The Department of Science and Technology (DOST), despite dropping one rank at 51st in the Global Innovation Index (GII) for 2021 from last year’s 50th, maintains its strong bearing that “it remains committed in bringing science closer to society, empowering Filipino-made breakthroughs and innovations to increase productivity and drive prosperity.”
“The needs and opportunities are better known at the region, province, town, and community level”, Secretary Fortunato T. de la Peña said in his concluding remarks at the High-Level Policy Dialogue on Inclusive Innovation held on 17 September 2021.
The Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) has recalled its field officer in Quezon City to help keep the government’s flagship cash-for-work program on track.
The Anti-Red Tape Authority (ARTA) called on other government agencies to activate their social media accounts and use them to strengthen their online complaints handling.
State-owned Development Bank of the Philippines (DBP) has granted a P50-million loan facility to Sipocot Water District (SIPWADI) for water source development and the rehabilitation of existing water lines and water sources under its Water for Every Resident (WATER) program.
Senator Christopher "Bong" Go has praised President Rodrigo Duterte's speech at the United Nations General Assembly's (UNGA) 76th session on Wednesday (Sept. 22), saying it is always an honor for the country’s leader to speak before the world’s nations.
