Department of Budget and Management (DBM) Secretary Amenah Pangandaman has announced that the government is prepared to leverage the PHP15.5 billion balance in the National […]
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Philippines Leads in Crisis Response: Signs Rapid Response Option Agreement with World Bank
Finance Secretary Ralph G. Recto has positioned the Philippines as a leader in crisis and disaster response by signing the Rapid Response Option (RRO) agreement […]
Makati City and Japanese NGO Collaborate on Risk-Reduction Project
The local government of Makati City has joined forces with a Japanese non-governmental organization (NGO) for a comprehensive two-day training on creative disaster risk reduction […]
Asia Development Bank’s Commitment to Philippines: Digitalization, Human Capital, and Disaster Preparedness
The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has pledged support to the Philippines in advancing digitalization, human capital development, and disaster preparedness through a comprehensive Country Partnership […]
Mount Ruang Eruption Impact: Damage to Homes and Public Infrastructure in Sitaro Islands District
Indonesia’s Mount Ruang, a volcano in Sitaro Islands District, North Sulawesi, recently experienced a significant eruption that damaged hundreds of houses and several public facilities. […]
DILG-NCR Collaborates with National Agencies to Strengthen Disaster Resilience
The Department of the Interior and Local Government-National Capital Region (DILG-NCR) has collaborated with various national agencies to bolster disaster resilience across Metro Manila. This […]
Manila Mayor Urges Barangays to Prioritize Fire Safety Education and Disaster Preparedness
In response to a series of significant fires in Manila, Mayor Honey Lacuna has taken decisive action to enhance fire safety measures and educate residents […]
European Court Finds Switzerland Guilty of Human Rights Violations in Response to Climate Crisis
In a landmark ruling, the European Court of Human Rights (ECHR) found Switzerland’s government in violation of human rights due to its inadequate response to […]
DSWD and UNICEF Partner to Strengthen Social Protection for Children in Emergencies
In a significant move towards enhancing disaster response and social protection, the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) and the United Nations Children’s Fund […]