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As part of the post Provincial Women’s Month celebration, an activity dubbed as Serbisyong Pangkalusugan para sa Kababaihan was successfully conducted through the initiative of the Office of the Provincial Social Welfare and Development Officer (OPSWDO) in partnership with the Provincial Council for Women (PCW). The medical caravan were held on May 6 in Maragondon; May 7 in Naic; May 8 in Ternate; May 23 in Tagaytay City; and May 24 in the City of General Trias.
Thousands of women from various sectors across the province benefited from the free medical services, which included blood chemistry, electrocardiogram (ECG), chest X-ray, and eye check-up. These services were rendered by Health Bridge Medical Services, Inc.
The activity aimed to promote the importance of women’s health and well-being, providing accessible medical care and encouraging preventive health practices among women, especially those in far-flung areas.
This initiative is a testament to the continued efforts of the Provincial Government of Cavite through the OPSWDO, and the PCW, to recognize and support the vital role of women in society by ensuring that their health needs are addressed.
Through programs like these, women are empowered to take charge of their health and are reminded of their significance as pillars of strong families and communities.— OPIO
In a dazzling celebration of faith and Filipino heritage, the Provincial Government of Cavite (PGC) staged the Santacruzan 2025 on May 26 at the New Capitol Building in Trece Martires City. Spearheaded by the Workplace Organization Committee, the event was part of the Monthly Theme celebration, aiming to foster unity, cultural appreciation, and spiritual reflection among PGC employees.
The iconic Filipino religious-cultural tradition came to life as various PGC participate with representatives dressed in glamorous gowns, embodying the grace and elegance of the “Reynas” they portrayed. The event featured a grand parade of Reynas, each symbolizing virtues and biblical characters, such as Reyna Elena, Reyna Delos Flores, Reyna Emperatriz, and Reyna De Las Virgenes, among others. They gracefully walked through the aisles of the Provincial Capitol and offered flowers to the image of the Blessed Virgin Mary, a solemn act symbolizing devotion and reverence.
Another highlight of the event was the Bara Alta turnover ceremony, a cherished tradition signifying the passing of leadership and commitment. Ms. Emily Rivera of the Office of the Provincial Health Officer (OPHO), who served as Hermana Mayor 2025, formally handed over the responsibilities to Ms. Imelda Dimaranan of the Cavite Municipal Hospital (CMH), the designated Hermana Mayor 2026. The turnover signified the continuation of dedication to faith-based and cultural activities within the workplace.
The program was graced by inspiring messages from Mr. Ferdinand A. Belamide, OPGSO Head and WOC Chairperson, Atty. Rodolfo D. Uy III, Provincial Administrator, Board Member Chelsea Jilian G. Sarno, SK Federation President and the Reyna Elena 2025, and Ms. Michelle F. Alcid, Quality Management Representative and Pasada Hermana 2018. They commend the efforts of all participants and organizers. They emphasized the importance of keeping cultural and religious traditions alive within government institutions, as a way to not only uplift the spirit of public service but also to strengthen camaraderie and unity among employees.
The celebration concluded with a spirit of joy and reflection, as the PGC community came together to honor both cultural identity and shared values. Santacruzan 2025 was a beautiful reminder of how traditions can thrive even in professional spaces, inspiring devotion, pride, and a deeper connection to Filipino roots. — OPIO
Camp BGen. Pantaleon Garcia, Imus City, Cavite – In line with the nationwide observance of National Flag Day, the Cavite Police Provincial Office conducted a Simultaneous Flag Raising Ceremony on May 28, 2025, at 8:00 AM in front of the Administration Building, Camp BGen. Pantaleon Garcia, Imus City.
All personnel from the Provincial Headquarters gathered to honor the Philippine national flag, which was first unfurled on May 28, 1898, following the Filipino victory at the historic Battle of Alapan in Cavite. The ceremony emphasized the enduring significance of the flag as a symbol of freedom, courage, and unity.
The event also marked the beginning of the Flag Days period, observed annually from May 28 to June 12 (Independence Day). During this time, Filipinos are encouraged to proudly display the national flag in homes, offices, and public places as an expression of patriotism.
Through this simple yet meaningful ceremony, the Cavite PPO reaffirms its dedication to upholding the ideals represented by the Philippine flag and to inspiring pride and respect for our national identity.
Senator Loren Legarda delivered the keynote address at the DFA Ocean Talk: The 2015 Manila Call to Action, Charting Philippine Ocean-Climate Policy Towards the 2025 UN Ocean Conference (UNOC3) held on Tuesday, 27 May 2025, at the National Museum of Fine Arts, Manila.
Organized by the Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) with the invaluable support of Legarda, the event was held in partnership with the Embassy of France to the Philippines and to Micronesia, the Intramuros Administration, and Liter of Light.
A decade after launching the Manila Call to Action on Climate Change alongside then-President Benigno Aquino III and French President François Hollande, Legarda returned to lead its reaffirmation—reasserting the Philippines’ commitment to ocean and climate leadership ahead of UNOC3 in Nice, France, from 9 to 13 June 2025.
“The Manila Call to Action is no longer just a call but a commitment, built on decades of science, law, diplomacy, and the lived realities of our people,” said Legarda.
“The Philippines will continue to lead, not from a place of power, but from a place of purpose. Because we know that the ocean is not just a resource, it is our history, our heritage, our home.”
Legarda underscored alarming projections, including potential losses of up to 90% of global coral reefs by 2050, the displacement of up to 13 million Filipinos due to sea-level rise under a high-emissions scenario, and a 50% decline in fish biomass in Philippines’ exclusive economic zone, all of which threaten food security, livelihoods, and biodiversity.
The four-term senator called for protecting the ocean not merely as a resource, but as a rights-based imperative. The Philippines has made significant strides, including ratifying the Paris Agreement with ambitious nationally determined contributions (NDCs), supporting the Global Ocean Alliance and the High Ambition Coalition for Nature and People, and championing the International Tribunal for the Law of the Sea’s Advisory Opinion.
Most recently, the 100 Days for the Ocean campaign, launched in partnership with the DFA and the Climate Change Commission, mobilized public awareness and political momentum around ocean protection and climate action.
Legarda has championed the country’s landmark environmental laws, such as the Climate Change Act, Clean Air Act, Clean Water Act, Ecological Solid Waste Management Act, People’s Survival Fund Act, and the Philippine Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Act.
In a bid to develop more appropriate solutions tailor fitted to stakeholder needs, the Department of Science and Technology (DOST) Region 02, in partnership with academic institutions and innovation stakeholders, officially launched Hack4Resilience 2025: AI and Big Data for Disaster Risk Reduction Management May 21, 2025 at Mango Suites Hotel, Cauayan City, Isabela.
The initiative gathers researchers and local leaders to co-create innovative, data-driven solutions for disaster resilience in one of the country’s most hazard-prone regions.
Organized by DOST Region 02 through the DOST-ISU Smart City (DISC) TBI, Hack4Resilience opens a region-wide hackathon focused on harnessing Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Big Data to strengthen local disaster preparedness and response.
It promotes homegrown science and technology as essential tools in addressing regional challenges.
In his keynote address, DOST Secretary Dr. Renato U. Solidum Jr. emphasized the role of science and community engagement in building disaster-resilient societies.
“We need systems that reach the farthest, most disadvantaged communities—early warnings via basic phones, AI-powered forecasts for farmers, multilingual chatbots, and barangay-level dashboards that enable swift action,” he said.
“Fall in love with the problem, not your solutions, identify stakeholder needs,” he further added.
From numerous applicants, 10 teams were selected to pitch technologies addressing flood monitoring, emergency communication, evacuation analytics, and localized disaster information systems.
Each team presented before a panel of evaluators from the Office of Civil Defense (OCD) Region 02 , Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT) Region 02 and Advanced Science and Technology Institute (DOST-ASTI). Projects will be assessed based on scientific rigor, community relevance, sustainability, and scalability.
The winning team will be given 50,000 pesos cash prize and earn an incubation opportunity through Startup THRiVE, DOST’s Technology Business Incubator hosted at ISU–Cauayan.
2nd and 3rd place will be given 30,000 pesos and 20,000 pesos, respectively.
Also present at the launch were DOST Undersecretary Engr. Sancho Mabborang, RD Virginia G. Bilgera, Dr. Nancy Bantog (DOST-CAR), DICT RD Dr. Pinky Jimenez, OCD Mr. Ronald L. Villa, ISU President Dr. Boyet Batang, CSU VP Dr. Junel B. Guzman, JCI National Executive VP Atty. Patrick Maglinao, and ISU-BIRD-C Director Dr. Betchie C. Aguinaldo.
The program offers technical mentorship, business development support, and access to funding to help bring the solution from prototype to implementation.
Hack4Resilience 2025 is not just a competition but part of a broader push toward technological sovereignty and science-based governance. Moreover, the selected innovations will be supported through LGU partnerships, incubation, and policy integration, ensuring real-world application and long-term impact.
Region 02 continues to position itself as a leader in community-centered, data-driven disaster innovation, showcasing how local expertise and digital tools can transform risk into resilience.
The Department of Science and Technology (DOST), Isabela State University (ISU), and the City Government of Cauayan officially launched the 3rd International Smart City Exposition and Networking Engagement (iSCENE 2025) May 22, at the Isabela Convention Center (ICON), Cauayan City, Isabela setting in motion a dynamic three-day convergence of leaders, thinkers, and innovators dedicated to reshaping local governance through science and technology.
Anchored on the theme, “Innovation in Action: Empowering Smart and Sustainable Communities Through Government-Academe-Industry Collaboration”, iSCENE 2025 has grown into one of the country’s most significant platforms for showcasing transformative digital solutions tailored to Philippine communities.
The event opened by welcoming remarks from Mayor Caesar S. Dy Jr., who reaffirmed Cauayan City’s role as a model for people-first smart governance.
DOST Undersecretary Engr. Sancho A. Mabborang emphasized the importance of localizing science, technology, and innovation. “This is what iSCENE is all about: a space for dialogue, learning, and action, where we forge solutions that are not only innovative but practical, tangible, and impactful,” he stated.
Delivering the keynote address through a video message, DOST Secretary Dr. Renato U. Solidum Jr. highlighted the strategic role of iSCENE in nation-building and resilience:
“We are no longer just preparing for disasters—we are building systems that adapt, learn, and evolve. That’s the essence of iSCENE: a space where communities co-design their futures through data, collaboration, and science-based innovation.”
A ceremonial MOA signing was also conducted that marked strengthened commitments among DOST R02, ISU, CHED R02, PCCI North Luzon, and LGUs—including a notable partnership with LGU Narra, Palawan and DOST-MIMAROPA for the Smart Sustainable Communities Program (SSCP).
Moreover, message of support was delivered by leaders from DILG, DICT, CHED, DHSUD, Development Academy of the Philippines (DAP), Amazon Web Services, and other national and regional institutions.
The iSCENE 2025 will feature diverse activities, including: Hack4Resilience – A disaster tech hackathon utilizing AI and Big Data; MOCCOV Olympics – A mobile smart response challenge; RoboFusion – Robotics workshops and competitions; GridLock Games – The launch of locally developed eSports titles; Kathabi Fashion Show – Showcasing innovations in Philippine textiles; Technology Exhibits & Reverse Pitching – Highlighting scalable solutions in water, agriculture, health, and climate tech; Speaker Series – Capacity-building with ASEAN thought leaders and Smart and Sustainable Communities Awards – Honoring LGU-led innovation.
What began as a localized initiative in Cauayan City has now evolved into a national platform. iSCENE has catalyzed regional expos, accelerated LGU modernization, and inspired collaborative innovation across the country.
iSCENE event is not just about cities becoming smarter—it’s about making communities becoming stronger, more inclusive, and more resilient.
As iSCENE 2025 unfolds, one message echoes across all sessions: Innovation is no longer optional—it is imperative. And in Region 02, innovation is already in action.
Also present at the opening ceremonies were RD Virginia G. Bilgera, DOST CAR RD Dr. Nancy Bantog, DICT RD Dr. Pinky Jimenez, OCD Mr. Ronald L. Villa, ISU President Dr. Boyet Batang, DEPDev RD Dioniso C. Ledres, Jr, Area Vice President for North Luzon of PCCI, Atty. Maria Amalia Tiglao- Cayanan, Strategic Growth Leader, APJ Amazon Web Services (AWS), Mr. Samerr Puranik and DHSUD R02 OIC-RD Grave A. De Vera, Regional Line Agencies, Media, among others.
HINDI nakaligtas sa mga operatiba ng Carmona City Component Police Station ang isang Provincial Level Most Wanted Person matapos madakip kamakailan sa Malvar, Batangas.
Ang suspek na si alyas Boy, residente ng Tabing Ilat, Bayungan, Barangay Kaong, Silang, Cavite, ay nadakip dakong alas-2:15 ng hapon nitong Mayo 27 sa Barangay San Isidro, Malvar.
Inaresto ang suspek sa bisa ng warrant of arrest na inisyu ng Regional Trial Court, Branch 89, Bacoor City, Cavite, noong Setyembre 27, 2022.
Kaugnay ito ng kasong paglabag sa Section 11, Article II ng Republic Act 9165 (Comprehensive Dangerous Drugs Act of 2002), na may rekomendadong piyansa na P120,000.00.
Isinagawa ang operasyon gamit ang dalawang Alternative Recording Devices (ARDs) alinsunod sa umiiral na patakaran ng PNP sa transparency at accountability.
ISANG kawatan na nanloob ng tahanan ang naaresto at nakuhanan pa ng iligal na droga at baril kamakailan sa Magallanes, Cavite.
Ang suspek na kinilalang si alyas Ariel, residente ng Barangay Daine, Indang, ay naaresto dakong alas-12:20 ng tanghali nitong Mayo 27 sa Barangay Tua, Magallanes.
Nauna rito, dakong alas-9:35 ng umaga ay pinasok at nilooban ng suspek ang isang bahay.
Ang natutulog na biktima ay nagising dahil sa ingay na nagmula sa kusina at naaktuhan ang suspek na nagnanakaw.
Mabilis na tumakas ang suspek sakay ng motorsiklo patungong Sitio Dalig subalit nadakip dahil sa maagap na paghabol ng mga barangay tanod.
Nabatid na kaagad ding naiulat sa pulisya ang naturang panloloob kaya nagsagawa ng pagresponde.
Sa harap ng mga barangay tanod at kinatawan ng media kasama ang mga tauhan ng Magallanes Municipal Police Station ay nakuha mula sa suspek ang halagang ₱375.00 sa iba’t ibang denominasyon at mga alahas na tinatayang nagkakahalaga ng ₱5,000.00; isang maliit na heat-sealed transparent plastic sachet na naglalaman ng hinihinalang shabu na may timbang na humigit-kumulang 0.03 gramo; isang Caliber .38 revolver na walang serial number at may limang bala.
TIKLO ang isang High Value Individual (HVI) sa buy bust operation na isinagawa ng mga awtoridad na nagresulta sa pagkakakumpiska sa kanya ng nasa P240K na halaga ng damo o marijuana kamakailan sa Bacoor City, Cavite.
Ang suspek na nakilalang si alyas Niño, residente ng Brgy. Talaba 4, Bacoor City, ay naaresto dakong 11:50 ng gabi nitong Mayo 26 sa Barangay Panapaan 1, ng naturang lungsod.
Sa pagkakaaresto sa suspek ay nakuha sa kanya ang apat na vacuum-sealed plastic packs ng pinatuyong dahon at tangkay ng hinihinalang marijuana fruiting tops na may tinatayang kabuuang timbang na 2,000 gramo at standard drug price na ₱240,000.00.
Ang matagumpay na operasyon ay mula sa magkasanib na puwersa ng Provincial Drug Enforcement Unit (PDEU) ng Cavite PPO, at Bacoor Component City Police Station.
Tumalima ang mga awtoridad sa PNP Operational Procedures, gamit ang Alternative Recording Device (ARD) bilang pagtiyak ng transparency at pagsunod sa karapatang pantao.
Naharap sa kasong paglabag sa Sections 5 at 11, Article II ng Republic Act 9165 (Comprehensive Dangerous Drugs Act of 2002) ang suspek.
Hinamon ni Senator Loren Legarda ang publiko na maging proactive sa disaster risk reduction upang mabawasan pa ang sakuna dulot ng climate change.
“We are at a crossroads where climate change and disasters threaten our very existence. Typhoons ravage communities, droughts cripple livelihoods, and data reveals alarming trends,” talumpati ni Legarda sa Asian Institute of Management (AIM) noong Huwebes, Mayo 22.
“The scorching heat is a sign that our planet is in distress.”
Pinangunahan ni Legarda ang paglulunsad at pagpirma ng isang memorandum of agreement para sa Sustainable Leadership Learning for Climate and Disaster Risk Reduction (SLL-CDRR) Scholarship Program.
Itinatag ang programa sa pakikipagtulungan sa Climate Change Commission (CCC) at AIM.
Target ng SLL-CDRR na magkaroon ng matinong lider na kayang tumugon sa climate disasters, pati na ang paglalatag ng kaalaman upang maging epektibo ang pagresponde rito.
Ito ay ipatutupad ng CCC katuwang ang AIM, sa ilalim ng Executive Master in Disaster Risk and Crisis Management (EMDRCM) program at Master of Science in Data Science (MSDS) program.
Magkakaroon ng 26 na iskolar para sa 2026 sa ilalim ng programang isunulong at sinusuportahan ni Legarda.
“Laws alone are not enough. We need you: planners, data scientists, advocates. We need you, the scholars who will bring resilience to the barangays, the data scientists who will turn analytics into action, the indigenous leaders who will bridge tradition and innovation,” a four-term senator.
“The pandemic taught us that crisis accelerates understanding. We will not return to normal. Normal was the problem. Instead, let’s build a Philippines that thrives—a nation of climate champions.”
Pinangunahan ni Legarda ang pagpasa sa ilang mahahalagang batas, pati na ilang kasunduan. Kabilang dito ay ang Ecological Solid Waste Management Act, Clean Air Act, Climate Change Act, People’s Survival Fund Act, Green Jobs Act, at Expanded National Integrated Protected Areas System Act.
Nanguna rin siya sa pagratipika ng Doha Amendment to the Kyoto Protocol, pati na ng Paris Agreement.
Sinimulan nang buuin ng pamahalaang lungsod ng Bacoor ang kanilang development plan bilang bahagi ng Smart City Masterplan.
Sa pakikipatulungan ng Korea Overseas Infrastructure & Urban Development Corporation (KIND), RMS, Dohwa, at Yonsei University, layon ng proyekto na maibahagi ang kanilang expertise na makakatulong upang mabuo ang Smart City Masterplan ng lungsod.
Kabilang sa Korean delegation sina Nojun Park and Heain Lee (KIND), Yunho Lee and Youmi Jeon (RMS), Hyeri Ko and Dongeui Kim (Dohwa), at Kabsung Kim, Sangyun Lee, and Jaegyu Jung (Yonsei University). PIA CALABARZON
ISANG babae ang dinampot ng mga awtoridad matapos ihain sa kanya ang warrant of arrest kaugnay ng kasong kinakaharap kamakailan sa Noveleta, Cavite.
Ang suspek na kinilalang si alyas Christine, residente ng Barangay Poblacion, Noveleta, ay nadakip dakong alas-3:40 ng hapon nitong Mayo 27 sa Barangay Salcedo II, ng naturang bayan.
Ang warrant of arrest na inilabas ng Municipal Trial Court, Rosario, Cavite nitong Mayo 15, na may rekomendadong piyansa na P6,000.00 ay kaugnay ng kinakaharap ng suspek na kasong Less Serious Physical Injuries.
Pinangunahan ng warrant personnel ng Noveleta Municipal Police Station ang operasyon gamit ang Alternative Recording Device.
PATULOY ang pagpapaalala sa publiko ng Pamahalaang Lungsod ng Carmona hinggil sa pagpapanatili ng kalinisan para sa kaaya-ayang kapaligiran.
Kaya naman mahigpit ang babala ng City Government of Carmona sa lahat kaugnay ng pagbabawal sa pagkakalat at pagtatapon ng kahit ano mang uri ng basura sa mga pampublikong lugar.
Nabatid na ito ay batay na rin sa umiiral na Municipal Ordinance No. 007-06 o Municipal Environment Code.
Mayroong kaakibat na kaparusahan sa mga aktong mahuhuling lalalabag gayundin ang mga maiuulat na hindi rin sumunod sa naturang ordinansa.
Dito ay maaaring kuhanan ng litrato o picture at pwede ring bidyuhan o kunan ng video ang makikita at mahuhuli sa aktong nagkakalat at nagtatapon ng basura.
Ang video o picture ay maaaring ipadala sa OCENRO ([email protected]) at CITCAO ([email protected]).
Papatawan ng multa na mula P 300.00 (First Level) hanggang Php 2,500.00 (Maximum Level) o/at ng community service ang mga lalabag.
Samantala, ang magre-report at magpapadala ng picture o video ay mayroong nakalaang pabuya na ang matatanggap na halaga ay ang limampung porsiyento (50%) mula sa nabanggit na kaukulang multa.
HIMAS-rehas na ang isang Regional Level Most Wanted Person matapos maaresto kamakailan sa Bacoor City, Cavite.
Ang suspek na kinilalang si alyas Zenaida, residente ng Barangay Molino 3, Bacoor City, ay naaresto dakong alas- 4:30 ng hapon nitong Mayo 21.
Isinagawa ang operasyon ng magkasanib puwersa ng Warrant Section ng Bacoor Component City Police Station, na siyang lead unit, at ng 401st Maneuver Company, Regional Mobile Force Battalion 4A gamit ang Alternative Recording Device.
Inaresto ang suspek kaugnay ng kasong paglabag sa Seksyon 5 at 11, Artikulo II ng Republic Act No. 9165 o ang Comprehensive Dangerous Drugs Act of 2002.
Nagmula ang warrant of arrest sa Regional Trial Court, Branch 19, Bacoor City, Cavite, na may petsang Mayo 14, 2025.
Ang korte ay walang piyansang inirekomenda para sa kasong nasa ilalim ng Section 5, at para naman sa Section 11 ay halagang P 200,000.00 ang recommended bail.
TIKLO ang isang High Value Individual sa operasyong isinagawa ng pulisya na nagresulta sa pagkakakumpiska ng P340K halaga ng umano’y shabu sa Bacoor City, Cavite kamakailan.
Ang suspek ay nakilalang si alyas Boss, residente ng Lagazo Compound, Barangay Panapaan 3, Bacoor City.
Siya ay naaresto ng mga tauhan ng Bacoor Component City Police Station sa Lagazo Compound, Barangay P.F. Espiritu 3, Bacoor City, dakong alas-5:45 ng hapon nitong Mayo 19.
Nakuha sa pag-iingat ng suspek isang knot-tied transparent plastic bag at isang heat-sealed transparent plastic sachet na naglalaman ng hinihinalang shabu na may tinatayang timbang na higit kumulang 50 gramo at halagang P340,000.00 ayon sa Standard Drug Price.
Isinagawa ang buy-bust operation ng mga operatiba ng Drug Enforcement Unit ng Bacoor CCPS na may koordinasyon sa PDEA.
NAARESTO ng mga awtoridad ang isang Regional Level Most Wanted Person kamakailan sa Rosario, Cavite.
Kinilala ang suspek na si alyas Leo, naninirahan sa Barangay Sapa 2, Rosario.
Siya ay naaresto sa Gen. Trias Drive, Barangay Tejeros Convention, Rosario, dakong alas-7:20 ng gabi nitong Mayo 19.
Ang pagkakadakip sa suspek ay sa pamamagitan ng warrant of arrest para sa tatlong bilang ng Rape sa ilalim ng Art. 266-A (1) kaugnay ng Art. 266-B ng Revised Penal Code, at isang kaso ng Sexual Assault sa ilalim ng Art. 266-A (2) ng RPC kaugnay ng Section 5 (B) ng R.A. 7610.
Batay sa Regional Trial Court, Branch 17, Cavite City, na may petsa nitong Abril 8, ay walang inirekomendang piyansa para sa tatlong kaso ng Rape, habang P200,000.00 ang recommended bail para sa Sexual Assault.
Isinagawa ang operasyon ng Warrant Section ng Rosario Municipal Police Station katuwang ang Regional Intelligence Division/Regional Special Operations Unit (RID/RSOU), na gumamit ng Alternative Recording Device.
Pinangunahan ni Senadora Loren Legarda, ang tagapagtaguyod at visionary ng proyektong nagluklok sa Pilipinas bilang Guest of Honour (GOH) sa Frankfurter Buchmesse 2025, ang pagtanggap sa mga delegado ng German media para sa isang linggong paglalakbay at paglilibot sa iba’t ibang bahagi ng bansa.
Ang pagbisitang ito ay bahagi ng opisyal na pangako ng Pilipinas bilang GOH sa pinakamalaki at pinakaimpluwensyal na book fair sa buong mundo. Nilalayon ng programang ito na mas palalimin ang ugnayan sa pandaigdigang media at ipakita ang lawak at lalim ng panitikan, pamana, at malikhaing kultura ng Pilipinas.
“Mula sa karunungang katutubo, sa alaala ng kolonyalismo, sa hiwaga ng kalikasan, at sa pakikipag-usap sa buong mundo, doon nagmumula ang ating panitikan,” ani Legarda.
“Ang Frankfurter Buchmesse ay isang pandaigdigang entablado kung saan maririnig, makikita, at mauunawaan ang ating mga manunulat, ilustrador, tagasalin, at tagapaglathala.”
Naranasan ng delegasyon ng Aleman ang Filipino hospitality mula sa makulay na Pahiyas Festival sa Lucban hanggang sa mga programang pangkultura at panitikan sa Bulacan, Baguio, La Union, Iloilo, Antique, at Boracay. Bumisita rin sila sa mga eksibit at sentrong pangkultura gaya ng Hibla ng Lahing Filipino textile gallery, mga sentro ng paghahabi, at mga pasilidad para sa cotton processing na naitatag sa pamamagitan ng mga programang pangkultura ni Legarda.
“Matagal nang bukas ang Alemanya sa panitikan ng Pilipinas,” wika ni Legarda.
“Noong 1887, inilimbag sa Berlin ni Dr. Jose Rizal, ang ating pambansang bayani, ang kanyang pinakamahalagang akda, ang Noli Me Tangere, na nagsindi ng unang rebolusyong anti-kolonyal sa Timog-Silangang Asya.”
Sa pamamagitan ng mga talakayan at interaksyon sa mga manunulat, tagapaglathala, indigenous artisans, at cultural workers ng Pilipinas, nasaksihan ng delegasyon ang masigla at sari-saring puwersang bumubuo sa matatag at malikhaing pagka-Pilipino.
Gaganapin ang Frankfurter Buchmesse mula Oktubre 15 hanggang 19, 2025, sa Frankfurt, Germany, kung saan ang Pilipinas ang magiging Guest of Honour, isang natatanging pagkakataon para sa pagpapalawak ng merkado, pagbebenta ng karapatang pampaglilimbag, pagsasalin sa iba’t ibang wika, at cross-media adaptations.
Camp BGen Pantaleon Garcia, Imus City, Cavite — Nakiisa ang Cavite Police Provincial Office, sa pamumuno ng Acting Provincial Director na si PCol Dwight E Alegre, sa Simultaneous Operation Baklas na inilunsad ng Police Regional Office CALABARZON ngayong araw, Mayo 20, 2025.
Isinagawa ang sabayang pagtanggal ng mga campaign posters, streamers, at iba pang election-related materials na ilegal na nakapaskil sa iba’t ibang lugar sa lalawigan ng Cavite, katuwang ang mga City at Municipal Police Stations sa kanilang mga Area of Responsibility (AOR).
Ang aktibidad ay isinagaw bilang suporta sa kampanya ng PNP upang ipatupad ang mga batas at regulasyon ukol sa election propaganda materials, at bilang paghahanda na rin sa nalalapit na tag-ulan sa pamamagitan ng clean-up drive.
“Ang Operation Baklas ay hindi lamang para sa pagpapanatili ng kaayusan sa panahon ng eleksyon. Isa rin itong hakbang tungo sa kalinisan at kahandaan ng ating mga komunidad laban sa mga panganib ng pagbaha,” pahayag ni PCOL Alegre.
Nagpapatuloy ang Cavite PNP sa pagtugon sa direktiba ng PRO CALABARZON at ng pambansang pamunuan ng PNP upang matiyak ang mapayapa, maayos, at malinis na eleksyon sa buong lalawigan.
