CRACKDOWN AT PAGPAPAHINTO NG MGA POGO SA BANSA, IMINUNGKAHING UMPISAHAN NA NG PAMAHALAAN

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Iminungkahi ni Surigao del Norte Representative Robert Ace Barbers, Chairman ng House Committee on Dangerous Drugs na dapat simulan na ng pamahalaan ang crackdown at pagpapahinto sa operasyon ng mga POGO sa bansa lalo na ang mga iligal matapos ipag-utos ni Pangulong Ferdinanad Bongbong Marcos, Jr. sa kanyang SONA ang total ban ng mga ito.

Ayon kay Representative Barbers, dapat agad na maipatupad ang naging “marching orders” ng Pangulo.

Kabilang sa mga ahensiya na inaasahan ni Barbers na agad na mangunguna sa crackdown ay ang  Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation o PAGCOR, Dapartment of Foreign Affairs o DFA, Department of Justice o DOJ, Bureau of Immigration, Anti-Money Laundering Council, Department of Labor and Employment o DOLE at iba pa.

Ngunit iginiit ni Barbers na hindi sapat ang pagpapalayas sa mga POGO at pagbabawal sa kanilang operasyon sa bansa.

Dapat lang aniya na patawan ng kaso at maparusahan ang mga lumabag sa batas na sangkot sa ibat-ibang uri ng krimen.

Aminado si Barbers na may epekto sa revenue ng gobyerno ang utos ng 

Pangulo na total ban ngunit makakaasa aniya ang pamahalaan ng suporta sa Kamara para isulong ang mga panukala na makatutulong sa pag-usad ng ating ekonomiya.

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SPEAKER ROMUALDEZ APPLAUDS THE PRESIDENT’S FIRM STANCE ON POGO BAN

RPPe Speaker Romualdez applauds PBBM’s firm stance on WPS, POGO ban, illegal drugs

SPEAKER Ferdinand Martin G. Romualdez yesterday expressed strong support and admiration for President Ferdinand “Bongbong” R. Marcos Jr. for delivering a “comprehensive, powerful and uplifting” State of the Nation Address (SONA), particularly praising his decisive stance on national sovereignty, significant economic reforms, and commitment to public safety and social stability.

The Leader of the House commended President Marcos for his bold pronouncements on national issues, specifically on the total ban on Philippine Offshore Gaming Operators (POGOs).

The Speaker said, this bold move underscores the President's commitment to lawful economic practices.

The House chief said that the President tasking the Department of Labor and Employment to find jobs for POGO workers who will be displaced by his directive “shows a compassionate approach to the transition.”

He likewise praised the President's continued focus on a bloodless war against illegal drugs.

Speaker Romualdez emphasized that the President's stance that extermination is not a policy of this government, along with the significant reduction of drug-affected villages, the interception of billions of pesos worth of illegal drugsbrought about by POGOs and the high conviction rate of drug offenders, are commendable achievements of this afmistration.

He added that this approach ensures community safety while upholding human rights.

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(Speaker Romualdez commended the President’s decision to ban all POGOs and to instruct the Philippine Gaming Corp. to wind down POGO operations by the end of the year.)

Speaker Romualdez said that  the President’s declaration that the WPS is rightfully ours is a powerful assertion of our national sovereignty.

Speaker Romualdez said, reacting to the President's assertion that the WPS is not just an imagination, but a reality belonging to the Philippines.

According to the Speaker, the President’s expression of gratitude to the military, Coast Guard, and fisherfolk for their relentless efforts in defending the WPS “underscores their vital role in upholding national integrity.”

He said the President’s emphasis on using diplomatic channels to resolve territorial disputes “highlights our unwavering commitment to peaceful and lawful means of protecting our interests.”

“The message that the Philippines cannot yield or waver in its stance is crucial for maintaining our national pride and asserting our rightful claims,” he added.

Speaker Romualdez also highlighted the President’s accomplishments, particularly in achieving economic gains. 

“President Marcos' leadership has resulted in significant economic improvements, including job creation, infrastructure development, and advancements in digital infrastructure,” the Speaker said.

“His administration's efforts in agriculture, disaster risk management, and health reforms have been instrumental in uplifting the lives of many Filipinos," he added.

Speaker Romualdez praised the comprehensive nature of the SONA, covering all critical aspects of national development. 

“The President addressed key areas such as economic and health reforms, job creation, digital infrastructure, peace and order, anti-corruption measures, and the power crisis. This holistic approach is essential for the sustainable progress of our nation," he stressed.

Speaker Romualdez assured the full support of the bigger chamber in enacting the necessary legislation to realize the President's vision. 

“We stand ready to work with the administration to pass laws that will bring these plans to fruition. The House is committed to supporting the President's goals of national sovereignty, economic reform, and public safety," he said.

The Speaker called on all Filipinos to unite behind the President's leadership. 

"Together, we can achieve the prosperous and progressive Philippines we all aspire for. Let us support President Marcos' leadership and work towards a brighter future for our nation," he urged. (END)

PAGGAMIT NG DEEP FAKE AI VIDEO PARA ATAKEHIN SI PBBM, KINONDENA SA KAMARA

RPPt Rep Dalipe kinondena paggamit ng Deep Fake AI video para atakehin si PBBM

Mariing kinondena ni House Majority Leader Manuel Jose Dalipe ang mga indibidwal na nasa likod ng paggawa at pagpapakalat ng isang AI-generated video upang atakehin si Pangulong Ferdinand Marcos Jr. ilang oras bago ang kanyang State of the Nation Address (SONA).

(“The fabricated video, which falsely depicts the president using illegal substances, is not just an attack on his person but an affront to the entire nation,” sabi ni Dalipe.)

Sinabi ni Dalipe na ang gawa-gawang video na naglalarawan sa Pangulo na gumagamit ng iligal na droga ay hindi lamang isang pag-atake sa kanyang katauhan kundi ito ay isang insulto sa buong bansa

Ang pekeng video na ipinalabas sa Maisug rally na inorganisa ng pamilyang Duterte at mga taga-suporta nito ay ipinakalat sa social media ng mga pro-Duterte vloggers.

(“The Dutertes have been going around the country organizing these Maisug rallies to call for President Marcos to resign so that Vice President Sara Duterte can take over,” ani Dalipe.)

Ayon pa sa House Majority Leader, sobrang foul na ito at kung sino mang kagawan sa likod nito at nag-finance ng bantang ito na siraan ang presidente ay sumusobra na.

Kaya nanawagan si Dalipe sa PNP at sa NBI siyasatin itong sinabi biyang evil deed at gawarang kagyat na aksiyon.

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(Whoever is behind this and whoever is financing this attempt to malign the president have crossed the line. I call on the PNP and the NBI to get to the bottom of this evil deed and take immediate action.”)

“This act is not just an attack against our president but a blatant attempt to destabilize our government and undermine the integrity of our democratic processes. It erodes public trust and poses a serious threat to our national unity,” dagdag pa nito.

Sinabi ni Dalipe na mahina ang kalidad ng video at malinaw na gawa-gawa lamang. “The shoddy editing and obvious signs of AI manipulation in the video only serve to further illustrate the desperation and malicious intent behind this attack.”

Iginiit ni Dalipe ang pangangailangan na mahanap at mapanagot ang gumawa ng video at ang mga nagpakalat nito.

“The full extent of the law must be applied to those behind these unrelenting attempts to destabilize the government. Such misuse of technology for political gain cannot be tolerated,” wika pa ni Dalipe.

Tiniyak naman ni Dalipe na masusing iimbestigahan ang insidente. “We will definitely get to the bottom of this and make sure that those who were behind this fake video are held accountable. The integrity of our democratic institutions and the trust of the Filipino people are at stake.”

Nanawagan din si Dalipe sa iba’t ibang sektor na kondenahin ang video at magtulungan upang mapangalagaan ang demokratikong institusyon.

“We must remain vigilant against those who seek to use deceit and manipulation to achieve their ends. Our commitment to truth and justice must remain unwavering,” saad ni Dalipe.

Binigyan-diin ni Dalipe ang kahalagahan na maituro sa publiko ang panganib ng deep fake technology. “As we move forward, it is crucial that we increase awareness about the potential misuse of AI and enhance our capabilities to detect and counter such threats,” wika pa ng mambabatas. (END)