In light of the series of strong earthquakes hitting various areas in Mindanao since Oct. 29, causing multiple casualties and displacing over 30,000 people, Grab Philippines, through its GrabBayanihan initiative, is extending its help to our fellow Filipinos who were affected by the Mindanao quakes. As part of our commitment to support the community, we […]
Month: November 2019
Bong Go says President in good shape, will continue to work while in Davao
Senator Christopher Lawrence “Bong” Go told members of the media during the signing of the Manifesto of Support to the anti-corruption campaign of the government that President Rodrigo Duterte will continue to work and perform his official functions despite taking a rest in Davao City. “Ok po ang Pangulo. Sa totoo lang, hindi po napapansin […]
IBC 2019 kicks off in Mati
The International Biodiversity Conference 2019 kicks off in the City of Mati as several international delegates arrived since Monday for the 3-day event. IBC 2019 will convene around the theme “Biodiversity for the People: From Ridge to Reefs”. Attendees are researchers, environmental managers, and other stakeholders who are taking strategic actions in mainstreaming opportunities to […]
Bong Go pushes for creation of Department of Disaster Resilience
Citing the vulnerability of the country to natural disasters, such as earthquakes and typhoons, Senator Christopher Lawrence “Bong” Go on Monday, November 11, said that it is time for the establishment of a Department of Disaster Resilience to mitigate the consequences and take a more proactive approach to such calamities. The proposed measure is currently […]
John L. Gokongwei, Jr., 93
We mourn the peaceful passing of our Founder and Chairman Emeritus John L. Gokongwei Jr., on November 9, 2019. He was 93. We, the 75,000-strong employees of JG Summit Holdings and Robinsons Retail Holdings, join the nation in paying tribute to the founder of the first Philippine multinational conglomerate, a philanthropist with a passion for […]
