“As long as the national government is needed, we will be here. We are not leaving.”

Ito ang tiniyak ni Pangulong Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. sa kanyang talumpati matapos ang situation briefing sa Cebu Provincial Capitol nitong Biyernes.

Tiniyak ng Pangulo na hindi iiwan ng pamahalaan ang mga pamilyang sinalanta ng bagyo hanggang sa sila ay ganap na makabangon.

“We will be helping the families of those na naging casualty. We will help them back on their feet and do what we can to make up for the loss that they have suffered,” ayon sa Pangulo.

“I made the same promise to Cebu, your Governor and your Mayor, that as long as the government is needed, we will be here. We are not leaving,” dagdag pa ng Pangulo.

Nagpaabot din ng taos-pusong pakikiramay si Pangulong Marcos sa mga pamilyang nawalan ng mahal sa buhay at tiniyak na patuloy silang tutulungan ng pamahalaan sa kanilang pagbangon.

Bago ang naturang briefing, bumisita ang Pangulo sa Bayan ng Liloan at Lungsod ng Talisay upang personal na silipin ang isinasagawang relief at recovery operations ng iba’t-iibang ahensya ng pamahalaan.

Ayon kay PBBM, bukod sa pamamahagi ng pagkain, tubig, at iba pang pangunahing pangangailangan, magbibigay din ng tulong pinansyal sa mga pamilyang napinsala ang mga bahay.

“Ang binibigay natin ngayon ay PhP5,000 para sa mga may partially damaged na bahay, at PhP10,000 naman para sa mga completely damaged na bahay, upang mayroon silang magamit sa muling pagpapatayo ng kanilang tahanan,” paliwanag ng Pangulo.

Kasabay nito, nagpadala rin ang pamahalaan ng mga medical team upang magamot ang mga nasugatan at maiwasan ang pagkalat ng sakit sa mga evacuation center.

Ipinaliwanag ng Pangulo na ang pangunahing pinsala ng bagyo ay dulot ng matinding pagbaha, hindi ng malalakas na hangin.

Nasira ang ilang flood control structures gaya ng mga dike at harang sa tubig dahil sa dami ng ulang bumuhos.

Tinalakay rin ni Pangulong Marcos ang plano ng pamahalaan hinggil sa relokasyon ng mga pamilyang nakatira sa mga no-build zone.

Nakikipag-ugnayan na aniya ang pamahalaan sa mga lokal na pamahalaan upang matukoy ang ligtas na lilipatan at mabigyan ng pansamantalang tirahan ang mga hindi pa makababalik sa kanilang mga tahanan.

Samantala, pinaalalahanan ng Pangulo ang mga lokal na opisyal na manatiling alerto at handa, kahit na hindi direktang tatamaan ng paparating na sama ng panahon ang Visayas region.

“Sa tingin namin, hindi naman dadaan yata dito sa Visayas, pero mag-ingat pa rin lahat. At hindi natin alam dahil kami kung minsan lumilipat.Kami naman nayon, Northern Luzon and Central Luzon ang nag-aabang para dito sa Uwan na parating,’ayon kay Pangulong Marcos.

Ang Severe Tropical Storm Fung-wong, na papangalanang Uwan sa bansa, ay inaasahang papasok sa Philippine Area of Responsibility (PAR) pagsapit ng hatinggabi ng Biyernes o maagang Sabado ng umaga. | PND

“I salute you with the respect of a comrade and the faith of a Commander-in-Chief.”

President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. on Friday cited the bravery of the Philippine Marines in fulfilling their duties to the Filipino people and the country, pledging continued government support to strengthen their capabilities.

In his speech at the 75th Philippine Marines “birthday celebrations” held at the Gallio Events Hall in Parañaque, the Commander-in-Chief vowed that the government will continue to provide the Philippine Marines with all the necessary modern tools to fulfill its mission.

“Under my watch, we will continue to provide you the means to match the mandate that you bear,” President Marcos said.

Amidst every challenge, the Marines’ strength and determination are part of the pillars of the country’s recovery, President Marcos said.

“Courage is your heartbeat. When others hesitate, you step forward. You are among the first to fight, you are the last to rest,” the President said.

“Dala ninyo ang diwa ng Karangalan, Katungkulan, at Kabayanihan—mga haliging hindi natitinag ng panahon,” the Chief Executive added.

Despite the danger that shadows the Marines’ mission, they gallantly step forward, fully aware of the risks they face, yet they never falter, President Marcos said.

But bravery alone cannot meet the challenges of the modern world, the President said.

A Marine who answers the call must never face tomorrow with yesterday’s tools, the President added.

“Be assured that the government is prioritizing the modernization of your combat capabilities, investing in establishing strategic bases, revitalizing our Self-Reliant Defense Posture Program, and strengthening maritime domain awareness,” the Chief Executive said.

Most importantly, the government is committed to maintaining the morale and welfare of the troops, marine personnel, and their families, the President assured.

“Nais kong gamitin ang pagkakataong ito upang magpasalamat sa inyong mga asawa, mga anak, at magulang na patuloy na nagbibigay ng lakas at inspirasyon sa ating mga kawal,” President Marcos said.

“Alam namin na lagi kayong nag-aalala sa kaligtasan ng inyong mga mahal sa buhay,” the President said.

But despite this, the Marines’ families continue to pray and fulfill their duties to the country, President Marcos said.

“Kaya naman sinisiguro ng inyong gobyerno na patuloy ang suporta, kalinga, serbisyong nararapat para sa bawat Marine at kanilang pamilya,”the Chief Executive said.

“And of course, to every active Marine, every retiree, every civilian support who has been steadfast through peace and peril alike: You have the nation’s deepest gratitude,” President Marcos said.

The President also thanked them for choosing this noble cause of service.

“Know I always stand with you. You have my full trust and confidence. As a proud member of the Marine Basic Officer Course Class of 01-79 who has marched and endured among you— I salute you with the respect of a comrade and the faith of a Commander-in-Chief,” President Marcos added. | PND

President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. on Friday honored the Philippine Marines on their 75th anniversary, recognizing their decades of courage, dedication, and unwavering commitment to national service.

“We gather here today to celebrate 75 years of valor, devotion, and the unyielding spirit of service that define the Philippine Marine Corps,” President Marcos said in his speech at the 75th Marine Birthday Celebrations held at the Gallio Events Hall in Paranaque.

“From a small volunteer contingent to today’s modern archipelagic coastal defense force, you have built a legacy of duty and conviction,” President Marcos said.

“Through countless dawns and dusks, you have stood guard over our shores and our lands—defending, responding, and rebuilding when duty calls,” the Commander-in-Chief added.

“Marines with wet and sandy boots lifting a child to safety, carrying relief supplies, restoring hope where it is needed most,” the President said. “These are the scenes that remind us of how courage and compassion can move us in the service of our people.”

The Commander-in-Chief said the Philippine Marines have acted swiftly in disaster response operations in Palawan following the recent onslaught of Typhoon Tino.

To support these efforts, the President has declared a state of national calamity, ensuring that all government resources are mobilized for the immediate relief and recovery of the people and the nation.

President Marcos said that, even as recovery continues, the government is already being called upon to prepare — this time for the approach of another typhoon, potentially stronger than the last.

“Thus, we will once again rely on your readiness, your discipline, and your heart for service as we brace for the upcoming weather and the typhoons,” the President told the Philippine Marines.

President Marcos also urged the Marines to continue helping the country secure its coasts, protect its people, and rebuild its communities.

“Magtulungan tayo na masiguro na ang buong lakas ng gobyerno ay kumikilos nang mabilis. Tiyakin din natin ang agarang pagtugon at maagap na paghahanda,” the President said.

During the celebration, a traditional cake-cutting ceremony was led by Maj. Gen. Vicente Mark Anthony Blanco III, Commandant of the Philippine Marine Corps (CPMC). As part of the custom, Maj. Gen. Blanco took the first bite of the cake — a symbolic gesture signifying unity, camaraderie, and the shared triumphs of the Marine Corps.

The second slice was offered to President Marcos as a symbol of the corps’ continuing dedication to the Republic of the Philippines.

The third slice was offered to the National Defense Secretary Gilberto Teodoro, represented by Undersecretary Angelito M. De Leon, as a symbol of continuous dedication to defending the nation. | PND

“As long as the national government is needed, we will be here. We are not leaving.”

President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. on Friday committed the national government’s full and continued support for the people of Cebu following the devastation caused by Typhoon Tino.

Speaking after the situation briefing at the Cebu Provincial Capitol, President Marcos said the national government will not leave until families affected by the typhoon are back on their feet.

“We will be helping the families of those na naging casualty. We will help them to recover, put them back on their feet and do what we can to make up for the loss that they have suffered,” the President said.

“I made the same promise to Cebu, your Governor and your Mayor, that as long as the government, the national government is needed, we will be here. We are not leaving,” President Marcos added.

The President expressed his deep sorrow over the loss of lives, assuring affected families that the government will continue to assist them in recovering from the disaster.

Prior to the situation briefing, the Chief Executive visited the Municipality of Liloan and the City of Talisay to oversee the relief and recovery efforts being conducted by various government agencies.

President Marcos said aside from providing the essential needs such as food and water to displaced families, the government will also extend financial assistance to those whose homes were damaged.

“Ang binibigay natin ngayon, 5,000 para sa mga partially damaged na bahay at 10,000 para sa completely damaged na bahay. Para mayroon silang magamit para makapagtayo na naman sila ulit ng bahay,” the President said.

Presiden Marcos added that medical teams have also been deployed to treat injuries and prevent disease outbreaks in evacuation centers.

The President noted that the primary damage from the typhoon came from severe flooding rather than strong winds. He said the existing flood control structures, such as dikes and protective barriers, were damaged by the volume of rainfall.

President Marcos also discussed the government’s relocation plans for families living in no-build zones. He said coordination with local government units (LGUs) is ongoing to identify safe relocation sites and provide temporary shelters for those who cannot return to their homes yet.

Meanwhile, the President reminded local officials to remain vigilant and prepared, even though the incoming weather disturbance is not expected to directly affect the Visayas region.

“Sa tingin namin, hindi naman yata dadaan dito sa Visayas pero mag-ingat pa rin lahat. At hindi natin alam dahil kami kung minsan lumilipat. Kami naman ngayon, Northern Luzon and Central Luzon ang nag-aabang para dito sa Uwan na parating,” President Marcos said.

Severe Tropical Storm Fung-wong is expected to enter the Philippine Area of Responsibility (PAR) by Friday midnight or early Saturday morning. It will be called Uwan locally. | PND

President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. visited on Friday the wake of fallen Philippine Air Force (PAF) personnel who died in a helicopter crash in Agusan Del Sur on November 4.

During his visit at Villamor Air Base in Pasay City, President Marcos extended his deepest sympathies to the families of the PAF personnel who died in the line of duty and service to the nation.

The Commander-in-Chief offered prayers and paid tribute to the courage and dedication of the PAF personnel, recognizing their ultimate sacrifice for the Filipino people.

President Marcos was received by Major Gen. Pablo E. Rustria, PAF acting vice commander, along with other senior PAF officers.

According to PAF, the helicopter crash happened while the six PAF personnel were conducting Rapid Damage Assessment and Needs Analysis (RDANA) operations in the aftermath of Typhoon Tino.

In a Palace briefing on Wednesday, Presidential Communications Office Undersecretary and Palace Press Officer Claire Castro said President Marcos had ordered immediate assistance and support for the families of the victims.

The PAF confirmed in a statement on Tuesday that one of its Super Huey helicopters encountered a mishap near the vicinity of the 60th Infantry Battalion in Agusan del Sur. | PND

The Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) assured on Friday that there is a sufficient supply of relief assistance for families affected by Typhoon Tino in Cebu province.

DSWD Secretary Rex Gatchalian gave the assurance during President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr.’s visit to Tiltilon Elementary School in Barangay Cotcot, Liloan, on Friday.

“Our supply is more than enough. We have a repacking center in Cebu. Tuloy-tuloy ang pag-repack. May stockpile na pero tuloy-tuloy pa din,” Gatchalian said.

Hundreds of families are currently staying in various evacuation centers in Liloan, one of the areas most heavily affected by the typhoon.

The DSWD secretary said the DSWD has already distributed a total of 69,000 family food packs to various local government units (LGUs), including the hardest-hit cities such as Cebu City, Mandaue, and Talisay.

The DSWD aims to distribute 200,000 family food packs to LGUs by Saturday.

“So, we assure all the local government units we will continue to augment para mabigay sa mga naging biktima,” Gatchalian said.

Aside from family food packs, the DSWD will also provide cash assistance to families with totally or partially damaged homes, depending on the results of the agency’s assessment.

Gatchalian said the DSWD currently maintains a stockpile of two million family food packs, prepositioned in strategic warehouses nationwide, to ensure a rapid disaster response.

Apart from his visit to Liloan, President Marcos also visited the Talisay Sports Academy Center in Talisay City, which currently serves as an evacuation center for 276 families, or 1,110 individuals.

The President likewise inspected the Mananga Bridge in Talisay City to assess the extent of the typhoon’s damage.

The bridge, constructed in 1983, serves as a vital link along the Cebu South Coastal Road, facilitating traffic between southern Cebu and the surrounding areas.

One lane of the bridge remains impassable due to cracks and other damage caused by flooding. | PND

Binisita ni Pangulong Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. ang Bayan ng Liloan, Cebu nitong Biyernes upang personal na pangasiwaan ang relief at recovery operation matapos ang pananalasa ng Bagyong Tino.

Isa ang Liloan sa mga lugar na matinding napinsala ng bagyo, kung saan maraming nasawi at nasirang mga ari-arian.

Pumunta ang Pangulo sa Tiltilon Elementary School sa Barangay Cotcot, na kasalukuyang nagsisilbing evacuation center para sa 126 na pamilya o kabuuang 509 na indibidwal.

Sa kanyang pagbisita, namahagi si Pangulong Marcos ng family food packs, health kits, hygiene kits, at sleeping kits mula sa Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD). Nagbigay rin ang DSWD ng mainit na pagkain sa mga evacuee na nanunuluyan sa paaralan.

Upang matiyak ang kaligtasan at kalusugan ng mga evacuee, nagsasagawa ang Department of Health (DOH)–Central Visayas ng mabilisang health assessment sa evacuation center.

Ayon kay DOH-Central Visayas Development Management Officer Rolly Villarin, nagbibigay rin ang DOH ng libreng konsultasyong medikal at mga pangunahing gamot, kabilang ang maintenance medicines, antibiotics, doxycycline para sa pag-iwas sa leptospirosis, at anti-tetanus vaccines para sa mga may sugat.

Dagdag pa niya, isinasagawa rin ang regular na pagbabakuna sa mga bata upang maiwasan ang posibleng pagkalat ng mga sakit.

Sinabi rin ni Villarin na nagsasagawa ang DOH ng Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene (WASH) assessments upang matiyak na ligtas ang tubig sa evacuation center para sa pag-inom at iba pang gamit.

Minomonitor din ng kagawaran ang kalagayan ng mga bata, buntis, at mga ina na nagpapadede upang matiyak na sapat ang kanilang nutrisyon at may sapat na suplay ng gatas para sa mga sanggol.

Matapos ang pagbisita sa Liloan, nagtungo si Pangulong Marcos sa Talisay Sports Academy sa Lungsod ng Talisay, kung saan siya rin ay namahagi ng tulong sa mga apektadong residente. | PND

President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. visited the Municipality of Liloan, Cebu, on Friday to personally oversee relief and recovery operations following Typhoon Tino.

Liloan is among the areas most severely affected by the typhoon, with numerous casualties and widespread damage reported.

The President visited Tiltilon Elementary School in Barangay Cotcot, which is currently serving as an evacuation center for 126 families, or 509 individuals.

During his visit, President Marcos distributed family food packs, health kits, hygiene kits, and sleeping kits from the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD). The DSWD also provided hot meals to evacuees staying at the school.

To ensure the safety and well-being of evacuees, the Department of Health (DOH)- Central Visayas is conducting a rapid health assessment in the evacuation center.

According to DOH-Central Visayas Development Management Officer Rolly Villarin, the DOH is providing free medical consultations and essential medicines, including maintenance medications, antibiotics, doxycycline for leptospirosis prevention, and anti-tetanus vaccines for individuals with injuries.

He added that routine vaccinations for children are also being administered to prevent potential outbreaks of diseases.

Villarin also said that the DOH is conducting Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene (WASH) assessments to ensure that the water in the evacuation center is safe for both drinking and utility purposes.

The DOH also monitors the condition of children, pregnant women, and nursing mothers in the evacuation center to ensure they receive adequate nutrition, including a sufficient supply of breast milk for babies.

After his visit to Liloan, President Marcos proceeded to the Talisay Sports Academy in Talisay City, where he also distributed aid to affected residents. | PND

Taguig City – Nobyembre 7, 2025 – Pinuri ni Pangulong Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. ang pagpasok ng Maynilad Water Services, Inc. sa Philippine Stock Exchange (PSE). Aniya, ito ay malaking tagumpay para sa sektor ng tubig, stock market, at ekonomiya ng bansa.

Sa kanyang talumpati sa seremonya ng Initial Public Offering (IPO) Listing ng Maynilad, sinabi ng Pangulo na ang hakbang na ito ay nagpapakita ng lumalaking tiwala sa merkado ng Pilipinas at nagpapatibay sa magandang samahan ng gobyerno at pribadong sektor sa pagbibigay ng mahahalagang serbisyo.

Ang Maynilad ay naglilingkod sa West Zone ng Metro Manila at nakakatulong sa milyun-milyong Pilipino.

“We mark today a milestone for our country’s water sector, our stock market, and for our economy. The listing of Maynilad Water Services on the Philippine Stock Exchange is a sign of confidence in our markets and in our people,” President Marcos said.

Dagdag pa niya, sa pamamagitan ng IPO, mas magiging bukas at responsable ang Maynilad, na magpapalakas sa tiwala ng mga mamumuhunan at makakatulong sa pagpapalawak ng capital markets ng bansa.

Ayon sa Pangulo, ang IPO ng Maynilad ay hihikayat ng mas maraming mamumuhunan habang isinusulong ang transparency at responsableng paggamit ng likas-yaman.

Nakakatulong din ito sa water security at sustainability sa pamamagitan ng pagpapalawak ng serbisyo ng tubig at sanitation ng Maynilad.

“So truly, Maynilad’s public listing signals what I have been telling the world: that the Philippines is open, ready, and eager to do business with you,” dagdag pa ng Pangulo.

Ipinunto rin ni Pangulong Marcos ang ilang programa ng Maynilad para sa sustainability, kabilang ang climate-resilient water system, pamumuhunan sa renewable energy at waste management, at pangangalaga sa mga watershed — lahat ay kaparehong layunin ng administrasyon na bumuo ng ekonomiyang matatag at may gabay ng mabuting pamamahala.

Tiniyak din ng Pangulo ang patuloy na suporta ng pamahalaan sa Maynilad habang ito ay pumapasok sa bagong yugto ng pagseserbisyo, at pinaalalahanan ang kumpanya na manatiling nakatuon sa kapakanan ng sambayanan.

“To our partners in Maynilad, never lose sight of the people you serve. Be assured the government is always in support of your initiatives, especially now that you have entered this new phase in your service,” the President said.

Ang IPO ng Maynilad ay inaasahang magiging pinakamalaking listing sa bansa para sa taong 2025 at itinuturing na pangalawang pinakamalaking IPO sa Pilipinas. | PND

President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. on Friday hailed the public listing of Maynilad Water Services, Inc., which allows investors to own shares of the company, as a significant milestone for the country’s water sector, stock market, and overall economy.

In his speech during the Maynilad Water Services, Inc. Initial Public Offering (IPO) Listing Ceremony at the Philippine Stock Exchange in Taguig City, President Marcos said Maynilad’s listing reflects the growing confidence in the Philippine market and underscores the great partnership between public and private entities in providing essential services.

Maynilad currently serves the West Zone of the Greater Metro Manila, benefitting millions of Filipinos.

“We mark today a milestone for our country’s water sector, our stock market, and for our economy. The listing of Maynilad Water Services on the Philippine Stock Exchange is a sign of confidence in our markets and in our people,” President Marcos said.

The President added that with its IPO, Maynilad opens itself to scrutiny and accountability, which strengthens investor trust and helps expand the country’s capital markets.

According to the President, Maynilad’s IPO encourages more investors while promoting transparency and responsible management of water resources.

The listing contributes to water security and sustainability through Maynilad’s role in improving water access and sanitation.

“So truly, Maynilad’s public listing signals what I have been telling the world: that the Philippines is open, ready, and eager to do business with you,” the President said.

President Marcos also highlighted some of the Maynilad’s sustainability programs, including a climate-resilient water system, investments in renewable energy and waste management, and watershed protection, which all aligned with the administration’s goal of building an adaptive economy guided by good governance.

The President likewise assured Maynilad of government support as they enter its new phase of service and remind them to remain focused on serving the people.

“To our partners in Maynilad, never lose sight of the people you serve. Be assured the government is always in support of your initiatives, especially now that you have entered this new phase in your service,” the President said.

Maynilad’s IPO is considered to be the largest listing in 2025 and the second largest IPO in the Philippines. | PND