No coup plotters in NegOr PNP
Amidst talks of an impending threat of coup de etat from military and police forces in the country, the Negros Oriental Provincial Police Office (NORPPO) assured that there are no destabilizing forces within the police ranks in the province.
NORPPO Police Supt. Marciano del Mar said that based on reports from the local intelligence units of the Armed Forces of the Philippines and the Philippine National Police here, there are no threats of destabilization among police ranks in Negros Oriental. "We have not received any information, whether raw or substantiated, that there are destabilization forces among PNP ranks here," says del Mar.
The provincial police director said that there are also no reports of destabilization threats from the various police stations in the towns and municipalities here.
Del Mar's assurance was echoed by SPO4 Hilbert Arinaza, NORPPO chief intelligence police non-commissioned officer, who said that the provincial police force is "steadfastly clinging to the Constitution and the laws of the land."
"We respect the duly constituted officials and we will fulfill the PNP mission and vision with sincerity, honesty and loyalty," says Arinaza.
He said the PNP command here is committed to perform its functions to pre-empt any plans of coup de etat.
Arinaza called for citizen support and participation to combat forces of destabilization.
Press Secretary Ignacio Bunye has earlier shrugged off rumors of coup plotters from the military and police ranks, saying that these are "stories being foisted to instill fear and uncertainty in a season of hope, and may be dismissed outright."
Bunye also assured that the unity of command and the professional loyalty of the uniformed services are total and unsullied, and the national security situation to be firm and invincible.
Meanwhile, the provincial police office is implementing contingency measures not only in view of the Christmas celebration but the celebration of the CPP-NPA anniversary this December.
Del Mar said that contingency measures are being adopted in all areas in the province with vital installations like PNOC and oil depots. "These are installations which can become possible targets," he said.
In urban centers, the city police chiefs in the province are coordinating with the security officers and owners of commercial establishments like department stores to strictly implement security measures such as the checking of baggages of consumers.
Del Mar however said that they haven't received any threats so far that will mar the peaceful celebration of the Christmas season here.
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DOT boosts tourism campaign in China
The Department of Tourism (DOT) further intensified its campaigns in China with its added tourist attractions in line for next year. China is the Philippines' fastest growing market with an average increase hitting almost 200 percent over recent months. In the latest arrivals statistics, it has posted a growth rate of 186.4% for the month of September 2005 as compared to the same period last year.
China has consistently recorded a growth rate of almost ten times than its usual average and six times faster than any of Philippines' other source markets.
Soon to be included in the list of tourist destinations advertised to Chinese travelers are Subic, Davao, and the New Manila with its new upbeat look.
In addition to putting up marketing offices in two of China's key cities Beijing and Shanghai; familiarization trips for tours for tour operators and the media; and extensive broadcast and print ads, the Philippines has participate in numerous travel fairs, wherein diving and golf, wellness and spa and incentive travel and tourism-related investments were showcased and have recorded an overwhelming response from the Chinese.
Just before the year draws to a close, the DOT will again embark on another venture as they join the 7th China International Travel Mart (CITM) 2005 at the Kunming International Convention and Exhibition Center.
CITM 2005 is deemed to be yet another potent platform that will help promote the islands as premiere destination. With almost tens of thousands of visitors, over 1,500 high-quality buyers, and more than 60 countries from all over the world participating, new business opportunities for everyone is indeed a huge possibility.
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Landbank supports implementation of avian flu preparedness plan
The Land Bank of the Philippines in support to the national government's avail flu preparedness plan has drawn specific guidelines to help prevent the spread and control the damage in case of an avian flu outbreak.
The bank has a total loan portfolio of P1.5 billion in poultry and allied industries. Land Bank will coordinate with the various government agencies for the implementation of the avian flu preparedness plan of the government. As part of the communication campaign, Land Bank will integrate the avian flu preparedness plan in its briefing activities with Bank clients who are in the poultry and allied industries.
Land Bank will likewise require its clients to properly observe bio security measures like: a) installation of farm gates, shower rooms, foot baths, fumigation boxes; b) proper rest period and disinfection of flocks; c) proper disposal of dead birds; d) ensuring that poultry farms are inaccessible to stray animals and free flying birds; e) no mixing of poultry and swine in the same holding facility; and f) recording of all movements to and from the facility.
Land Bank will also adopt very stringent measures in evaluating projects that involve bird importation in order to prevent the possible contamination of the local stocks.
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Human rights complaints decrease this year- CHR
Complaints of human rights violations filed with the Commission on Human Rights here have decreased this year compared to previous years.
Although he failed to cite statistics, CHR Special Investigator III Jesus Cañete during the recent Kapihan forum conducted by the Philippine Information Agency, said the decreasing trend may be misleading.
"Complaints are one thing and incidents are another. Some victims may have lodged their complaints with some other forum," says Cañete.
He said among the cases filed with the Provincial Prosecutor's Office, majority are civil in nature and none are politically motivated. "The most number involves incest and other violations of RA 7610," Cañete said.
The special investigator lamented that the topmost factor hindering the prosecution of human rights violation cases is "our own cultural attitudes" like the padrino system and the ningas cogon.
He relates that at the height of his investigation, some victims suddenly disappear or sign an affidavit of desistance. "When these happen, we can say that technically, human rights is threatened. The moment there is no complainant, there is no more human rights violation," says Cañete.
However, he explained that human rights violation is defined as a violation committed not only to the individual but to the whole Filipino people. "If a violation is committed towards an individual, that violation is committed against the whole Filipino people."
Joy Tadeo, member of the executive committee of the Promotion of Church People's Response (PCPR), in the same forum said that most victims of human rights violations are those living in the rural areas.
Because of this, there is a tendency that they don't complain anymore because the filing of cases are costly, says Tadeo. "Their lack of education also prevents them from filing complaints."
Tadeo said this could be one reason why the CHR reports a decreasing trend on human rights cases filed with their office.
Meanwhile, the CHR is adopting a rights-based approach to development when investigating human rights violation cases.
Cañete explained that this approach was conceptualized to embrace the new trends of a changing society, particularly in view of recent economical and political situation.
"We came up with this framework because we believe that in every venture the government takes there should always be a concern for human rights," stressed Cañete.
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2 coops in Siquijor receive awards
Two cooperatives in the province of Siquijor were awarded by the Cooperative Development Authority (CDA) -Siquijor Province in coordination with the siquijor Provincial Union of Cooperatives, Inc. (SPUCI) for their exemplary performances namely: the Siquijor Provincial Hospital Employees Multi-Purpose Cooperative for being prompt and consistent in the Cooperative Education and Training Fund (CETF) remittances to the SPUCI, and the Sta. Barbara Katilingbanon Credit Cooperative being the newest cooperative yet has the biggest Capital Buils Up and Savings generated more than five million pesos in a span of five years.
The awards were given during the culmination program of the Cooperative Month recently.
The Sta. Barbara Katilingbanon Credit Cooperative, Inc., which main office is located at Campalanas, Lazi, Siquijor, has a branch in Talingting.
Asked on their secret why they generated this much, the manager said that their members are required to put up savings account; that they collected a 3% interest per month on their loans granted; 50% of the interest on capital is added to their CBUs and 50% goes to the members. With these strategies employed, the coop is sure to generate millions in years to come.
In a brief speech during the program, CDA Assistant Regional Director Brigget Amores encouraged other cooperatives to sustain their operations in spite of problems besetting them and that government is supporting all cooperatives in the whole country.
She hoped that with the awards received by the two cooperatives, other cooperatives will follows their footsteps to become progressive and successful.
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CSC grants 10-day leave to victims of violence
On top of existing leave privileges, women employees in the government who are victims of violence are entitled to a paid leave of absence for ten days. This was shared earlier by Civil Service Commission (CSC) Provincial Director Ma. Victoria Gabud during the Siquijor Council of Administrative and Personnel Officers' (SICAPO) meeting at the Larena Session Hall, Larena, Siquijor.
Dir. Gabud said CSC Resolution No. 051206 also grants the 10-day paid leave of absence to government women employees whose child below 18 years or above 18 but unable to take care of himself/herself, is a victim of violence. The privilege applies to women employees in government regardless of employment status.
The leave grant is pursuant to Republic Act 9262, otherwise known as the Anti-Violence Against Women and their Children Act, she said.
Violence against women and their children refers to "any act or a series of acts committed by any person against a woman who is his wife, former wife, or against a woman with whom the person has or had a sexual relationship, or with whom he has a common child, or against her child whether legitimate or illegitimate, within or without the family abode, which result in or is likely to result in physical, sexual, psychological or economic abuse including threats, assault, coercion, harassment or arbitrary deprivation of liberty."
The 10-day leave, the CSC said, may be availed of in a continuous or intermittent manner to enable the employee to attend to medical and legal concerns.
Concerned women employees may apply for the 10-day leave before the actual leave of absence or immediately upon return from such leave. The CSC stressed that the leave application must be accompanied by any of the following supporting documents: Barangay Protection Order (BPO) obtained from the barangay; Temporary/Permanent Protection Order (TPO/PPO) from the court; if the protection order is not yet issued, a certification issued by the Punong Barangay or Kagawad, or prosecutor or the clerk of court that an application for BPO, TPO or PPO has been filed; or in the absence of any of the protection orders and the certification, a police report specifying the details of the violence on the victim, together with a medical certificate.
The CSC clarified that the 10-day leave is non-cumulative and not convertible to cash, and that leaves not availed of are deemed waived. Moreover, officials who deny the application for leave of a woman employee victim of violence against women shall be held liable for conduct prejudicial to the best interest of the service.
CSC Resolution No. 051206 took effect October 20, 2005. (PIA with reports from CSC)
Amidst talks of an impending threat of coup de etat from military and police forces in the country, the Negros Oriental Provincial Police Office (NORPPO) assured that there are no destabilizing forces within the police ranks in the province.
NORPPO Police Supt. Marciano del Mar said that based on reports from the local intelligence units of the Armed Forces of the Philippines and the Philippine National Police here, there are no threats of destabilization among police ranks in Negros Oriental. "We have not received any information, whether raw or substantiated, that there are destabilization forces among PNP ranks here," says del Mar.
The provincial police director said that there are also no reports of destabilization threats from the various police stations in the towns and municipalities here.
Del Mar's assurance was echoed by SPO4 Hilbert Arinaza, NORPPO chief intelligence police non-commissioned officer, who said that the provincial police force is "steadfastly clinging to the Constitution and the laws of the land."
"We respect the duly constituted officials and we will fulfill the PNP mission and vision with sincerity, honesty and loyalty," says Arinaza.
He said the PNP command here is committed to perform its functions to pre-empt any plans of coup de etat.
Arinaza called for citizen support and participation to combat forces of destabilization.
Press Secretary Ignacio Bunye has earlier shrugged off rumors of coup plotters from the military and police ranks, saying that these are "stories being foisted to instill fear and uncertainty in a season of hope, and may be dismissed outright."
Bunye also assured that the unity of command and the professional loyalty of the uniformed services are total and unsullied, and the national security situation to be firm and invincible.
Meanwhile, the provincial police office is implementing contingency measures not only in view of the Christmas celebration but the celebration of the CPP-NPA anniversary this December.
Del Mar said that contingency measures are being adopted in all areas in the province with vital installations like PNOC and oil depots. "These are installations which can become possible targets," he said.
In urban centers, the city police chiefs in the province are coordinating with the security officers and owners of commercial establishments like department stores to strictly implement security measures such as the checking of baggages of consumers.
Del Mar however said that they haven't received any threats so far that will mar the peaceful celebration of the Christmas season here.
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DOT boosts tourism campaign in China
The Department of Tourism (DOT) further intensified its campaigns in China with its added tourist attractions in line for next year. China is the Philippines' fastest growing market with an average increase hitting almost 200 percent over recent months. In the latest arrivals statistics, it has posted a growth rate of 186.4% for the month of September 2005 as compared to the same period last year.
China has consistently recorded a growth rate of almost ten times than its usual average and six times faster than any of Philippines' other source markets.
Soon to be included in the list of tourist destinations advertised to Chinese travelers are Subic, Davao, and the New Manila with its new upbeat look.
In addition to putting up marketing offices in two of China's key cities Beijing and Shanghai; familiarization trips for tours for tour operators and the media; and extensive broadcast and print ads, the Philippines has participate in numerous travel fairs, wherein diving and golf, wellness and spa and incentive travel and tourism-related investments were showcased and have recorded an overwhelming response from the Chinese.
Just before the year draws to a close, the DOT will again embark on another venture as they join the 7th China International Travel Mart (CITM) 2005 at the Kunming International Convention and Exhibition Center.
CITM 2005 is deemed to be yet another potent platform that will help promote the islands as premiere destination. With almost tens of thousands of visitors, over 1,500 high-quality buyers, and more than 60 countries from all over the world participating, new business opportunities for everyone is indeed a huge possibility.
-30-
Landbank supports implementation of avian flu preparedness plan
The Land Bank of the Philippines in support to the national government's avail flu preparedness plan has drawn specific guidelines to help prevent the spread and control the damage in case of an avian flu outbreak.
The bank has a total loan portfolio of P1.5 billion in poultry and allied industries. Land Bank will coordinate with the various government agencies for the implementation of the avian flu preparedness plan of the government. As part of the communication campaign, Land Bank will integrate the avian flu preparedness plan in its briefing activities with Bank clients who are in the poultry and allied industries.
Land Bank will likewise require its clients to properly observe bio security measures like: a) installation of farm gates, shower rooms, foot baths, fumigation boxes; b) proper rest period and disinfection of flocks; c) proper disposal of dead birds; d) ensuring that poultry farms are inaccessible to stray animals and free flying birds; e) no mixing of poultry and swine in the same holding facility; and f) recording of all movements to and from the facility.
Land Bank will also adopt very stringent measures in evaluating projects that involve bird importation in order to prevent the possible contamination of the local stocks.
-30-
Human rights complaints decrease this year- CHR
Complaints of human rights violations filed with the Commission on Human Rights here have decreased this year compared to previous years.
Although he failed to cite statistics, CHR Special Investigator III Jesus Cañete during the recent Kapihan forum conducted by the Philippine Information Agency, said the decreasing trend may be misleading.
"Complaints are one thing and incidents are another. Some victims may have lodged their complaints with some other forum," says Cañete.
He said among the cases filed with the Provincial Prosecutor's Office, majority are civil in nature and none are politically motivated. "The most number involves incest and other violations of RA 7610," Cañete said.
The special investigator lamented that the topmost factor hindering the prosecution of human rights violation cases is "our own cultural attitudes" like the padrino system and the ningas cogon.
He relates that at the height of his investigation, some victims suddenly disappear or sign an affidavit of desistance. "When these happen, we can say that technically, human rights is threatened. The moment there is no complainant, there is no more human rights violation," says Cañete.
However, he explained that human rights violation is defined as a violation committed not only to the individual but to the whole Filipino people. "If a violation is committed towards an individual, that violation is committed against the whole Filipino people."
Joy Tadeo, member of the executive committee of the Promotion of Church People's Response (PCPR), in the same forum said that most victims of human rights violations are those living in the rural areas.
Because of this, there is a tendency that they don't complain anymore because the filing of cases are costly, says Tadeo. "Their lack of education also prevents them from filing complaints."
Tadeo said this could be one reason why the CHR reports a decreasing trend on human rights cases filed with their office.
Meanwhile, the CHR is adopting a rights-based approach to development when investigating human rights violation cases.
Cañete explained that this approach was conceptualized to embrace the new trends of a changing society, particularly in view of recent economical and political situation.
"We came up with this framework because we believe that in every venture the government takes there should always be a concern for human rights," stressed Cañete.
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2 coops in Siquijor receive awards
Two cooperatives in the province of Siquijor were awarded by the Cooperative Development Authority (CDA) -Siquijor Province in coordination with the siquijor Provincial Union of Cooperatives, Inc. (SPUCI) for their exemplary performances namely: the Siquijor Provincial Hospital Employees Multi-Purpose Cooperative for being prompt and consistent in the Cooperative Education and Training Fund (CETF) remittances to the SPUCI, and the Sta. Barbara Katilingbanon Credit Cooperative being the newest cooperative yet has the biggest Capital Buils Up and Savings generated more than five million pesos in a span of five years.
The awards were given during the culmination program of the Cooperative Month recently.
The Sta. Barbara Katilingbanon Credit Cooperative, Inc., which main office is located at Campalanas, Lazi, Siquijor, has a branch in Talingting.
Asked on their secret why they generated this much, the manager said that their members are required to put up savings account; that they collected a 3% interest per month on their loans granted; 50% of the interest on capital is added to their CBUs and 50% goes to the members. With these strategies employed, the coop is sure to generate millions in years to come.
In a brief speech during the program, CDA Assistant Regional Director Brigget Amores encouraged other cooperatives to sustain their operations in spite of problems besetting them and that government is supporting all cooperatives in the whole country.
She hoped that with the awards received by the two cooperatives, other cooperatives will follows their footsteps to become progressive and successful.
-30-
CSC grants 10-day leave to victims of violence
On top of existing leave privileges, women employees in the government who are victims of violence are entitled to a paid leave of absence for ten days. This was shared earlier by Civil Service Commission (CSC) Provincial Director Ma. Victoria Gabud during the Siquijor Council of Administrative and Personnel Officers' (SICAPO) meeting at the Larena Session Hall, Larena, Siquijor.
Dir. Gabud said CSC Resolution No. 051206 also grants the 10-day paid leave of absence to government women employees whose child below 18 years or above 18 but unable to take care of himself/herself, is a victim of violence. The privilege applies to women employees in government regardless of employment status.
The leave grant is pursuant to Republic Act 9262, otherwise known as the Anti-Violence Against Women and their Children Act, she said.
Violence against women and their children refers to "any act or a series of acts committed by any person against a woman who is his wife, former wife, or against a woman with whom the person has or had a sexual relationship, or with whom he has a common child, or against her child whether legitimate or illegitimate, within or without the family abode, which result in or is likely to result in physical, sexual, psychological or economic abuse including threats, assault, coercion, harassment or arbitrary deprivation of liberty."
The 10-day leave, the CSC said, may be availed of in a continuous or intermittent manner to enable the employee to attend to medical and legal concerns.
Concerned women employees may apply for the 10-day leave before the actual leave of absence or immediately upon return from such leave. The CSC stressed that the leave application must be accompanied by any of the following supporting documents: Barangay Protection Order (BPO) obtained from the barangay; Temporary/Permanent Protection Order (TPO/PPO) from the court; if the protection order is not yet issued, a certification issued by the Punong Barangay or Kagawad, or prosecutor or the clerk of court that an application for BPO, TPO or PPO has been filed; or in the absence of any of the protection orders and the certification, a police report specifying the details of the violence on the victim, together with a medical certificate.
The CSC clarified that the 10-day leave is non-cumulative and not convertible to cash, and that leaves not availed of are deemed waived. Moreover, officials who deny the application for leave of a woman employee victim of violence against women shall be held liable for conduct prejudicial to the best interest of the service.
CSC Resolution No. 051206 took effect October 20, 2005. (PIA with reports from CSC)
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