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tion of transport stakeholders.

PUV groups have scheduled a week-long transport strike from March 6 to 12, to express their opposition to the program, as operators have appealed to give them more time to shift to modern jeepneys beyond the June 30 deadline.

The Land Transportation Franchising and Regulatory Board (LTFRB) has since extended the deadline to December 31, 2023, in deference of a Senate resolution and the request of Bautista.

The PUV modernization program started in 2017, aiming to replace jeepneys with vehicles that have at least a Euro 4-compliant engine to lessen pollution, but drivers and operators complained about the costs which can hit over P2 million.

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fices, agencies, and organizations to show unity in diversity.

“As a Dabawenya, I am excited to celebrate the Araw ng Dabaw after the pandemic, and yes, I already committed to attend the Parada Dabawenyo,” she said in a previous interview. “Even when I was still the mayor, this event allowed me to have fun, meet, greet, and thank the Dabawenyos, especially for their support to the local government.” (PNA)

Homecoming on February 18, 2023, handed by President Ferdinand R Marcos Jr.

During his stint, the 1003rd Brigade received three (3) campaign streamer awards from the Armed Forces of the Philippines for dismantling Guerilla Front 55, Sub-Regional Guerilla Unit, and the Sub-Regional Committee 5. Raptor Brigade accomplished its campaign with zero AFP combat casualties, no firearms lost, and no recorded Human Rights Violations.

In his message, Colonel Angcao vowed to continue the legacy set by his predecessor. “We will continue to adopt innovative approaches, and evolve to overcome whatever challenges posed before this unit - to continue the gains in preventing the resurgence of the CTG. [We] will collectively strive for excellence as we carry on the legacy set by my predecessor (BGen Yecla),” Colonel Angcao said.

MGen Niembra, in his speech, commended the brand of leadership and excellence of General Yecla while recognizing the vast role of stakeholders in the recent and continuing success of peace and sustainment efforts of 10ID.

“The accomplishments of the 1003rd Brigade are difficult to achieve. Years have passed, and many commanders were here before us, but no one cleared Davao City except BGen Yecla, and with that, I commend his leadership. This victory will not be possible without the support of our stakeholders,” MGen Niembra added.

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“Andam na ang atong mga bus since atong pipila pa ka adlaw. Naa nami mga bus operators na ready na mu-implement ug mu-cater atong mga pasahero nga stranded in case dili magbiyahe ang atong PUJs. Halos tanan bus operators nag commit sila. Naghatag na sila ug numbers sa ilahang drivers,” he said.

Bus companies that have committed to their units in case of a transport strike are Davao Metro Shuttle, Bachelor Express, Yellow Bus Line, and Golden Valley Bus Line Corporation.

Abude added that CTTMO is closely watching Freedom Park in case of a rally to ensure that it won’t interfere with the traffic.

By Maya