinese Customer Service Brief Job Description: Managing Incoming calls and Customer Service Inquiries LE THI NHUNG Chinese Customer Service Brief Job Description: Managing incoming calls and customer service inquiries LE TUAN ANH Chinese Customer Service Brief Job Description: Managing incoming calls and customer service inquiries LI, HAIBO Chinese Customer Service Brief Job Description: Managing incoming calls and customer service inquiries LIU, SIH-HANG Chinese Customer Service Brief Job Description: Managing incoming calls and customer service inquiries LIU, YUNTAO Chinese Customer Service Brief Job Description: Managing incoming calls and customer service inquiries LOC SAU CHI Chinese Customer Service Brief Job Description: Managing incoming calls and customer service inquiries LONG, FENG Chinese Customer Service Brief Job Description: Managing incoming calls and customer service inquiries LUO, KAIHONG Chinese Customer Service Brief Job Description: Managing incoming calls and customer service inquiries LY VAN TUYEN Chinese Customer Service Brief Job Description: Managing incoming calls and customer service inquiries MAI DUC DUNG Chinese Customer Service Brief Job Description: Managing incoming calls and customer service inquiries MARTIUS STEVANUS Chinese Customer Service Brief Job Description: Managing incoming calls and customer service inquiries NG KAR CHUN Chinese Customer Service Brief Job Description: Managing incoming calls and customer service inquiries NGO DINH TUAN Chinese Customer Service Brief Job Description: Managing incoming calls and customer service inquiries

NGUYEN BAT HUNG Chinese Customer Service Brief Job Description: Managing incoming calls and customer service inquiries NGUYEN HUYNH DUC Chinese Customer Service Brief Job Description: Managing incoming calls and customer service inquires

QUALIFICATION AND SALARY RANGE Basic Qualification: Able to speak, read, and write Chinese language Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999 Basic Qualification: Able to speak, Read, and Write chinese language Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999 Basic Qualification: Able to speak, read, and write Chinese language Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999 Basic Qualification: Able to speak, Read, and Write chinese language Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999 Basic Qualification: Able to Speak, Read and Write Chinese Language Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999 Basic Qualification: Able to Speak, Read and Write Chinese Language Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999 Basic Qualification: Able to Speak, Read and Write Chinese Language Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999 Basic Qualification: Able to Speak, Read and Write Chinese Language Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999 Basic Qualification: Able to Speak, Read and Write Chinese Language Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999 Basic Qualification: Able to Speak, Read and Write Chinese Language Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999 Basic Qualification: Able to speak, Read, and Write chinese language Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999 Basic Qualification: Able to speak, Read, and Write chinese language Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999 Basic Qualification: Able to speak, Read, and Write chinese language Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999 Basic Qualification: Able to speak, Read, and Write chinese language Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999 Basic Qualification: Able to speak, Read, and Write chinese language Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999 Basic Qualification: Able to speak, Read, and Write chinese language Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999 Basic Qualification: Able to speak, Read, and Write chinese language Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999 Basic Qualification: Able to speak, Read, and Write chinese language Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999 Basic Qualification: Able to speak, Read, and Write chinese language Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999 Basic Qualification: Able to speak, Read, and Write chinese language Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999 Basic Qualification: Able to speak, read, and write Chinese language Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999 Basic Qualification: Able to speak, Read, and Write chinese language Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999 Basic Qualification: Able to speak, Read, and Write chinese language Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999 Basic Qualification: Able to speak, Read, and Write chinese language Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999 Basic Qualification: Able to speak, read, and write Chinese language Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999

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NAME OF FOREIGN NATIONAL , POSITION AND BRIEF DESCRIPTION ZHANG, XULONG Chinese Customer Service Brief Job Description: Customer Support and Data Base Services

ZHAO, XIAOQI Chinese Customer Service Brief Job Description: Customer Support and Data Bases Services

ZHAO, XIN Chinese Customer Service Brief Job Description: Customer support and data base services ZHOU, XINGHAN Chinese Customer Service

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Brief Job Description: Managing incoming calls and inquiries handling complaints provide solutions process customer account and file documents ZHOU, YOULING Chinese Customer Service Brief Job Description: Customer support and data base services

ZHU, YU Chinese Customer Service Brief Job Description: Customer Support and Data Base Services ZOU, HUAIHUAI Chinese Customer Service

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Brief Job Description: Managing incoming calls and inquiries, handling complaints, provide solutions process customer accounts and file documents CHRISTIANO Indonesian Customer Service Brief Job Description: customer support and data base services

DENNY SUSANTO Indonesian Customer Service Brief Job Description: Customer support and data base services

DRALIM DESTENTHREPHEN Indonesian Customer Service Brief Job Description: Customer Support and Data Based Services

FENNY Indonesian Customer Service Brief Job Description: Customer Support and Data Base Services

HARYANDI Indonesian Customer Service Brief Job Description: Customer Support and Data Based Services

HERIANTO Indonesian Customer Service Brief Job Description: customer support and data base services

JUNINHO Indonesian Customer Service Brief Job Description: Customer support and data base services

MEGASARI Indonesian Customer Service Brief Job Description: Customer support and data base services

MUSTAKIM Indonesian Customer Service Brief Job Description: Customer Support and Data Base Services

PADRI Indonesian Customer Service Brief Job Description: Customer Support and Data Base Services

RAMIN WIJAYA Indonesian Customer Service Brief Job Description: Customer Support and Data Base Services

RUDIANTO Indonesian Customer Service Brief Job Description: customer support and data base services

ESTABLISHMENT / ADDRESS QUALIFICATION AND SALARY RANGE Basic Qualification: Knowledgeable in computer applications with good oral and written communication skills

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Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999 Basic Qualification: Knowledgeable in computer applications with good oral and written communication skills

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Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999 Basic Qualification: Knowledgeable in computer application with good oral and written communication skills

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Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999 Basic Qualification: College graduate Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999 Basic Qualification: Knowledgeable in computer application with good oral and written communication skills

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Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999 Basic Qualification: Knowledgeable in computer applications with good oral and written communication skills

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Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999 Basic Qualification: College graduate, preferably 1 year experience in the similar field, speaks and write fluently

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Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999 Basic Qualification: knowledgeable in computer application with good oral and written communication skills

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Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999 Basic Qualification: Knowledgeable in computer applications with good oral and written communication skills

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Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999 Basic Qualification: Knowledgeable in Computer Application with Good oral and Written Communication Skills

SULIANI Indonesian Customer Service Brief Job Description: Customer support and data base services

WANDI Indonesian Customer Service Brief Job Description: Customer support and data base services

HAN, JEONGJUN Korean Customer Service Brief Job Description: customer support and data base services

KIM, HAKHYUN Korean Customer Service Brief Job Description: customer support and data base services

KIM, SANGHYUN Korean Customer Service Brief Job Description: customer support and data base services

KIM, SANGWAN Korean Customer Service Brief Job Description: customer support and data base services

PARK, YEONGWOONG Korean Customer Service Brief Job Description: Customer Support and Data Bases Services

CHAN SHIE SWAN Malaysian Customer Service Brief Job Description: Customer support and data base services

JIM CHUN LOONG Malaysian Customer Service Brief Job Description: Customer support and data base services KEVIN LOW MUN JUI Malaysian Customer Service

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Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999 Basic Qualification: Knowledgeable in computer applications with good oral and written communication skills

NAME OF FOREIGN NATIONAL , POSITION AND BRIEF DESCRIPTION

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Brief Job Description: Knowledgeable in computer application with good oral and written communication skills KOIT MING KANG Malaysian Customer Service Brief Job Description: Customer support and data base services

Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999 Basic Qualification: Knowledgeable in Computer Application with Good oral and Written Communication Skills

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LIM CHING WEI Malaysian Customer Service Brief Job Description: Customer support and data base services

Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999 Basic Qualification: knowledgeable in computer application with good oral and written communication skills

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LIM RUEN CHER Malaysian Customer Service Brief Job Description: Customer support and data base services

Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999 Basic Qualification: Knowledgeable in computer applications with good oral and written communication skills

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LIM TACK LEONG Malaysian Customer Service Brief Job Description: Customer support and data base services

Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999 Basic Qualification: Knowledgeable in computer application with good oral and written communication skills

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LOH HUI YU Malaysian Customer Service Brief Job Description: Customer support and data base services

Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999 Basic Qualification: Knowledgeable in computer applications with good oral and written communication skills

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NG SHI HONG Malaysian Customer Service Brief Job Description: Customer support and data base services

Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999 Basic Qualification: Knowledgeable in computer applications with good oral and written communication skills

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Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999 Basic Qualification: Knowledgeable in computer applications with good oral and written communication skills Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999 Basic Qualification: knowledgeable in computer application with good oral and written communication skills Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999

SEOW JIA WEI Malaysian Customer Service Brief Job Description: Customer Support and Data Base Services SIA CHOT THIN Malaysian Customer Service

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Brief Job Description: Manage incoming calls and inquiries handling complaints provide solutions process customer account and file documents TAN LEONG WEI Malaysian Customer Service

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Brief Job Description: Managing incoming calls and inquiries handling complaints provide solutions process customer account and file documents TEE PUI YAN Malaysian Customer Service

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Brief Job Description: Knowledgeable in computer application with good oral and written communication skills

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TEOH SWEE HUAT Malaysian Customer Service 200.

Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999 Basic Qualification: Knowledgeable in computer application with good oral and written communication skills

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Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999 Basic Qualification: knowledgeable in computer application with good oral and written communication skills

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Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999 Basic Qualification: knowledgeable in computer application with good oral and written communication skills

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Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999 Basic Qualification: knowledgeable in computer application with good oral and written communication skills

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Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999 Basic Qualification: Knowledgeable in computer applications with good oral and written communication skills

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Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999 Basic Qualification: Knowledgeable in computer application with good oral and written communication skills

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Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999 Basic Qualification: Knowledgeable in computer application with good oral and written communication skills

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Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999 Basic Qualification: Knowledgeable in computer applications with good oral and written communication skills

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Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999 Basic Qualification: Knowledgeable in computer applications with good oral and written communication skills

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Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999 Basic Qualification: Knowledgeable in computer application with good oral and written communication skills

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Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999 Basic Qualification: Knowledgeable in computer application with good oral and written communication skills

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Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999 Basic Qualification: Knowledgeable in computer applications with good oral and written communication skills

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Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999 Basic Qualification: College graduate

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Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999 Basic Qualification: College graduate

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Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999 Basic Qualification: Customer support and data base services Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999

Brief Job Description: Customer support and database services

ARR KYEIN WHAR Myanmar Customer Service Brief Job Description: Customer Support and Data Base Services

EI MAIN Myanmar Customer Service Brief Job Description: Customer Support and Data Base Services

KHANT HTET AUNG Myanmar Customer Service Brief Job Description: Customer support and data base services

SENG YINE Myanmar Customer Service Brief Job Description: Customer Support and Data Base Services

KHAING HSU THWE Myanmari Customer Service Brief Job Description: customer support and data base services

Brief Job Description: Manage incoming calls and inquiries, handling complaints, provide solutions, process customer accounts and file documents MYINT KO Myanmari Customer Service Brief Job Description: customer support and data base services

PHYU PHYU Myanmari Customer Service Brief Job Description: customer support and data base services

Brief Job Description: Managing incoming calls and inquiries handling complaints provide solutions process customer account and file documents SAI THIHA Myanmari Customer Service

Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999 Basic Qualification: Knowledgeable in computer applications with good oral and written communication skills

WONG HOONG JOE Malaysian Customer Service

SAI KYAW TUN OO Myanmari Customer Service

Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999 Basic Qualification: Knowledgeable in computer applications with good oral and written communication skills

Brief Job Description: Managing incoming calls and inquiries handling complaints provide solutions process customer account and file documents

LU SHEIN KYAE Myanmari Customer Service

Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999 Basic Qualification: Customer support and data base services

Brief Job Description: Managing incoming calls and inquiries handling complaints provide solutions process customer account and file documents TERENCE CHAU CHUN KIT Malaysian Customer Service

Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999 Basic Qualification: knowledgeable in computer application with good oral and written communication skills

NAME OF FOREIGN NATIONAL , POSITION AND BRIEF DESCRIPTION

Brief Job Description: Managing incoming calls and inquiries handling complaints provide solutions process customer account and file documents THU ZAR TINT Myanmari Customer Service Brief Job Description: customer support and data base services

YEH, PO-SSU Taiwanese Customer Service Brief Job Description: Customer support and data base services

BUI MANH CUONG Vietnamese Customer Service Brief Job Description: customer support and data base services

BUI THI NGA Vietnamese Customer Service Brief Job Description: Customer support and data base services

BUI THI THANH MINH Vietnamese Customer Service Brief Job Description: Customer support and data base services

BUI THI THUY Vietnamese Customer Service Brief Job Description: customer support and data base services DANG BA THUC Vietnamese Customer Service

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Brief Job Description: Knowledgeable in computer application with good oral and written communication skills

QUALIFICATION AND SALARY RANGE Basic Qualification: College graduate Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999 Basic Qualification: College graduate Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999 Basic Qualification: Knowledgeable in computer applications with oral and good written communications skills Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999 Basic Qualification: Knowledgeable in computer applications with good oral and written communication skills Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999 Basic Qualification: Knowledgeable in computer applications with good oral and written communication skills Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999 Basic Qualification: Knowledgeable in computer applications with good oral and written communication skills Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999 Basic Qualification: Knowledgeable in computer applications with good oral and written communication skills Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999 Basic Qualification: knowledgeable in computer application with good oral and written communication skills Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999 Basic Qualification: College graduate, preferably 1 year experience in the similar field, speaks and write (native language) Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999 Basic Qualification: knowledgeable in computer application with good oral and written communication skills Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999 Basic Qualification: knowledgeable in computer application with good oral and written communication skills Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999 Basic Qualification: College graduate Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999 Basic Qualification: College graduate Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999 Basic Qualification: knowledgeable in computer application with good oral and written communication skills Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999 Basic Qualification: Knowledgeable in computer application with good oral and written communication skills Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999 Basic Qualification: knowledgeable in computer application with good oral and written communication skills Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999 Basic Qualification: Knowledgeable in computer application with good oral and written communication skills Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999 Basic Qualification: Knowledgeable in computer application with good oral and written communication skills Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999 Basic Qualification: knowledgeable in computer application with good oral and written communication skills Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999 Basic Qualification: Customer support and data base services Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999

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NAME OF FOREIGN NATIONAL , POSITION AND BRIEF DESCRIPTION ZHANG, XULONG Chinese Customer Service Brief Job Description: Customer Support and Data Base Services

ZHAO, XIAOQI Chinese Customer Service Brief Job Description: Customer Support and Data Bases Services

ZHAO, XIN Chinese Customer Service Brief Job Description: Customer support and data base services ZHOU, XINGHAN Chinese Customer Service

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Brief Job Description: Managing incoming calls and inquiries handling complaints provide solutions process customer account and file documents ZHOU, YOULING Chinese Customer Service Brief Job Description: Customer support and data base services

ZHU, YU Chinese Customer Service Brief Job Description: Customer Support and Data Base Services ZOU, HUAIHUAI Chinese Customer Service

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Brief Job Description: Managing incoming calls and inquiries, handling complaints, provide solutions process customer accounts and file documents CHRISTIANO Indonesian Customer Service Brief Job Description: customer support and data base services

DENNY SUSANTO Indonesian Customer Service Brief Job Description: Customer support and data base services

DRALIM DESTENTHREPHEN Indonesian Customer Service Brief Job Description: Customer Support and Data Based Services

FENNY Indonesian Customer Service Brief Job Description: Customer Support and Data Base Services

HARYANDI Indonesian Customer Service Brief Job Description: Customer Support and Data Based Services

HERIANTO Indonesian Customer Service Brief Job Description: customer support and data base services

JUNINHO Indonesian Customer Service Brief Job Description: Customer support and data base services

MEGASARI Indonesian Customer Service Brief Job Description: Customer support and data base services

MUSTAKIM Indonesian Customer Service Brief Job Description: Customer Support and Data Base Services

PADRI Indonesian Customer Service Brief Job Description: Customer Support and Data Base Services

RAMIN WIJAYA Indonesian Customer Service Brief Job Description: Customer Support and Data Base Services

RUDIANTO Indonesian Customer Service Brief Job Description: customer support and data base services

ESTABLISHMENT / ADDRESS QUALIFICATION AND SALARY RANGE Basic Qualification: Knowledgeable in computer applications with good oral and written communication skills

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180.

Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999 Basic Qualification: Knowledgeable in computer applications with good oral and written communication skills

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Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999 Basic Qualification: Knowledgeable in computer application with good oral and written communication skills

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Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999 Basic Qualification: College graduate Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999 Basic Qualification: Knowledgeable in computer application with good oral and written communication skills

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Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999 Basic Qualification: Knowledgeable in computer applications with good oral and written communication skills

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Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999 Basic Qualification: College graduate, preferably 1 year experience in the similar field, speaks and write fluently

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Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999 Basic Qualification: knowledgeable in computer application with good oral and written communication skills

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Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999 Basic Qualification: Knowledgeable in computer applications with good oral and written communication skills

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Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999 Basic Qualification: Knowledgeable in Computer Application with Good oral and Written Communication Skills

SULIANI Indonesian Customer Service Brief Job Description: Customer support and data base services

WANDI Indonesian Customer Service Brief Job Description: Customer support and data base services

HAN, JEONGJUN Korean Customer Service Brief Job Description: customer support and data base services

KIM, HAKHYUN Korean Customer Service Brief Job Description: customer support and data base services

KIM, SANGHYUN Korean Customer Service Brief Job Description: customer support and data base services

KIM, SANGWAN Korean Customer Service Brief Job Description: customer support and data base services

PARK, YEONGWOONG Korean Customer Service Brief Job Description: Customer Support and Data Bases Services

CHAN SHIE SWAN Malaysian Customer Service Brief Job Description: Customer support and data base services

JIM CHUN LOONG Malaysian Customer Service Brief Job Description: Customer support and data base services KEVIN LOW MUN JUI Malaysian Customer Service

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Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999 Basic Qualification: Knowledgeable in computer applications with good oral and written communication skills

NAME OF FOREIGN NATIONAL , POSITION AND BRIEF DESCRIPTION

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Brief Job Description: Knowledgeable in computer application with good oral and written communication skills KOIT MING KANG Malaysian Customer Service Brief Job Description: Customer support and data base services

Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999 Basic Qualification: Knowledgeable in Computer Application with Good oral and Written Communication Skills

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LIM CHING WEI Malaysian Customer Service Brief Job Description: Customer support and data base services

Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999 Basic Qualification: knowledgeable in computer application with good oral and written communication skills

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LIM RUEN CHER Malaysian Customer Service Brief Job Description: Customer support and data base services

Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999 Basic Qualification: Knowledgeable in computer applications with good oral and written communication skills

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LIM TACK LEONG Malaysian Customer Service Brief Job Description: Customer support and data base services

Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999 Basic Qualification: Knowledgeable in computer application with good oral and written communication skills

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LOH HUI YU Malaysian Customer Service Brief Job Description: Customer support and data base services

Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999 Basic Qualification: Knowledgeable in computer applications with good oral and written communication skills

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NG SHI HONG Malaysian Customer Service Brief Job Description: Customer support and data base services

Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999 Basic Qualification: Knowledgeable in computer applications with good oral and written communication skills

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Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999 Basic Qualification: Knowledgeable in computer applications with good oral and written communication skills Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999 Basic Qualification: knowledgeable in computer application with good oral and written communication skills Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999

SEOW JIA WEI Malaysian Customer Service Brief Job Description: Customer Support and Data Base Services SIA CHOT THIN Malaysian Customer Service

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Brief Job Description: Manage incoming calls and inquiries handling complaints provide solutions process customer account and file documents TAN LEONG WEI Malaysian Customer Service

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Brief Job Description: Managing incoming calls and inquiries handling complaints provide solutions process customer account and file documents TEE PUI YAN Malaysian Customer Service

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Brief Job Description: Knowledgeable in computer application with good oral and written communication skills

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TEOH SWEE HUAT Malaysian Customer Service 200.

Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999 Basic Qualification: Knowledgeable in computer application with good oral and written communication skills

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Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999 Basic Qualification: knowledgeable in computer application with good oral and written communication skills

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Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999 Basic Qualification: knowledgeable in computer application with good oral and written communication skills

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Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999 Basic Qualification: knowledgeable in computer application with good oral and written communication skills

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Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999 Basic Qualification: Knowledgeable in computer applications with good oral and written communication skills

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Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999 Basic Qualification: Knowledgeable in computer application with good oral and written communication skills

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Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999 Basic Qualification: Knowledgeable in computer application with good oral and written communication skills

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Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999 Basic Qualification: Knowledgeable in computer applications with good oral and written communication skills

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Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999 Basic Qualification: Knowledgeable in computer applications with good oral and written communication skills

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Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999 Basic Qualification: Knowledgeable in computer application with good oral and written communication skills

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Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999 Basic Qualification: Knowledgeable in computer application with good oral and written communication skills

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Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999 Basic Qualification: Knowledgeable in computer applications with good oral and written communication skills

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Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999 Basic Qualification: College graduate

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Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999 Basic Qualification: College graduate

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Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999 Basic Qualification: Customer support and data base services Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999

Brief Job Description: Customer support and database services

ARR KYEIN WHAR Myanmar Customer Service Brief Job Description: Customer Support and Data Base Services

EI MAIN Myanmar Customer Service Brief Job Description: Customer Support and Data Base Services

KHANT HTET AUNG Myanmar Customer Service Brief Job Description: Customer support and data base services

SENG YINE Myanmar Customer Service Brief Job Description: Customer Support and Data Base Services

KHAING HSU THWE Myanmari Customer Service Brief Job Description: customer support and data base services

Brief Job Description: Manage incoming calls and inquiries, handling complaints, provide solutions, process customer accounts and file documents MYINT KO Myanmari Customer Service Brief Job Description: customer support and data base services

PHYU PHYU Myanmari Customer Service Brief Job Description: customer support and data base services

Brief Job Description: Managing incoming calls and inquiries handling complaints provide solutions process customer account and file documents SAI THIHA Myanmari Customer Service

Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999 Basic Qualification: Knowledgeable in computer applications with good oral and written communication skills

WONG HOONG JOE Malaysian Customer Service

SAI KYAW TUN OO Myanmari Customer Service

Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999 Basic Qualification: Knowledgeable in computer applications with good oral and written communication skills

Brief Job Description: Managing incoming calls and inquiries handling complaints provide solutions process customer account and file documents

LU SHEIN KYAE Myanmari Customer Service

Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999 Basic Qualification: Customer support and data base services

Brief Job Description: Managing incoming calls and inquiries handling complaints provide solutions process customer account and file documents TERENCE CHAU CHUN KIT Malaysian Customer Service

Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999 Basic Qualification: knowledgeable in computer application with good oral and written communication skills

NAME OF FOREIGN NATIONAL , POSITION AND BRIEF DESCRIPTION

Brief Job Description: Managing incoming calls and inquiries handling complaints provide solutions process customer account and file documents THU ZAR TINT Myanmari Customer Service Brief Job Description: customer support and data base services

YEH, PO-SSU Taiwanese Customer Service Brief Job Description: Customer support and data base services

BUI MANH CUONG Vietnamese Customer Service Brief Job Description: customer support and data base services

BUI THI NGA Vietnamese Customer Service Brief Job Description: Customer support and data base services

BUI THI THANH MINH Vietnamese Customer Service Brief Job Description: Customer support and data base services

BUI THI THUY Vietnamese Customer Service Brief Job Description: customer support and data base services DANG BA THUC Vietnamese Customer Service

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Brief Job Description: Knowledgeable in computer application with good oral and written communication skills

QUALIFICATION AND SALARY RANGE Basic Qualification: College graduate Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999 Basic Qualification: College graduate Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999 Basic Qualification: Knowledgeable in computer applications with oral and good written communications skills Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999 Basic Qualification: Knowledgeable in computer applications with good oral and written communication skills Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999 Basic Qualification: Knowledgeable in computer applications with good oral and written communication skills Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999 Basic Qualification: Knowledgeable in computer applications with good oral and written communication skills Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999 Basic Qualification: Knowledgeable in computer applications with good oral and written communication skills Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999 Basic Qualification: knowledgeable in computer application with good oral and written communication skills Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999 Basic Qualification: College graduate, preferably 1 year experience in the similar field, speaks and write (native language) Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999 Basic Qualification: knowledgeable in computer application with good oral and written communication skills Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999 Basic Qualification: knowledgeable in computer application with good oral and written communication skills Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999 Basic Qualification: College graduate Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999 Basic Qualification: College graduate Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999 Basic Qualification: knowledgeable in computer application with good oral and written communication skills Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999 Basic Qualification: Knowledgeable in computer application with good oral and written communication skills Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999 Basic Qualification: knowledgeable in computer application with good oral and written communication skills Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999 Basic Qualification: Knowledgeable in computer application with good oral and written communication skills Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999 Basic Qualification: Knowledgeable in computer application with good oral and written communication skills Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999 Basic Qualification: knowledgeable in computer application with good oral and written communication skills Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999 Basic Qualification: Customer support and data base services Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999

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NAME OF FOREIGN NATIONAL , POSITION AND BRIEF DESCRIPTION DANH QUOC TUAN Vietnamese Customer Service

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Brief Job Description: Knowledgeable in computer application with good oral and written communication skills DAO THI QUYNH TRANG Vietnamese Customer Service

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Brief Job Description: Knowledgeable in computer application with good oral and written communication skills DO VAN PHUONG Vietnamese Customer Service Brief Job Description: customer support and data base services

DO VAN QUANG Vietnamese Customer Service Brief Job Description: Customer support and data base services

DUONG MANH HUNG Vietnamese Customer Service Brief Job Description: Customer Support and Data Base Services

DUONG THI THOM Vietnamese Customer Service Brief Job Description: Customer support and data base services HA HAI YEN Vietnamese Customer Service

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Brief Job Description: Knowledgeable in computer application with good oral and written communication skills HA THI DUNG Vietnamese Customer Service Brief Job Description: Customer support and data base services

HA THI NGA Vietnamese Customer Service Brief Job Description: Customer support and data base services

HA THI THUY Vietnamese Customer Service Brief Job Description: Customer support and data base services

HOANG DUONG PHI Vietnamese Customer Service Brief Job Description: Customer support and data base services

HOANG HONG HANH Vietnamese Customer Service Brief Job Description: Customer support and data base services

HOANG KIM OANH Vietnamese Customer Service Brief Job Description: Customer support and data base services HOANG VAN LOI Vietnamese Customer Service

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Brief Job Description: Knowledgeable in computer application with good oral and written communication skills HOANG VAN QUYNH Vietnamese Customer Service Brief Job Description: Customer support and data base services

LAI NGOC HOAN Vietnamese Customer Service Brief Job Description: Customer support and data base services

LE DINH LUONG Vietnamese Customer Service Brief Job Description: Customer support and data base services

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Brief Job Description: Knowledgeable in computer application with good oral and written communication skills

LE TAN DUNG Vietnamese Customer Service Brief Job Description: Customer support and data base services

LE THI HUYEN TRANG Vietnamese Customer Service Brief Job Description: Customer Support and Data Base Services

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Basic Qualification: Customer support and data base services Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999

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Basic Qualification: Customer support and data base services Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999 Basic Qualification: knowledgeable in computer application with good oral and written communication skills Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999 Basic Qualification: Knowledgeable in computer application with good oral and written communication skills Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999 Basic Qualification: Knowledgeable in computer applications with good oral and written communication skills Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999 Basic Qualification: Knowledgeable in computer applications with good oral and written communication skills Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999 Basic Qualification: Customer support and data base services

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Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999 Basic Qualification: Knowledgeable in computer application with good oral and written communication skills

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Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999 Basic Qualification: Knowledgeable in computer application with good oral and written communication skills

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Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999 Basic Qualification: Knowledgeable in computer applications with good oral and written communication skills

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Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999 Basic Qualification: Knowledgeable in computer application with good oral and written communication skills

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Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999 Basic Qualification: Knowledgeable in computer application with good oral and written communication skills Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999

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Basic Qualification: Knowledgeable in computer application with good oral and written communication skills Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999

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Basic Qualification: Knowledgeable in computer applications with good oral and written communication skills

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Basic Qualification: Knowledgeable in computer application with good oral and written communication skills Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999 Basic Qualification: Knowledgeable in computer applications with good oral and written communication skills Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999

Brief Job Description: Customer Support and Data Base Services

NGO THI HIEN Vietnamese Customer Service Brief Job Description: customer support and data base services

NGO THI HUONG QUYNH Vietnamese Customer Service Brief Job Description: customer support and data base services

NGUYEN ANH KHOI Vietnamese Customer Service Brief Job Description: Customer Support and Data Base Services

NGUYEN HUU ANH Vietnamese Customer Service Brief Job Description: Customer support and data base services

NGUYEN NGOC NAM Vietnamese Customer Service Brief Job Description: Customer support and data base services

NGUYEN NGOC TUAN Vietnamese Customer Service Brief Job Description: Customer support and data base services

NGUYEN TAN DUNG Vietnamese Customer Service Brief Job Description: Customer Support and Data Base Services

NGUYEN THI BICH TRAM Vietnamese Customer Service Brief Job Description: Customer support and data base services

Brief Job Description: Knowledgeable in computer application with good oral and written communication skills

Brief Job Description: Managing incoming calls and inquiries handling complaints provide solutions process customer account and file documents NGUYEN VIET TINH Vietnamese Customer Service Brief Job Description: Customer Support and Data Base Services

Brief Job Description: Knowledgeable in computer application with good oral and written communication skills NONG THUY VAN Vietnamese Customer Service Brief Job Description: customer support and data base services PHAM MINH THANG Vietnamese Customer Service

Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999

Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999

NGHIEM THI HAI YEN Vietnamese Customer Service

NGUYEN XUAN CUONG Vietnamese Customer Service

Basic Qualification: Knowledgeable in computer application with good oral and written communication skills Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999

Brief Job Description: Customer Support and Data Base Services

NGUYEN THI THUY Vietnamese Customer Service

Basic Qualification: Customer support and data base services Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999

LE TRUNG LU Vietnamese Customer Service

NGUYEN THI BINH Vietnamese Customer Service

Basic Qualification: Knowledgeable in computer application with good oral and written communication skills Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999

NAME OF FOREIGN NATIONAL , POSITION AND BRIEF DESCRIPTION

Brief Job Description: Knowledgeable in computer application with good oral and written communication skills PHAM TIEN MINH Vietnamese Customer Service Brief Job Description: Customer support and data base services

TA HUNG HAI Vietnamese Customer Service Brief Job Description: Customer support and data base services

TRAN QUOC TUAN Vietnamese Customer Service 258.

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Brief Job Description: Manage incoming calls and inquiries, handling complaints, provide solutions, process customer accounts and file the documents.

TRAN THI HUYEN TRANG Vietnamese Customer Service Brief Job Description: Customer support and data base services

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Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999 Basic Qualification: knowledgeable in computer application with good oral and written communication skills

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Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999 Basic Qualification: Knowledgeable in computer application with good oral and written communication skills

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Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999 Basic Qualification: Knowledgeable in computer application with good oral and written communication skills Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999 Basic Qualification: Knowledgeable in computer application with good oral and written communication skills

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Basic Qualification: Customer support and data base services Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999 274.

Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999 Basic Qualification: Knowledgeable in computer application with good oral and written communication skills

Brief Job Description: Customer Support and Data Base Services

VU MINH HIEU Vietnamese Customer Service Brief Job Description: Customer Support and Data Base Services

VUONG AI HUE Vietnamese Customer Service Brief Job Description: Customer Support and Data Base Services

BEARD, JONATHAN PAUL Mining Manager Brief Job Description: Lead the mine operation management team

Brief Job Description: Provide supervision to the underground mobile maintenance & operation

PARK, SANGWOOK Marketing Consultant Brief Job Description: Manage overall operation in the marketing department.

Brief Job Description: Processes and maintains data accurately and in a timely manner into Refinitiv database using technical and financial knowledge.

275.

CHEN, DUANTING Customer Service Representative Brief Job Description: Customer support and data base services

CHEN, ZHENDI Customer Service Representative Brief Job Description: Customer support and data base services

DAI, LONGJIANG Customer Service Representative Brief Job Description: Customer Support and Data Base Services

FANG, JUNJIE Customer Service Representative Brief Job Description: Customer support and data base services

FANG, RONG Customer Service Representative Brief Job Description: Customer support and data base services

Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999 Basic Qualification: College graduate, preferably 1yr experience in the similar field, speak and write fluently (native language and English)

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GUAN, HUI Customer Service Representative Brief Job Description: Customer Support and Data Base Services

Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999 Basic Qualification: Knowledgeable in computer application with good oral and written communication skills Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999

Basic Qualification: Knowledgeable in computer applications with good oral and written communication skills Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999 Basic Qualification: Customer support and data base services Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999 Basic Qualification: College graduate Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999 Basic Qualification: Knowledgeable in computer applications with good oral and written communication skills Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999 Basic Qualification: Knowledgeable in computer applications with good oral and written communication skills Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999 Basic Qualification: Knowledgeable in computer applications with good oral and written communication skills Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999

Basic Qualification: Experience in relevant field and leadership in mining industries Salary Range: Php 500,000 and above Basic Qualification: Experience in relevant field and leadership in task execution Salary Range: Php 500,000 and above

Basic Qualification: proficient in speaking, reading and writing Korean and English.

Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999

Basic Qualification: Bachelor’s Degree; Proficiency in English and any of the above mentioned languages; and Amenable on any shifts Salary Range: Php 60,000 - Php 89,999

SA RIVENDELL GLOBAL SUPPORT, INC. 2/f Star Cruises Ce Bldg., Andrews Drive, Newport City St., Barangay 183, Pasay City

Basic Qualification: knowledgeable in computer application with good oral and written communication skills

Basic Qualification: Knowledgeable in computer application with good oral and written communication skills

VAN THI YEN LINH Vietnamese Customer Service

LIAO, KAI-LI a.k.a. LIAO, FRANCIS Content Analyst - Mandarin

Basic Qualification: Customer support and data base services

Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999

Brief Job Description: Managing incoming calls and inquiries handling complaints provide solutions process customer account and file documents

Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999

REFINITIV ASIA PTE. LTD. - PHILIPPINE BRANCH Ground Floor, 18/20 Building Upper Mckinley Hill, Fort Bonifacio, City Of Taguig

Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999

Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999

Brief Job Description: Knowledgeable in computer application with good oral and written communication skills

Basic Qualification: Knowledgeable in computer applications with good oral and written communication skills

PHILEX SEA & AIR INC. Unit 306 Bf Condominium Bldg. A, Soriano Ave. Cor. Solana St. 069, Barangay 655, Intramuros, City Of Manila

Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999 Basic Qualification: College graduate

Brief Job Description: Customer support and data base services

WHITE, BRETT SHANE Ug Mobile Maintenance Senior Supervisor

Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999 Basic Qualification: Customer support and data base services

TRAN THI VAN Vietnamese Customer Service

QUALIFICATION AND SALARY RANGE

OCEANAGOLD (PHILIPPINES), INC. 2/f Cjv Bldg., 108 Aguirre St., Legaspi Village, San Lorenzo, City Of Makati

Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999 Basic Qualification: Knowledgeable in computer applications with good oral and written communication skills

Brief Job Description: Customer Support and Data Base Services

TRUONG TUYET PHUNG Vietnamese Customer Service

Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999 Basic Qualification: Knowledgeable in computer applications with good oral and written communication skills

TRAN THI NGA Vietnamese Customer Service

TRUONG THI TAM Vietnamese Customer Service

Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999 Basic Qualification: knowledgeable in computer application with good oral and written communication skills

NAME OF FOREIGN NATIONAL , POSITION AND BRIEF DESCRIPTION

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HU TAE KHAUT Customer Service Representative Brief Job Description: Customer Support and Data Base Services

Basic Qualification: Knowledgeable in computer application with good oral and written communication skills Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999 Basic Qualification: Knowledgeable in computer application with good oral and written communication skills Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999 Basic Qualification: Knowledgeable in computer applications with good oral and written communication skills Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999 Basic Qualification: Knowledgeable in computer application with good oral and written communication skills Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999 Basic Qualification: Knowledgeable in computer application with good oral and written communication skills Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999

Basic Qualification: Knowledgeable in computer applications with good oral and written communication skills Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999

Basic Qualification: Knowledgeable in computer applications with good oral and written communication skills Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999

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NAME OF FOREIGN NATIONAL , POSITION AND BRIEF DESCRIPTION HUANG, LIANG Customer Service Representative Brief Job Description: Customer support and data base services

KE, MINGWEI Customer Service Representative Brief Job Description: Customer Support and Data Base Services

LEI, DEPING Customer Service Representative Brief Job Description: Customer support and data base services LI, ANKANG Customer Service Representative

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Brief Job Description: Knowledgeable in computer application with good oral and written communication skills LI, HUIJUAN Customer Service Representative Brief Job Description: Customer support and data base services LI, JUN Customer Service Representative

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Brief Job Description: Knowledgeable in computer application with good oral and written communication skills LI, XIAOJIE Customer Service Representative Brief Job Description: Customer support and data base services

LI, YUANYUAN Customer Service Representative Brief Job Description: Customer Support and Data Base Services

LI, ZHOUZHOU Customer Service Representative Brief Job Description: Customer Support and Data Base Services

LIN, JIANLING Customer Service Representative Brief Job Description: Customer support and data base services LIN, SHUN Customer Service Representative

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Brief Job Description: Knowledgeable in computer application with good oral and written communication skills LONG, FEI Customer Service Representative

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Brief Job Description: Knowledgeable in computer application with good oral and written communication skills NIE, XING Customer Service Representative Brief Job Description: Customer Support and Data Base Services

RAN, LI Customer Service Representative Brief Job Description: Customer support and data base services SHI, LIU Customer Service Representative

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Brief Job Description: Knowledgeable in computer application with good oral and written communication skills SHI, SHAOYANG Customer Service Representative Brief Job Description: Customer support and data base services

SONG, JIN Customer Service Representative Brief Job Description: Customer support and data base services

SU, DECAI Customer Service Representative Brief Job Description: Customer Support and Data Base Services

SU, JIANLONG Customer Service Representative Brief Job Description: Customer support and data base services SU, TIANMING Customer Service Representative

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298.

Brief Job Description: Knowledgeable in computer application with good oral and written communication skills WANG, GUO Customer Service Representative Brief Job Description: Customer Support and Data Base Services

ESTABLISHMENT / ADDRESS QUALIFICATION AND SALARY RANGE Basic Qualification: Knowledgeable in computer application with good oral and written communication skills

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WANG, HONGRONG Customer Service Representative 299.

Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999 Basic Qualification: Knowledgeable in computer applications with good oral and written communication skills

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Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999 Basic Qualification: Knowledgeable in computer application with good oral and written communication skills Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999 Basic Qualification: Customer support and data base services

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Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999 Basic Qualification: Customer support and data base services

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Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999 Basic Qualification: Knowledgeable in computer applications with good oral and written communication skills Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999 Basic Qualification: Knowledgeable in computer applications with good oral and written communication skills Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999 Basic Qualification: Knowledgeable in computer application with good oral and written communication skills Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999 Basic Qualification: Customer support and data base services Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999 Basic Qualification: Customer support and data base services Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999 Basic Qualification: Knowledgeable in computer applications with good oral and written communication skills Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999 Basic Qualification: Knowledgeable in computer application with good oral and written communication skills Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999 Basic Qualification: Customer support and data base services Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999 Basic Qualification: Knowledgeable in computer application with good oral and written communication skills

Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999

Brief Job Description: Customer support and data base services

Brief Job Description: Knowledgeable in computer application with good oral and written communication skills XIE, SHANGKAI Customer Service Representative Brief Job Description: Customer Support and Data Base Services

XIE, XIANGQIN Customer Service Representative Brief Job Description: Customer support and data base services

Brief Job Description: Knowledgeable in computer application with good oral and written communication skills YET YEE PHAIN Customer Service Representative Brief Job Description: Customer support and data base services ZESONG, ZHU Customer Service Representative

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Brief Job Description: Knowledgeable in computer application with good oral and written communication skills ZHANG, RONG Customer Service Representative Brief Job Description: Customer support and data base services

ZHANG, YI Customer Service Representative Brief Job Description: Customer support and data base services

ZHONG, GUIYUAN Customer Service Representative Brief Job Description: Customer support and data base services

ESTABLISHMENT / ADDRESS QUALIFICATION AND SALARY RANGE Basic Qualification: Customer support and data base services

LI, WENZHAO Mandarin Speaking Chief 310.

Brief Job Description: Assisting in Growth and Development of staff and the company

Basic Qualification: Knowledgeable in computer application with good oral and written communication skills Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999

Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999 Basic Qualification: Knowledgeable in computer applications with good oral and written communication skills Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999 Basic Qualification: Knowledgeable in computer application with good oral and written communication skills Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999 Basic Qualification: Customer support and data base services

Basic Qualification: Knowledgeable in computer application with good oral and written communication skills

Basic Qualification: Customer support and data base services

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Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999 Basic Qualification: Knowledgeable in computer application with good oral and written communication skills Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999 Basic Qualification: Knowledgeable in computer application with good oral and written communication skills Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999

311.

Brief Job Description: Create, implement and execute the business development/growth strategy for the marketplace platform.

CHANG, CHIUNG-WEN Senior Associate Business Development (Marketplace Relationship Management (Binondo Seller))

312.

Brief Job Description: Responsible for establishment and maintain good working relationships with top marketplace sellers/owners and representative.

328.

313.

Brief Job Description: Act as the Primary Authorized contract accountable in proper coordination with key consultants, contractors, suppliers, authorities & stakeholders required in the proper execution of the MRT7 projects

314.

Brief Job Description: Customer service

BUA-ON, NARUEMON Associate - Cs Internet Brief Job Description: Process requires candidates to work on the content uploaded on social media and reviewing posts CHELLAPPA, DIVINE PARMENAS AVP - Service Delivery Management 316.

Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999

Brief Job Description: Manage a complex delivery model, which involves multiple accounts with multi language

TRINH DOAN THINH Bilingual Customer Service Officer 317.

Brief Job Description: Prepare Product or Service Reports by Collecting and Analyzing customer

Brief Job Description: Manage large amount of calls, handle customer concern

Salary Range: Php 60,000 - Php 89,999

JUNICO WILLIM Customer Service Manager

Basic Qualification: Foreign language speaking

Brief Job Description: Manage large amount of calls, handle customer concern

Salary Range: Php 60,000 - Php 89,999

LIAN JENSEN Customer Service Manager

Basic Qualification: Foreign language speaking

Brief Job Description: Manage large amount of calls, handle customer concern

Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999

DIAN ALVIAN Indonesian-speaking Customer Service Officer

Basic Qualification: Foreign language speaking

Brief Job Description: Manage large amount of calls, handle customer concern

Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999

HANA ROHNINGSIH Indonesian-speaking Customer Service Officer

Basic Qualification: Foreign language speaking

Brief Job Description: Manage large amount of calls, handle customer concern

Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999

JHEVICA Indonesian-speaking Customer Service Officer

Basic Qualification: Foreign language speaking

Brief Job Description: Manage large amount of calls, handle customer concern

Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999

JULIANTI Indonesian-speaking Customer Service Officer

Basic Qualification: Foreign language speaking

Brief Job Description: Manage large amount of calls, handle customer concern

Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999

MARVIN KASIO Indonesian-speaking Customer Service Officer

Basic Qualification: Foreign language speaking

Brief Job Description: Manage large amount of calls, handle customer concern

Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999

WILLY GONNERY Indonesian-speaking Customer Service Officer

Basic Qualification: Excellent in reading, writing and speaking in foreign language

Brief Job Description: Manage large amount of calls, handle customer concerns WISNU DHARMA Indonesian-speaking Customer Service Officer Brief Job Description: Manage large amount of calls, handle customer concerns

329.

Brief Job Description: Prepares product or service reports by collecting and analyzing customer information

Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999 Basic Qualification: Foreign language speaking

Brief Job Description: Prepares product or service reports by collecting and analyzing customer information

Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999

331.

SU, JING Mandarin Marketing Specialist

Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999

332.

Basic Qualification: Bachelor’s degree in business/management/ industrial Eng. with active extracurricular.

Salary Range: Php 150,000 - Php 499,999 Basic Qualification: Ability to communicate fluently in mandarin Chinese (spoken and written) Salary Range: Php 150,000 - Php 499,999

Basic Qualification: With at least Bachelors Degree business, economics or any related course.

Salary Range: Php 90,000 - Php 149,999 Basic Qualification: Service Management Salary Range: Php 150,000 - Php 499,999

Brief Job Description: responsible for analyze transactions, corrects, records, and adjust errors WANG, XINGLONG Chinese Consultant

333.

Brief Job Description: responsible for checking and reporting on the campaign’s progress FENG, SILONG Chinese Customer Service Representative

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335.

Brief Job Description: responsible for communicating and coordinating with colleagues as necessary

336.

Brief Job Description: responsible for research required information using available resources WU, MING-ZHE Mandarin Administrative Associate

337.

Brief Job Description: responsible for reporting to management and executing instructions WANG, HAN Mandarin Marketing Assistant

338.

Brief Job Description: responsible for overseeing the design and graphics of marketing materials LUONG HAO Mandarin Marketing Officer

339.

Brief Job Description: responsible for contribute in the implementation of marketing strategies

Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999 Basic Qualification: proficiency speaking, reading and writing in mandarin Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999

Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999

Brief Job Description: responsible for processing orders, forms, applications, and request OOI JIN HAN Chinese Technical Support Representative

Basic Qualification: proficiency speaking, reading and writing in mandarin

Basic Qualification: proficiency speaking, reading and writing in mandarin

HUANG, ZHI Chinese Customer Service Representative

Basic Qualification: Fluent in Mandarin both oral and written

Basic Qualification: Back Office/Non-voice profile

Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999

XIE, XUANPING Chinese Interpreter

Salary Range: Php 500,000 and above

Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999

Basic Qualification: Proficient language skills and skills match to job

Brief Job Description: Undertake a market analysis to include details on the market characteristics and competitor characteristics

YOUBIN CONSULTANCY INC. 7/f Ba Lepanto Bldg., Paseo De Roxas, Bel-air, City Of Makati

Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999

Basic Qualification: Foreign language speaking

Brief Job Description: Prepares product or service reports by collecting and analyzing customer information

Basic Qualification: Proficient in Speaking, Reading and Writing in Mandarin

Basic Qualification: Excellent in reading, writing and speaking in foreign language

Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999

NGUYEN THI NGOC ANH Vietnam-speaking Customer Service Officer 330.

Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999

Basic Qualification: Foreign language speaking

Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999

TOTAL CREST BUSINESS SUPPORT, INC. 26/f & 27/f Alphaland Corporate Tower, Ayala Ave. Extn. Cor. Malugay St., Bel-air, City Of Makati

Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999

Basic Qualification: Foreign language speaking

WIKITECH SERVICES INC. Unit 25d 2/f Zeta Ii Bldg., 191 Salcedo St., San Lorenzo, City Of Makati

SPEED QUALITY TECH INC. 3/f Eco Plaza Bldg., 2305 Chino Roces Ave. Extn., Magallanes, City Of Makati NGUYEN HUYEN TRINH Mandarin Customer Service Specialist

HERRI CHANDRA Customer Service Manager

NGUYEN QUANG TRUNG Vietnam-speaking Customer Service Officer

SMC MASS RAIL TRANSIT 7 INC. #40, 3/f San Miguel Building, San Miguel Avenue, Wack-wack Greenhills, City Of Mandaluyong KIM, HYUNG-WOOK Project Director - MRT7

QUALIFICATION AND SALARY RANGE

LE THI HAI BINH Vietnam-speaking Customer Service Officer

SHOPEE PHILIPPINES INC 37/f Net Park, 5th Avenue E-square Crescent Park West Bgc, Fort Bonifacio, City Of Taguig CHEN, SZU-YU Associate, Business Development (seller Management Seller Performance)

NAME OF FOREIGN NATIONAL , POSITION AND BRIEF DESCRIPTION

Basic Qualification: Knowledgeable in computer application with good oral and written communication skills

315.

Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999

320.

Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999

Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999

Basic Qualification: Knowledgeable in computer applications with good oral and written communication skills

319.

Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999

SUTHERLAND GLOBAL SERVICES PHILIPPINES, INC. 12th Floor Philplans Corporate Center, Kalayaan Avenue & Triangle Drive, Fort Bonifacio, City Of Taguig

Basic Qualification: Customer support and data base services

318.

Basic Qualification: Customer support and data base services

Basic Qualification: Knowledgeable in computer applications with good oral and written communication skills

Basic Qualification: Knowledgeable in computer application with good oral and written communication skills

No.

Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999

SEAGULL-WORLD INC. Unit 2807 28/f Cityland, Pasong Tamo Tower, 2210 Chino Roces Ave., Pio Del Pilar, City Of Makati

Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999 Basic Qualification: Knowledgeable in computer application with good oral and written communication skills

WANG, YANJUN Customer Service Representative

YANG, XIAOSONG Customer Service Representative

Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999 Basic Qualification: Knowledgeable in computer application with good oral and written communication skills

Brief Job Description: Knowledgeable in computer application with good oral and written communication skills

WANG, YANPING Customer Service Representative

Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999 Basic Qualification: Knowledgeable in computer application with good oral and written communication skills

NAME OF FOREIGN NATIONAL , POSITION AND BRIEF DESCRIPTION

www.businessmirror.com.ph

Basic Qualification: proficiency speaking, reading and writing in mandarin Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999 Basic Qualification: proficiency speaking, reading and writing in mandarin Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999 Basic Qualification: proficiency speaking, reading and writing in mandarin Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999 Basic Qualification: proficiency speaking, reading and writing in mandarin Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999 Basic Qualification: proficiency speaking, reading and writing in mandarin Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999

*Date Generated: Feb 18, 2022 Any person in the Philippines who is competent, able and willing to perform the services for which the foreign national is desired may file an objection at DOLE National Capital Region located at DOLE-NCR Building, 967 Maligaya St., Malate Manila, within 30 days after this publication.

Please inform DOLE National Capital Region if you have any information on criminal offense committed by the foreign nationals.

Basic Qualification: Proficient in Speaking, Reading and Writing in Bilingual Languages Salary Range: Php 30,000 - Php 59,999

VPC CORPORATE SOLUTIONS INCORPORATED 11/f 100 West, Sen Gil Puyat Ave. Cor., Washington St., Pio Del Pilar, City Of Makati

ATTY. SARAH BUENA S. MIRASOL REGIONAL DIRECTOR