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VOL. XXXVI • NO. 276• 3 SECTIONS 12 PAGES • P20 SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 19, 2022 • www.manilastandard.net • mst.daydesk@gmail.com
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ANGKOK— The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia has committed to earmark 2 billion riyals (about P30.52 billion) for the unpaid salaries of some 10,000 overseas Filipinos employed by construction companies in the Middle East nation that declared bankruptcy six years ago.
This developed as President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr met Saudi Arabia's Crown Prince and Prime Minister Mohammed bin Salman in a bilateral meeting on the sidelines of the Asia Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) Summit hosted by Thailand. Mr. Marcos said Friday he looks forward to receiving the Crown Prince on a visit to the Philippines to discuss with the Saudi royal “a wide range of issues and areas of cooperation.” According to the Department of Migrant Workers (DMW), the Saudi commitment will cover the unpaid salaries of workers of firms that declared bankruptcy in the years 2015 and 2016. The Saudi Arabian construction
APEC HIGHLIGHT.
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. speaks to Saudi Arabia’s Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman in a bilateral meeting on the sidelines of the Asia Pacific Economic Cooperation Summit on Friday in Bangkok. Later, Mr. Marcos and First Lady Liza Araneta-Marcos walk the red carpet (inset) as they attend the APEC Gala Night staged by host Thailand. Presidential Photos
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Marcos, Xi to push conclusion of COC Speaker vows House backing By Vito Barcelo and Vince Lopez THE Philippines and China have agreed to support the early conclusion of discussions about the creation of a code of conduct in the South China Sea, the Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) said on Friday.
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. and Chinese President Xi Jinping both affirmed that the sea code would “help manage differences and regional tensions” in the disputed waters, the DFA said in a statement. "The two leaders agreed that maritime issues do not define the totality of Philippines-China relations," the statement read.
The DFA also noted that Mr. Marcos told Xi: "Our foreign policy refuses to fall into the trap of a Cold War mindset. Ours is an independent foreign policy guided by our national interest and commitment to peace." The Chinese Ministry of Foreign Affairs earlier said that Xi told Mr. Marcos that he wants to "write a new chapter in the China-Philippines friendship." Next page
By Maricel V. Cruz SPEAKER Martin G. Romualdez on Friday said President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. can count on the support of the House of Representatives in addressing the three critical issues that he raised at the AsiaPacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) Summit in Bangkok, Thailand. In his opening remarks before the
APEC CEO Summit, President Marcos said economies in the Asia-Pacific must work together for structural and policy innovations to solve food insecurity, strengthen the global health system, and take stronger action on climate change. The Chief Executive noted that addressing these three critical issues is key to enabling rapid economic recovery
Remulla seeks Bantag’s ouster Harris declares US in for long as BuCor chief haul to support Asian nations
WOMAN LEADER.
Tingog party-list Rep. Yedda Romualdez delivers her message as chairperson during the Association of Women Legislators Foundation, Inc. (AWLFI) oathtaking ceremony Tuesday at the Malacañang Palace. Miko Noveno
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By Rey E. Requejo
JUSTICE Secretary Jesus Crispin Remulla on Friday said he will ask President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. to dismiss suspended Bureau of Corrections (BuCor) chief Gerald Bantag if he gets the chance. Bantag, who has been tagged as the mastermind in the murder of broadcast commentator Percival Mabasa, a.k.a. Percy Lapid, has refused to surrender and has issued statements attacking Remulla, saying he was being set up. Next page
New price cuts on oil products Lady solons vow to advance women’s rights loom next week TINGOG Party-list Rep. and House Committee on Accounts Chairperson Yedda Marie Romualdez recently led lady lawmakers in ensuring the protection and promotion of women’s rights in Congress. As Chairperson of the Association of Women Legislators Foundation, Inc. (AWLFI), Romualdez gave her message during the group’s oath-taking ceremony Tuesday at the Malacañang Palace. The Association is composed of all the
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lady legislators in the House of Representatives. Since 2010, it has dedicated itself to strengthening the position of women and the welfare of children in society. In her message, Rep. Romualdez acknowledged the achievements of the foundation in ensuring the protection and promotion of the rights of women are not overlooked and continuing its endeavors to advance the legislative agenda of all women.
MOTORISTS can expect another rollback in pump prices in the coming week, Oil Industry Management Bureau Director Rino Abad confirmed Friday. Abad said there is an expected price rollback “for all products” by Tuesday next week. Oil companies usually announce price adjustments every Monday, to be implemented on the following day. Local oil industry sources, citing oil
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BANGKOK—US Vice President Kamala Harris told Asian leaders on Friday that the United States is committed to the region for the long haul, rejecting doubts about its engagement as China expands its clout. Addressing a summit in Bangkok, Harris called the United States a "proud Pacific power" and said that the
LIGHT IT UP. SM by the Bay and Firefly Lighting are ‘Celebrighting New Beginnings’ as they light up the 70-foot-tall Christmas tree designed by actresshost Solenn Heussaff (right) on Friday.
longstanding US network of security alliances has allowed Asia to prosper. "The United States is here to stay," Harris told business leaders on the sidelines of the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) summit, also attended by Chinese President Xi Jinping. Next page