Here are a few highlights of “The 2011 Survey on Good Local Governance,” a new SWS publication released at the Oct. 10 conference celebrating the 20
Read MoreThis is a re-posted opinion piece. I have been in Bongao, Tawi-Tawi, since Sunday, having conversations with ARMM provincial officers, local governme
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Read MoreA STIMULUS PACKAGE expected to allow the government to meet this year’s growth goals will be unveiled today and will include funding for various inf
Read MorePeople from Mindanao have long complained about not receiving their rightful share of the national budget, blaming this for the erstwhile Land of Pr
Read MoreThis is a re-posted press release. Senator Edgardo J. Angara said that the passage of a cybercrime bill will enhance e-governance initiatives in the
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Read MoreMANILA, Philippines - With the increasing efficiency and reliability in communications technology, Aurora Rep. Juan Edgardo Angara pushed yesterday
Read MoreThis is an article repost. MANILA, Philippines - President Aquino has signed an administrative order that will require all government agencies – from
Read MoreThis is an article repost. MANILA, Philippines—As part of the country’s efforts to move up the global competitiveness ladder, the Department of Inter
Read MoreThis is an article repost. NATIONAL AND local government partnerships, combined with civil society participation, will ensure an effective disaster r
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