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FROM 2 CTTMO... FROM 3 past and present efforts in promoting and investing in false solutions to waste management and climate in Davao City.

“In the articles, it has disclaimed its support for the WTE incinerator project as it impedes the rights of affected communities to receive adequate informa-

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development initiatives and enhance the quality of life for Filipinos,” Commissioner Bienvenido Rubio said. The Collection District XII engages with its stakeholders to explain and demystify customs processes. By helping businesses comply with the agency’s policies, the agency can tion, to be heard, to seek redress and file complaints to accountable institutions,” it said. help encourage lawful trade and ultimately help boost the Philippine economy.

The groups are referring to the statement issued recently by JICA reported by some local media outlets stating that it has not been supporting the WTE project in Davao City.

“In order to accomplish our goals, Customs promises to continuously engage its stakeholders, and make Customs processes and rules transparent,” Commissioner Rubio added.

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together, in unity, in cooperation, so that we can all build a future filled with opportunities, where all Filipinos can thrive and realize their dreams for themselves, for their families, and for their country.”

‘New era of prosperity’

Marcos expressed elation over the signing of the CP NS-01, saying the landmark initiative would make the country “more connected than ever.”

The signing, he said, would also mark a “new era of prosperity” for the Philippines in the so-called “new normal.”

“Indeed, this is a milestone towards the realization of the full North-South Commuter Railway line, which will significantly reduce the travel time between Clark International Airport and Calamba City, Laguna, once completed,” Marcos said. “Beyond improving our transportation system, the implementation of civil works for the CP NS-01 will also generate thousands of jobs for Filipinos during construction.”

Marcos lauded the Department of Transportation (DOTr) and the Mitsubishi Corporation for their commitment to finish CP NS-01 by 2028.

He also thanked the government of Japan and the Japan International Coopera-

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“Any score below 130 is unacceptable,” said Escano who gave his players a piece of his mind. “This is not the score that we trained hard for. It seemed the players were just contented beating their flight mates.”

Escano said he wanted his players to excel and become successful pros someday like Tom Kim and Yuto Katsuragawa.

“How can we achieve that if we score poorly?” he asked.

Setting aside his disappointment, Escano said he can now sleep soundly after staving off the initial challenge posed by Eastridge.

The Binangonan-based squad posted 120 points, drawing 31 from Tonton

“Kung ang pasahero nakasakay na ug nakalingkod na, i-capture nila ang PUV ID from CTTMO sa atubangan ug sa likod sa pasahero through QR code scanner ug kung na-capture na nila i-send sa Facebook Page sa LTFRB and CTTMO,” he added.

He said drivers will be penalized with P5,000 fine for the first offense, P10,000 and impounding of unit for the second offense, and revocation or cancelation of the franchise for the third offense.

In December last year, digital creator TG vented his disappointment at a taxi driver who did not give his P4.00 change.

“Hindi ko alam kung sa

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csksargen has more than 44,000 personnel in eight school divisions.

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Davao ko lang ma experience ito o buong Pilipinas talaga. Yung nandito ako sa Davao na realize ko na ang mga taxi drivers dito sa Davao, hindi naman lahat, o halos sa mga nasasakyan ko, naniniwala ako na hindi lisensya ang pinakauna na kukunin nila. Sa na experience ko ang mga taxi drivers dito (hindi lahat), ang pinakaunang gagawin nila mag-aral ng mathematics lalo na ang plus at minus. Kasi hindi sila marunong magbigay ng tamang barya, pag ang pamasahe mo P96, hindi na sila magbarya ng P4,” he said. He also mentioned in his vlog that he repeatedly experienced this in Davao City.

he has to travel in other countries. “So far, I have been to six countries since I joined Manulife,” he said.

The first country he visited was Taipei, Taiwan. “It was very memorable to me as it was my first time to be out of the country. This was in 2018 when I attended the GAMA Lamp Asia. It was an Asian Conference for Managers across Asia in the Insurance Industry. Another reason why Taiwan was memorable was the fact that I discovered the use of Google Map. I got lost and with the help of Google Maps, I was able to be reunited with my colleagues.” the day is, going home and seeing my kids that are so happy and hearing them yelling as they saw me coming, the heavy feelings on that day are being wiped out. Family is everything. The smiles of my kids and their sweet hugs remind me always that everything is okay because you have someone waiting for you.” tion Agency for the financial support in the implementation of CP NS-01, as well as for being “active partners” in the country’s infrastructure development.

“We are glad to have you with us as we continue to strengthen our relations built on mutual confidence and cooperation, a relationship that has gone on for many, many decades and I can say without fear of contradiction that the development of the Philippines, especially in terms of infrastructure has shown that Japan has taken a very, very important part in that,” Marcos said.

The contract package was signed by DOTr Secretary Jaime Bautista and Mitsubishi Corp. executive vice president Koji Ota.

The CP NS-01 includes the procurement of railway infrastructure projects for the Malolos-Clark Railway Project and the North-South Railway Project - South Line (Commuter), known as the NSCR Extension Project.

The contract package includes railway tracks, turnouts, track sleepers, power supply and distribution systems, signalling systems, automated fare collection, computerized management maintenance, and platform screen doors, among other essentials for railway safety and operations.

Asistio, the 30s from Timothy Clark Co and Ronel Tagaan, and 29 from Loyd Labrador.

On 382, Eastridge leads CCC by six points.

Carl Almario and Jacob Cajita each scored 34 points to lead CCC which matched Eastridge’s output. Bayani Garcia and Jufil Sato counted with 28 and 24, respectively.

Del Monte also struggled with 119 to bring its total to 359. Scoring for the team were Raul Minoza 31, Mark Ivan Parilla 30, Julius Langamin 30 and Enzo Fregil 28.

In the hotly-contested Founders division, the Orchard took a two-point lead over Riviera and Alabang after tallying 115 points.

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It also serves about 1 million learners in the region.

The DepEd executive committee has already conducted consultations to address concerns in Davao City, Aklan, and Tacloban. (PNA)

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back, and 21-kilometer half-marathon run from NCCC-VPlaza to Azuela Cove and back.

“On March 26 mao na ni ang apektado ang F. Torres-J.P Laurel hangtod sa boundary sa Lasang. Importante na makig-alayon ta ug magpahibalo sa mga homeowners, sa mga barangays, sa mga establishments, churches, nga apektado labi na nga domingo ug daghan na manimba,” Abude said.

On March 24 at 5 p.m. will be the IronGirl with R. Castillo-Jerome-Azuela Cove as race route.

“Ang northbound ang

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Minister Alexander Novak also said earlier in February that his country plans to sell 80 percent of its crude oil and condensate and 75 percent of its refined products to “friendly” countries.

Meanwhile, the likelihood of an oil demand uptick from China, the world’s largest oil-importing country, whose econo-

Young Sook Kim posted 31 and 30, respectively as the Orchard hiked its total to 340.

Riviera was led by Patrick Gene Tambalque who turned in 33 points while Alabang leaned on a pair of 29s from Justin Tambunting and Wan Soo Kim.

A tight battle also shaped up in the Aviator class with CCC Team 2 erecting a two-point lead over Alta Vista.

Marco Mendoza sparkled for CCC Team 2 with 38 points while Alta Vista drew 32 from Yap Gabriel Jr.

Club Filipino de Cebu leads the Sportswriters division with 288 points while Alta Vista Team 2 held sway in the Friendship with 255.

The annual event, held gamiton pero ang southbound sa R. Castillo himoong two-way traffic,” Abude said.

In 2019, he had the opportunity of travelling to five countries: Shanghai, China; Singapore; Johor Bahru, Malaysia; Sydney, Australia; and Osaka and Tokyo in Japan. “I visited these countries as my travel incentives for hitting targets,” he said. He may visit Japan and Australia again.

Early morning of March 25 will be the Ironkids that will use the same route, R. Castillo-Jerome-Azuela Cove.

For the transport sector, Abude said F. Torres to Lasang. From R. Castillo to Lasang to Panabo City, Carmen, and Tagum City will be closed (both lanes) on March 26.

Abude said ferry boats and the Philippine Ports Authority (PPA) were also informed about the routes.

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my is recovering from strict Covid-19 (coronavirus disease 2019) restrictions, is limiting price declines.

This week, China released positive data indicating an economic recovery.

China’s National Bureau of Statistics revealed that Chinese industry activity increased significantly in February. (Anadolu) with the theme “Back to Ignite,” is supported by platinum sponsors ABS-CBN Global, Asian Journal, Airbus, and NUSTAR Resort and Casino.

Gold sponsors include Radio Mindanao Network, Mastercard, Memories FM 89.9 Cebu, University of Mindanao Broadcasting Network, PLDT/Smart, and Konsulta MD.

Joining the event as silver sponsors are Philippine National Bank (PNB), Biocostech, and VISA.

Minor sponsors are Bollore Logistics, Manila Standard, Tanduay Brands International, and Asia Brewery while donors are the Department of Tourism, Ogawa, Newport World Resorts, Rolls Royce, and Boeing.

Now, looking back, Tantan considered himself a successful insurance adviser “because being in this career is very tough,” he said. “The pressure that it gives in hitting targets is frustrating. Sometimes, talking to a lot of prospects where you get rejections and objections is a common thing but in every yes to your proposal from a client who trusted you is what really makes this career so great. I have several clients under my portfolio who were insured as high as 100 million coverage in protection.”

According to him, the challenges he is meeting as a unit manager are the recruitment and getting new business sales representatives. “Every year, we need to recruit new people and get new business sales representatives. If we stop recruiting people to join in the industry, that is also the time we kill our business. Or it may die eventually because every year is always a new beginning. Even if you did so well the previous year, that is already in the past,” he said.

A career in insurance is no bed of roses. “The qualities that you need to have in this kind of job is to have a very long patience,” he pointed out. “Patience is a virtue in this career. You must be teachable. Above all, be honest and truthful to all your clients.”

Like other jobs, a career in insurance also means a lot of stress. But his coping mechanism against stress is his family. As he puts it: “Even how hard and tough

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When asked about his future plans, he replied: “To expand my business and recruit more people to be part of my organization, to educate more Filipinos. and to help every family about the beauty and purpose of insurance.”

Tantan is now settled in Tagum City, with his wife, Jenny Ann. They have three children: Stanley, Margaux and Stingray.

“Every day is a challenge,” he said of being a father. “A challenge to face again thinking what lies ahead for today but being prayerful is what keeps me going that everything will be alright.”

When asked what success means to him, Tantan replied: “Success for me is having the sense of contentment. Being content with the things that were the product or results of your success or hard work. Contentment is a level of hard work. If you want something more then you have to work hard and do it smartly.”

5 ignore this ‘smoking gun’ proof of government-sponsored sugar smuggling being coordinated at the highest levels of bureaucracy,” her statement read.

Rafael Coscolluela, a former administrator of SRA, meanwhile said Panganiban’s move was irregular.

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“Our objective is always to help the development of e-commerce and digitalization, when you look at the main priorities that we’re seeing now there’s a big push towards digitalization really reigniting the economy, so it’s really actually great that there are digitally minded people because ultimately the digital economy has so much potential,” he said.

The SIM registration act, for one, is good for the industry since it’s a step towards eliminating fraud and challenges faced by on- line sellers.

“You cannot help but question the possibility of a secret deal made with those 3 traders. There’s a possibility a case of violation of RA3019 can be brought against Usec Panganiban because he granted undue benefits to only a few favored traders,” he said.

So far, Barrera said there’s growth in beauty, fashion, and in most categories especially the lower-priced items. While premium items are “growing less” there’s still healthy growth as Filipinos are now buying larger ticket items such as appliances.

As the platform celebrated its 11th year, Barrera said they aim to become faster in terms of deliveries by expanding their hubs across the country and strengthening its payment systems.