BusinessWeek Mindanao (August 30, 2017) by Mindanao Daily News

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Go Hotel Iligan ROBINSONS Land Corp. is set to open its budget Go Hotels branch in Iligan City by the third quarter of this year, while its boutique hotel brand Summit Hotels and Resorts continues to scout for locations in the country’s southern mainland. Go Hotels Iligan will be the builder’s third branch in Mindanao. “Mindanao has a vibrant economy and there are a lot of areas there for strong commercial developments,” said Elizabeth D. Gregorio, general manager of Summit Hotels and Resorts in a recent interview in Cebu City.

Investment pledges INVESTMENT pledges at the Philippine Economic Zone Authority (PEZA) surged by 89.43 percent to P132.66 billion in January to July 2017, from P70.03 billion in the same period in 2016. In a press conference Tuesday, PEZA Director G e neral Ch arito Plaza said these investments came from 362 projects registered with PEZA in the first seven months of the year, higher by 17.9 percent from the 308 projects it registered a year ago. Plaza noted that the increase in investments in PEZA reflected investors’ optimism in the Philippines as an investment destination, as well as its active promotion to attract foreign companies to locate in the country. Seventy percent of PEZA locators were foreign investors, mostly from Japan, the United States, and South Korea.

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By MYRNA M. VELASCO, Contributor

ITH approvalin-principle a l r e a d y secured by the Department of Energy (DOE) on its proposed budget of P50 million for a feasibility study, the government may already set sail on its “nuclear renaissance” agenda or crafting the roadmap for the rebirth of the country’s nuclear power program.

“By approving the budget for NEPIO (Nuclear Energy Program Implementing Organization), we’re agreeing with DOE to do the study and then they will come back to us and talk about it whether nuclear energy has space or has a future in our system,” Senate Committee on Energy Chairman Sherwin T. Gatchalian said. nuclear/PAGE 11

FLUVIAL PARADE. Giant statues of saints are part of the attraction of the Higalaay Festival’s fluvial procession at the Cagayan de Oro River during the city’s annual festivities in honor of patron saint, St. Augustine, on Monday, August 28. photo by gerry lee gorit

Bakwits on chicken from Luzon:

‘Affront to Maranaos’ maratabat’ By CAROLYN O. ARGUILLAS MindaNews

IT’S not pork, so it is not being insensitive to Muslims but chicken from bird flu-affected Luzon that Agriculture Secretary Emmanuel Pinol wants the social welfare department to buy for distribution to Marawi evacuees has been criticized as an affront to the Maranaos’ maratabat. “I asked President Duterte if the Department of Social Welfare and Development can buy some of the chicken… baka puwedeng ipamigay sa evacuees sa Marawi

Bakwits: ‘Insulting’.

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para mapakinabangan,” Piñol said in a press conference last week in the national capital. Pinol’s proposal came amid chicken/PAGE 11

Ayala breaks ground on P20-B Davao township By CARMELITO Q. FRANCISCO, Correspondent

INNOCENCE. Child evacuees being housed inside the Lanao del Sur provincial capitol complex in Marawi City enjoy a ride on a scooter on Monday, August 28, 2017, Day 98 of the Marawi siege. mindanews photo by h . marcos c . mordeno

DAVAO City— Companies behind the newest township development in the city, the Azuela Cove, hope to complete the project within the next 10 years. At the launch of the 25-hectare

mixed-use project located at what used to be the plywood plant of the Alcantara Group, Enrique B. Manuel, Jr., Ayala Land, Inc. assistant vicepresident, said the company is set invest P20 billion in the project as it takes advantage of the city emerging to become the “most lucrative market” ayala/PAGE 11

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Economy EU delegates secure slot in MinBizCon 2017

ELEGATION from European Union (EU) confirmed its participation by securing its slot in the 26th Mindanao Business Conference (MinBizCon) 2017 in Xavier Estates Sports and Country Club in Cagayan de Oro City on 7-9 September 2017. In Talakayan sa Limketkai Luxe, Ruben Vegafria, president of MinBizCon 2017 and member of Oro Chamber Inc. said that they are well on their way in the preparation of this big event. Admittedly, he said

that an American group cancelled their reservation in the conference but this was easily saved by the EU delegation who are committed to participate in the event. He said we have to be positive and move forward despite what is happening. The theme this year is “Emerging Opportunities, ONE-MINDANAO,” where it emphasizes unity in Mindanao. With the recent events in Marawi City, one of the discussions during the conference is how to help the situation and in its recovery and rehabilitation

in the area. According to Vegafria, about 1,000 participants are expected in the event including local and international business leaders. Further, various topics will be discussed during the three-day event among them are Mindanao Development Corridor Updates by Secretary Datu Abul Alonto, chairman Mindanao Development Authority (MinDa), Fueling Mindanao Economy Through International Linkages by European Union, Science for Change by

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DZBS 1368 Baguio DZRL 639 Batac DZTG 621 Tuguegarao DZKI 1332 Iriga DYKW 936 Binalbagan DYKB 1404 Bacolod DYKC 675 Cebu DXKO 1368 Cagayan de Oro DXKS 1080 Surigao DXKD 1053 Dipolog DXKP 1377 Pagadian DXXX 1008 Zamboanga DXKT 1071 Davao DXDX 693 General Santos

Department of Science and Technology (DOST) Secretary Fortunato dela Peña, Building a Disaster Resilient Economy in Mindanao, Mindanao Agri- Business: Key to positioning Mindanao in ASEAN and Other Emerging Markets by Department of Agriculture Secretary Manny Piñol, Development Bank minbizcon/PAGE 11

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The Misamis Oriental General Comprehensive High School (MOGCHS) led by band mother Kia Cañete makes its appearance during the yearly Higalaay Festival float parade last August 27 along Apolinar Velez St. in Cagayan de Oro City. photo by mark francisco

DA 10 intensifies quarantine points against Bird Flu THE Department of Agriculture region 10 has conducted several proactive measures to prevent spread of Bird Flu in the region. During a press conference in Cagayan de Oro City, OIC Regional Director Carlene Collado, CPA explained the kind of virus that has broken out in Pampanga was an Avian influenza (Bird Flu), type A Sub-Type H5 which has caused deaths of about 37,000 poultry chickens in San Luis, Pampanga. Although the virus is said to be nontransferrable from chicken to humans, Collado said to be vigilant. Northern Mindanao ranks 3rd for the National Ranking with a total of 11% or 19,596,441 heads contribution to

the National Inventory. Meanwhile, the region also ranks No. 8 for the Duck Inventory with a total of 4% or 444,064 heads contribution. Collado assured that DA region 10 is doing all it can to prevent spread of this virus. Particularly, they have intensified quarantine points in the region, identified areas of concern, strengthened regional task force, distributed drugs, consulted with poultry stakeholders and local government units and disseminated Information and Education Communication materials. However, Collado also shared Do’s and Dont’s to avoid Bird Flu. One is to cook poultry and meat thoroughly. Wash hands thoroughly with soap and

water after exposure to or contact with birds. Among the dont’s include not eating raw poultry meat or egg. Don’t buy or eat smuggled poultry meat. Don’t come in contact with resident, wild or migratory birds. More importantly, report any unusual deaths or sickness of birds to the nearest agriculture or veterinary office. The department is urging the public to help report any Bird Flu suspicions in the region or ask questions about it. For Quarantine Concern, you may call Dr. Dale Franco Llentic 09174815193, for Mass Media Concern, Grace Sta. Elena 09278276840 and for Disease Reporting, Dr. Oryza Kristy Baylo 09363155226. (JMOR/ PIA10)

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AirAsia eyes expansion of PH operations

alaysia-based AirAsia has expressed interest in expanding its services in the Philippines to include flights from Davao City to key cities in China, Korea and Malaysia. In his courtesy call on Finance Secretary Carlos G. Dominguez III, AirAsia Group Chief Executive Tony Fernandes said the lowering or scrapping of the airport or departure tax in small airports will help in realizing the airline’s expansion plans in the Philippines. Dominguez, in turn, said he will look into this possibility to help slash travel costs and boost trade and tourism. The finance chief also broached the possibility of airports selling or leasing gates to airlines at different rates depending on the landing times, in lieu of imposing airport

taxes. “I have asked the DOF (Department of Finance) representatives in the airports to tell them to consider this differential pricing, selling gates, rather than a fixed tax,” Dominguez told Fernandes. Fernandes raised the issue of either removing or lowering the rates in small airports to encourage airlines to put in more flights as he welcomed Dominguez’s proposal for airports to sell or lease gates as a viable alternative to the airport tax. The AirAsia chief said the low-cost airline is interested in expanding its existing Davao-Singapore flights to include routes from Davao City to China, Korea and Malaysia. “There’s a big population here. There’s a good business here. We met some farmers who

wish to send their cargos directly to these places,” Fernandes said. Fernandes said there is a “massive opportunity” in expanding the tourism sector in the Philippines once the costs of air travel in coming here are made more affordable by budget airlines whose pricing will depend on how much they are charged for the use of airport terminals. “The President mentioned the islands here and when I checked it, I said wow, it’s really amazing and we are not worried about Marawi and all that because we think tourism is tourism. People want to come here at a right price,” Fernandes said. On the issue of privatizing airports, Dominguez told Fernandes that the government is bidding out the operations and maintenance for

six airports while the rehabilitation of others could be done through Public-Private Partnerships (PPPs). Dominguez, a former chairman of Philippine Airlines (PAL) also assured Fernandes that he will take “a hard stand” against the proposal to charge airlines for the overtime pay of Customs personnel at the airports. “I don’t like it. We will get a hard stand on that. I used to complain about that when I was in PAL. You cannot earn 50 percent above your salary for overtime pay,” Dominguez said. Joint Circular No. 1 series of 2015 issued by the Civil Service Commission and the Department of Budget and Management sets a maximum overtime pay of 50 percent of the base salary of a government employee.

ALI to open Seda Hotel in Bacolod AyalaLand Hotels and Resorts’ homegrown brand Seda hotels will open its seventh property in the country by October, bringing the company closer to its target to have a total room inventory of 3,500 by 2019. “Our growth has been highly organic and supported by the markets where we are located. We intend to continue that trend as we continue to expand,” Al Legaspi, president and chief executive officer of AyalaLand Hotels and Resorts, said. Taking advantage of the strong economic growth in Western Visayas, the company will open Seda Capitol Central in Bacolod City in October. The hotel

ALU HOTEL M. Roxas Avenue corner Padre Faura Street, Davao City. Tel No (63 82) 221-5232 / Mobile (O943) 652 3927 Email: aluhoteldavao@yahoo.com info@alu-hotel.com / www.alu-hotel.com GRAND REGAL Km 7 Lanang, Davao City, Philippines Tel. 235-0888 / Fax 235-2335 email: grandregalhotelegmail.com VIAJEROS ECONOMY HOTEL Patnubay St., Sandawa, Matina, D.C Tel. No. 297-5710 / Telefax (6382) 298-5134 Mobile: 0922.-8268425 Website: www.viajeroseconomyinn.com ROYAL MANDAYA HOTEL J.Palma Gil St., Davao City 8000 Phils. Tel. No. (082) 225-8888 / fax No. (082) 225-1885 info@theroyalrmandayahotel.com www.theroyalmandayahotel.com HOMITORI Bangoy Street corner Santa Ana Avenue, Davao City Tel. No. (082) 295-2969 & 295-2471 / Mobile: (0922) 8994646 Email: homitoridvo@gmail.com or Like us on www.facebook.com/pages/Homitori-Davao BIG APPLE HOTEL Brgy. Angliongto, Lanang, D.C. Hotline Nos.: (082) 234-8459 Facebook account: bigapplehotel@ymail.com Email: bigapple_hotel@ymail.com

THE PERIDOT SUITES Carmelite Drive, Lanang, Davao City Tel. no.: (082) 305-6530 / Fax no.: (082) 305-38I2 Email: theperidotsuiles@gmail.com AZIENDA MEO APARTELLE 11 Corner Pioneer and Doña Vicenta Village, Phase 1, Davao City Telefax. No: (082) 227-4119 & 284-6689 Cell Phone No. 09256652626 Website: www.aziendameo.com Email Add: aziendameo@yahoo.com.ph Big 8 Corporate Hotel Visayan Village, National Highway, Tagum City Mobile nos. 09173029063 & 09328539372 Tel. No.: (084)216-0888 Email: info@big8corporatehotel.com www.facebook.com/big8corporatehotel.com www.big8corporatehotel.com HOTEL ELENA Avenida Santos Ave., Nova Tierra Vill, Lanang, D.C Tel. Nos. (082) 233-1941 & 305.8799 / fax No. (082) 233-1887

will have 154 rooms catering largely to business travelers. This, as Bacolod is expected to join the ranks of the top five cities in Visayas and Mindanao with the largest office gross floor areas catering mostly to Business Process Outsourcing firms (BPOs) by 2021. “Anticipating this economic growth, Seda began establishing properties as early as 2013 in the two key Mindanao cities; in Iloilo, last year; and now,

in Bacolod,” Legaspi said. As of now, Seda’s Cebu property is already under development, while more new properties are being planned. Also under development are its first resort hotel in Palawan and other city hotels and serviced apartments in Metro Manila, bringing the total room inventory of the brand to 3,500 by 2019. “Our goal is to be the preferred hospitality brand in the country

catering to both local and global travelers. By offering our guests superior accommodations, service in line with international standards and a strategic location, Seda has succeeded in attracting a loyal following and an exceptional guest return ratio” Seda’s Senior Group General Manager Andrea Mastellone said. Seda Capitol Central will increase the brand’s room inventory to more than 1,400.

PARADISE ISLAND Tel. No. (082) 233-0251 & 300-2343 / CP No.: 09209546780 E-mail: paradiseislanddavao@gmail.com MARCO POLO DAVAO C.M Recto St., Davao City davao@marcopolohotels.com www.marcopolohotels.com (63 82) 221-0888 HOTEL ESSE Brgy. 9-A F Torres Street, Davao City Hotline: No: 227-37-73 / Fax: 295-34-85 Website: www.hotelessedavao.com.ph Email Add: hotel_esse_davao@yahoo.com RUEMANGO APARTELLE & SUITES 516 Mangga St., Juna Subd., Matina, Davao City ruemangoapartelleandsuites@gmail.com www.ruemango.com Tel. Nos.: (082) 295-7175/ 295-7180

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Just a spoonful think a minute

jhan tiafau hurst Think a minute…In 1919, just after World War I, the cholera disease broke out all over Europe killing many thousands of people. The British government sent doctors all over the world to find a cure for cholera. These doctors later came back and said that the Chinese did not get cholera because they boiled their water before they used it. Soon all the radios and newspapers in England were telling everyone to boil their water before they drink it. They even sent this message to the Pacific Islands since they had British soldiers there. Yet later, they heard that the cholera disease had still broken out in the islands killing many thousands of Islanders. The British leaders questioned the people in the island villages and asked them if they were boiling their water? The Islanders answered yes,

they definitely were boiling their water to drink. But this is how they did it. They boiled just a small amount of water and put it in a bottle. Then only once or twice a day, they would get the bottle and drink a small teaspoon of the boiled water, like taking medicine. Then they would put the bottle away again and the rest of the day they drank unboiled, dirty water. No wonder people still got cholera and died! Yet many of us do that with Jesus Christ. We don’t want to live Jesus’ way every day, so we go to church one day a week to feel better about ourselves. Then we go back to living our own way the other 6 days of the week. Or, if we’re not religious church people, we think that if we’re a good, kind person, then God will accept us into heaven after we die. But just like 1 teaspoon of clean water a day will not keep you healthy, only 1 day a week of living for Jesus Christ, or just trying to be a good person, is not even close to our Maker’s standard of pure goodness. The only kind of goodness God can live together with is perfect, pure goodness of all our thoughts, motives, words, and actions 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Think a Minute…

Ruffy magbanua IN THIS country, you seldom see government officials taking the public transport like jeepneys or buses. So, what’s the fuss? With a few exceptions, many if not majority of the government officials, app oi nt e d , e l e c t e d , or otherwise, feel they are the ‘blessed’ ones, the cut above the rest, so to speak and therefore taking the public

transport is basically a taboo for them. Or simply put, these officials, particularly the elected ones, believe they deserve ‘first class commutes’. The only time they join with the ‘masa’, is riding whatever available public conveyance during election period. Every work day, we see a multitude of government employees taking public transportation, but elected officials would rarely take public rides as they would be chatted up, accosted, or jeered upon. But hey, their counterparts in other cities and countries are regularly taking public transportation. They take the bus or the train as a matter of course; yet they suffer no abuse, nor their egos being ‘downgraded’. If President Joko Widodo

of Indonesia bans public officials from using their cars on the first Friday of every month, why can’t President Duterte? If 91 per cent of the d ele g ate s to t he Sw iss Parliament can take the tram to work, why can’t our elected officials use public transit, instead of their flashy cars, to get around? In Japan and even in Australia, government executives in coat and tie take the commuter trains daily -- to and from their respective workplaces. Angat Tayo Party List Rep. Neil Abayon has filed House Bill 6195, which mandates elected and appointed public officials with the rank or equivalent of division chief to department secretary to ride public land transport to and from work and for

official business at least once every calendar month during weekday rush hours. But if and when Congress approves this Abayon bill, this will redound to just plain absurdity, or simply a case of stupidity. Do we need to enact a law requiring government and elected officials to ride public transport even, say, once a month during the weekday rush hour? Do we need to remind them that they were given the mandate by the people to lead by example? Common sense simply tells us that such gesture of government officials taking the public transport is one that is noble to better appreciate the plight of the riding public. Because they always say that public service improves when it is rendered with fuss/PAGE 11

Workaday - Life have my say

klaus doring We are all workers. Whether we work in a plush carpeted of f ice as exe c ut ives or managers, in a hot and noisy assembly-plant as factoryhands or as house-wives at home. Why do we work? Why do we slug five or six days a week (or even more?) for eight or more hours at a stretch? The church has had quite a lot to say about work and especially, the rights of the workers. And when you get through the church jargon, you’ll find

statements on minimum wages for workers, needs for leisure and social benefits. It is the Book of Genesis which tell us that work is God’s gift to human beings. God gave us the will, power and intelligence to “fill the earth and subdue it” and not just talk about seeing the wild beasts, the fruits and grains... . We a r e g i v e n t h e enormous task of shaping the earth, whether as machinist in a textile factory, or as clerk in court. The important message is: Work is for man (and woman) and not man (and woman) for work! Through work, man develops himself, his personality and his sense of self-worth. It is also through work that man produces goods and services contributing and participating in the development and society. In the encyclical Laborem Exercens (on human work), Pope Emeritus John Paul

II made it clear that there should be just remuneration for the work of an adult who is responsible for a family and this means enough money for the breadwinner to feed, clothe and maintain his partner and children, with provisions “for security for his future”. We know the church cares. But the church is not our employer. In daily life, there are our bosses and companies which dictate our wages, our increments and our social benefits. What happens, if we have bosses who feel they own us; bosses who demand overtime from us and who are more worried abut cutting company costs than about our wages? Pope John Paul II saw these problems long time ago as conflicts between lab our and capital and the strongly opposed exploitation of the workers by entrepreneurs who want

to maximize profits by giving low wages. The late Pope called the Trade Union an indispensable element of social life especially in modern industrialized societies “with the task of being a mouthpiece for the struggles for social justice for the just rights of working people”. If you think this is the beginning to sound radical, hang on, t he re’s more. Workers, he said, should be allowed to strike without being subjected to personal penal sanctions for taking part in a strike. Strikes, of course, are the extreme means, to be taken only after other means if reconciliation fails! +++ Email: dor ingklau s@ gmail.com or follow me in Facebook, LinkedIn or Twitter or visit www.germanexpatinthephilippines.blogspot. com or www.klausdoringsclassicalmusic.blogspot.com.

World ignores major point on deadly rains, floods, winds Kakampi mo ang batas

Batas Mauricio LIFE’S INSPIRATIONS: “… `everyone who hears these words of mine and does not put them into practice is like a foolish man who built his house on sand. The rain came down, the streams rose, and the winds blew and beat against that house, and it fell with a great crash’…” (Jesus Christ, our God and Savior, in Matthew 7:26-27, the Holy Bible). -ooo TEXAS HIT BY “NEVER BEFORE EXPERIENCED” RAINS, FLOODS, WINDS:

CNN’s Eliott C. McLaughlin, Ralph Elis, and Joe Sterling appeared dumbfounded by the heavy rains and severe flooding that Houston and other areas in Texas, USA, experienced when Tropical Storm Harvey roared through the State. They wrote in the CNN website: “…the breadth and intensity of this rainfall are beyond anything experienced before.” In an article at CNN.com that can be accessed at http:// edition.cnn.com/…/08/27/ us/harvey-landfall/index. html, the three wrote further: “Flooding… is overburdening resources… Hopes for an immediate respite from Harvey’s wrath seem unlikely as the National Weather Service calls the flooding `unprecedented’ and warns things may become more dire if a record-breaking 50 inches of rain falls on parts of Texas in coming days…” This indeed spells trouble for Americans in

Texas and nearby areas. Even as this column is being written, frantic residents are frantically posting in social media that a tornado warning has been issued, warning of winds up to 130 kilometers per hour, accompanied by rising floodwaters. Then, on top of these, CNN also reported that nearly 100 tornado warnings have already been issued. -ooo WO R L D I G N O R E S MAJOR POINT ON DEADLY RAINS, FLOODS, WINDS: Looking at the videos and photos of the Texas rains and flooding could become too horrific for many, even for people like Filipinos who have been exposed to severe flooding in the past. The question that immediately comes to mind here is, why is the US and the world experiencing this catastrophic weather conditions at the moment? Many would readily say it

is the result of global warming and climate change, which, unfortunately, is something that is not believed by presentday American leaders. Be that as it may, attributing these natural calamities to global warming and climate change could possess some intrinsic merit in it. But, truly unfortunate for Americans and the world, however, there seems to be an improper refusal to consider one aspect of this weather aberration that could be a major key to understanding global warming and climate change, and then doing something truly effective to at least minimize the destruction and death that come with them. -ooo RAINS, WINDS, FLOODS, PROPHESIED TO HAPPEN: This one major angle that seems to be deliberately ignored by many is the fact that both ignores/PAGE 10

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Tax reforms to ensure funds for gov’t programs

DEPARTMENT of Finance (DOF) official remains hopeful that senators will approve the proposed tax reforms in its original form so that government can finance all its programs. Finance Undersecretary Karl Kendrick Chua said aside from the proposed programs of the various agencies for 2018, additional funds are needed to finance among others the tuition fee of students enrolled in the State Universities and Colleges (SUCs), local universities and colleges,

and technical-vocational institutions starting academic year 2018-19. Republic Act (RA) 10931 or the “Universal Access to Quality Tertiary Education Act” was signed into law by President Rodrigo R. Duterte last Aug. 3. Financing for the said expenditure is not included in the proposed P3.767 trillion national budget for 2018. Under the proposed national budget for next year, the Department of Education will get P 613.1 billion allocation, the Commission on Higher

Education (CHED), P13.5 billion, and SUCs, P64.6 billion. Earlier, Budget and Management Secretary Diokno said the proposed budget for next year also allocates P116 billion worth of allocation for various types of scholarships which can be tapped for the tertiary

network—can deliver. A local news program made by Mindanaoans for the Mindanaoans, One Mindanao is anchored by seasoned TV journalist Tek Ocampo, reputable TV host and news presenter Sarah HilomenVelasco, and experienced news correspondent Real Sorroche. Joining them are the various local news teams based in Northern and Southern Mindanao and news stringers across Mindanao. GMA Vice President and Head of Regional TV Oliver Amoroso underscores the significance of One Mindanao. “Close to the Network’s heart is for Mindanaoans to have access to reliable, accurate, and impartial local news and information regardless of race, ethnic and religious background, and economic status. With the full support of GMA’s Chairman and CEO Atty. Felipe L. Gozon and President and COO Gilberto R. Duavit, Jr., we are happy and proud of this pioneering local news program produced by Mindanaoans for Mindanaoans,” he said. GMA Davao and Gensan Station Manager

The House of Representatives approved the first package of the tax reform bill last May 31 before members of the House took their break. The proposal is now being discussed in the Senate and DOF officials continue to explain to senators the necessity of approving the tax reforms

in full. “We will explain and try to convince the people of the benefits of this tax package,” Chua said. Chua is hoping the Senate will approve the tax reform bill by October or November before the budget proposal for next year is tackled in the plenary. (PNA)

Pag-IBIG H1 profit rises 13% THE Home Development Mutual Fund, beter known as the Pag-IBIG Fund, said

GMA Regional TV makes history with local news program ‘One Mindanao’ Media giant GMA Network makes history once again as its regional arm, Regional TV, launches the local news program One Mindanao beginning Monday, August 28. Anchored on the tagline “We are One. We are Mindanao. We are One Mindanao,” the local news program will air from Monday to Friday, at 5 p.m. It will be simultaneously broadcast in key cities and provinces in Mindanao thru GMA Network’s local channels in Mindanao: GMA 5 Davao, GMA 35 Cagayan de Oro City, GMA 8 General Santos City, GMA 12 Jolo, Sulu, GMA 9 Zamboanga City, GMA 12 Cotabato City, GMA 2 Tandag City, GMA 10 Surigao City, GMA 26 Butuan City, GMA 4 Dipolog City, GMA 3 Pagadian City, GMA 5 Ozamiz City, GMA 11 Iligan City, and GMA 12 Bukidnon. One Mindanao will feature comprehensive and in-depth delivery of news and information in the region that only GMA Network—widely regarded as the most respected and internationally-awarded Philippine broadcast

education law. Other programs that need funding include the pension of the military and the universal healthcare. “So if we don’t have enough revenues, none of them or part of them, cannot be provided. So we have to look at it from the big picture,” Chua said.

Mariles Puentevella avers: “At this point in the nation’s history, when Mindanao has taken center stage, it is imperative that Mindanaoans have access to fair and balanced information vital to growth and progress as a united community.” “There’s a lot happening in Mindanao. It is also best that everyone in Mindanao will know about it,” says GMA Cagayan de Oro Station Manager Armi Sobremisana. “We believe this is the right time to bring One Mindanao at the core for a timely delivery of information. This way, Cagayan de Oro and the rest of Mindanao will have a better understanding of what’s going on and can, therefore, proactively contribute to building a unified and peaceful Mindanao,” she added. From all parts of Mindanao, expect One Mindanao to deliver topnotch news stories from Monday to Friday. For more regional updates, follow GMA Regional TV at www. facebook.com/ gmaregionaltv and on Twitter and Instagram via @gmaregionaltv. PR

net profit in the first half grew 13% year-on-year. In a statement, the state-run housing lender recorded a P13.3 billion net income as of endJune, aided by improved collections resulting from its tie-ups with third-party collection agents. Pag-IBIG Chief Executive Officer Acmad Rizaldy P. Moti said in a statement: “Pag-IBIG’s increased income for the first half of 2017 was due in part on the increased housing loan collections

worth P20.46 billion. This is 10% higher, or P1.8 billion more than the P18.66 billion collected for the same period last year.” The housing lender first partnered with third-party collectors in 2013. As of end-June, Pag-IBIG said that it has 20 accredited collecting agencies that have collected a total of P2.2 billion. Outsourced telecollection services generated P3 billion during the same period.

“The high collection rates in housing loan amortizations led to Pag-IBIG’s single-digit non-performing loans ratio, or 9.8%. Pag-IBIG has maintained its high collection efficiency ratio of 90.2%,” it said. ““With President Rodrigo Roa Duterte’s directive to streamline government processes, it is commendable that Pag-IBIG is taking steps to make sure that its members are readily profit/PAGE 10

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Environment 8 Wounded forester receives top DENR honors on National Heroes Day A

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n employee of the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR), who was shot and wounded by a suspected illegal logger

in Palawan province last August 23, received the highest commendation from Secretary Roy A. Cimatu on Monday, the same day the country marked National Heroes

Day. Cimatu awarded Joselito Eyala, a forester at the Community Environment and Natural Resources Office (CENRO) in Puerto

Princesa City, the Medalya ng Bayani ng Kalikasan for his “remarkable dedication to public service, bravery and leadership.” “It is my honor to give you this award,

ONE-DAY INFORMATION EDUCATION COMMUNICATION (IEC) CAMPAIGN ON WATER USE REGULATION

To educate key stakeholders in the processing of Water Permit Application and Water Use Regulation, municipal planning and development officers from the Local Government Units of Region 10 attend the One-Day Information Education Communication (IEC) Campaign on Water Use Regulation conducted by the Licenses, Patents and Deeds Division of the Department of Environment and Natural Resources on August 17, 2017 in Cagayan de Oro City. Ana Mae Sumalinog RSCIS No. 08-266-2017

especially during National Heroes Day,” Cimatu said during his visit to Eyala at the Philippine General Hospital (PGH), where the forester was awaiting surgery to remove bullets lodged in his palate and back. “Gusto kong malaman mo na nagpapasalamat ako sa ginawa mo at hindi ka pababayaan ng DENR,” Cimatu said. “Kailangan namin ang mga katulad mo sa serbisyo.” Cimatu, a former military chief, also awarded Eyala with a Purple Heart, an honor usually given to soldiers wounded in the line of duty. He likewise commended the Armed Forces of the Philippines and Philippine Air Force personnel who airlifted Eyala from Palawan to Manila and brought him to the PGH on August 25. Aside from the commendation, Cimatu informed Eyala that he has just been promoted from Forester I to Forester II with an increase in salary grade. The environment chief also assured Eyala that the DENR will shoulder all his hospital expenses and that he will receive financial

assistance to aid him in his recovery. Based on initial reports, the shooting incident happened when Eyala and his team apprended suspected timber poachers and confiscated an unregistered chainsaw in the mountainous village of Bacungan at around 5 pm on August 23. The owner of the chainsaw, Florante Saycon, retaliated by firing a homemade gun that hit Eyala in the back. The forester sustained two gunshot wounds that rendered him unconscious. When he regained consciousness, Eyala crawled into the Casicaan River and allowed the current to carry him for five hours. He then walked and crawled in the middle of the night until he was able to get help at around 1 am of the following day. A farmer brought Eyala on a carabao sled to barangay coucilor Daniel Anjan, who then took him to the Palawan Adventist Hospital. Eyala’s three other companions, forest ranger Roldan Alvarez and forest technicians Roy Mercader and Glenn Dexter Eleazar, scampered for safety as honors/PAGE 10

DENR keen to extend technical support to LGUs on closure of illegal dumpsites Forester Roel G. Dahonog (inset photo), Chief of the Licenses, Patents and Deeds Division of the Department of Environment and Natural Resources Region 10 (DENR 10) requested the support of the local government units in Region 10 in ensuring the implementation of the Water Code Regulation. He said this during a lecture on the Water Code of the Philippines and its Amended Implementing Rules and Regulations during the One-Day Information Education Communication (IEC) Campaign on Water Use Regulation on August 17, 2017 in Cagayan de Oro City. Ana Mae Sumalinog RSCIS No. 08-267-2017

Forester Raul A. Pallares (inset photo), Chief of the Water Resources Utilization Section of the Department of Environment and Natural Resources Region 10 (DENR 10) explains the water permit application process and corresponding fees to the municipal planning and development officers from the Local Government Units of Region 10. He explained this during his presentation on the introduction about the National Water Resources Board and the Water Resources in the Philippines during the One-Day Information Education Communication (IEC) Campaign on Water Use Regulation conducted by the Licenses, Patents and Deeds Division of the DENR 10 on August 17, 2017 in Cagayan de Oro City. Ana Mae Sumalinog RSCIS No. 08-268-2017

The Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) is willing to extend technical assistance to local government units (LGUs) to help them get rid of illegal dumpsites that pose significant threats to the environment and public health. “We are here to help the LGUs comply with the law that strictly bans all forms of open dumping,” DENR Secretary Roy A. Cimatu said, referring to Republic Act No. 9003 or the Ecological Solid Waste Management Act of 2000. Cimatu said the DENR, through its Environmental Management Bureau (EMB), would closely coordinate with LGUs in the formulation of closure plans for these dumpsites. “As partners for change with LGUs, the DENR will ensure the protection of the environment and well-being of the people,” Cimatu said. He added that the EMB was also ready to provide technical advice to LGUs in coming up with their

respective 10-year solid waste management plans, as mandated by RA 9003. The 17-year-old law provides the legal framework for the country’s systematic and comprehensive ecological solid waste management program that ensures the protection of public health and the environment. It underscores, among other things, the need to create institutional mechanisms and incentives, as well as imposes penalties for acts in violation of any of its provisions.) – is this part you want to be deleted? Under the DENR guidelines, cities and municipalities are required to come up with a closure plan for illegal dumpsites, which include site clearing, relocation of informal settlers living within the area, site grading and stablization of critical slopes, application and maintenance of soil cover, and leachate management. Provincial environment and natural resources support/PAGE 10

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RC Premier holds fiesta trivia tilt

HE Rotary Club of Cagayan de Oro Premier reached out this Fiesta season to raise awareness, funds and support to end polio – a vaccine preventable disease that still threatens children in parts of the world today. RC CDO Premier invited the City of Golden Friendship to Grand Fiesta Trivia, a quiz show for a cause, on Friday, 25 August 2017 at P.O.P.S. All-Filipino Eatery. Participants were asked to register in teams of 3 to 10 and pay an admission fee of P300.00 per

person to play. The competition began at 7:30 PM and consisted of 4 rounds with 3 categories per round. Each category consisted of 7 questions. Trivia questions ranged from general information, history, geography, sports, science, music, pop culture, etc. A total of 10 teams registered for the trivia challenge. Top teams were awarded over P50,000.00 in prizes. Grand Fiesta Trivia was made possible by Epson, Dahilayan Adventure Park, 4DaBoys, Echo Store, The Pink Box, Nailandia

SM CDO Downtown Premier, Avon, Ribs and Bibs, and Coco Bay. Part of the proceeds from the event will be donated to Rotary International for the benefit of the PolioPlus campaign. Eradicating polio worldwide is Rotary’s top philanthropic goal. Since Rotary and its partners launched the Global Polio Eradication Initiative nearly 30 years ago, the incidence of polio has plummeted by more than 99.9 percent, from about 350,000 cases a year to just 37 cases in 2016. To sustain this progress, and protect all children from polio, Rotary has committed to raising US$50 million per year over the next three years in support of global polio eradication efforts. The Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation will match Rotary’s commitment 2:1. Without full funding and political commitment, this paralyzing disease could return to previously polio-free countries, putting children everywhere at risk. Rotary brings together a global network of volunteer leaders dedicated to tackling the world’s most pressing humanitarian challenges. Rotary connects 1.2 million

The relevance of teaching Edukasyon sa Pagpakatao By MARY MAR JOMO Macanhan Elementary School

THE relevance of teaching Edukasyon sa Pagpapakatao as a subject is heightened by the urgent need to strengthen the moral fiber of society. For national moral recovery, DECS or what is known then as the Department of Education, Culture and Sports introduced the DECS Values Education Program in 1998 emphasizing social reform through the inner t ransfor mat ion of t he individual. That was in support of then President Corazon Aquino’s 1988 Moral Recovery Program.

T h e D E C S Va l u e s Education Program had its centrepiece in the offering of Values Education as a subject in all grade levels the same subject on what is offered now in the K to 12 curriculum as Edukasyon sa Pagpapakatao. Edukasyon sa Pagp ap a kat ao touches the minds, hearts and hands of the students. It makes the students realize that responsibility has a horizontal and vertical dimension, that they have to reach out to their fellow

citizens. Edukasyon sa Pa g p ap a k at a o i s a l s o strengthened by Republic Act (RA) 10533 or the Enhanced Basic Education Act of 2013. That law states that the K-12 curriculum is developed based on the principle of spiral progression. It means that basic concepts, big ideas and important tasks are revisited in every grade level in an ever deepening inquiry and increasing complexity through engaging problems and applications.

The Rotary Club of Cagayan de Oro Premier awarded the first place winner, Team Kurimawz, with a cash prize of P7,000.00, lechon, goodie bags, gift certificates and other exciting prizes.

members of more than 35,000 Rotary clubs in over 200 countries and geographical areas. Their work improves lives at both the local and international levels, from helping families in need in their own communities to working toward a polio-free world. Visit endpolio. org for more about Rotary and its efforts to eradicate polio. For information on the Rotary Club of Cagayan de Oro Premier or ways to work with Rotary in your community, contact the club at rccdopremier@ yahoo.com, or use the contact form on their website www. rotarycdopremier.org. RC CDO Premier meets every Thursday, 6:30 PM at Sentro 1850, Don A. Velez St. PR

Preparing senior high students to work in the BPO industry By Ma. AMELIA O. WAGA Puerto National High School

THE phenomenon of creating a senior high system in the countr y has allowed graduates to already work even at a mere 18 years of age. They mostly will be employed in the technical sector and one of the most vibrant of these sectors is the BPO industry. To ensure a continued supply of BPO workers, the various BPO companies in the Philippines is already

working among senior high schools from universities and public and private school alike to roll out training software for call centers. C all centers by the way isn’t just about taking or dialing calls. It also involves encoding that’s why it’s an encompassing industry which can generate thousands of jobs – numbers that senior high graduates by March 2018 are hungry

to grab. In f a c t , c omp an i e s are targeting senior high students as the new workers for the BPO industry as they are already supposed to be employable after finishing the new two-year senior high program. The rationale of this is that the senior high school graduates will fill in the absence of college graduates in 2019 as a result of our educational system’s transition.

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“To teach is to learn twice” An article written by JOSIE A. SALALIMA

A famous French moralist and essayist, Joseph Joubert has quoted “To teach is to learn twice”. His words will always be true since ‘to be a learner twice’ involves the transformation of a teacher in a twofold manner- that is when he teaches, he also learns. Teachers learn through his application of the latest educational strategies to handle the different subject competencies. While teaching, we continuously learn to search new and improved ways to conform with the up-to-date educational approaches. Tr ai n i ng work shop s for teachers are conducted

with an aim of improving the teaching strategies and approaches especially that we are now in the 21st century. Learning from students who are digitally involved with their wide use of the internet, te x t m e ss ag i ng , s o c i a l networking, and multimedia will also challenge us to apply technology in the classroom. Students expect similar level of technology use in school. This is where the challenge lies. Classrooms should have access to different forms of technology like electronic equipment used to enhance instruction. Technology has become a remarkable and useful tool in the classroom

and teachers are expected to make use of it. Students learned more with computer aided instruction. It may range from desktops to laptops that allow students and teachers to access the internet or view educational materials like watching documentary films. Teachers must never stop learning new ways to improve teaching. Teaching and learning is inseparable. As I teach, I learn more about my subject and myself. I teach and learn at the same time. I attended seminar workshops and graduate studies as my own way of looking for new opportunities in learning.

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the unit – usually a developer or the loan-originating bank – thereby taking ownership of the property while assuming responsibility for collecting on the mortgage.

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global warming and climate change, and the coming of deadly and destructive rains, floods, and winds, were in reality predicted to happen to the world. The Bible contained these predictions, with stunning accuracy yet. In its Book of Curses, the Bible warned that global warming and climate change will come. In His discourses among the people of His time, Jesus Christ, our God and Savior, warned that rains, floods, and winds will come. There will be death and destruction from these calamities, yes, but the Bible explained why these aberrations are coming. The Bible wrote that death and destruction will come from these calamities because people have turned their backs on God, not listening to Him anymore, not obeying His commands anymore. Clearly, if mankind will want to minimize or entirely avoid these death and destruction at least, people should reform, by listening to, and obeying, God all over again. That is a way that we must all try to do at this point! -ooo WATCH “ANG TANGING

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from page 5 served,” Housing and Urban Development Coordinating Council (HUDCC) Chairperson Eduardo D. del Rosario was quoted in a statement as saying. Pag-IBIG earlier reported that its housing loans grew 17% year-on-year to P28.8 billion in the January to June period, which translated to 36,139 families who have availed of the loan product. Mr. Moti earlier said that the agency aims plans to sign mortgage agreements on 82,000 housing units before the close of the year, equivalent to about P65 billion in housing loans, up 13% from the P57.31billion housing loan takeout recorded in 2016, which covered 77,503 borrowers. Takeout is the process by which a mortgage lender such as Pag-IBIG pays the owner of

The future of science education globally By MARY MAR JOMO Macanhan Elementary School

STEM industries anywhere in the world is booming. STEM of course refers to science, technology, engineering and math. STEM industries account for more than half of the sustained economic expansion and grows 32 percent faster than any other industry. In a time when young people face an increasingly hostile and competitive job market, doesn’t it make sense to teach them the skills for the industries that have an excess of job opportunities? Society and the demands of the workforce are changing at a rapid rate. Education needs to keep up with industry demands in order for there

to be a seamless cohesion between a child’s education and their adult life. The most effective way of getting pupils excited about what they’re learning is to link it to real life situations and opportunities. The challenge of engagement affects the whole of e du c at i on an d ST E M subjects in particular are often perceived as difficult, boring or simply not for them. Science must be taught in such a way to create positive feelings of achievement and wonder at a young age in the hope that this will build a longlasting love for science and give the foundation skills student will need in going forward.

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Saycon chased them. Mercader hid in the river for seven hours, while Alvarez and Eleazar sought cover in the bush the whole night. They were found at the Bacungan barangay hall at around 8 am on August 24. Meanwhile, DENR Mimaropa regional director Natividad Bernardino said Eyala’s promotion takes effect immediately. “This is the least we can do to express our appreciation to Lito (Eyala’s nickname) for his commitment to live up to his duty as a protector of the forest and our environment,” Bernardino said. Eyala, who was still having difficulty speaking, appeared overwelmed and almost teary-eyed when he gave a thumbs-up sign. B ernardino said that due recognition will also be given to other members of Eyala’s team. The DENR is now preparing to file criminal charges against Saycon, who is now under the custody of the Philippine National Police in Puerto Princesa City after he was arrested during a followup operation on August 24. Cimatu wanted the CENRO to charge Saycon with violation of Republic Ac t No. 9175 or t he

Effective teaching can be done by being consistent with learning. Those who dare to teach must never stop learning. Being a teacher always involve a constant progression of learning and discovery of educational standards that we can give to our students. Chainsaw Act of 2002 and other forestry laws, aside from the attempted murder or homicide to be filed by Eyala.

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of f i c e s ( P E N RO s ) an d community environment and natural resources offices (CENROs) are tasked to reach out to LGUs before, during and after the closure of illegal dumpsites. During post-closure, PENROs and CENROs will continue the monitoring and update the existing database on open dumpsites. The DENR will also reinforce programs, such as the establishment of materials recovery facilities or MRFs and the conversion of waste to energy to aid in resolving waste disposal issues. According to a study conducted by the National Solid Waste Management Commission, every person living in Metro Manila produces 0.7 kilogram of waste daily. Wi t h a n e s t i m a t e d population of 13 million, the total waste generated in the metropolis could run up to 9,200 metric tons (MT) per day; 276,900 MT per month, or 3.3 million MT per year. Insects and pests in open dumpsites are disease vectors, while leachate from solid waste can contaminate groundwater tables and surface waters. Methane gases f rom dumpsites could affect the health of exposed populations and contribute to global warming.

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The study frame is not yet time-bound, he said, but the legislative would be expecting it to be resultsfocused, principally on critical concerns such as system redundancies of nuclear plants to withstand safety and security risks; strategy on the development of local human resource on nuclear operations and management; setting up of the regulatory and policy f rame works; and other important facets including waste disposal or transport of radioactive materials and even propounded recycling of spent fuel. “They (DOE officials) requested for P50 million to set up that nuclear study and we agreed to that, and definitely they promised that they will share with us the results,” Gatchalian reiterated. Focal points of the study result he wants to see would be on the redundancy system of a nuclear power project and the ensuing cost; and how the next batch of energy enthusiasts could be lured into the nuclear engineering field as well as related disciplines. “Most of t he recent constructions of nuclear power plants are beyond bu d ge t b e c aus e of t he redundancy systems… also, domestic human resource and expertise, the way to develop that should also be part of the equation,” Gatchalian said. After a botched nuclear power program back in the 1980s, the Philippines will effectively be re-taking “baby steps” on building up human knowledge and expertise on the development, risk management and operation of such technology that could advance goals of energy security. Particularly for Slovenia which will be visited again this year by the Philippine-DOE and with it now inching close to 40 years on the operation of its Krśko nuclear power facility, one prescriptive tone set had been that “relying solely on the knowledge and competence of foreign experts could come as a ‘dangerous play’ for countries intending to take their foray into nuclear power in their energy mix agenda.”

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confirmation that the bird flu strain found in Pampanga tested positive for H5N6, a virus that can be transmitted to humans although the “rate of mortality and transmission is very, very low,” ABS-CBN News quoted Dr. Arlene Vytiaco, Bureau of Animal Industry veterinarian, as saying. The same report quoted Pinol as saying the bird flu issue triggered a drop in the prices of chicken from P80 to P10 per head and that 80 million kilograms of chicken are available in cold storage, that it is safe for consumption and that he would schedule a “boodlefight” where the President will eat chicken dishes to prove the point.

Assemblyman Zia Alonto Ad i o n g , s p o k e s p e r s o n of the Provincial Crisis Management Committee told MindaNews on Sunday that the proposal to give chicken from Central Luzon may be well-intentioned but “masyadong insulting” (it is so insulting). “Kung concerned sila sa pagkain namin, dapat matagal na nilang ginawa yun, hindi kung kailan nagka-issue ng bird flu at wala nang bumibili sa stocks nila. Hindi nila alam ang maratabat ng Meranaw” (If they were concerned with our food, they should have done that a long time ago, not just because of bird flu and no one is buying their stocks,” Adiong said. There is no direct translation of maratabat although many refer to it as “pride and honor.” Dr. Nainobai Disomangcop, a retired professor at the Mindanao State University, had earlier written that maratabat is associated with shame, honor and dignity, rank, self-esteem or ‘amor propio,” reputation and ‘face.’ “But maratabatat is more than any of these,” she said. Disomangcop noted there is no single word or phrase that can clearly define maratabat “for the Maranaos have surrounded it with many socio-psychological concepts of their own.” On social media, the proposal was also received with disdain. “Has the world gone mad? Is this the best thing they can think of ? Chicken from bird flu area to be given to Marawi evacuees?” a Moro government official asked. “Even if certified safe by the Department of Health, what do they think of us, third class citizens? They’ve always treated us like trash so they send their trash to us. Enough is enough,” a retired Moro government official said. “Sensitivities” He said the mass displacement caused by the still ongoing war “is replete with sensitivities that ought to be considered in extending humanitarian assistance.” Chicken would have been a welcome meal for displaced residents particularly because most of the relief items are canned goods and noodles. Bud Adiong said they are “partly apprehensive that such would be misinterpreted as belittling the health concern of our evacuees and might even lead to further alienation.” Adiong called on concerned agencies that in their efforts to salvage the poultry industry in Luzon, “we must also put primacy to the health security of the affected civilians cramped in evacuation centers.” Samira Ali Gutoc of the Ranao Rescue Team told MindaNews “we assert IDP rights in combating disease and vulnerability to virus.” Drieza Liningding, Secretary-General of the B angs amoro National Movement for Peace and D e v e l o p m e nt a n d c o -

founder of the militant youth organization, Free The Bangsamoro Movement, said the sending of chicken to Meranaw IDPs is “ridiculous and extremely irresponsible and insensitive to begin with.” He said what angers him is the statement that the chicken will be distributed to Marawi evacuees or these will be rendered useless. He said officials are “not only adding insult to our miseries but rubbing salt to our injuries as if our lives and health do not matter. Our leaders and people should refuse this chicken. If they are really for the welfare of the IDPs they could instead give carabao meat to us or goat as we also celebrate ‘Eidul Adha,” the feast of the holy sacrifice on September 1. (Carolyn O. Arguillas / MindaNews)

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from page 1 i n t h e Vi s ay a s an d Mindanao. The project, he said, will also help make the city “the most vibrant city centers in t he S out he ast Asi an Region” as the developer has also brought St. Luke’s Medical Center to set up a 250-bed hospital in the project. “This huge capital outlay is expected to provide more opportunities for the city,” he said, adding that the project is expected to create about 13,000 jobs over time. The first phase of the project, including the hospital, is expected to be operating by 2022. The Alcantara Group is known for building 11 residential communities in Mind anao including L a d i s l a w a , Wo o d r i d g e Park, L as Ter razas and

No r t h c r e s t . Ay a l a h a s established 55 grown centers and 22 estates all over the country. Ayala also has a presence in the city with its anchor proj e c t Abre e z a E s t at e which includes the Abreeza Mall, Seda Hotel, Alveo and Avida residential towers and a BPO corporate center. It has invested around P15 billion in the city in the last eight years and eyes another P10 billion in the next two to three years. “We are projecting a P 2 0 - bi l l i on i nve st me nt in the next 8-10 years to activate Azuela Cove,” Mr. Manuel said in an interview. Ay a l a L a n d i s a l s o b r i n g i n g t o t h e c i t y, through the project, its exclusive condominium br an d , t h e Ay a l a L an d Premier. The builder is working on gett ing t he necessar y p ermits s o it can sell it to the upscale market. “We are confident that the market is ready for our projec t (e ven w hen the prices are more expensive than the present projects in the city),” he said. Aside from the h o spit a l an d t h e h i g h end condominium development, Azuela Cove — placed under the Aviana Development Corp. — will also feature key amenities like a soccer field that meets international standards and a 2,000-squaremeter tent city, which can accommodate about 1,500 events for concerts and other outdoor events. Another component will be a retail outlet of about 2,000 square meters that will offer new brands and new dining establishments.

Republic of the Philippines Supreme Court of the Philippines REGIONAL TRIAL COURT OF MISAMIS ORIENTAL 10th Judicial Region Branch 44 Initao, Misamis Oriental IN THE MATTER OF PETITION SPEC. PROC. NO. 2017-1435 FOR CANCELLATION OF THE SECOND CERTIFICATE OF LIVE BIRTH OF CHUCK SAQUILLE MAGNO CHUCK SHAQUILLE MAGNO, Petitioner, -VersusTHE LOCAL CIVIL REGISTRAR OF INITAO, MISAMIS ORIENTAL, Respondent. x -----------------------------------------------------------/ ORDER Finding the petition for Cancellation of Second Certificate of Live Birth of Chuck Saquille Magno sufficient in form and substance, the same is set for hearing on November 15, 2017 at 8:30 o’clock in the morning, at this court sitting at the Hall of Justice, Poblacion, Initao, Misamis Oriental. The Civil Registrar concerned and any person having or claiming any interest under the certificate of live birth whose cancellation/correction is sought may, within fifteen (15) days from notice of the petition, file his or her opposition thereto. At the expense of the petitioner, let a copy of this Order be published once a week for three consecutive weeks in a newspaper of general circulation in the Province of Misamis Oriental. Further, let a copy of this Order and the petition be posted at the bulletin boards of the entrance door of this court, Hall of Justice and Municipal Hall, all of Initao, Misamis Oriental. Finally, let a copy of the petition and this Order be furnished to the Office of the Solicitor General and the Office of the Civil Registrar concerned.

SO ORDERED. August 2, 2017, Initao, Misamis Oriental

(SGD.) MARISSA P. ESTABAYA Presiding Judge

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of t he Phi lippines’ (DBPs) Max-Infra in the Dutertenomics, Legislative agenda for Mindanao SME Development, Mindanao Pro ducts Access and Connectivity: Challenges and Opportunities by Secretar y Ramon Lopez D e p a r t m e n t o f Tr a d e and Industr y (DTI), Russia: Exploring the Potentials of Mindanao, and Mindanao Industrial Eco- Zone Development and Opportunities. Me anw h i l e , ke y n ot e speech will be given by Carlos “Sonny” G. Dominguez lll, Secretary of Finance. Vegafria explained that the Oro Chamber has been one of the leading chambers in Mindanao. In fact, Oro Chamber was the first to host MinBizCon several years ago and has been active in the city and the region on certain issues and concerns. He also said that the Department of the Interior and L o ca l G over nment (DILG) secretary has been supportive in the event by sending memo circular to local government units to support MinBizCon 2017. Vegafria explained that MinBizCon is an annual gathering of business leaders in Mindanao to discuss opportunities and economic updates at the same time take a look at issues and concerns and make necessary resolutions for action. (JMOR/PIA10)

empathy and compassion. More so, public ser vice requires living modestly and does not mean entitlement to perks such as business class and first-class accommodations. However, this is not exactly the reality in this country. During President Pnoy’s time, government officials, including Malacañang staff and those in the Cabinet, were urged to commute at least once a month to understand the plight of commuters amid complaints on how the government handled the public transportation problem. The goal then was to expose government officials to fully understand the plight of commuters by taking the public transit regularly. Was the marching order followed to the letter? Of course, nope. Those were plain and simple rhetoric. Forget your proposed bill, Rep. Abayon. You are just wasting your time. (ruffy44_ ph2000@yahoo.com)

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Republic of the Philippines REGIONAL TRIAL COURT OF MISAMIS ORIENTAL 10th Judicial Region Branch 18 Cagayan de Oro City EJF FILE NO. 2017-284 HOME DEVELOPMENT MUTUAL FUND Or PAG-IBIG FUND, Mortgagee, FOR: EXTRA-JUDICIAL -versus- FORECLOSURE OF REAL ESTATE MORTGAGE SALVADOR C. POMADA married to MA. THERESA V. POMADA, Mortgagors, X------------------/ Upon extra-judicial petition for sale under Act 3135 as amended, filed by Home Development Mutual Fund or Pag-ibig Fund, Mortgagee, with branch office at PAG-IBIG Fund Bldg., J.R. Borja St., Cagayan de Oro City, against Salvador C. Pomada married to Ma. Theresa V. Pomada, Mortgagors, with postal address at Lot 27, Block 7, PSD10-058579, Bellevue Subd., Upper Carmen, Cagayan de Oro City, to satisfy the mortgage indebtedness which as of June 13, 2017, amounted to ONE MILLION SEVENTY THREE THOUSAND FOUR HUNDRED SEVEN PESOS and 79/100 (Php1,073,407.79) Philippine Currency, exclusive of penalty, the undersigned Sheriff will sell at public auction on September 8, 2017, at 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at the Regional Trial Court, Branch 18, Hall of Justice (City Tourism Hall), Cagayan de Oro City, to the highest bidder for CASH and in Philippine Currency, the following property described below including all existing improvements found thereon, to wit: Transfer Certificate of Title No. 137-2015003811 Lot : Portion of Lot : Land Use : Location : Area :

Lot 27, Blk 7, PSD-10-058579 Lot 1, PCS-10-004054 Residential Carmen, Cagayan de Oro City 95 sq. m., more or less

All sealed bids must be submitted to the undersigned on the abovestated time and date. In the event auction sale cannot take place for whatever legal reason, the same will proceed on the following working day, without further notice, posting and publication. Prospective buyers may investigate for themselves the title herein above described and encumbrance thereon, if any there be. Cagayan de Oro City, August 11, 2017. FOR THE EX-OFFICIO PROVINCIAL SHERIFF (SGD.) NIZA P. TACANDONG Sheriff IV BWM: Aug. 16, 23 & 30, 2017

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Wednesday | August 30, 2017

Casio sponsors math training for Oro teachers C

Story and Photos by MARK FRANCISCO

AGAYAN DE ORO CITY â€“ The e-Education of Project of Japan reached another achievement for the benefit of schoolchildren in Cagayan de Oro. Through the efforts

of the group of young professional volunteers from Japan, e-Education has enlisted the help of Casio to sponsor a seminar for Grade 11 math teachers in Cagayan de Oro from both the public and private school sector.

In the seminar, lecturer Dr. Rodulfo Aunzo Jr. introduced the participants to the new Casio ClassWiz series which make easier for students to tackle their math problem solving dilemmas. Featuring a high resolution LCD technology, ClassWiz

makes it possible to display on the screen twice the number of characters in normal size and six times the number in small size compared with previous models. The key notation uses signs and symbols like those found in math textbooks, making input fast and

easy. Variables and statistical calculation results stored in memory can be displayed in lists, eliminating the need to recall and confirm individual values. It also features spreadsheet calculations, 4x4 matrix calculations, calculation of simultaneous equations with for unknowns and quartic equations and advanced statistical distribution calculations. There were a total of 31 participants in the seminar entitled as Integrated Technology in Performance TechBased Teaching/Learning Mathematics in the K-12 Curriculum. They come from six schools namely Xavier University Senior High School, Gusa Regional Science High School, Cagayan de Oro National High School â€“ SHS, Lapasan National High School, Bulua National High School and Macabalan National High School. Romeo Aclo, e-Education Cagayan de Oro project director, said that these schools

are piloted to use Casio ClassWiz and the trained math teachers will reciprocate the learning they have received to other schools regionwide. e-Education of Japan led by Yusuke Yoshikawa is committed to help the schoolchildren of Mindanao, specifically Cagayan de Oro. In the past, it has donated materials for two open high schools here and in Camiguin as well as e-learning materials to the City Schools Division of Cagayan de Oro under superintendent Elena Borcillo.