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PBBM, ginarantiya ang trabaho para sa lahat
TINIYAK ni Pangulong Ferdinand Marcos Jr., sa publiko na lahat ay magkakaroon ng trabaho sa ilalim ng ‘Bagong Pilipinas” na kanyang pinro-promote.
Ang pahayag na ito ng Pangulo ay matapos niyang i-welcome ang ulat na ang labor force participation ng bansa ay umakyat sa 66.6% noong Disyembre 2023, habang ang employment rate ay tumaas din ng 96.9%.
Sa post ng Pangulo sa kanyang X account, sa Bagong Pilipinas aniya, ang pag-unlad at kasaganaan ay dapat lamang na ihatid sa bawat tahanan, sapagkat tiyak aniya na may magandang trabahong naghihintay para sa bawat Pilipino.
Sinabi ng Punong Ehekutibo na masayang siyang makita ang mahalagang progreso at katatagan ng labor market ng bansa.
Pinuri naman nito ang pagbaba sa 3.1% ng unemployment rate habang ang underemployment rate ay nabawasan ng 11.9%.
Ayon naman sa Pangulo, ang mga kaganapang ito ay nagpapahiwatig ng improvement sa “job quality at stability” at ngayon ay maraming oportunidad para sa mga manggagawa.
“This positive momentum is attributed to robust growth across all major industry groups, with construction, agriculture, and services leading the way,” ang tinuran pa ng Pangulo.
Dahil dito, nangako ang Pangulo na committed ang gobyerno na “to fostering a conducive and enabling environment for employment growth.”
“We will continue to implement both demand- and supply-side interventions, including pro-investment reforms and strategic partnerships, to attract more investments,” ang pahayag ng Punong Ehekutibo.
“The enactment of initiatives such as the Public-Private Partnership Code and the 4PH Housing Program will further stimulate economic activity and create more job opportunities,” dagdag na pahayag nito.
Samantala, itutulak din ng pamahalaan ang “up-skilling at re-skilling initiatives” at i-promote ang pagbabago para ihanda ang mga manggagawa sa kinakailangan kasanayan at kakayahan na angkop para umunlad sa maraming high-quality employment opportunities. (Daris Jose)
PBBM, tinukoy ang pangangailangan na madaliin ang water security sa Pinas
MAY pangangailangan na madaliin ang “water security” sa Pilipinas, ayon kay Pangulong Ferdinand Marcos Jr.
Muling inulit ng Chief Executive ang direktiba nito na madaliin ang pagkompleto sa water projects sa bansa.
Kasalukuyan ngayong nasa Davao City ang Pangulo para pangunahan ang inagurasyon ng Davao City Bulk Water Supply Project.
Ito ay isa sa tatlong event na na gagawin sa balwarte ni dating Pangulong Rodrigo Roa Duterte.
”I continually stress the urgency of improving water security and directed agencies concerned to expedite the completion of all water projects across the country,” ang bahagi ng talumpati ni Pangulong Marcos.
Aniya pa, ang pagkakaputol ng water supply ”degrades quality of life and dampens economic activity.”
Layon naman ng water project na tugunan ang pangangailangan ng mahigit sa isang milyong Davaoeños at dagdagan ang tiwala sa groundwater sources sa pamamagitan ng paggamit sa Tamugan River, sinasabing nananatiling pinagkukuhanan ng tubig sa Davao District.
Ang public-private partnership (PPP) project sa pagitan ng Apo Agua Infrastructura, Inc. (Apo Agua), isang water subsidiary ng Aboitiz InfraCapital (AIC), at Davao City Water District (DCWD), ang water treatment facility ng proyekto ay pinapagana ng renewable energy mula sa sariling nitong run-of-river hydroelectric power plant.
Ang lahat ani Pangulong Marcos ng emergency, kakapusan sa tubig ang pinakamahirap na pigilan.
”It is, however, preventable – with foresight, right plans, united action, and strong political will,” ayon sa Chief Executive.
”Anticipating problems instead of letting them catch us by surprise is how we approach these challenges in the Bagong Pilipinas. We prepare for contingencies, solve problems, and defuse potential crises before they occur,” dagdag na wika nito.
Sa kabilang dako, ang unang event ay dinaluhan ng iba’t ibang opisyal ng pamahalaan kabilang na sina Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) Secretary Ma. Antonia “Toni” Yulo-Loyzaga, Special Assistant to the President (SAP) Secretary Antonio Lagdameo at Presidential Communications Secretarry Cheloy Garafil, at Iba pa.
Iyon nga lamang ay kapansin-pansin na wala ang presensiya ni Davao City Mayor Sebastian ”Baste” Duterte sa naturang inagurasyon. (Daris Jose)
Malaki ang naitulong sa kanyang showbiz career: PIOLO, nagbigay ng pasasalamat at papuri kay DEO ENDRINAL
NAGBIGAY na rin ng kanyang pasasalamat at pamamaalam ang award-winning actor na si Piolo Pascual sa pumanaw na Dreamscape Entertainment head na si Deo Endrinal.
Si Deo raw ang nagturo sa kanya na maging humble and patient sa kanyang trabaho.
“That is one thing sinasabi niya, you have to remain grounded, patient, dedicated, and you have to remain humble. Ito traits magpapa-last sayo sa industriya.
“If there is one thing na-instill ni Tito Deo sa akin is you have to work hard. Walang nakukuha overnight. Whatever success, whatever fame, you have to work hard for it.”
Malaking tulong daw si Deo sa pag-navigate sa kanya sa competitive showbiz industry.
“Tito Deo was always like a mentor to me when I started out in ABS in the 90s. He was one of the guys planning what shows I am going to do, what roles to accept. He was already planning for like The Hunks, ASAP, with my shows as well.
“When you talk to him, no matter what you do, if you say yes to him — hind ka niya papabayaan. Yun maganda kay Tito Deo. Even with Dreamscape, kahit ayaw mo gumawa ng TV, pag siya nag-pitch, rest assured maganda proyekto mo. He has always looked out for me like the rest of everyone here.
“Alam mo kahit ano manyare, with him around, he is your ally. Pagtatangol ka niya and he will protect you talaga. Hindi ka niya papahamak. Bihira ganong tao.”
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NI-LAUNCH na ang bagong Sparkles Kilig Loveteams at kasama rito ang PrYce tandem nila Princess Aliyah at Bryce Eusebio.
Bukod sa kasama ang PrYce loveteam sa inspirational teleserye na Forever Young kunsaan bida si Euwenn Mikaell, mapapanood sila sa TikTok Kilig Series na Beyond The Game on February 16 to 22 sa kanilang official TikTok account.
Dumaan sa chemistry workshop sina Princess at Bryce para mas maging kumportable sila sa isa’t isa bilang loveteam. Ang one thing na in common nila ay ang music. Si Princess ay singer at dancer naman si Bryce.
Ang isa pang pair na ni-launch ay sina Ashley Sarmiento at Marco Masa or AshCo. Napapanood sila sa primetime series na ‘Black Rider’ at sa TikTok Kilig Series na ‘Secret Notes’ on February 8 to 14.
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KINASUHAN ang ‘Squid Game’ actor na si Oh Young-soo with sexual misdemeanor at puwede siyang makulong ng isang taon kung papatunayan na guilty siya.
Ayon sa report ng Korea JoongAng Daily: “The 79-year-old actor was indicted in November 2022, when a former theater group member claimed that in 2017, Oh Young-soo groped and kissed her while they were outside. The prosecutors claimed Oh “expressed his desire for youth in an inappropriate way” while he and the victim were drinking together in 2017.”
Binabulaanan ng aktor ang binibintang sa kanya na sexual assault noong humarap siya sa first trial noong February 2022.
“It’s so painful and hard to stand in this court at this age like this. It is miserable that the last chapter of my life is ending in such a way, making my whole life fall apart,” sinabi ng aktor na muling haharap sa korte on March 15.
Si Oh Young-soo ang first Korean actor to win a Golden Globe Award noong 2022. Nanalo siya bilang best supporting actor para sa Squid Game.
(RUEL J. MENDOZA)
Kahit sinusubukan pang ayusin ang relasyon… Kasal nina BEA at DOMINIC, hindi na mangyayari ngayong taon
MATAPOS ang pagkukuwestiyon sa kanyang sarili ay maligaya na muli si Carla Abellana bilang isang certified Kapuso.
Kahit naman sinong artista na hindi pa pinapapirma ng bagong kontrata ay mag-aalala kung gusto pa ba ng network ang kayang serbisyo.
At tulad nga ng naganap, tuloy ang pagiging Kapuso Primetime Goddess ni Carla matapos pumirma kamakailan ng bagong kontrata sa GMA Network.
Lahad ni Carla, “Relieved siyempre. Given na yung grateful, given na ‘yung happy and excited, pero more of relieved talaga ‘yung pinaka nararamdaman ko at this moment.
“Dadating talaga sa point na iku-question mo in a way na parang ‘gusto pa ba nila ako? Ire-renew pa ba ako ng GMA?’”
“’Pag naghihintay ka and of course hangga’t walang signing, walang kontrata, may times na natatanong mo yun, naku-question mo yun so kinakabahan ka rin at some point.”
Nabigyan na raw siya ng assurance na gusto pa rin ng GMA ang kanyang serbisyo.
Sinabi rin ng mga boss ng GMA na isang super-busy na 2024 ang magaganp sa career ni Carla, na lalong ikinatuwa ng aktres.
“Sanay po ako sa busy year, sanay po ako na dire-diretso yung trabaho, and excited na ako kumbaga, umpisahan natin ‘yung busy year,” sabi ni Carla na prized talent rin ng Triple A (All Access To Artist) management ni Mike Tuviera.
Isang patunay na busy nga si Carla ay matapos ang taping niya para Stolen Life ay lead actress siya sa upcoming ‘Widows’ War’ kasama ang kontrobersyal na si Bea Alonzo.
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SALUDO kami kay Tito Boy Abunda dahil bukod sa siya ang nag-iisang King of Talk ng Pilipinas ay may malasakit rin siya sa mga artista kahit hindi niya alaga o talent.
Labis ang concern ni Tito Boy sa mga pamba-bash at panghuhusga na resulta ng hiwalayan nina Bea Alonzo at DominIc Roque.
Umabot na sa punto na nakiusap si Tito Boy sa mga netizen, sa kanyang ‘Fast Talk With Boy Abunda’, na huwag basta husgahan ang dating magkasintahan.
‘Yung mga mema kasi o may masabi lamang, kundi si Bea ay si Dominic ang itinuturong dahilan ng breakup ng dalawa kahit hindi naman nila alam ang tunay na kuwento.
Kaya naman lahad ni Tito Boy, “Dito sa kuwentong ito, ipinalalabas na may problema si Bea Alonzo. Kasi naghiwalay sila ni Gerald Anderson, naghiwalay sila ni Zanjoe Marudo. ‘Ay hindi nagtatagal ang kanyang mga relasyon.’
“To me, napaka-judgmental po nun.
“Yes, you and I have the right to comment. Yes, we have the freedom of speech. Pero ako I appeal for kindness. What do we really know about this relationship? Do we know the nuances? Alam ba talaga natin ang detalye? Huwag naman.
“The narrative is not about si Bea ang problema kaya sila naghiwalay. Sa pagkakaalam ko, ito diretsahan, si Bea gustong ma-save ang relasyon na ito. Bea wants this to work,” saad pa ni Tito Boy.
Hindi rin daw nararapat na alipustain si Dominic.
“Masakit din pakinggan. ‘Walang pera. Hindi mayaman. Hindi sikat. Hindi karapat-dapat kay Bea.’ Cruel,” lahad pa ni Tito Boy.
“You have the right to comment, you have the right to share your opinion. Pero sana’y let’s exercise prudence, caution and most important of all, kindness.”
Pahiwatig pa ng King of Talk na kahit sinusubukan pa nina Bea at Dom na ayusin ang kanilang relasyon ay hindi na ngayong taon mangyayari ang kasal.
“Kung halimbawa maayos ang dalawang ito. From my sources, sigurado ako, ‘pag nagkaayos sina Bea at Dominic, no wedding is going to happen this year,” wika pa ni Tito Boy.
(ROMMEL L. GONZALES)
ACADEMY AWARD NOMINEE KERRY CONDON COMBINES HER LOVE OF CINEMA AND WATER IN THE SUPERNATURAL THRILLER “NIGHT SWIM”
ONE of the reasons Kerry Condon wanted to dive into Night Swim was the water.
“I was always interested in doing swimming on-camera and combining those two great interests for me,” Condon, an accomplished swimmer who swam competitively as a child, says. “I am a good swimmer and I wanted to show my physicality. I love water in movies and I think filming in water is beautiful, so I wanted to be a part of that and learn more about it.”
Another major reason was the genre. “I thought this was a great opportunity for me that I’d never done a horror movie before, and I’ve always wanted a career that would allow me to be a character actress in every kind of genre,” shares Condon, who was nominated for a Best Supporting Actress Academy Award for her role in the comedy The Banshees of Inisherin. Condon was also a recurring character in the critically acclaimed drama Better Call Saul (a Breaking Bad spinoff).
In Night Swim, based on McGuire’s acclaimed 2014 short film of the same name, Ray Waller (Wyatt Russell) is a former major league baseball player forced into early retirement by a degenerative illness. Secretly hoping, against the odds, to return to pro ball, Ray persuades his wife, Eve (Condon), that their new home’s shimmering backyard swimming pool will be fun for the kids (Amélie Hoeferle and Gavin Warren) and provide physical therapy for him. But a dark secret in the home’s past will unleash a malevolent force that will drag the family under, into the depths of inescapable terror.
Watch the trailer: https://youtu.be/hgnUYV330cA?
“On the day I met Kerry, she had been nominated for a Golden Globe for Banshees of Inisherin and swam a mile in the ocean that morning – not a bad day,” director Bryce McGuire says. “She had to do some really demanding underwater work, especially late in the movie, that most people simply would not have been able to do. She’s an extremely tough and physical actor. Something special happens with Kerry every time the camera rolls. She really pushed me and the material, and she’s fantastic in the movie.”
Condon enjoyed working with McGuire as well. “Bryce knew a lot about the genre and that was important to me because I hadn’t done something like this before,” she says. “He had a lot of references and wanted it to be character-based, which appealed to me. A lot was riding on Bryce, and he gave it everything. He was also always open to collaboration, which was great. I have worked with directors in the past that didn’t want to listen to other suggestions, but I believe that the best idea should win, doesn’t matter who gave it and Bryce felt the same.”
Dare to take a dive when Night Swim, distributed by Universal Pictures International, opens in cinemas February 21. #NightSwimMoviePh
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(ROHN ROMULO)
Manibela naghain ng kasong graft laban sa mga opisyales ng DOTr
NAGHAIN ng isang kasong graft ang grupo sa transportasyon na Manibela laban sa mga opisyal ng Department of Transportation (DOTr) at Office of the Solicitor General (OSG) dahil sa pagsusulong ng Public Utility Vehicle Modernization Program (PUVMP) ng pamahalaan.
Sa isang limang (5) pahina na complaint na inihain ng Manibela sa Office of the Ombudsman, sinabi nila ang mga opisyal ay lumabag sa Anti-Graft and Corrupt Practices Act dahil sa hindi pagbibigay ng “due process” habang kanilang tinutulak ang PUVMP.
Ang mga respondents sa kasong inihain ng Manibela ay sina Transportation Secretary Jaime J. Bautista, Office of Transport Cooperatives chairman Ferdinand Ortega, Land Transportation Ferdinand Ortega, Land Transportation Franchising and Regulatory Board chairman Teofilo Guadiz III at Solicitor General Menardo Guevarra.
Ayon sa Manibela maraming nilabag ang mga opisyal ng DOTr, LTFRB, OTC at kasama ang solicitor general.
“Many violations have been committed by officials of the DOTr, LTFRB, OTC and the solicitor general is also included. We were abused and our rights have been violated which deprived us from our livelihood,” wika ni Manibela chairman Mar Valbuena.
Binigyan diin ni Valbuena na ang kanilang karapatang pangtao ay inabuso sapagkat inalisan sila ng pagkukunan ng kanilang kabuhayan na siyang nakalagay at nakasaad sa isang Memorandum Circular No. 2023-051.
Sa nasabing memorandum, ang mga PUV drivers at operators ay kinakailangan magkaron ng consolidation ng prangkisa upang makapagtayo ng isang kooperatiba o korporasyon na ang deadline ay noong nakaraang Dec. 31, 2023 at kung hindi magagawa ay nakalagay sa memorandum na ang kanilang mga prankisa ay mawawalang bisa.
Ang nasabing deadline ay nagkaron ng extension na binigay ni President Marcos hanggang April 30, 2024 na ayon sa grupong transportasyon ay isa lamang “minor victory” sa kanilang hanay.
Nang hingan ng kumento si DOTR Secretary Bautista kung nabigyan na sila ng nasabing complaint ay wala pa daw silang natatangap sa ngayon. Dagdag pa niya na kanilang pag-aaralan ang mga charges at kung saan sila ay magkakaron ng isang “respond at the appropriate time or forum.”
“We assure the general public that in implementing the PUV Modernization Program, DOTr and its attached agencies endeavor to strictly comply with pertinent provisions of the 1987 Constitution, as well as relevant laws and jurisprudence,” saad ni Bautista.
Ang komento naman ni SolGen Guevarra tungkol sa nasabing complaint ay ang nakalagay na argumento ng Manibela ay katulad din lang naman ng ibang grupong transportasyon na inihain sa Supreme Court noong Dec. 20, 2023.
“As legal counsel of the government, the OSG acted in accordance with its lawful mandate,” dagdag ni Guevarra.
Noong Dec. 2023 ay naghain ng isang petisyon na pinangungunahan ng PISTON kung saan sila ay humihingi na ihinto ang pagpapatupad ng programa sa PUV consolidation at upang ideklara na unconstitutional ang PUVMP.
Subalit ang Supreme Court (SC) ay hindi nag- issue ng temporary restraining order (TRO) upang pigilan ang nasabing programa sa consolidation. At dahil dito, muling naghain ng isa pang petisyon ang grupo sa transportasyon.
Ngayon nakaraan Jan. 5, ayon sa LTFRB ay may 73 porsiento na ng mga jeepneys sa buong bansa ang nagkaron ng consolidation sa ilalim ng PUVMP ng pamahalaan. LASACMAR
Suportado nina Ice, Lara at Martin: RYAN GALLAGHER, magtatanghal ng first major concert sa Manila
MAGHANDA para sa isang pasabog na concert ng The Voice USA season 19 Fan favorite na si Ryan Gallagher sa “The Voice of Ryan” na gaganapin sa Music Museum sa Pebrero 17, 2024.
Kilala sa kanyang nakakaakit na classical voice, at sa nakakikilabot na pag-awit nya ng “The Prayer” ni Andrea Bocelli at Celine Dion sa kanyang audition sa The Voice USA.
Dahil dito, agad na pinili siya ni Kelly Clarkson na isa sa mga hurado ng nasabing reality show.
Ngayon, nandito si Ryan Gallagher sa Pilipinas para sa kanyang first major concert.
Makakasama ni Ryan sa entablado ang ilan sa pinaka-talented na OPM icons sa bansa kabilang ang Concert King na si Martin Nievera, Filipina Soprano na si Lara Maigue, at ang Asia’s Acoustic Icon Ice Seguerra.
“February is here, and I am overcome with excitement, or are those nerves… haha! Just the fact that I get to share the stage with Martin, Ice, and Lara is a privilege and something I will remember forever. The amount of talent is incredible!” sabi ni Ryan.
Sa “The Voice of Ryan” isho-showcase ni Ryan ang range niya bilang isang musical artist na kahit kilala siya sa kanyang galing sa classical music, kaya rin niyang kumanta ng iba pang genre ng
kanta.
Si Ivan Lee Espinosa, isang award-winning musician at arranger, ang magiging musical director ni Ryan para sa konsyerto, at si Liza Diño naman, na kilala bilang aktres at producer ay ang creative director.
Si Ice rin ang magiging stage director ng concert. Nagkakilala na sina Ice at Ryan sa US at nakapag-duet na.
Alam naman natin ang galing ni Ice pagdating sa musika at sa pagdidirek ng concert kaya nakaka-excite na makita siya na i-level up ang concert na ito.
“Prepare to witness a new side of Ryan in this concert, as I am thrilled to share his remarkable versatility. While many know him as an exceptional classical singer, I was pleasantly surprised sa range nya as a singer. As the stage director collaborating with my wife Liza as the creative director, my intention was to showcase these diverse qualities in Ryan, which led us to aptly title the show ‘The Voice of Ryan.’ The audience will have the opportunity to experience the various dimensions of his talent, spanning rock, indie, and contemporary genres. Brace yourself for an unforgettable surprise!” pagbabahagi ni Seguerra.
“I am all about storytelling. I had the incredible opportunity to be entrusted by Ice to envision and direct the creative direction for Becoming Ice, an astounding concert celebrating Ice’s 35th
Anniversary. It was a massive success. Regarding ‘The Voice of Ryan’, my inspiration stems from his remarkable journey, from where he started to where he stands today. While Ryan has always been renowned as a classical singer, we aim to showcase the various facets of his artistry by delving into his influences and tracing his evolution as a musician. Brace yourself for an unforgettable, immersive experience,” pahayag naman ni Dino.
Samantala, opisyal nang artist ng Fire and Ice si Ryan sa pagpirma nito ng kontrata, kaya magtatagal na ito sa bansa, dahil maraming inihahandang proyekto sina Ice at Liza.
Two weeks after ng kanyang launching concert, babalik siya ng Amerika para mag-ayos ng papeles at iba pang personal na bagay. Kailangan din niyang bisitahin ang mommy niya na recovering from her knee surgery, kaya di ito makakanood ng kanyang concert.
Inihahandog ng Katinko at suportado ng Baron Method at Phillip’s Fine Jewelry, ang “The Voice of Ryan” ay produced ng Fire and Ice LIVE!
Ang mga tiket para sa concert ay maaring mabili na sa Ticketworld.
Ang mga presyo ng tiket ay P1,000 (Balcony), P2,000 (orch side), P3,000 (orch gold), P4,000 (orch VIP), P5,000 (orch VVIP).
Para sa karagdagang impormasyon at mga update, bisitahin ang Fire and Ice PH sa Facebook.
(ROHN ROMULO)
Access to Medicines Summit 2024: Building Bridges to Build A Blueprint for Collaborative and Innovative Access to Medicines for a Future of Equitable Healthcare
− The summit convened more than 100 key stakeholders and 32 influential speakers from government sectors, private entities, academia, and medical advocacy groups across the region.
− The summit aimed to showcase successful efforts in improving access to medicines, foster collaboration opportunities, initiate the development of a roadmap for stronger access to medicines through collaborative health innovations, and advocated for policy changes and reforms to promote unbiased access to medicines across the region.
− The summit will catalyze commitment, policy advocacy guidelines and collective action towards transforming medicines accessibility across the region, ensuring that no one is left behind.
MANILA, Philippines, February 6, 2024 – In a world where 30% of the global population lacks regular access to essential medicines, the need for change is urgent.[i] Nowhere is this challenge more pronounced than in Southeast Asia, where individuals grapple with untreated illnesses due to limited access to medical care. It’s a stark reality that cannot be ignored. Imagine the power of government agencies, pharmaceutical companies, healthcare providers, researchers, NGOs, and patient advocacy groups coming together, united by a common goal: to improve the lives of millions by making essential medicines accessible to all. This holistic and inclusive approach is the key to transforming the landscape of healthcare in Southeast Asia. The Access to Medicines Summit 2024, held on February 6 and 7, 2024, at the Diamond Hotel Manila, Philippines, showcased a groundbreaking display of unity and determination for this cause. With the theme “Building Bridges. A Blueprint for Collaborative and Innovative Access to Medicines” this summit brought together the like-minded stakeholders and practices from across Southeast Asia to tackle the pressing issue of equitable access to medicines.
The summit focused on four key objectives. Firstly, it highlighted successful efforts of organizations in improving access to medicines, serving as examples for others to learn from. Secondly, it fostered collaboration opportunities, promoting collective impact in enhancing access to medicines. Thirdly, it initiated the development of a roadmap for stronger access to medicines through collaborative health innovations. Lastly, it advocated for policy changes and reforms to promote unbiased access to medicines across the region.
The Access to Medicines Summit 2024 witnessed the participation of more than 100 key stakeholders from the Philippines Department of Health, local government units, academia, healthcare industry, patient support groups, financial institutions, and medical societies. The summit also featured 32 influential speakers from various sectors and countries such as Malaysia and Vietnam, who shared their expertise and commitment to shaping thoughts and driving change across Southeast Asia.
Organized by Takeda Healthcare Philippines Inc. and RiseAboveNow Business Consulting Group, the summit commenced with a powerful keynote address from Dr. Teodoro J. Herbosa, Secretary of the Department of Health, Philippines. His recorded message resonated with urgency, setting the tone for the summit’s discussions and initiatives.
“I challenge us to formulate more transformative interventions that will provide better access to medicines especially (to) the vulnerable and poorest population. Utilize this summit to discuss and ask the hard questions,” he said.
“Today’s activities contribute to the ultimate fulfilment of Universal Healthcare where health equity is one of its guiding principles. Let’s continue to forge ahead with determination, innovation and compassion ensuring that no one is left behind in our pursuit for a healthier, more equitable society,” declared Health Secretary Dr. Teodoro J. Herbosa in his powerful speech.
Dr. Enrique A. Tayag, Undersecretary of Public Health and Cluster Lead of Public Health Services at the Department of Health, Philippines, led the first plenary session at the summit. He presented the 8-Point Action Agenda established by the Department of Health Philippines to improve the health of Filipinos. The session also featured discussions and presentations by other experts discussing the root causes of health disparities and strategies to improve access to medicines and patient care.
The day continued with Plenary Session Two, featuring speakers who shared initiatives and practical insights to empower attendees in their efforts to improve access to medicines. Michelle Erwee, Global Head of Access to Medicines, Growth and Emerging Markets at Takeda, provided a global perspective on Takeda’s initiatives, shedding light on the company’s commitment to addressing this critical issue. Ms. Daisy Cembrano, Healthcare Policy Director from the Pharmaceutical and Healthcare Association of the Philippines (PHAP), offered valuable insights into the efforts being made by its member companies to improve access to medicines in the Philippines. Meanwhile, the Honorable Mayor Benjamin Magalong of Baguio City shared the city’s commitment to addressing this important issue at the local level.
Michelle Erwee, Takeda’s Global Head of Access to Medicines, acknowledging the need for collective efforts, said “No single organization or group can fix all the problems that cause unequal access to medicines. As a leading biopharmaceutical company, we understand that we can help by making our medicines and vaccines more accessible to patients. This not only improves people’s lives but is also essential to long- term sustainable business growth.”
The final session of the day showcased research and development programs, demonstrating commitment to address unmet medical needs and access to innovative therapies. Participants engaged in discussions, strategizing ways to fortify healthcare infrastructure, establish sustainable supply chains, and strengthen healthcare systems in resource-limited settings. In summary, day one confronted the complexities of regulatory frameworks and navigated the delicate balance between incentivizing innovation and ensuring affordable access to medicines.
Day two of the summit will commence with the inauguration of the exhibition booths, marking the Opening Ceremonies for the Collaboration Hub. This hub serves as a platform for various exhibitors who are all working towards the common goal of advancing healthcare and improving access to medicines. Notable exhibitors include AVPN Asia, Cancer Coalition Philippines, Healthy Philippines Alliance, Hemophilia Advocates – Philippines, MedProjects Healthcare IT Solutions, Philippine Society of Pharmacists Vaccinators, Pilipinas Shell Foundation with their PROTECT Project, PASYENTE Project from the University of the Philippines, the Pharmaceutical Healthcare Association of the Philippines and Takeda Healthcare Philippines Inc. These exhibitors represent a wide range of causes, including social investing, cancer advocacy, healthcare technology, corporate contributions, academic endeavors, and industry insights.
Closing the summit through two distinct breakout sessions, participants discuss the next steps in crafting a blueprint and policy advocacy guidelines that will empower both public and private entities throughout Southeast Asia to overcome the challenges hindering access to medicines. These blueprints have the potential to transform the approach to medicines accessibility across the region, so no one is left behind.
The Access to Medicines Summit 2024 impact is expected to extend far beyond its conclusion, as participants carry forward the shared vision of a future where access to life-saving medicines is a reality for all.
Key Executives of Takeda and Cong. Jude Acidre present at the Access to Medicines Summit 2024. From left to right: Michelle Erwee, Global Head of Access to Medicines, Growth and Emerging Markets, Loreann Villanueva, Country Manager, Takeda Health Care Philippines Inc. , Cong. Jude Acidre, Dion Warren, Takeda’s Head of India and Southeast Asia, Growth and Emerging Markets.
Leaders from the healthcare industry, patient groups, private sectors, the Local and the National Government convene to bridge the healthcare gap at the 2024 Access to Medicines Summit.
Dion Warren, Head of I-SEA, Growth & Emerging Markets, urged stakeholders at the Access to Medicines Summit 2024 to identify tangible roadmaps that can dismantle barriers to access essential medicines.
Ilang opisyal ng DOTr sinampahan ng reklamo sa Ombudsman ng Manibela
NAGHAIN ng reklamo sa Office of the Ombudsman laban sa mga opisyal ng Department of Transportation (DOTr) ang transport group na Manibela.
May kinalaman ito sa revocation ng kanilang prankisa ng mga hindi nakasali sa consolidation program ng mga public utility vehicles (PUV).
Ang mga sinampahan ay pinangunahan nina DOTr Secretary Jaime Bautista, Office of Transport Cooperatives (OTC) chairperson Ferdinand Ortega, atLand Transportation Franchising and Regulatory Board (LTFRB) chairperson Teofilo Guadiz III.
Sinabi ni Manibela President Mar Valbuena na ang mga opisyal ay lumabag sa konstitusyon at Anti-Graft and Corrupt Practices Act dahil sa pagsusulong ng PUV Modernization program.
Nanawagan din ito ng pagsampa ng kasong kriminal at ang kanilang preventive suspension.
Hinihintay pa ni Bautista ang kopya ng reklamo mula sa Ombudsman at handa aniya nito ng sagutin ang anumang paratang.
Pagtitiyak niya na ang sumasang-ayon sa konstitusyon ang mga isinusulong nilang PUV Modernization Program. (Daris Jose)