PRESIDENT Benigno Aquino III has reapportioned the province of Palawan into three legislative districts. By virtue of Republic Act 10171 signed by the President last July 19, Palawan is reapportioned into three legislative districts to commence in the next national and local elections. Under the Act, the municipalities that comprise the current first legislative district [...]

MALACANANG denied Friday newspaper report saying there will be a minor revamp in the Cabinet of President Benigno Aquino III by August. Deputy presidential spokesperson Abigail Valte said there will be no changes in the official family of the President next month particularly in the Department of Energy (DOE). Read more

MALACAÑANG condemned on Friday the clash between government troops and Abu Sayyaf bandits in Basilan that left 10 soldiers dead. Deputy presidential spokesperson Abigail Valte said President Benigno Aquino III has directed Defense Secretary Voltaire Gazmin to go to Basilan to personally see the situation on the ground. Read more