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2016: The year that was Volume VI, No. 177
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The series of tragedies that have befallen this country this year, has led many to believe that this is the “ugliest year.” A Worst Drought coupled with massacre: A mature and “strong” El Niño from December 2015 to February 2016 led to severe drought which hit Mindanao provinces, particularly North Cotabato. More than 60 provinces including the provinces in Mindanao were affected by the end of April. PAGASA in its drought/dry spell assessment reported that 11 provinces were affected by dry spell and 1 province by drought in Mindanao. Bullets instead of rice The drought led Kidapawan farmers to stage a protest over the government’s no action on their hunger. But a violent dispersal of protesters on April 1, 2016 left three farmers dead and around 200 others wounded. Now deceased, former senator Miriam Santiago who was then running for president said the government should be held accountable for the tragic incident. Santiago who was in the thick of the presidential campaign said: “It is vile enough that this administration has failed to support the farmers and lumads of Kidapawan during the prolonged drought in Mindanao,” “But it is downright inhuman for them to shoot at the same people begging for help.” Santiago lambasted the Aquino administration for lack of compassion when it answers pleas for help with bursts of gunshot.” Mayor Rodrigo Duterte said, on the incident, that the government had been
“impervious to the suffering of the people.” “Duterte said the blood of the victims was on President Benigno Aquino III’s hands and that he cannot escape blame and responsibility for the “barbaric” PRESIDENTIAL ELECTIONS incident — alluding to other infamous events like the Mamasapano encounter, Hacienda Luisita clash and the so-called Mendiola massacre.,” a report stated. “It all the more becomes more tragic and despicable that the same bloodline that benefited from the ESDA 1986 revolt have soiled their hands with the blood and tears of the Filipino people that allowed them into power,” Duterte said as he called the Aquino-Cojuangco clan a symbol of the landlord class or ruling elite. Global Woes Even in the global arena, FLOODS 2016 was dubbed as the worst ever due to : Brexit (British exit), Donald Trump’s election as US president, and the rise of atrocities committed by the ISIS. These, the observers, say could change the economic and political life of the ingernational communities. In the Philippines, however, many predicted that the election of Davao City mayor Rodrigo Duterte as President in the May 2016 hotly-contested elections is the realization of the long-dreamed CHANGE for the better life of Filipinos. Duterte’s landslide victory with a whopping 16 million votes was seen as the chance of Mindanao to be in the frontline of national See yearend, page A7 TYPHOON DESTROYS BOSTON, DAVAO
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EDC eyes transfer of CO issuance from BOC to DTI T
he Export Development Council (EDC) is seeking the transfer of releasing the certificate of origin or CO from the Bureau of Customs (BOC) to the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI). Emmarita Mijares, deputy executive director of the ED C, said that under the Customs Modernization and Tariff Act (CMTA), “the certificate of origin can be transferred to another agency.” Mijares made the statement during a trade conference on how to do business in free trade areas (FTAs) held recently in Quezon City. Responding to a query on the floor on how the release of the CO could be facilitated, Mijares said they are now working on having it issued not by the BOC but by the DTI or the Philippine Economic Zone Authority (PEZA). She added, “Sa ngayon pinag-aaralan po ay ang PEZA at ang DTI [Right n ow b e i ng s tu d i e d i s having the function of CO release moved to PEZA and DTI].” The executive added that across the world, it is only the Philippines
and Singapore that still issue the certificate of or ig in t hroug h t he customs agency. In other countries, COs “are given by their trade and industry agencies or the chambers of commerce,” she pointed out. By successfully including a prov ision in the CMTA allowing for the transfer of the function, there is now a legal basis for pursuing such an initiative, said Mijares. On when this might be accomplished, she said it may not happen in the coming year yet because of the many details that still need to be resolved. But Mijares emphasized that what is crucial is that the legal framework has been put in place. “Actually 2017 is too early.Â… At least meron nang naumpisahan, may legal basis na. Matagal po naming pinaglaban ang legal basis and that is the more important thing (At least work on it has started and there is a legal basis for it. We fought hard for the legal basis and that is the more important thing).” T h e E x p o r t Development Council is a public-private partnership created by the government
to develop and oversee the implementation of the Philippine Exp or t Development Plan (PEDP) and coordinate the formulation and implementation of policy reforms to support the
plan. Mijares also discussed t he PE DP 2 0 1 5 - 2 0 1 7 , saying that in the coming year, the focus will be on diversifying markets and products, and identifying and developing export
capabilities in products where global demand is growing. The plan will also address bottlenecks that undermine the competitiveness of exporters, and boost the potential of goods
and ser vices where the Philippines can be competitive. She said there will be more outbound business missions abroad next year tapping new markets such as Russia and Iran.
Nu me rous e x p or t and business opportunities await Philippine enterprises in Iran if they can only overcome their misconceptions about the western Asian countr y, according to an Iranian diplomat. Ambassador of Iran Mohammad Tanhaei told Filipino enterprises that there is a large untapped market for their products in his country and urged them to do research on Iran as a frontier export destination. Cosmetics is among these goods enjoying high d emand, s ai d Tan haei in his recent talk at a t rade s eminar on ne w destinations for Philippine exports, organized by the D e p a r t m e nt o f Tr a d e
and Industr y-Export Marketing Bureau. “Iran is one of the main destinations of cosmetics in the Persian Gulf,” he emphasized. “Cosmetics can be a good [starting] ground for the Filipino exporters to [supply to] Iran.” According to the Iranian Association of Cosmetics, Toiletries and Pe r f u me r y Imp or te rs , Iran at present accounts for US$2.1 billion of the Middle East’s $7.2-billion beauty products market, second in the region after Saudi Arabia. Beauty products highly sought by Iranians reportedly include makeup, skin-care, and anti-aging products. Ta n h a e i r e l a t e d how he helped one cosmetic company in the Philippines go to Iran for market exploration and the firm confirmed that the amount of business to be done there was huge. The company has started
to look into exporting cosmetics products that are coconut oil-based, like lipsticks, to Iran. He noted that with the lifting of trade sanctions against his country, there is a ls o “a ver y st rong appetite” for fashion items such as men’s, women’s, and children’s clothing that Filipino businesses can meet. Besides cosmetics and clothing, Iran is likewise seeking direct exporters of g ro c e r y it e m s a n d agricultural products. The diplomat added that Filipino firms c an a ls o l o ok to Ir an f o r j o i nt v e nt u r e s i n various fields, including pharmaceuticals, an area where Iran is a big producer and where Philippine firms can seek partnerships in areas like packaging. He said his countr y also possesses high expertise in technology, and is willing to share its knowledge in producing
pharmaceuticals and construction materials like cement. “ There is a lot of advantage in doing business with Iran whether i mp or t i ng , e x p or t i ng , or establishing joint ventures,” he said. But Tanhaei observed that there are barriers to developing trade between the two countries. Iranian companies are not knowledgeable about what businesses can be developed with Filipino partners, often skipping the Philippines on their visits overseas. There is also the misconception about the level of safety and security in Iran, as Filipinos often confuse the country with Iraq. Tanhaei assured that his country is not only a safe place to visit, but a profitable “virgin” market for establishing business ties. He invited interested domestic suppliers to go to the Iranian embassy in t he Phi lippines for information and assistance on entering the market.
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Pinoy Christmas traditions and practices In a predominantly Catholic country like the Philippines, the main Christmas tradition is one of preparation for the coming of the Savior in an atmosphere of family togetherness and in the spirit of sharing. A regular feature of the Christmas season is the traditional lighting of the Christmas Tree and the explosion of light and color in homes, streets, commercial establishments and even some government buildings. Colorful lanterns or “parol” start to make their appearance by September. By this time also, Christmas carols begin to pervade the air. Traditions and practices var y according to time and place so I asked my FB friends, here and abroad, how they observe Christmas. Here are some of their thoughts: What is unusual in the Philippines, notes Amelia H. Lopez, is the early advent of the Christmas season. “(M)erry-making starts from the -ber months, adorning homes with all the trimmings befitting the Birth of our Saviour...” Whether here or abroad, the main prelude to Christmas is the Simbang Gabi in joyful expectation of the arrival of the Savior. This is usually followed on Christmas eve/ Christmas day, by the family reunion. “It is a tradition to sing
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“Happy Birthday Jesus” and all will blow the candle in the cake and have our own wishes. We also list the things we are thankful for in a card and share it during our noche buena meal, followed by (the) giving of gifts.” – Awee Raton-Hibanada “Millions of Filipinos may be miles away from the Philippines but Christmas is a perfect time to relive traditions that bring back memories of childhood. In California, Simbang Gabi is celebrated by many faithfuls…. Last night, at the St. Philomena Church in Carson, CA, mass was celebrated by Archbishop Oscar Solis. There was a chorale group and a parol contest, too. A get-together with food and entertaiment sponsored by an organization or company concludes the evening each time. The nostalgia of Pasko - - -early dawn mass, puto bumbong, bibingka, carolers, parols, presence of families and friends- - - is hauntingly present during this season. Nothing can make one feel more homesick for the Philippines than the holidays.” - Malou C. Mariano “Going to Christmas eve church service to remember the birth of Jesus, going on Skype to greet family in the Philippines…. Reading the first Christmas story before our kids open their presents on Christmas morning, then
eating lunch/dinner with American family, watching Christmas lights on our way home. Months before Christmas, we send a balikbayan box for relatives.” – Shirley Kessler “Christmas is a Reunion Day. Since all of our 7 children have their own famillies now, we do not expect them anymore to spend their Noche Buena in our house. But on Christmas day, they come to the house and stay for the whole day till late at night. We have games, programs, presentations by the “apos”, etc. Some spend the night with us. (F)eeling sad and lonely, we will wait again for a year to see everybody and be together again even for a day or two only.” - Babie H. Dulay “Since both of us (KOICHI and I) were hoteliers, we were usually working on Christmas eve, so the children joined us in the hotel for dinner.” - Chelie Teofisto Tanaka Those who cannot be together, relive and pine for the good old days. “We used to always spend our Christmas Eve in the Church together with the whole family. But this year we cannot do it again because we now live far apart from each other. Because of poverty, we looked for greener pasture in far away places. I hope that we will celebrate the next Christmas time
Divide and Conquer
PAT SAMONTE CHRIS PANGANIBAN Regional Editor Caraga Regional Editor-Davao Think a minute…Mil lions of children today Rene Michael BaÑos uRIEL C. QUILINGUING Regional Editor Northmin Contributing Editor come from broken fami-
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lies. But have you ever wondered if children of divorced parents totally get over it? Do they bounce back to live truly healthy, happy lives? Or are there any long-term damages done to kids by their parents divorcing? Recent statistics show that 90 percent of children from divorced families experienced serious shock, grief, and fears. 50 percent felt rejected and abandoned. One third of the kids feared being left even by the parent they were still living with. Two thirds experienced extreme loneliness for their other parent they were not living
with. And surprisingly, 37 percent of the children were even more unhappy 5 years after the divorce than they were when it first happened. In other words, time did not heal their wounds and pain. After the children of divorced parents grew up, 40 percent of them never married, compared to only 16 percent of children who grew up with both their parents. Children of divorce were more likely to use drugs and alcohol before age 14. They had less social skills and confidence, and were less successful at university. They were also more likely to commit crimes. Girls whose parents divorced experimented with sex at
an earlier age and were more likely to get pregnant as unmarried teenagers. In fact, the evidence is very strong that the damage from divorce in one way or another lasts a lifetime. You see, since marriage is the foundation of the family, it makes sense that if you destroy the marriage you destroy the family. The old saying “Divide and Conquer” has been working to hurt and destroy millions of children’s lives. That’s exactly what divorce in a family does. But if you’ve already divorced, it’s never too late to start loving and putting your children first. In fact, the only one who can help you fix and heal the damage to your family is the one
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Ignacio Bunye together again.” - Wilma Nacionales Others, make an effort to at least be ‘virtually” together with their families. “As a seafarer, we celebrate our Christmas with our family by at least getting online for a couple of minutes (due to time difference) just to greet ever ybody at home on Christmas Eve. Afterwards, we go back to duty. After duty, we celebrate with a can of beer with colleagues, greeting each other ‘Buon Natale’. Then we go to sleep because tomorrow is another work day in the middle of the sea.” – LJ Others celebrate with their dear departed. I remember a poignant scene years ago when I was a child. Just before we started our Noche Buena, my father stood silently in prayer before the oil portraits of his parents. In one brief unusual moment, I thought I saw my father teary-eyed. Raquel Ramos comments: “When our nanay died, we started celebrating Christmas in the cemetery. Now that they’re both gone, the more reason to celSee bunye, page A7
Think A Minute
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who created families. So why not ask Jesus Christ to forgive you for your mistakes and wrongs you’ve done to your mate and children? Then ask Jesus to help you start changing. He’ll help you to love your mate and children without conditions, so they can become the strong, happy and successful adults you want them to be. Just Think a Minute...
Daily inspiration
“Worry is praying for what you don’t want”
Juvy Sarraga
What do you find yourself repeatedly thinking about? Does it tend to be a thing of worry? Do you find yourself thinking on the same topics often? Are these topics concerns for something in the future? What we spend our time thinking about tends to consume us. To worry is to dwell on the fear of things to come. Fear and worry are partners of despair. Fear paralyzes our thoughts.
Worry intensifies those thoughts and situation. Fear limits vision. Worry cripples vision. Fear zaps energy. Worry controls energy and destroys hope. What quality of thoughts do you choose to feed? Could you flip your thoughts around? Could you dwell on things that are true, good and worthy? Hope needs space in your thoughts and fresh air to grow and so do you.
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Draft bill on reform of lending law will allow MSMEs to secure bank loans S takeholders are being asked to support a draft legislative bill seeking to reform the lending system in the country to enable more micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) to gain access to bank credit.
Chester Abellera, a legal consultant of the World Bank-affiliate International Finance Corporation, said in a recent business forum that it is high time the country’s outmoded financing laws are reformed so MSMEs can benefit from the lower
ICT in elementary education GEMMA S. CABANACAN Bulua Central School
ICT stands for information and communication technology. It is the phenomenal rise of obtaining information the fastest way since the world began. This phenomenon – through the Internet and use of text messages in cellular phones – is experienced not just by young people but even by the older generation as well. Thus, it is only rational that elementary students must also be familiar with ICT. That is why we must embed that with our elementary education here in the Philippines. This is also needed to bridge the otherwise hyped rural-urban divide. Since elementary education is
seen as general education for literacy, numeracy and life skills in a social setting in the mother tongue. With the introduction of English from Grade 1 and ICT in elementary education, I’m confident that it won’t lead to a mental and physical lethargy as well as social isolation. Computers must be accessible to the rural education sector as well. That is not a problem since aside from governmental budget through DepEd, the Philippines has a lot of donors from other countries such as Japan who are willing to donate computers and other facilities to pave the way for ICT education in rural areas.
interest rates offered by banks. He pushed for support in particular for the passage of the proposed secured transactions reform bill filed in both houses of Congress, which seeks to make acceptable other forms of assets besides real estate as bank collateral. Abellera said the draft bill aims to unify, simplify, and modernize the fragmented and outdated
financing regulations in the country in order for small establishments with no traditional collateral to still secure trade financing. Although said to be “awash in cash,” banks are reluctant to provide loans to MSMEs, which are seen as high-risk clients, thus crippling the growth and expansion of small establishments and startups. In the Senate, Senator Paolo Benigno Aquino IV
filed in July this year Senate Bill No. 354-”An Act Strengthening the Secured Transactions Legal Framework in the Philippines, Which Shall Provide for the Creation, Perfection, Determination of Priority, Establishment of a Notice Registry, and Enforcement of Security Interests in Personal Property, and for Other Purposes,” or otherwise known as the Secured Transactions Act-to “enjoin
our banks to take part in MSME development with less risk.” In his explanatory note, Aquino said: “Despite being a growth area for banks, SME financing is still considered unattractive given the perceived risks, without traditional collateral such as land and other real property.” The problem is that MSMEs’ assets are mostly See loans, page A7
Stakeholders convene for bamboo industry roadmap Key stakeholders in the bamboo sector will meet this month to discuss the implementation of various initiatives in the industry roadmap meant to boost its competitiveness both in the local and overseas markets. The Bamboo Industry Development Roadmap, approved by the Board of Investments in May this year, identified strategies to develop the bamboo sector and contribute to the Philippine economy and to inclusive growth over the next 25 years. The industry’s short, medium and long term development goals include targets for strengthening
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paper. By 2040, the country will have available bamboo raw materials to the tune of 80 million culms, more than sufficient to supply the requirements of the various sectors of the industry. The bamboo furniture and handicrafts industries will have grown by 15 percent by that year. Members of PBID C will meet to also discuss the status of Executive Order (EO) 879 and its implementation under the current administration. EO 879, signed by former President Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo on May 14, 2010, created the PBIDC
to promote the bamboo i ndust r y d e vel opme nt project. It also directed the use of bamboo for at least 25 percent of the desk and other furniture requirements of public elementary and secondary schools and prioritized the use of bamboo in furniture and other construction requirements of government facilities. PBIDC members include Environment Secretary Gina Lopez, Agriculture Secretary Emmanuel Piñol, Science and Technology Secretary Fortunato dela Peña, Education Secretary Leonor Briones, Labor Secretary Rosalinda See convene, page A7
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lobe Telecom said it is ready and well-prepared to accommodate an expected surge in network traffic during the holiday season. The company expects a significant increase in network traffic even as customer behavior in sending holiday greetings continue to evolve, Globe Senior Vice President for Corporate Communications Yoly Crisanto said.
“Growing adoption of smartphone devices, as more and more of our customers continue to shift to a digital lifestyle, is expected to lead to surges in data use. With the seasonal increase in data traffic, we want to assure our customers that Globe is ready and well-prepared to accommodate our customers’ bandwidth requirements,” Crisanto said, adding that Globe also expects similar a surge
in network traffic coming from voice and SMS traffic. Globe recently completed deployment of 500 LTE sites using the 700 megahertz band consistent with efforts to improve internet service in the country. Majority of the company’s L700 sites were deployed mostly in Metro Manila and other highly-populated areas, where majority of customers using LTE-based handsets
are located. In addition, the company also activated 900 additional LTE sites using the company’s additional spectrum allocation in the 2600 megahertz band. With the deployment of LTE sites using both the 700 and 2600 bands, Globe is now able to deliver a more comprehensive LTE coverage in Metro Manila, Metro Cebu, Metro Davao and other major urban areas
in the country. The use of both LTE 700 and LTE 2600 bands, along with the company’s additional spectrum resources, supports the capacity enhancement initiative launched by the company early 2016 intended to elevate the state of internet in the country.
Globe also launched early this year an initiative of creating an internet superhighway by deploying fiber optic cables in 20,000 barangays all over the country to provide faster and more reliable internet access in about 2 million homes nationwide.
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governance, for the first time. “He was able to capture the hearts of many Filipinos because of his campaign promise to achieve “change” by ending criminality, corruption and drug problem in the country,” according to on-line media. WAR VS. DRUGS As his campaign promise to bring forth “real change,” Duterte started his war against drugs. Duterte said he did not realize the severity and seriousness of the drug menace until he became President. “I never have that idea of hundreds of thousands of people in the drug business. And what makes it worst is, they are now operated by people in government, especially those elected officials,” he added. Duterte, came out with a “narco-list, which contained the names of lawmakers, judges, police officials, local officials, and barangay captains. How do you solve the problem of Delima? The worst development in Duterte’s drug war was the alleged involvement of Senator Leila de Lima which Duterte presented to the public in his so-called Bilibid drug matrix. He bared that Delima is the highest public official involved in the narcotics trade. MEDIA REPORTS: (Rappler) Delima has been accused that he has an illicit affair with former bodyguard and driver Ronnie Dayan, who allegedly collected drug money for De Lima from Bilibid inmates A week before De Lima lead the Senate probe into the extrajudicial killings linked to the government’s war on drugs, Duterte made a scathing attack against the senator in a speech at Came Crame on August 17. At first, the President did not name anyone but gave obvious hints that he referred to De Lima, when he alleged that an “immoral” senator used her driver to collect drug money at the NBP. In a news briefing after the event, he confirmed that he was referring to De Lima. De Lima’s reply: Character assassination, abuse of power by Duterte Facing reporters later that day, a teary-eyed De Lima called Duterte’s accusation as “character assassination.” Still, she said, the President will not stop her from launching the Senate probe into the spate of killings in the war on drugs. De Lima, however, neither confirmed nor denied her supposed illicit affair with her driver. A more feisty De Lima was seen days after, first saying in a press conference at the Senate that Duterte was abusing and misusing his executive power.
“How does one defend oneself, when the attacker is immune from suit, and has all the backing of executive power to support him in his personal attack?” asked De Lima. She then asked the President to spare her family and friends from the attacks. She said she already contemplated not to pursue the Senate probe, but lamented that she cannot abandon her role as public servant. Duterte does not think his accusation was below the belt, telling De Lima that she brought the remarks upon herself. (READ: Duterte to De Lima: Don’t complain, you’re a public official) “Anong ‘spare the family’? ‘Pag nasa public eye ka (What do you mean, ‘spare the family’? When you’re in the public eye) De Lima, your life is an open book,” said the President. Two days later, De Lima holds another press conference to deny her alleged links to the drug trade, saying she is “willing to be shot” if proven otherwise. Mindanao crisis over armed conflicts ZAMBOANGA Over 118 000 people were displaced in September 2013 by armed confrontation between the Armed Forces of the Philippines and a splinter group of the Moro National Liberation Front (MNLF); 17 000 remain displaced to date, mostly from the indigenous Tausug and Badjao populations. The lack of durable solutions for the remaining IDPs worsens the need for sustainable livelihoods, access to safe water supply and other basic services. CENTRAL MINDANAO At least 125 000 people were displaced by the Spring 2015 offensive by the Armed Forces of the Philippines against the Bangsamoro Islamic Freedom Fighters (BIFF), during which people fled from the area to avoid being caught in the gunfire, aerial bombing, shelling and mortar fire. Most of the originally displaced have returned, but they continue to be affected by outbreaks of violence. Recent clashes in 2016 have caused renewed displacement and currently 72 500 are displaced and in need of humanitarian assistance. The severe drought caused by El Nino has further exacerbated the humanitarian situation in this area. NORTH EAST MINDANAO Hundreds of families belonging to the indigenous peoples, Manobo and Higaonon (Lumad, as known locally) in north-eastern Mindanao, fled following attacks by a paramilitary group in September 2015. The Philippine Government Commission on Human Rights cites the incident as a clear violation of IHL. Presently 3 900 continue to live in evacuation centres, the biggest of which in Tandag with 2 275 IDPs. BASILAN AND SULU The armed confrontation
Saturday, December 31, 2016 between government troops and the Abu Sayyaf Group continues to cause displacement. It is estimated that 11 000 are displaced, but due to the high insecurity no humanitarian actors are present.
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ebrate Christmas in the same place.” The spirit of sharing and giving, especially to the less privileged, is a common practice and tradition. “Christmas to me is ma king p o or chi ldren happy to let them feel the spirit of Christmas…. I keep busy thinking, buying simple things, simple gifts for the simple happiness of these poor children”. – Rachel Duran Ruelo “In ( Ate ne o ) g r a d e school and high school, we used to have a Christmas package drive to raise goods for the poor. This was a contest between classes (sections)” – Eli H. Navarrete Still, some, like Alice Samera, cannot help but notice the “commercialization” of Christmas. She hopes that we all remember: “Christmas is all about Him! Me handa o walang handa, my family celebrates t he s e as on by thanking God. This is our Thanksgiving Day.” Note: You may email us at totingbunye2000@gmail. com. You may also like us on Facebook at “Speaking Out”.
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personal in nature, such as equipment, inventory, motor vehicles, accounts receivables, and more, said the lawmaker, making it difficult for MSMEs to meet bank requirements to get loan approvals. Thus, the bill underscores the urgency of overhauling old laws, particularly the Chattel Mortgage Law of 1906, which governs movable asset lending in the Philippines. “The current regime recognizes a diverse set of movable assets acceptable as collateral for loan purposes (e.g., motor vehicles, standing crops, like rice, sugarcane, and other agri-aqua commodities, equipment, etc.,); however, these assets are not being fully utilized nor preferred by banks as loan collateral, except motor vehicles, which leaves the law ineffective to increase trade or facilitate access to finance for MSMEs,” said Aquino. Essentially, the Secured Transactions bill strives to “establish a comprehensive legal framework to govern lending transactions that involve the use of personal property as collateral, as well as… a unified, centralized, online notice-based national collateral registry to assure banks that the collateral being submitted has not already been
utilized for another loan.” These reforms, Aquino pointed out, can help increase credit access for CAGAYAN and DE ORO small MAIN BRANCH women busiP & J Lim Bldg., Tiano Brothers Sts., nesses,Tel.Kalambagohan reduce the risks of # (08822) 727-829 * Telefax # (088) 856-1947 non-payment of debt and CAMIGUIN BRANCH B. Aranas rates, St., Poblacion, Mambajao, interest and cut the Camiguin Tel. # (088) 387-0491 rate ofCORRALES non-performing BRANCH Corrales Ave., Cagayan de Oro City loans ofDIVISORIA financial instituBRANCH Atty. Erasmo B. Damasing Bldg., #61 Don A. tions. Velez St., Cagayan de Oro City # (088) 857-3631 ThisTel.measure provides LAPASAN BRANCH “anLapasan opportunity create a Hi-way, Cagayanto de Oro City Tel. # (088) 231-6739 win-win,CARMEN balanced environBRANCH Vamenta Blvd., Cagayan de Oro City ment for Tel. financial # (088) 231-2011institutions and small businesses, which will generate more employment and sustainable livelihood for Filipinos across the country,” he added.
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