Manila Standard - 2017 June 09 - Friday

9 Filipinos get death for invasion of Sabah

By Sara Susanne Fabunan

VOL. XXXI • NO. 115 • 4 SECTIONS 20 PAGES • P18 • FRIDAY, JUNE 9, 2017 • www.manilastandard.net • editorial@thestandard.com.ph

In a decision, the Court of Appeals dismissed their plea against their conNINE Filipinos were sentenced to death viction and sentenced Datu Amidbahar by the Malaysian Court of Appeals on Hushin Kiram, 54, the son of the late Thursday for occupying and waging war Sultan of Sul Jamalul Kiram; Julham in Lahad Datu, Sabah in 2013.

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230 face arrest for Maute links DND list includes local pols, persons of influence

By Joyce Pangco Pañares and Francisco Tuyay

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HE government is hunting down 230 individuals—including incumbent and former politicians—who supported or financed the Maute terrorist group that attacked Marawi City and led President Rodrigo Duterte to declare martial law in Mindanao.

“These are local politicians.

Some of them were defeated in the 2016 polls. Others are persons of influence,” Defense Secretary Delfin Lorenzana told Manila Standard.

These individuals form part of some 230 persons of interest whom Lorenzana, as martial law administrator, ordered arrested.

“The first list is about 130 individuals. The second one is about

100. But we have arrested only three as far as I know: Cayamora [Maute], his daughter and Pre Salic,” Lorenzana added.

Cayamora Maute, father of brothers Omar and Abdullah who are fighting government troops in Marawi City, was arrested on Tuesday at a checkpoint in Toril, Davao City. He was arrested with his daughNext page ter, Norjanah Maute.

EVACUEE. Gela Makababayao, 11, blows bubbles inside a covered

basketball court turned into an evacuation center for the Marawi City evacuees at Maria Cristina Barangay Hall in Iligan on June 8, 2017.

Nearly 200 people have been killed since militants flying black flags of the Islamic State group went on a rampage in Marawi, the main Muslim city in the predominantly Catholic Philippines, on May 23. AFP

Crisis feared if SC pushes ‘joint session’

By Maricel V. Cruz SPEAKER Pantaleon Alvarez on Thursday warned of a possible constitutional crisis if the Supreme Court compels Congress to hold a joint session on President Rodrigo Duterte’s declaration of martial law in Mindanao.

“My advice to the petitioners: Go over your law books. How can the Supreme Court dictate to Congress [on] what to do? They are co-equal bodies,” Alvarez said.

Alvarez said Congress would defy any Supreme Court directive against the President’s declaration.

“I will tear apart any directive issued by Supreme Court telling Congress, dictating to Congress to convene in a joint session,” Alvarez said.

Alvarez said the petitioners

CLEARING OPS. A trooper smashes a door while another (lower panel) squeezes himself into a hole during a house-to-house clearing operation against Maute militants in Marawi City on June 7, 2017. With bomb-proof tunnels, anti-tank weapons hidden in mosques, human shields and a ‘mastery’ of the terrain, Islamist militants holed up in the city are proving a far tougher opponent than military generals expected. AFP

Defense chief absolves Aquino from ‘Marawi’

By Joel E. Zurbano DEFENSE Secretary Delfin Lorenzana on Thursday described rumors linking Senator Paolo Benigno Aquino IV to the Marawi terrorist attack as “too absurd to be believed.”

In his exchange of text messages with the senator, Lorenzana assured Aquino that he “never gave credence to rumors about the lawmaker’s presence in Marawi” days before the skirmish between the government troops and members of the Maute group, as they were “too absurd to be believed.”

On Wednesday, Justice Secretary Vitaliano Aguirre III repeated these rumors and suggested Aquino and other anti-Duterte politicians were seeking to destabilize the government, only to retract his accusation on the same day.

In a radio interview Thursday,

Aquino said Lorenzana also absolved him and other members of the opposition of any involvement in the Marawi attack during a closed-door briefing on martial law.

“During the briefing, I asked Secretary Lorenzana about the fake news being spread, but he laughed and said there was no truth to it,” Aquino said in Filipino.

Aguirre earlier said Aquino was in a meeting with influential Moro clans in Marawi City on May 2, but the senator was actually the commencement speaker at the Polytechnic University of the Philippines in Pasay City, then attended a session of the Senate.

On May 19, Aquino was in Marawi City for the inauguration of the first Negosyo Center in the Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao with the vice governor and several Armed Next page Forces officers.

Cops in Espinosa slay slapped with homicide

By Rey E. Requejo THE Justice department has downgraded to homicide from murder the criminal charges filed against the policemen involved in the killing of then Albuera, Leyte Mayor Rolando Espinosa and his fellow inmate Raul Yap inside the Baybay, Leyte sub-provincial jail last year.

In a motion filed on June 6, Leyte provincial prosecutor Arlene Hunamayor Cordovez informed the Baybay, Leyte Regional Trial Court, Branch 14, of the department’s May 29 resolution downgrading the charges against the accused.

Cordovez said she received a copy of the department’s decision on June 2 ordering her to file the

required motion to amend the information against the policemen led by Supt. Marvin Marcos.

The accused earlier filed a petition seeking to reverse the resolution of a five-man panel of prosecutors that recommended their indictment for murder in March.

The Baybay RTC had effectively suspended the hearing of the case while waiting for the Justice department to decide on the petition.

In its March resolution, the department said Marcos and the other respondents conspired with one another to kill Espinosa and Raul Yap inside their cells.

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have created a situation that could result in a clash between Congress and the Supreme Court.

“There would definitely be a constitutional crisis and it would not be our fault,” Alvarez warned.

He said he could not understand why the petitioners are insisting on a joint session over martial law in Mindanao, since both the Senate and the House of Representatives have adopted their respective resolutions supporting the declaration.

“Maybe the President’s critics are pressing for a joint session of Congress in the hope of creating an opportunity to promote their personal political interests,” Alvarez said.

Alvarez said he could not predict what would happen if a constitutional crisis ensues as a result of the petitions filed before the Supreme Court.

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Maute patriarch, wife, 2 others now in Metro

By F. Pearl A. Gajunera

Pagcor eyes sanctions against Resorts World

By Julito G. Rada STATE-RUN Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corp. said Thursday its board will decide today, Friday, what sanctions to impose on Resorts World Manila for the death of 38 people inside its premises on Friday last week.

The police said 37 of the vic-

tims died of suffocation when a lone gunman, Jessie Carlos, burned parts of the casino and then locked himself in a room, where he set himself on fire and then shot himself.

“On Friday, June 9, the Pagcor Board will deliberate and decide what sanctions will be imposed against RWM,” Pagcor said in a Next page statement.

DAVAO CITY—The father of the terrorist Maute brothers, Cayamora, was transferred to Metro Manila for security reasons, said Eastern Mindanao spokesman for martial law, Brig. Gen. Gilbert Gapay Thursday.

Gapay said that after the inquest proceedings on Wednesday night, Cayamora and his daughter Norjannah Balawag Maute Tingao and her husband Benzar Ali, and one of Cayamora’s wives, Kongan Balawag were charged for illegal possession of firearms and explosives.

“About 9:45 p.m. [Wednesday] they were transported via C130 aircraft of the Philippine Air Force going to Manila for security reason,” Gapay said.

Their driver, Aljon Ismael Salazar, was released after prosecutors Aimee Viscara Mabale and Ma. Cynthia Adao found no probable cause to hold him.

Gapay also said that they are still validating the identification of Norjannah Maute Tingao since they have information that there are two people who share the same name, albeit spelled differently.

Authorities also apprehended the former mayor of Marawi City, Fajad Umpar Salic, together with three others in a checkpoint in Misamis Oriental. Salic was arrested on a charge of rebellion.

The Bureau of Jail Management and Penology on Thursday confirmed that Cayamora Maute, 67, the patriarch of the Maute family, and three others are now in their custody.

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AWAY FROM HOME. In this photo taken on June 6, 2017, patriarch of the Maute clan Cayamora Maute sits inside a police station after his arrest in Davao City, President Rodrigo Duterte’s hometown and 250 kilometers from Marawi.

Jail bureau officials have confirmed that the patriarch is now in their custody in Metro Manila. AFP

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UP gains 7 places in world rank

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NIVERSITY of the Philippines improved on its ranking this year in the latest annual Quacquarelli Symonds World University Rankings released Thursday.

However, Ateneo de Manila University and University of Santo Tomas declined while De La Salle University retained its 2016 ranking.

Massachusetts Institute of Technology in the United States was still no. 1 in the world followed by Stanford University and Harvard University.

Nanyang Technological University in Singapore was the best in Asia and 11th best overall.

UP, the Diliman, Quezon City-based state university, placed 367th, up from 374th in 2016 while Ateneo fell to 551600 from 501-550 and UST to 801-1000 from 701+―although UST was the only Filipino university that obtained four QS stars in employability, facilities, social responsibility and inclusiveness.

De La Salle University maintained its 701-750 band.

“The University of the Philip-

pines gains seven places while Ateneo de Manila drops to the next band,” said QS Research Director Ben Sowter.

“UP Diliman is the flagship university of the UP System.

It is the administrative seat of the system as well as an autonomous university in its own right,” QS World University Rankings said.

“UP Diliman is not only the home of diverse colleges offering 94 graduate and undergraduate courses, it also runs several centers of research of which many have been declared by the Commission on Higher Education as National Centers of Excellence.”

The survey notably ranked UP’s archeology program at 101-150 while Ateneo’s English language and literature subjects ranked 201-250, while De La Salle’s linguistics program was at 151-200. John Paolo Bencito and Rio N. Araja

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RELIEF. Members of the Philippine Air Force load relief goods onto a military cargo plane at Villamor Air Base in Pasay City for distribution to Marawi war victims on Thursday June 8, 2017. The goods are prepared by the Cabinet Spouses Association Inc. headed by its executive director Ricky Reyes. Manny Palmero

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Rashid, 70; Virgilio Nemar Patulada, 53; Salib Akhmad Emali, 64; Tani Lahad Dahi, 64; Basad Manuel, 42; Atik Hussin Abu Bakar, 46; Al-Wazir Osman, 62; and Ismail Yasin, 77, to death “for waging war and [being] part of the terrorist group.”

Justice Datuk Setia Mohd Zawawi Salleh granted the prosecution’s appeal to upgrade their earlier verdict of life imprisonment to death.

Zawawi said the ultimate sentence was death as there were elements of planning in their attack.

He said the attack by foreign enemies was unprecedented in the Malaysian history and it was ruthless in terms of life, prop-

erty and traumatizing effect.

Department of Foreign Affairs on Migrant Workers Affairs acting executive director Raul Dado confirmed the report.

“They are meeting immediately with embassy lawyers to move for a possible reconsideration of the verdict,” Dado said.

Dado also said that the team in Manila is also coordinating on the issue. Diplomatic “ initiatives will begin immediately both here and Manila,” Dado said.

About 200 followers of Kiram arrived in Lahad Datu, Sabah, on Feb. 9, 2013 to reclaim their “ancestral homeland.” They were led by Kiram’s brother, Rajah Mudah Agbimuddin Kiram.

The claim was based on an old document showing the Sulu Sultanate as the owner of Sabah,

which was eventually leased to a British railroad company.

Britain turned the oil-rich territory to the Malaysian Federation in the 1960s, but Kuala Lumpur continues to pay an annual leasing fee to the Sultanate of Sulu.

The sultanate insists that the yearly settlement is an admission that it is the rightful owner of Sabah.

Some 68 Filipinos and 10 Malaysian security personnel died in the fighting.

The sultan, aged 75, died of multiple organ failure on Oct. 20, 2013.

The hearing began on Jan. 6.

The 27 Filipinos were represented by legal counsels Datuk N Sivananthan, Kamarrudin Mohmad Chinki, Rowiena Rashid and Abdul Gani Zulika.

Panel finetunes draft on Bangsamoro; bill likely a priority

By John Paolo Bencito A DRAFT bill that would allow the creation of a Bangsamoro political entity has been completed by the MILF-led Bangsamoro Transition Commission and is now up for President Rodrigo Duterte’s consideration, a senior official said Friday.

Government implementing panel chairwoman Irene Santiago said the commission hoped to submit the draft to the Office

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In other developments: • The joint committees in the House of Representatives investigating the Resorts World incident are expected to draft a bill clipping the powers of Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corp. over casino franchises.

Parañaque Rep. Gus Tambunting, chairman of the House committee on games and amusements, said the House will come up with several legislation on the matter as soon as it wraps up its probe on the case.

• The Philippine Economic Zone Authority will enforce mandatory anti-terrorism training for all companies and locators inside the economic zones on top of fire and earthquake drills.

Peza director-general Charito Plaza said that decision was a legitimate means to protect the people during extraordinary times of violence that is happening all over the world.

Pagcor said the tragic event on June 2 showed the vulnerability of institutions in the face or any form of terror attack. Hence, the need to strengthen security and safety measures and protocols.

The regulator said that as a responsible corporate citizen, it

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“Trade Secretary Ramon Lopez has already publicly clarified and confirmed that I was in Marawi City for the Negosyo Center launch. These are easily verifiable for anyone who cares to find the truth,” said Aquino.

He maintained that it would be prudent for Aguirre, as Justice secretary, to clarify dates, seek evidence and request official statements from legitimate government agencies before he makes more false accusations.

of the President in the middle of June so Duterte could review it and endorse it to Congress in time for his second State of the Nation Address on July 24. “[We] are hoping that the President will mention that in the Sona and say, ‘This is a priority bill for me,’” Santiago told reporters in Davao City.

“I have no doubt he will [certify the bill as urgent].”

Santiago made her statement even as Undersecretary Nabel was committed to implementing the highest security standards both for its licensed operators and its own gaming operations.

Pagcor said that before the June 2 incident, it issued a security advisory to all its licensees and gaming site operators to increase their security preparedness in their respective areas to ensure the safety of employees and guests.

“When the RWM incident took place, Pagcor immediately submitted a preliminary report to President Rodrigo R. Duterte,” Pagcor said.

“However, since police investigation was ongoing during the weekend, we could not access the crime scene and provide full account on the matter instantaneously.”

It further said that on June 5, it requested reports from the Philippine National Police, the Bureau of Fire Protection and Resorts World Manila.

“However, only RWM submitted a sketchy account of what transpired,” Pagcor said.

“Chairman and CEO Andrea Domingo firmly insisted that RWM must allow the Pagcor management to inspect the premises and view related videos, otherwise RWM risked losing its license.” With Maricel V. Cruz and Othel V. Campos “This tragedy could have been an opportunity to unite the Philippines against a common enemy.

Instead, it’s being used to further political interests and further divide our country,” the senator said.

Despite his retraction, Aguirre said he would still order intelligence agencies to investigate a possible destabilization plot.

On Thursday, Aguirre admitted that the information about the May 2 meeting and a photo allegedly showing it were erroneous, but said they did not come from him.

“I’m not spreading fake news.

Tan of the Office of the Presidential Adviser on the Peace process said Duterte was inclined to certify as priority the proposed autonomy law for the Cordillera and the enabling law for the Bangsamoro.

The BBL, the product of the years-long peace negotiations between the government and the Moro Islamic Liberation Front as part of the Comprehensive Agreement on the Bangsamoro, was signed by the Philippine government and the

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Lorenzana said Salic was connected to the terrorist group “by affinity” as his wife, Rasmia, is a cousin of the Maute brothers.

In Arrest Order No. 1, Lorenzana directed the Armed Forces of the Philippines, the Philippine National Police and the National Bureau of Investigation to arrest more than a hundred individuals for “killing, kidnapping, [and] bombings in Marawi City, sowing terror to the populace.”

Among those on the first list are Eyemen Alonto and Azam Ampatua, both members of a local carjacking group who were later linked by authorities to the Maute group. Ampatua was killed during a shootout with local police in Iligan in February while Alonto, who was then driving the getaway vehicle, was arrested.

Others on the lists include: Fahad’s brother Solitario Salic and his son Wahad. Solitario also previously served as Marawi City mayor and was a former commander of the Moro National Liberation Front; Samer Salic, a former city market head of Marawi City; Abu Dar, who allegedly coordinates with foreign terrorists, and bomb expert Najib Pundog, who were both able to escape when the military overran a Maute-Abu Sayyaf encampment in Lanao del Sur in April; Hashim Maute (alias Apple Je-

The photo did not come from me. And the information was just given to me so I am having it investigated,” he said.

Aguirre apologized to Aquino and the two clans he mentioned.

A photo he showed during a press briefing Wednesday purportedly showing the May 2 meeting turned out to be a photograph from 2015.

“For the record, I did not say there was a meeting between the two families and some lawmakers prior to the Marawi siege.

The said meeting never took place and no member of both

MILF in March 2014.

Santiago said the new draft BBL was based on the original BBL but there were some changes to it that made it “better.”

“The Bangsamoro Transition Commission used the BBL as the basic document for the draft that they made… I think this is even a better version of the BBL. There are some provisions, for example, on transition that are very, very practical,” she said.

“I found that everybody was

very pleased with the draft that they made.”

The Duterte administration is also pursuing parallel talks with the Nur Misuari faction of the MNLF. Santiago said that, while the Misuari faction of the MNLF was holding separate talks with the government, the MILFbacked BBL could address the unresolved issues in the implementation of the 1996 Final Peace Agreement.

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had), Hata Macabanding Lantud and Omar Khalil, also known as Umair Pacora Khalil, who were arrested in August last year in Marawi City.

Khalil was positively identified by the police as being the same Umair who held the decapitated heads of two abducted sawmill workers in April 2016.

They were freed by their comrades in a jailbreak four days after they were arrested; Junaid Kiram Undac, allegedly a member of another ISIS-inspired group, Khilafah Islamiya Movement, and who was arrested in June 2015 when he and his men attacked a soldier in Marawi City; Edris Bao and Nassif Macadato, who both ran and lost for mayor of Butig, Lanao del Sur in the 2016 polls; Joselito Meloria, a leader of the Abu Sayyaf Group who was killed in Bohol in April; former Marawi city engineer Talib Bayabao; Muslim cleric Jamil Yahya, a former member of the Moro Islamic Liberation Front; Jing Pagayao, one of the suspects in the Davao night market blast who was not indicted for lack of probable cause; former Binalbagan vice mayor Samuel Gavaran; former Butig Mayor Ibrahim Macadato, whose wife is the sister of the mother of the Maute brothers; and Esmael Abdulmalik, alias Abu Toraype, allegedly the founder of the new terror group Dawlah Islamiyah Maguindanao and a brigade commander of the Bangsamoro Islamic Freedom Fighters. The military claimed he was killed during air and ground as-

saults in two Maguindanao villages in March this year.

Armed Forces Chief of Staff, Gen. Eduardo Año said the names on Lorenzana’s list were based on documents seized during a raid aimed at capturing top Abu Sayyaf leader Isnilon Hapilon in a hideout on the outskirts of Marawi City on May 23.

The raid triggered widespread attacks on the city by the Maute group.

Año said the house was the same spot where top terrorist figures, including Hapilon, met, as seen on a video found on a mobile phone.

“We have identified the owner of the house, but I’d rather not reveal the identity…he is included in the list. We are identifying the supporters of this group,” Año said.

Año said the video showed Hapilon meeting with his cohorts and plotting to occupy Marawi City.

“It’s part of the documentation for propaganda purposes and at the same time as a proof to their comrades in the ISIS in the Middle East about what they are doing. What they did was deliberate,” Año said.

Although the military said Hapilon was wounded during attacks in Butig, Lanao del Sur in January, he did not seem to be ailing in the video.

While Maute group terrorists were still holed up in the financial district of Marawi City, Año said resistance was weakening.

“In a few more days, it will be over. We’ll be able to clear all these areas,” Año said, without giving any specific target date.

families ever met with Senator [Antonio] Trillanes [IV], congressman [Gary} Alejano and Ronald Llamas,” he said in a retraction issued later Wednesday.

He apologized to the two families for the confusion that he attributed to “misquotations by the media.” He also called Aquino to apologize and clarify his statements.

Despite Aguirre’s role in spreading false rumors, Presidential Spokesman Ernesto Abella said the Justice secretary was doing “an excellent job.”

He added that Aguirre was

just doing his job and continued to enjoy President Rodrigo Duterte’s trust and confidence.

“I am sure he is fully aware of what he needs to do and how to address the matter,” the Palace spokesman said.

Contrary to Aguirre’s suggestion of a destabilization plot by anti-administration politicians, Abella said the ongoing strife in Mindanao was caused by extremist organizations.

“We go by what the President has said that the troubles are directly due to the ISIS [Islamic State],” he added.

“I can confirm that they are now in our custody but I cannot give further details at this time,” said BJMP spokesman Xavier Solda.

Omar and Abdullah Maute, the leaders of the Maute terrorist group, together with Isnilon Hapilon of the terrorist group Abu Sayyaf Group, went on a rampage in Marawi City on May 23. They continue to hold parts of the city amid a military offensive to clear the city of terrorists.

Also on Thursday, Armed Forces of the Philippines spokesman Brig. Gen. Restituto Padilla denied reports that some of the weapons and ammunition being used by the Maute group in the ongoing battle in Marawi City came from military stocks.

Some of the captured guns and crates of ammunition in Marawi City showed markings indicating they came from the government arsenal in Limay, Bataan.

Padilla said it was possible the guns and ammunition were seized by the terrorists during the first hours of their attacks on jails and police stations in Marawi City.

“Police stations and jail facilities are known to have armories and these installations were among the first to be attacked by the Maute group terrorists during their initial onslaught. It is very likely that these weapons and bullets [with GA markings] could have been stolen by the terrorists,” Padilla said in Filipino. With Priam Nepomuceno, PNA

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However, Alvarez said he is sure of one thing: The House of Representatives would not heed any order from the Supreme Court directing Congress to convene in a joint session.

Supreme Court spokesman Theodore Te, meanwhile, said a petition asking the justices to strike down the martial law declaration would not be consolidated with two others asking the Court to compel Congress to convene a joint session.

The first petition filed by Albay Rep. Edcel Lagman, Akbayan Rep. Tomasito Villarin, Magdalo Rep. Gary Alejano, Capiz Rep. Emmanuel Billones, and Ifugao Rep. Teddy Brawner Baguilat Jr., asked the Court to strike down the martial law declaration.

Two other petitions ask the Court to compel Congress to call a joint session to debate the martial law declaration.

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The department found that the killing of Espinosa and Yap were attended by treachery, and that the accused used stealth to carry out the raid in which they clearly outnumbered the victims.

The accused said they conducted the operation after they received information that firearms and illegal drugs were in Espinosa’s detention cell and that the latter fired on them first, prompting them to retaliate.

After the issuance of the March 2 resolution, Justice Secretary Vitaliano Aguirre II said the indictment only went to show that the government would not tolerate any misdeeds of its officers.

During a Senate inquiry on the case, Aguirre also told lawmakers that the killings might have been premeditated as he noted it was unusual to serve a search warrant on the wee hours considering that Espinosa was already detained in a government jail facility.

The National Bureau of Investigation also disputed the policemen’s claim that Espinosa and Yap were killed in a shootout inside their detention cell, saying that what happened was a rubout.

News Du30, Leni together on June 12 rites

By John Paolo Bencito BOTH President Rodrigo Duterte and Vice President Leni Robredo will be present as the country celebrates its 119th Independence Day Celebration on Monday, the first for the new administration.

National Committee on Historical Research chairman Rene Escalante confirmed that both are expected to grace the flag-raising and wreathlaying ceremony at the Rizal Park in Manila.

Aside from the flag raising event, a vin d’honneur will be held at Malacañan Palace along with a cultural show and parade. The event will be among the few occasions when the two top officials will be seen together in public following a fallout that triggered Robredo’s resignation from the Duterte Cabinet in December.

The NHCP said that there will also be other commemorative events in other historic parts of the country: Kawit, Cavite— Senator Panfilo Lacson and Tourism Secretary Wanda Teo; North Cemetery—Philippine Veterans Office administrator Ernesto Carolina; Barasoain Church, Malolos, Bulacan—Senator Loren Legarda; Bonifacio Monument, Caloocan City— Justice Mariano del Castillo, Pinaglabanan Shrine —Senator Sonny Angara, Pamintuan Mansion, Angeles City, Pampanga; Office of the Presidential Adviser on the Peace Process Assistant Secretary Rolando Asuncion, Calamba, Laguna; Budget Secretary Benjamin Diokno, Davao City; Defense Secretary Delfin Lorenzana, Bukidnon City; Presidential Communication Secretary Martin Andanar, Baguio City; Justice Secretary Vitaliano Aguirre, Iloilo City —Environment Secretary Roy Cimatu.

Group slams Bello’s order to ban OFWs to Qatar Bello partially lifted the suspension of deployment of OFWs to Qatar, a day after the ban imposed RESEARCH and advocacy group on June 6.

Bello said Department of Labor slammed Labor Secretary Silvestre Bello and Employment’s Crisis CommitIII’s move to ban or limit the deployment tee decided to lift the deployment of Filipino workers to Qatar, saying there is no suspension for OFWs who are just returning to Qatar and those who war, conflict or political strife in that country already have an overseas employment certificate (OEC) issued by the that would endanger the lives of the Filipinos.

Philippine Overseas Employment The Lilac Center for Public ing” that could have an impact Administration. All with OECs, Interest, a policy research and to employment and the Philip- whether returning to Qatar or new advocacy organization, de- pines’s diplomatic relations with hires, will be allowed to depart. scribed the move as “over act- the oil-rich Qatar.

Bello said, however, that OFWs

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Ex-Sulu gov, son charged for non-filing of SALN

By Rio N. Araja THE Office of the Ombudsman has ordered the filing of multiple criminal charges against a former Sulu vice governor and his son, and another local official for failure to file their Statements of Assets, Liabilities and Net Worth.

In a May 15 seven-page consolidated resolution released Wednesday, Ombudsman Conchita Carpio-Morales directed the Ombudsman’s Office of the Special Prosecutor to file five counts of violation of Code of Conduct and Ethical Standards for Public Officials and Employees or Republic Act 6713 against former Sulu vice governor Abdusakur Tan for non-filing of SALNs in 2007 until 2011.

On the other hand, Tan’s son, Mayor Samier Tan of Maimbung town, was indicted for two counts of violation of RA 6713 for the non-SALN filing in 2010 and 2011.Mayor Al-Zhudurie Asmadun of Lugus municipality was charged with five counts for the same offense in 2010 to 2014.

“Wherefore, there exists probable cause to indict respondent Abdusakur M. Tan of five counts of violations of Section 8, RA 6713; respondent Samier Abubakar Tan of two counts of the same provision; and respondent Al Zhudurie L. Asmadun of five counts of violation of the said provision.

Let information for such crime be filed in the appropriate court,” the Ombudsman’s order read.

Detained Ilocos Norte officials seek bail in CA

By Rey E. Requejo THE Court of Appeals has been asked to grant bail for the temporary freedom of six provincial officials of Ilocos Norte currently detained at the House of Representatives.

The detained Ilocos Norte officials through veteran lawyer and former solicitor general Estelito Mendoza, asked the CA’s Fourth Division to issue an order granting them provisional bail after the House ignored the writ of habeas corpus and show cause order earlier issued by the appellate court.

The appellate court earlier ordered House sergeant-at-arms Roland Detabali to present before the CA the six petitioners who have been detained since May 29 after being cited in contempt by the House committee on good government and public accountability during its probe into the alleged misuse of P66.45 million in tobacco funds to buy motor vehicles.

When Detabali failed to comply with the order after two hearings, the CA also issued a show cause order for Detabali to explain why he should not be cited in contempt of court as sought by petitioners.

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“Notwithstanding orders of this Honorable Court, the respondent has not produced before the Court the persons of the petitioners,” t he m otion s tated.

“The contempt order has been applied to indefinitely detain the petitioners since the members of the House committee on good government and public accountability are requiring an answer satisfactory to them,” it said.

Petitioners also said that they were being subjected to “continuous torture” through their “indefinite detention in degrading conditions and direct assaults on their dignity as human persons and blatant violations of their rights.”

The six petitioner are Pedro Agcaoili, Provincial Planning and Development Office chairperson; Josephine Calajate, provincial treasurer; Eden Battulayan, Provincial Treasurer’s Office staff; Encarnacion Gaor, Provincial Treasurer’s Office staff; Genedine Jambaro, Provincial Treasurer’s Office staff; and Evangeline Tabulog, provincial budget officer.

They alleged that their detention is baseless because they have answered questions of lawmakers during the hearing.

whose papers are still for processing remain covered by the deployment ban.

In a statement, Lilac Center president Nicon F. Fameronag said the decision to ban the deployment was based on wild speculation and rumors, as Bello himself said the DoLE is still assessing the situation.

“It was hastily done seemingly without the benefit of a current assessment of the Department of Foreign Affairs which has not issued any alert signal on Qatar to guide relevant agencies, such as the Philippine Overseas Employ-

ment Administration’s Governing Board, in making a wise decision on the deployment of OFWs to that country,” Fameronag said.

Fameronag said it appeared that Bello did not coordinate his deployment ban decision with labor attaché to Qatar David Dicang and the DFA and its ambassador to Qatar, Allan Timbayan, himself a former labor attaché, because the DFA’s and Ambassador Timbayan’s statements on the recent events in the Gulf both said the foreign service posts are still closely monitoring the situation.

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HE Philippines again received new weapons from the United States military to help in the fight against terrorists, including extremists now holed up in Marawi City.

The powerful weapons that include Gatling-style machine guns may neutralize the firepower of the ISISlinked Maute and Abu Sayyaf groups sowing terror in Mindanao. But eliminating the extremists completely will be

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difficult unless the root cause of the problem is effectively addressed by the government.

Senate President Aquilino Pimentel III, citing studies, noted that violent extremists around the world “often exploit the conditions

brought about by poverty to recruit men who have very limited economic and employment prospects.”

The lawmaker suggested that developing the economy and infrastructure in Mindanao could prove to be the government’s most effective weapons against terrorism and extremism, adding that creating jobs and economic opportunities would aid efforts to thwart attempts to

radicalize the youth in the region.

It is easy to recruit young people to join the cause of the Maute group. The extremists obviously succeeded in expanding their ranks by offering financial rewards. With little education and economic opportunities in Mindanao, the recruits readily sympathized with the terrorists and took up arms.

The government still has time to rectify

the Mindanao situation. The National Economic and Development Authority and its Investment Coordination Committee on Wednesday endorsed three major rail projects with a combined cost of over P531 billion, including the Mindanao Railway Project’s TagumDavao-Digos segment.

The Mindanao railway project aims to provide a more efficient, reliable and af-

fordable transportation to boost tourism, industry and the overall economic development in the area by connecting existing and emerging growth centers in the Davao region.

The ambitious project is timely for the largely undeveloped and strifetorn Mindanao region.

It will certainly create jobs and many economic opportunities, and hopefully weed out the seeds of discontent in the island.

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A matter of trust LOWDOWN

JOJO A. ROBLES BANKS, like governments, exist only in so far as the people trust them to do their job. And that trust is more than the sum of all the provisions of any legal contract or agreement between a bank and its clients.

When one of the country’s oldest and biggest banks, the Ayalacontrolled Bank of the Philippine Islands, announced that it was shutting down its online transactions, including its ATM facilities, due to internal technical glitches, it not only inconvenienced a small number (according to BPI) of customers whose accounts were directly affected. It also endangered the trust reposed in it by all of its eight million clients, who have begun to wonder if their money was really safe in the bank’s hands.

BPI spokesmen have promised that the technical problems, which covered accounts

active during a certain period, would be resolved by the end of Wednesday, when the glitches were discovered. When the clients’ offline woes persisted throughout yesterday, with no clear indication that they would be fixed soon, BPI started to really test the strength of its relationship with its customers.

I don’t think BPI is unduly straining its ties with its big clients, who understand that technical problems can happen any time to any bank and who can easily weather the inconvenience of not being able to access their money electronically. Overthe-counter transactions, after all, continue in BPI’s branch network; while the branches are quite naturally swamped with customers, there is no reason to believe that clients have actually lost money yet as a result of the online problems.

But as is common in incidents where a big group of people are indiscriminately affected by a technical snafu, those who can afford to suffer the least are the ones who get it in the neck. BPI

is also a consumer bank, after all, handling huge financial transactions while also serving a big base of economically marginal clients (including payroll accounts of all sizes); its going offline hurts those

BPI must stop announcing deadlines for fox fixing its online woes and just get them fixed as soon as possible.

who have the smallest amounts in the bank the most.

And while the actual peso value of the transactions of BPI’s small clients may be small compared to its more affluent customer base,

the bank could lose a lot of the goodwill that it has accumulated over the more than a century that it has been in business if it doesn’t act quickly. This not something that the bank can bury its head in the sand about, even if not one centavo is lost in the account of its poorest ATM card-holder.

In the meantime, BPI must stop announcing deadlines for the resolution of its online woes and just get them fixed as soon as possible. If it can’t do that, the bank will quickly realize that lost trust will not be easily regained—never mind if it’s just among low-paid employees who really don’t get to decide which bank gets to pay out their salaries. *** I’ve not been an admirer of House Speaker Pantaleon Alvarez, whom I consider too eager to give in to the temptation of shooting from the hip. For instance, I still find myself shaking my head when I think about the blustery, bombast-prone speaker insisting, against all available evidence, that the Resorts World Manila incident was

a case of terrorism.

Even when I agree with what he says, I can’t help but wonder if Alvarez couldn’t use a little (or a lot) more calmness and deliberation in his delivery. His warning about tearing up the Constitution if the Supreme Court orders Congress to convene about President Rodrigo Duterte’s declaration of martial law in Mindanao is a case in point.

You’re in the right here, I find myself telling the photo of the speaker on my computer screen.

There’s really no need for theatrics that merely dilute the importance of what you’re trying to say.

What the speaker said is that a Supreme Court decision telling Congress to convene will force a constitutional crisis. This is because not even the highest court in the land can tell Congress what to do, when what it is doing is really its province and not that of the court, like the political question of deliberating Duterte’s Proclamation 216 declaring martial law in Mindanao.

Whether we like it or not, there

I WAS born in Camiling, but my siblings and I grew up in Tuguegarao, just one of the many instances of gender inequality at that time, although it worked in favor of my mother who is from Cagayan in the northern reaches of the archipelago. The summers I fondly remember might be so unfamiliar to the present generation. Resorts were few and pricey, and nobody really thought it a good idea to spend summer resorthopping.

The trip alone called for very serious preparation on the part of my father who planned it like it was some crucial campaign. A driver had to be found for our sturdy Chevrolet that had a body as hardy as a tank’s and bumpers that really could bump and could take nasty bumps, nothing like the polymer jokes we have today that must be thrown away when an ill-humored mother-in-law throws her weight around, and throws her weight on them and leaves an irreparable dent!

The road was nowhere near paved and eateries along the way did not easily inspire confidence. That meant that there had to be food for the journey and some shady place along the way for a road-side lunch. One mentioned “Sta. Fe”—that pass through the Caraballo Mountain range—with a mix of awe and dread, for rocks could come tumbling down the mountainside unannounced with catastrophic consequences.

It was the neon lights of Manila that made quite an impression on a probinsiyano child.

After all, in Tuguegaro, at that time, electricity was supplied by a privately held electric corporation and the incandescent bulbs that were standard lighting at that time provided hardly any brighter illumination than blazing charcoal embers! We stayed with relatives somewhere in Dos Castillas before making our way to Camiling.

The ancestral home in Camiling was ancestral in several respects. It was huge and built by wise people who knew exactly where air circulates, who knew that windows had to be large and who understood that hot air rises and cool air enters freely if there room is made for it to flow through below the window sills. Our house in Camiling —the very house where I was born—had a batalan that was a combination of a wash area, the place where the pump well was found, a sink beside it and, Turn to A5

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Wonder Woman I NEARLY fell off my chair the other day when I came across the headline news story about P79 million in cash and checks being discovered by our troops near a machine gun nest in embattled Marawi City.

That is a heck of a lot of money. The news photo showed stacks of neatly wrapped bundles of bills. So it’s not loose change either that might have been accumulated by a lot of Maute fighters from their day jobs, when they’re not otherwise beheading people or desecrating Catholic churches.

That kind of money is wholesale. And in this country, and almost anywhere else in the world for that matter, there’s only one industry capable of generating such wholesale cash: the drug industry. *** It is all exactly as President Duterte warned us from the start.

The snotty snobs laughed at him when he said that drug networks in Mindanao were also funding terrorist networks.

From the safety of their middleclass communities, far away from the poverty and desperation that drive so many of our countrymen to drug use, they mocked him for what they said was an old man’s sad fixation.

But now the chickens have come home to roost. Seventynine million pesos is enough money to do the following: • Plant improvised explosive devices (IEDs) on crowded streets as you drive by in your air-conditioned car; • Take children and teachers hostage in the exclusive school where your kids go; or • Detonate a suicide bomber in the fancy restaurant where you may be meeting for business or celebrating a family occasion.

• In the unlikely event that the airport baggage checker used to work for, say, Resorts World, smuggle a go-to-paradise device into the plane you boarded for your usual family vacation in Hong Kong. *** These scenarios are just as implausible as the hoard of cash that our troops stumbled upon, or the underground warren of tunnels that the terrorists dug over the years (with who knows how much help from the local civilians) and now frustrate Duterte’s hopes for a quick victory so he can also lift martial law earlier.

Implausible, yes. But now those other facts are staring us in our pampered little faces.

And yet the politicians and the ideologues persist with their business as usual.

Their silence about all that terrorist cash is deafening.

The leftists who were screaming about potential military abuses under martial law may now have been dumbstruck by the absence to date of any actual abuses.

A bunch of legislators and lawyers decided to challenge martial law before the Supreme Court. Perhaps they can suggest a better way for us to address the warning sounded by our Muslim-majority Asean neighbors at a security conference

in Singapore: that Mindanao, the current target for caliphatebuilding, is now the “weak link” in the region’s war on terror.

And the opposition senators, even after seeing a video of the Marawi attacks being planned, continue to belittle the situation.

Instead they prefer to throw tantrums about being falsely linked to Marawi by Justice Secretary Aguirre, who for his part should do a better job of checking his facts and holding his tongue.

Opposition ringleader Senator Trillanes, together with underling Congressman Alejano, has even gone to The Hague to file a suit against Duterte. Against such chicanery, even the likes of their fellow veteran, Senator Lacson, can only rail in vain.

All of this would be laughable were it not for the dozens of military and civilian lives lost in Marawi, with more undoubtedly to follow. As ever, it will be the innocents who pay the price for the incompetents. *** Switching topics now: Lest I be accused of bait-and-switch with my catchy column title today, let me say right off that I loved Gal Gadot in “Wonder Woman.”

I was a fan of the amplyendowed Lynda Carter in the old TV series. And with Zach Snyder producing and a woman director at the helm of the film version, its success was virtually guaranteed.

But Ms. Gadot was a revelation. A drop-dead gorgeous model (for per f u me) who’s also happily married with two daughters, she brought to her character a mixture of old-fashioned bravado and latter-day int rospection that was utterly appealing.

In a press interview from LA, the Israeli actress also said all the right things: that boys should have strong female figures to look up to. That her own role model was feminist writer Maya Angelou. That all people have the same dreams and aspirations. That she would love for her character in the next film to stop World War 3 because that would be “very relevant.”

Nonetheless, many of my “progressive” friends were unmoved. An iconic Filipina writer, leftist and feminist, whom I highly esteem, said she still couldn’t bring herself to watch the movie, (impliedly) for one reason alone: because Gadot was Israeli, and thus (like every other Israeli) had spent time in compulsory military service.

Ideology trumps facts. Unfortunately, these are the kind of blinders that we still have to deal with in people who have spent a lifetime in that particular struggle, and from whom today the government’s peace panel has to sit across at the negotiating table.

Whether through protracted hostilities in Marawi or protracted peacemaking in Oslo, peace is never easily won. It’s something worth remembering as the President continues to make his hard choices in the months ahead.

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clearly states that Congress has the exclusive power to review such declarations—if it wants.

That Congress “may” instead of “should” convene in joint session to deliberate on such proclamations, according to the charter, is significant. In statutory construction, that “may” means that Congress can also decide not to convene, which is what the current lawmaking body under Alvarez has decided to do.

But sometimes, even Alvarez’s most important declarations are lost in the noise that the speaker generates. Alvarez would do well to speak a little more softly, especially when he carries the proverbial big stick of the truth.

These are the kind of blinders that we still have to deal with.

really are certain things that are entirely Congress’ call. The impeachment of certain government officials, including the president, the vice president and yes, the justices of the Supreme Court, among other office-holders, is one of them.

A group of seven congressmen, 300 lawyers and even a Manila auxiliary bishop want the Supreme Court to convene and give its stamp of approval (or not) to Duterte’s martial law proclamation. But the 1987 Constitution, in the relevant passage about the declaration of martial law,

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A security lapse BACK CHANNEL ALEJANDRO DEL ROSARIO IT’S called closing the barn door after the horse has bolted. In the case of Resorts World Manila, it allowed a heavily armed intruder get in give a Powerpoint presentation of its security system. Indeed it was an attack by a lone wolf, a sore loser.

Resorts World management, under pressure during Wednesday’s House probe of gunman Jessie Carlos’ siege of the casino, fielded Armen Gomez, chief of security, safety and surveillance; and Kingson Sian, RWM president, to parry off questions on its security.

The House committees on public safety and games listened to the two RWM officials deny that there was a lapse in its security. The legislators were not convinced by Gomez and Sian who showed the casino’s closed circuit TV cameras. They said the fire sprinklers were working during the blaze set off

by Carlos. All the 37 fatalities

in the siege died from smoke inhalation caused by the fire when gaming tables were doused with gasoline by the gunman.

Video footage shown by RWM management turned out to be a public relations nightmare. The gunman who rode a taxi to the casino was shown on CCTV brushing aside two unarmed women security guards who tried to stop his entry.

But the worst part of the video presentation showed a security guard running away instead of confronting Carlos. The guard who was armed with a submachine gun had the element of surprise as Carlos was opening a corridor door. The guard could have taken down the gunman right then and there but he chose to run for his life. This scene brought laughter in the House hearing.

Majority Floor Leader Rudy Fariñas with his pointed and probing questions cast serious doubts on Gomez’s qualifications to head RWM’s security and safety measures. Gomez’s background showed he was more a management man than a security expert.

Andrea Domingo, head of

the Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corp., was also taken to task during the House hearing. She was reproached for not suspending Resorts World’s gambling operations when serious breaches of security were reported to Pagcor. Domingo said PAGCOR had to verify the report and observe due process.

The security lapse was reported to RWM management to beef up security days before the attack.

Andrea claimed RSW ignored Pagcor’s order to strengthen its security at entrances.

The House committee is considering taking over from Pagcor the granting of franchise and the regulation of casinos. The government, through Pagcor, receives millions of pesos annually as its shares in casino revenues. The fund is used by the government for social amelioration expenditures particularly during typhoons and other natural calamities.

Meanwhile, government troops discovered millions in bundled bills during a raid on a house abandoned in Marawi by the Mautes. President Rodrigo Duterte said the huge amount of money held by the Mautes

proved the link between drug traffickers and terrorists.

Funding and support of terrorist activity was what prompted Saudi Arabia, Bahrain, United Arab Emirates and Egypt to break diplomatic relations with Qatar. The allegation was denied

by Qatar.

There are thousands of Filipinos working in Qatar and their livelihood is now threatened by the diplomatic crisis facing the Gulf State. Food and other essentials are imported by Qatar from Saudi Arabia and nearby states. With the uncertainty in Qatar, the Philippine Department of Labor has suspended the deployment of Filipino workers there.

Labor Secretary Silvestre Bello clarified that the ban would only apply to new workers but not to Filipinos returning to work after a brief vacation to visit their families in the Philippines. DoLE said it would lift the ban once the situation in Qatar improves. Air links between Qatar and Saudi Arabia and the other Gulf states were also suspended, practically cutting off Doha from other world capitals.

Danding Cojuangco at 82 VIRTUAL REALITY TONY LOPEZ AT 82, EDUARDO M. Cojuangco Jr. seems to have run out of ambition. Not that he has failed. Nor achieved less than what he had aimed for, from early in his business life. “I have achieved more than what I have intended to do in life,” he says. “I never imagined I could reach this far,” he muses.

“Everything that has happened, I never even dreamed of.”

After eight decades of a marvelously extraordinary life, one lived mostly for the betterment of others and his country, Cojuangco is a portrait of contentment. “I have enough in life,” says the Philippines’ most successful industrialist, the chairman and CEO of San Miguel Corp. and a number of other large enterprises. “With it, I can do what I want to do.”

Forbes magazine lists Cojuangco as one of the Philippines’ 12 richest Filipinos, with wealth of $1.2 billion, a grossly understated amount in my reckoning.

Cojuangco is often known as Danding, ECJ or “Boss” to friends, allies, subalterns, and business associates. With his tremendous success and achievements as a businessman and as a public servant, he is revered, respected, loved, and sometimes, feared and loathed, by business and political rivals and critics.

ECJ’s entrepreneurship and public service have served a singular purpose—to uplift the lives of many Filipinos and contribute to a stronger national development.

His success neatly straddles many facets of Philippine society—business, agriculture, public service (he was Tarlac governor and ambassador), sports (his La Salle team is UAAP champion and San Miguel owns three champion basketball teams), education (he

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Every corner of that house told a story—or at least stories were told about many parts of it, including the tale it that it was such a large house that one-half of it was actually sold and physically moved somewhere else, to one of Camiling’s barrios. I was assured it was no tale because the remains of the separated half, my titos and titas swore, were still to be seen.

No one texted, spent time on Facebook or surfed the Internet in those days. The only world there was was the real world— and Camiling summers meant meals taken together and story sessions after dinners that lasted

funded 5,000 high school teachers to get masters or doctorate degrees to improve the quality of secondary education), and philanthropy (he gave away thousands of hectares of land to poor farmers).

Cojuangco manages a number of large enterprises, many of them No. 1 in their industry.

An agriculturist by training and habit, he has attempted to modernize Philippine agriculture, notably coconut and sugar.

In 1983, he borrowed P2.57 billion or 26 percent of the then P9.69 billion in coco levies collected from 1972 to August 1982 when they were stopped. Note that our so-called coconut farmers did not own a centavo of the P9.69 billion. The P9.69 billion was collected from coconut millers and exporters, not the coconut farmers. Cojuangco was a large contributor to the levy.

Cojuangco used a modest P115.52 million of the P2.57 billion of coco levy money to acquire control of First United Bank, from his uncle. FUB became what is today UCPB which quickly became the first universal bank, the No. 1 domestic bank in equity, and the No. 2 domestic bank in resources. After the 1986 People Power, Cojuangco was ousted from bank management. Politics and three decades of litigation hampered UCPB’s once-frenetic growth. Still, today, UCPB has assets of P294.22 billion, deposits of P252 billion, and equity of P17.59 billion. Thus, an investment of P115 million became an asset worth P294.224 billion by 2016, not a bad deal.

It’s like earning P294.1 billion or 255,746 percent in 33 years (1983 to 2016) or 7,750 percent per year!

Also spectacular is what Cojuangco did with the P1.65 billion out of the P9.69 billion. He used the P1.65 billion to acquire 31 percent or 33.13-million common shares of SMC in 1983. The shares were later converted into preferred shares. In May 2015, the shares were redeemed by SMC management which paid in cash, P56.53 billion.

Additionally, before their redemption, the so-called government shares earned P12.727 billion from 1984 to 2009 as common shares, plus P13.569 billion in cash dividends from preferred shares (the common shares were converted into preferred). So P56.53 billion plus dividends of P12.72 billion (from common shares) and P13.56 billion (from preferred shares) ballooned to P82.83 billion in worth by the end of 2012.

That P82.83 billion, had it been properly managed, should have continued growing in succeeding years. At 5 percent interest or yield per year, P82.83 billion would be worth P86.76 billion in 2013 (P82.83 billion x1.05 percent); P86.766 billion in 2014 (P82.83 billion x1.05 percent); P91.104 billion in 2015, P91.104 billion in 2016; and P102.954 billion by the end of June 2017 (January-June 2017).

Recall that the P102.95 billion value of coco levy investment in San Miguel was only P1.65 billion in 1983.

That represents an increase in value of a whopping P101.3 billion or 6,339 percent. Divided by 33.5 years (from 1983 to June 2017), that’s equivalent to a yield of 183.25 percent per year.

So Cojuangco, in effect, was making 7,750 percent per year for 33 years from the money he invested in UCPB, and 183.25 percent per year from the money invested in San Miguel for 33.5 years.

Combine the P102.95 billion present value of SMC investment of P1.65 billion and the P294.22 billion assets of UCPB today and you have P397.2 billion of assets. The government keeps insisting that those assets belong to the country’s some four million coconut farmers.

Unfortunately, the earnings from San Miguel are not worth P102 billion today, if you ask government people. Figures vary because the earnings in cash dividends from the common and later preferred shares went into the national government’s General Fund.

That leaves the P56.53 billion in redemption value personally handed over by Cojuangco to the government in 2015. It should have swelled to P68.72 billion by the end of 2016, assuming a five-percent annual yield, and to P72.159 billion by end-June 2017.

As for UCPB, the government is in the process of privatizing the bank. But it is doubtful whether the state can sell the bank without ECJ’s active consent or participation. He owns at least 7.72 percent of UCPB, probably more if a closer scrutiny of the bank’s ownership structure was made.

In tandem with his trusted friend, adviser and executive, Ramon S. Ang, Cojuangco transformed San Miguel and nurtured it to become the Philippines’ largest and most diversified conglomerate.

Cojuangco, as chairman and CEO, presides over the largest, most profitable and most diversified conglomerate in the Philippines, San Miguel Corp. where he has been the chairman and chief executive officer since 1998.

Today, SMC has P1.3 trillion in resources, P700 billion in annual sales, P52 billion in profits (in 2016), P250 billion in market capitalization, and unrivalled leadership in seven key businesses—beer and beverages, processed food, packaging, fuel and oils, power generation, tollways (58 percent of the market in kms and 80 percent of revenues), and other infrastructure.

SMC’s sales in 2016 accounted for 4.7 percent of the Gross Domestic Product or the total output of goods and services.

No other company comes close.

Cojuangco sees San Miguel as only one facet of his business success. More importantly, he believes, he likes to point at the incredible earnings he has made for the Philippine coconut industry as the better yardstick of what he has done in San Miguel and for the Filipino people.

to near midnight. Of course, there were the obligatory stories of the ghosts of our ancestors slamming books or making them float on air, turning the hands of the grandfather clock whichever way they wanted them to go—but the house was by no means eerie. It had the air of history and family tradition, but it was home!

I was baptized at the Parish Church of St. Michael—the church at the center of the town that was gutted decades ago. At the center of the altar niche was a huge statute of St. Michael about to plunge his spear into a prostrate, terror-stricken devil. My paternal grand-aunt, who was step-mother to my dad, was devout woman, and we would visit the Church frequently. She never failed to kiss the statute of St.

Michael piously, and then give the devil a good kick after. She regaled us with stories of how the sword of St. Michael shone resplendently over the Camiling sky to ward off the Japanese kamikaze pilots during the war.

Camiling was the town of the Kippings and the Romulos, the Bengzons and other notables, and my grand-aunt knew them well. She rubbed elbows with them. She once took the three of us brothers and sister to the Kipping Residence, there to see the mementos of Leonor Rivera.

Summers in Camiling made us realize that aside from those who loved us very dearly in Cagayan, there were those who loved us in the Central Plain as well—and we loved them too a lot. But my titos and titas, all but one, are gone now,

and the place is no longer the same. My cousins, most of them, are abroad and we gather, quite sadly, often for funerals.

Summers without cellphones, internet, laptops, Facebook?

They were certainly fun. They are the summers that remain in one’s heart, deeply etched in the memory of the soul because they are the summers spent not in some rented haunt nor exotic resort that leaves you thousands of pesos poorer. They were summers full of the riches of family, and companionship and bonds deeper and more lasting than Facebook likes!

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Solon’s bill on public solicitations okayed

By Maricel V. Cruz THE House of Representatives has passed on third and final reading a bill that regulates public solicitation and promoting transparency and accountability in using solicited funds.

House Bill 5342, authored by Occidental Mindoro Rep. Josephine Ramirez Sato, repeals Act 4075, as amended by Presidential Decree 1564, otherwise known as the Solicitation Permit Law, was unanimously passed on third and final reading last May 22 by a 221 vote.

The bill covers individuals and organizations operating in the Philippines which are partly or fully financed with funds solicited from public and private sectors.

Exempted from the proposed measure are organizations and agencies created by laws that specifically confer authority on these organizations and agencies to solicit or conduct fund campaign for charitable or public welfare purposes which shall continue to be covered by their charters; caroling during holidays; solicitations for religious purposes inside religious sanctuaries or buildings where religious activities are regularly held.

Under the proposed measure, the DSWD secretary or duly authorized representative for regional, provincial, city or municipal public solicitations are authorized to issue necessary permits for public solicitations.

The bill also defines the parameters of solicitation during disasters and calamities, enumerates the methods of public solicitation, provides for the mechanism in the monitoring of public solicitation activities, and grants DSWD regulatory powers to verify the authenticity of reports and visitorial power to ensure that funds are properly utilized.

It also identifies prohibited acts in the conduct of solicitation as well as the penalties prescribed in violating the provisions of the measure and mandates DSWD in consultation with the Department of the Interior and Local Government, Department of Transportation, Department of Information, Communication, and Technology Philippine National Police, Securities and Exchange Commission, Association of Provincial, City and Municipal Social Welfare and three representatives selected by DSWD from NGOs and media organizations to promulgate the IRR.

Anti-corruption watchdog files graft raps vs LTO chief A

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N ANTI-CORRUPTION watchdog filed on Thursday an P830-million graft complaint against Land Transportation Office chief Edgar Galvante before the Office of the Ombudsman.

In a 14-page complaint sheet, Leon Peralta, Anti-Trapo Movement of the Philippines founder, questioned the awarding of the procurement of 8,360,000 pieces of driver's license cards with a fiveyear validity period to the joint venture of NEXTIX, Dermalog Identification Systems and CFP Strategic Transaction Advisors.

The group also included in the complaint 14 other personalities: bids and awards committee chairman Romeo Vera Cruz and members Dennis Singzon, Maribel Salazar, Irenea Nueva, Rector Antiga, Francis Ray Almora and Mercy Jane Paras-Leynes; technical working group members Norberto Espino III, Camilo Balon, Leda

IMMIGRATION agents has arrested a German national wanted by authorities in his country for a failed attempt to kill a compatriot in 2006.

The German, identified as Lothar Gunther Bebenroth, was apprehended in Alburquerque, Bohol by operatives from the bureau’s fugitive search unit.

“Bebenroth is wanted to stand trial

before a court in Postdam, Germany where he was charged with serious assault and later convicted for nearly stabbing to death a fellow German there on Dec. 28, 2006,” BI Commissioner Jaime Morente said.

The German embassy in Manila sought the BI’s help in locating Bebenroth. An arrest warrant was issued by the Postdam district court against the wanted German.

Bebenroth has previously served

GSIS 1.

The Government Service Insurance System (GSIS) through the GSIS Corporate Operating Budget for CY 2016 intends to apply the sum of SIXTY ONE MILLION PESO (Php61,000,000.00) being the Approved Budget for the Contract (ABC) to payments for the contract for the Supply, Delivery, Installation and Commissioning of Emergency Power System of the GSIS Data Center and GSIS Headquarters Building.

The GSIS now invites bids for the Supply, Delivery, Installation and Commissioning of Emergency Power System of the GIS Data Center and GSIS Headquarters Building. Delivery of the Goods should be completed within two hundred forty (240) calendar days from receipt of the Notice to Proceed.

Bidders should have completed, within the past five (5) years prior to the deadline for the submission and receipt of bids, a contract similar to the Project whose amount is at least 50% of the ABC. The description of an eligible bidder is contained in the Bidding Documents, particularly in Section II. Instructions to Bidders.

Bidding will be conducted through open competitive bidding procedures using a non-discretionary “pass/fail” criterion as specified in the Implementing Rules and Regulations (IRR) of Republic Act (RA) 9184, otherwise known as the “Government Procurement Reform Act”.

Bidding is restricted to Filipino citizens/sole proprietorships, partnerships, or organizations with at least sixty percent (60%) interest or outstanding capital stock belonging to citizens of the Philippines.

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5.

6.

The GSIS Bids and Awards Committee will hold a Pre-Bid Conference on 16 June 2017, 11:00AM at the GBAC Conference Room, Level 2 Core G, GSIS Building, Financial Center Pasay City. The Pre-Bid Conference shall be open to all interested parties.

Bids must be delivered to the address below on or before 28 June 2017, 9:00AM. All Bids must be accompanied by a bid security in any of the acceptable forms and in the amount stated in ITB Clause 18. Late bids shall not be accepted.

Bid opening shall be on 28 June 2017, 9:30AM at the GBAC Conference Room, Level 2 Core G, GSIS Building, Financial Center Pasay City. Bids will be opened in the presence of the Bidders’ representatives who choose to attend at the given address. After the Bid Opening, a detailed evaluation of the financial component of the eligible bid/s shall be conducted to determine the Single or Lowest Calculated Bid (SCB or LCB). Only the bidder with the SCB or LCB shall be notified within seven (7) calendar days to submit post-qualification documents.

7.

The GSIS reserves the right to accept or reject any bid, to annul the bidding process, and to reject all bids at any time prior to contract award, without thereby incurring any liability to the affected bidder or bidders.

8.

For further information, please refer to: GBAC Secretariat GSIS Bids and Awards Committee Level 2 Core G, GSIS Building, Financial Center Pasay City Tel No. : (02)976-4961/ 976-4945 / Fax No. : (02)859-0373 GBAC_Secretariat@gsis.gov.ph / www.gsis.gov.ph

GSIS

(GOVERNMENT SERVICE INSURANCE SYSTEM) Financial Center, Roxas Boulevard, Pasay City 1308

InvItatIon to BId

InvItatIon to BId

REINSURANCE OF THE FIRE AND ALLIED PERILS INSURANCEOF THEUNIVERSITY OF THE PHILIPPINES

REINSURANCE OF THE FIRE AND ALLIED PERILS WITH SABOTAGE AND TERRORISM INSURANCEOF THEDEPARTMENT OF FOREIGN AFFAIRS

The Government Service Insurance System (GSIS), through the GSIS Corporate Budget for CY 2017 wishes to receive bids for the ReinsuranceoftheFire and Allied Perils Insurance of the UNIVERSITY OF THE PHILIPPINES or the period 18 August 2017 to 18 August 2018, with a Total Sum Insured of Eight Billion Ninety Six Million Seventeen Thousand Nine Hundred Eighteen Pesos and 20/100 (PHP8,096,017,918.20) with an Approved Budget for the Contract (ABC) of Eight Million Ninety Six Thousand Seventeen Pesos and 92/100 (PHP8,096,017.92), with the following particulars:

1.

The Government Service Insurance System (GSIS), through the GSIS Corporate Budget for CY 2017 wishes to receive bids for the Reinsurance of the Fire and Allied Perils Insurance with Sabotage and Terrorism Insurance of the DEPARTMENT OF FOREIGN AFFAIRS for the period 01July2017 to 01July 2018, with a Total Sum Insured of One Billion Seven Hundred Seventeen Million Six Hundred One Thousand Six Hundred Thirty Seven Pesos and 72/100 (PHP1,717,601,637.72)with an Approved Budget for the Contract (ABC) of One Million Nine Hundred Forty Nine Thousand Four Hundred Ninety Pesos(PHP1,949,490.00), with the following particulars:

Retention (%)

Facultative Reinsurance (%)

Coverage

ABC (inclusive of 20% GSIS Commission)

Retention (%)

Facultative Reinsurance (%)

Fire and Allied Perils

PHP8,096,017.92

20%

80%

Fire and Allied Perils with Sabotage and Terrorism

PHP1,949,490.00

20%

80%

Bids received in excess of the ABC shall be automatically rejected at bid opening.

Bids received in excess of the ABC shall be automatically rejected at bid opening.

2.

Bidders should have completed, within two (2) years from the date of submission and receipt of bids, a contract similar to the Project. The description of an eligible bidder is contained in the Bidding Documents, particularly in Section II. Instructions to Bidders.

3.

Bidding willbeconducted through open competitive bidding procedures using a non-discretionary “pass/fail” criterion as specified in the revised Implementing Rules and Regulations (IRR) of Republic Act (RA) 9184, otherwise known as the “Government Procurement Reform Act”.

Bidding is open to all interested bidders, whether local or foreign, subject to the conditions for eligibility provided in the IRR of RA 9184.

4.

2.

Bidders should have completed, within two (2) years from the date of submission and receipt of bids, a contract similar to the Project. The description of an eligible bidder is contained in the Bidding Documents, particularly in Section II. Instructions to Bidders.

3.

Bidding willbeconducted through open competitive bidding procedures using a nondiscretionary “pass/fail” criterion as specified in the revised Implementing Rules and Regulations (IRR) of Republic Act (RA) 9184, otherwise known as the “Government Procurement Reform Act”.

Bidding is open to all interested bidders, whether local or foreign, subject to the conditions for eligibility provided in the IRR of RA 9184.

4.

Interested bidders may obtain further information and inspect the Bidding Documents at the GSIS Bids and Awards Committee (GBAC) Secretariat Project Coordinators, Level 3 Core C, GSIS Building, Financial Center, Macapagal Ave., Pasay City, during office hours.

It may also be downloaded free of charge from the website of the Philippine Government Electronic Procurement System (PhilGEPS) and the website of the Procuring Entity. However, the UnderwritingInformation shall only be available to Bidders who have paid the non-refundable fee of Php10,000.00 not later than the submission of their bids.

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7.

The GSIS will hold a Pre-Bid Conference on 16June 2017 (09:00 am) at the GIBAC Conference Room, Core C, Level 3, GSIS Building, Financial Center, Macapagal Avenue, Pasay City which shall be open to all prospective bidders.

Bids must be delivered on or before 28June 2017(8:30 am) at the GBAC Secretariat (for GIBAC), Level 3, Core C, GSIS Building, Financial Center, Macapagal Avenue, Pasay City. All Bids must be accompanied by a bid security in any of the acceptable forms and in the amount stated in ITB Clause 18.

Bid opening shall be on 28June 2017(9:00 am) at the GIBAC Conference Room, Core C, Level 3, GSIS Building, Financial Center, Macapagal Avenue, Pasay City. Bids will be opened in the presence of the Bidders representatives who chose to attend. Late bids shall not be accepted.After the Bid Opening, a detailed evaluation of the financial component of the eligible bid/s shall be conducted to determine the Single or Lowest Calculated Bid (SCB or LCB). Only the bidder with the SCB or LCB shall be notified within seven (7) calendar days to submit post-qualification documents.

Interested bidders may obtain further information and inspect the Bidding Documents at the GSIS Bids and Awards Committee (GBAC) Secretariat Project Coordinators, Level 3 Core C, GSIS Building, Financial Center, Macapagal Ave., Pasay City, during office hours.

A complete set of Bidding Documents may be purchased by interested Bidders from the date of publication of this ITB at the above address and upon payment of a nonrefundable fee for the Bidding Documents in the amount ofPhp5,000.00.

A complete set of Bidding Documents may be purchased by interested Bidders from the date of publication of this ITB at the above address and upon payment of a non-refundable fee for the Bidding Documents in the amount ofPhp10,000.00.

It may also be downloaded free of charge from the website of the Philippine Government Electronic Procurement System (PhilGEPS) and the website of the Procuring Entity.

However, the UnderwritingInformation shall only be available to Bidders who have paid the non-refundable fee of Php5,000.00 not later than the submission of their bids.

5.

The GSIS will hold a Pre-Bid Conference on 16June 2017 (09:30 am) at the GIBAC Conference Room, Core C, Level 3, GSIS Building, Financial Center, Macapagal Avenue, Pasay City which shall be open to all prospective bidders.

6.

Bids must be delivered on or before 28June 2017(8:30 am) at the GBAC Secretariat (for GIBAC), Level 3, Core C, GSIS Building, Financial Center, Macapagal Avenue, Pasay City. All Bids must be accompanied by a bid security in any of the acceptable forms and in the amount stated in ITB Clause 18.

7.

Bid opening shall be on 28June 2017(9:00 am) at the GIBAC Conference Room, Core C, Level 3, GSIS Building, Financial Center, Macapagal Avenue, Pasay City. Bids will be opened in the presence of the Bidders representatives who chose to attend. Late bids shall not be accepted.After the Bid Opening, a detailed evaluation of the financial component of the eligible bid/s shall be conducted to determine the Single or Lowest Calculated Bid (SCB or LCB). Only the bidder with the SCB or LCB shall be notified within seven (7) calendar days to submit post-qualification documents.

8.

A sixty (60) day cover note effecting the insurance coverage on its inception date, 01 July 2017, will be required by the GSIS from the bidder with the LCB to be submitted within five (5) calendar days from receipt of the notice to submit the post-qualification documents.

The GSIS encourages that the eligibility requirements be submitted before the deadline of submission of bids.

8.

The GSISencourages that the eligibility requirements be submitted before the deadline of submission of bids.

9.

9.

The GSIS reserves the right to accept or reject any bid, to annul the bidding process, and to reject all bids at any time prior to contract awardin accordance with Section 41 of RA 9184 and its IRR, without thereby incurring any liability tothe affected bidder or bidders.

10. The GSIS reserves the right to accept or reject any bid, to annul the bidding process, and to reject all bids at any time prior to contract awardin accordance with Section 41 of RA 9184 and its IRR, without thereby incurring any liability tothe affected bidder or bidders.

10. For further information, please refer to: GBAC Secretariat Project Coordinators GSIS Insurance Bids and Awards Committee (GIBAC) Level 3Core C, GSIS Building,Financial Center, Macapagal Avenue, Pasay City Contact no. 479-3600 loc. 3306 / 976-4655 Email: gbac_secretariat@gsis.gov.ph

(SGD) VP JONATHAN C. PINEDA Chairperson GBAC for Goods & Services and Consultancy, Cluster II (MS-JUNE 9, 2017)

(GOVERNMENT SERVICE INSURANCE SYSTEM) Financial Center, Roxas Boulevard, Pasay City 1308

ABC (inclusive of 20% GSIS Commission)

Interested bidders may obtain further information from the GSIS Bids and Awards Committee (GBAC) Secretariat and inspect the Bidding Documents at the address given below from 8:00AM to 5:00PM, Monday to Friday excluding holidays.

GBAC Secretariat, Level 2 Core G, GSIS Building, Financial Center, Pasay City A complete set of Bidding Documents may be acquired by interested Bidders starting on 09 June 2017, from 8:00AM to 3:00PM and upon payment of a fee for the Bidding Documents in the amount of Php50,000.00.

It may also be downloaded free of charge from the website of the Philippine Government Electronic Procurement System (PhilGEPS) and the website of the Procuring Entity, provided that Bidders shall pay the fee for the Bidding Documents not later than the submission of their bids.

two years in prison after he confessed to stabbing a victim in Germany.

Morente said that Bebenroth will be deported for being an undocumented alien, as his passport was canceled by the German government, and for posing a risk to public safety and security.

“He will then be placed in our blacklist to prevent him from reentering the Philippines,” the BI chief added.

Presidential Commission for the Urban Poor with or without the support of civil society organizations, which shall contain a site development plan to conform to the Comprehensive Land Use Plan of the LGU whose jurisdiction the project site is proposed to be located.

The plan includes community health; sanitation and security plans; non-physical development components such as self-help housing cooperative, livelihood, self-help development, capability building; and a system of allocation of socialized housing units that promote and protect the welfare of the elderly, persons with disability, and children.

“On-site development” per the original RA 7279 refers to the process of upgrading and rehabilitation of blighted slum urban areas with a view of minimizing displacement of dwellers in said areas, and with provisions for basic services.

The bill seeks to amend Section 3 of Republic Act No. 7279, as amended, by adding terms and their definition, such as “adequate and responsive consultation”, “civil society organizations CSOs)”, “incity resettlement”, ‘informal resettlements”, “informal settler families (ISFs)”, “key shelter agencies (KSA)”, “near-city resettlement”, “nongovernment organizations”, “offcity resettlement”, “people’s plan” and “social preparation.”

Maricel V. Cruz

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Bids received in excess of the ABC shall be automatically rejected at bid opening.

3.

A LAWMAKER has asked the Senate to sponsor a counterpart measure that seeks to establish a local government resettlement program that will implement an on-site, in-city or near-city strategy for informal settler families in accordance with a “People’s Plan.”

Akbayan party-list Rep. Tom Villarin made the appeal after the House of Representatives approved on third and final reading House Bill 5347 which also mandates that the relocating local government unit shall provide other basic services and livelihood components in favor of the recipient LGU. Villarin, an opposition lawmaker, said these relocation programs shall be made possible through the amendment of Republic Act 7279, as amended, otherwise known as the “Urban Development and Housing Act of 1992.”

The bill refers to “in-city resettlement” as a relocation site within the jurisdiction of an LGU where the affected ISFs are living. It refers to “near-city resettlement” as a relocation site within the jurisdiction of an LGU, closer to the original location of the affected ISFs, with minimal transportation cost based on their income profile and adjacent to the LGU that has jurisdiction over their present settlement.

“People’s Plan” under the bill, meanwhile, refers to the plan formulated by the beneficiary-association, in coordination with the

BI arrests German fugitive in Bohol

By Vito Barcelo

the contract to Dermalog within the prescribed period,” Peralta said, adding the other bidders must be informed about the award within a period of three calendar days.

Banner Plasticard Inc. was able to receive a copy of the bids and awards committee resolution that NEXTIX and its joint partners won the awards only on April 4, or four days later.

On April 10, Banner Plasticard Inc. challenged the LTO resolution and filed a motion for reconsideration.

Peralta accused Galvante of “intentionally” delaying the delivery of a copy of the resolution to prevent Banner Plasticard Inc. from taking any legal steps.

On site, in or near-city resettlement sought

Former solicitor general Estelito Mendoza, with Ilocos Gov. Imee R. Marcos, show photographs of the six Ilocos Norte officials who were cited in contempt and ordered detained by the House committee on good government and public accountability on May 29, 2017 during their third hearing on Wednesday at the Court of Appeals in Manila.

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Invitation to Bid SUPPLY, DELIVERY, INSTALLATION AND COMMISSIONING OF EMERGENCY POWER SYSTEM OF THE GSIS DATA CENTER AND GSIS HEADQUARTERS BUILDING (REBIDDING)

2.

AT Pura joint venture and Banner Plasticard Inc. with a bid of P814 million and P750 million, respectively, Galvante and the other officials declared the joint venture of NEXTIX, Dermalog Identification Systems and CFP Strategic Transaction Advisors the lowest calculated responsive bid.

Kolonwel and AT Pura joint venture and Banner Plasticard Inc. had been post-disqualified as the procurement project was awarded to NEXTIX, Dermalog Identification Systems and CFP Strategic Transaction Advisors on April 3.

Galvante and the other accused “did not provide the other bidders of its recommendation to award

DETAINED.

PASEGURUHAN NG MGA NAGLILINGKOD SA PAMAHALAAN (GOVERNMENT SERVICE INSURANCE SYSTEM) Financial Center, Roxas Boulevard, Pasay City 1308

1.

Jose, Paquita dela Cruz and Danila Encela, and a resident auditor of the Commission on Audit.

Peralta said the respondents violated Republic Act 3019 or the Anti-Graft and Corrupt Practices Act, RA 6713 or the Code of Conduct and Ethical Standards for Public Officials and Employees, and RA 9184 or the Government Procurement Reform Act. Last April, the LTO officials awarded the procurement of 8,360,000 driver's license cards to NEXTIX, Dermalog Identification Systems and CFP Strategic Transaction Advisors at a bid price of P829,668,053.55.

Despite the participation of two other contractors—Kolonwel and

11. For further information, please refer to: GBAC Secretariat Project Coordinators GSIS Insurance Bids and Awards Committee (GIBAC) Level 3Core C, GSIS Building,Financial Center, Macapagal Avenue, Pasay City Contact no. 479-3600 loc. 3306 / 976-4655 Email: gbac_secretariat@gsis.gov.ph (Sgd.)Valerie K. Marquez Chairperson GSIS Insurance Bids and Awards Committee

(Sgd.) Valerie K. Marquez Chairperson GSIS Insurance Bids and Awards Committee (MS-JUNE 9, 2017)

(MS-JUNE 9, 2017)

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Ababa, Gialon storm ahead as Bayron chokes in ICTSI golf

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NBA superstar and two-time MVP Stephen Curry commends the new Vivo V5s for providing Filipino consumers with only the perfect selfie experience through its 20-megapixel front camera, new Groufie technology, and advanced selfie tools.

Curry lauds Vivo for innovation, ‘groufie’ technology TOP five premium global brand1 Vivo ambassador and National Basketball Association superstar Stephen Curry commends the leading smartphone brand for continuously innovating its V5 line of “perfect selfie” phones—and reiterates his commitment to it.

Curry, a two-time NBA Most Valuable Player awardee, only had the highest compliments for Vivo when the brand recently introduced its most impressive phone yet, the Vivo V5s, for the selfie-centric Philippine market.

The V5s touts the new Groufie technology, which allows panorama-panning effects in ‘groufies’ or group shots. This new feature’s portrait and landscape orientations likewise help capture outdoor ‘groufies’ or family portraits without needing to squeeze in or cut out anyone.

Stephen Curry said the launch of the V5s signified the brand’s success in capturing the hearts of selfie-loving Filipinos, as he reaffirmed his continued support to Vivo in expanding its market in the Philippines with quality product offerings.

He was introduced as brand ambassador of the V5 Plus, the V5s’ predecessor, last year. The Golden State Warriors point guard, who is also the official endorser of other smartphones from the Vivo brand, had stated, then, that he shares with Vivo the same elements of energy, professionalism, and pleasure.

Now Vivo is set to dominate the local market for selfie-centric phones following the successful launch of the new V5s, which brandishes a 20-megapixel front camera and more advanced selfie-enhancing tools that trump those of its competitors and other brands.

The V5’s superb front-facing camera is complemented by a 13-megapixel rear camera with f2.2 aperture, which also takes radiant-looking photos with an ultra-high-definition mode that can render stunning images of up to 52 megapixels.

Vivo Philippines executives earlier declared that Stephen Curry is the perfect choice for the title Vivo brand ambassador because like the NBA star, Vivo has an “impressive record in the industry, thanks to its hard work, perseverance, and dedication to consumers.”

For inquiries about Vivo V5s, visit the Vivo website at vivoglobal.ph, or check out their Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/Vivo Phil), Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/ viv ophil/), and Twitter (https:// twitter.com/vivophil) accounts.

HONNEL Ababa and Zanieboy Gialon hit late birdies to card identical 69s then watched Jay Bayron hole out with a triplebogey to snatch a one-stroke lead halfway through the ICTSI Calatagan Golf Challenge at the Calatagan Golf Club in Batangas yesterday.

Bayron looked headed to preserving an unblemished round for the second straight day when he rattled off six birdies in a ninehole stretch from No. 13 to move 3-up of the field with at eightunder overall total. But veteran Davaoeño shotmaker, a two-leg winner last year, stumbled with his first bogey on No. 6 then dropped

off the leaderboard with a wayward drive on the par-4 ninth and a poor approach shot.

He settled for a second 70, enabling Ababa and Gialon to take charge at five-under 139 after matching outputs for the second straight day in the P2.5 million tournament sponsored by ICTSI. “The course is tough and you

can’t take it for granted. I hit bad drives on Nos. 6 and 7 and made bogeys,” said Ababa, adding that he needs to toughen up and polish his putting to get a crack at the crown.

Gialon also stressed the need to take a conservative approach on some holes, ruing his errant drive into the woods on No. 10, resulting to a double-bogey.

“I need to be careful, particularly off the tee. Dapat laging sure-ball lang,” said Gialon.

First day leader Guido Van der Valk barely survived a rollercoaster round with a 71 and joined Bayron at third at 140 with long-hitting Orlan Sumcad, who fired a 69, while former Philippine Open champion

Gerald Rosales turned in a 71 to seize solo sixth at 141.

With seven players pooling 142s, including Tony Lascuña and Americans Lexus Keoninh, Paul Harris and Nicolas Paez, and six more at 143s, led by back-toback leg winner Clyde Mondilla, another fierce battle looms in the final 36 holes of the event organized by Pilipinas Golf Tournaments Inc. Lascuña, seeking a follow-up to his victory at Manila Masters at Eastridge last April, eagled the par5 18th and turned a one-over card into a 71 to lead the two-under par overall scorers, who included Rufino Bayron and Peter Stojanovski of Macedonia.

Mondilla, who came through with a pair of one-stroke victories at Southwoods and Villamor last month, rebounded from a shaky 73 start with a 70 marked by five birdies but marred by a triple-bogey seven on No. 17.

Still, the 24-year-old Del Monte ace stayed in the hunt for the top P450,000 purse, just four shots behind Ababa and Gialon, two players seeking to snap a long spell in the circuit.

Ababa, who won two PGT legs back in 2011, went three-under with back-to-back birdies from No. 13 but dropped a shot on the par-3 16th before canning in a long birdie on No. 17th to string a 35-34 card.

BaliPure makes PVL finals

BEST CENTER EXTENDS CLINICS. Multi-awarded and pioneer BEST (Basketball Efficiency & Scientific Training) Center opens another

set of summer sports clinic for aspiring basketball and volleyball players at the Ateneo College Covered Courts. The highly anticipated clinics for both sports will be held every Wednesdays and Saturdays from June 7 to 28, from 8 to 11:30 a.m. The basketball clinic is accepting enrollees for students in Preparatory Level and Levels 1 to 5, while the volleyball clinic is open to young athletes in levels 1 to 3.

By hosting these sports clinics, BEST Center not only helps kids learn the basic sports skills. It also teaches them values such as discipline, camaraderie, teamwork and leadership in a fun and interactive way while they are taking a break from school. For more information about BEST Center’s classes and tournaments, call the hotlines 411-6260, 3723066 and 372-3065, email bestcentersports@gmail.com or follow its official Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/pages/BEST-Center-Sports-Inc/66172039922.

NBA action straight to your phone via Globe CATCH the heart-pumping action of the 2017 NBA Finals straight to your mobile with Globe and NBA League Pass on NBA app The Golden State Warriors and the Cleveland Cavaliers are once again going head-to-head at the 2017 NBA Finals, so never miss a moment with Globe and the NBA League Pass through the NBA app!

The improved NBA app offers an easier way for NBA League Pass promo customers to access premium NBA content, including all live NBA Finals games, with just a few taps on their mobile device. Upon subscrip-

tion to any NBA promo, customers will receive a link via SMS. The link directs them to the NBA app to verify their mobile number. Afterwards, fans can already enjoy the games live on their devices.

The NBA app gives millions of fans access to NBA LEAGUE PASS where users can enjoy premium content via the Video Vault—a collection of archived NBA videos and TV shows including Hardwood Classics games, NBA Inside Stuff and Shaqtin’ A Fool among others. Customers can also experience all these in HD video, multi-game viewing modes, as well as home and

away game commentary, and integrated game stats modules.

“We’ve worked hard with the NBA to make it much easier for our customers to enjoy watching the NBA, especially The Finals. With the NBA app and the NBA League Pass through Globe, fans will never miss a single moment, whether it’s heart-stopping buzzer beaters, or those epic chase down blocks, whenever and wherever,” said Chief Commercial Officer Albert de Larrazabal.

In 2014, Globe Telecom and NBA signed a comprehensive, multiyear partnership that involves offering customers exciting NBA-related

promotions and premium services.

These include the introduction of the NBA LEAGUE PASS that allows customers to get live and on-demand HD access to games played during the NBA regular season, Playoffs, The Finals, All-Star Weekend, and most of the pre-season activities right on their devices.

Register to NBA League Pass by sending NBA499 to 8080 for a 30-day premium access. Other available variants include NBA50 for 1 NBA League Pass valid for 24 hours for only P50 and NBA299 for 24-hours of premium access for 7 days for only P299.

BALIPURE dominated Creamline with its power game, solid blocking and superb coverage and fashioned out an emphatic 25-18, 25-13, 25-16 victory yesterday to clinch the first finals berth in the Premier Volleyball League Reinforced Conference at the Philsports Arena in Pasig yesterday.

Bracing for a dogfight, the Water Defenders ended up with a lopsided triumph instead as they imposed their will on the net early, put up a defensive wall upfront then pounced on every Creamline miscue and mishit to complete the surprise straight-set win in the decider of their best-of-three semifinal series.

Grethcel Soltones and American Jennifer Keddy fired 13 hits piece, Thai veteran Jeng Bualee and Risa Sato delivered 10 points each while Jasmine Nabor finished with 24 excellent sets while dishing out five hits for the Water Defenders, who rebounded from a five-set loss in Game 2 that forced the rubber match.

“We applied the pressure early and took it from there,” said Soltones, who had 11 attack points.

But it was her reverse drop shot to Creamline’s unguarded spot in the middle that ended the 68-minute encounter that lacked the thrill and excitement of their first two face-offs.

“I just did what I was supposed to do and tried to inspire the rest of the team,” added the many-time NCAA MVP. BaliPure will take on the winner of the other semis duel between Pocari Sweat and the Power Smashers in the final, another best-of-three affair, tomorrow.

Creamline never recovered from a listless start and struggled the rest of the way although Thai reinforcement Kuttika Kaewpin and local ace Alyssa Valdez tried to rally the Cool Smashers in the third frame to no avail.

World Slasher Cup 2 champions feted THE biggest and most prestigious showdown of local and international cockfighters saw a three-way tie for the coveted World Slasher Cup 2 at the Smart-Araneta Coliseum.

A trio of entries emerged as co-champions each carrying 8-1 win-loss records. The Escolin Brothers (Escolin Eslabon), Frank Berin (Mulawin), and Anthony “Tonton” Lim (Lucban) each only dropped a game at this year’s WSC, which enticed a crowd of over 9,000 on its final day of the gamefowl battle royal.

The champions were finally handed their trophies in an elegant ceremony Wednesday at the

Monet 3 ballroom of Novotel Manila-Araneta Center.

Among the attendees of the festivity hosted by Pintakasi of Champions and backed by partners Thunderbird, Petron, Excellence Poultry and Livestock Specialists were 2017 Miss Universe PH Rachel Peters and current Bb. Pilipinas International Mariel de Leon to cap-off WSC2’s exciting 7-day run.

Escolin Eslabon almost had the whole thing in the bag before tripping on its last game against Balete Eco Farm of Peter Alsosa after racking up eight straight wins.

Berin, the WSC 1 champ, outlasted Rep. Kulit Alcala (VJA

Khulit CC Combine 2) in the derby’s last fight; Lim suffered his only loss in his entry’s seventh fight.

Berin, whose entry Sebastian NEJ was the solo champ in WSC1 this year, said after his win, “Mula po nung January hanggang ngayon, wala pa rin pong pagbabago (sa paghahanda namin para sa Slasher). Talagang kailangan lang po ng sipag at tiyaga.”Enthusiasts can re-live the thrilling battles with the 2017 World Slasher Cup 16-disc DVD collectors’ edition is available at Snaxx counters in Gateway and Ali Mall Cineplex; soon to be available online.

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WSC2 champions (starting third from left) Martin Escolin, Marlon Escolin and Dante Eslabon (Escolin Eslabon); Frank Berin (Mulawin); Anthony Lim (Lucban) are joined by and 2017 Binibining Pilipinas International Mariel de Leon (right) and Miss Universe Philippine Rachel Peters (left) and Uniprom Inc COO Ms Irene Jose (second from left).

PH Olympic Committee won’t recognize result of tennis election

By Randy Caluag THE Philippine Olympic Committee will not recognize the outcome if the Philippine Tennis Association pushes through with the election of its officers today at the Tennis Center inside the Rizal Memorial Sports Coliseum.

POC vice president Joey Romasanta told Manila Standard yesterday that the POC will not send a representative pending the clarifications they sought from parties calling for the meeting and the elections.

In a letter to POC president Jose

“Peping”Cojuangco, Philta secretarygeneral Romeo Magat requested for a POC observer for the June 9 meeting of the 12 board members.

One of the agenda is to elect among themselves the new president of Philta, which has been wracked by leadership squabbling the past few months.

Romasanta, however, said the POC does not recognize Magat’s authority to convene and call for an election because “only the president can call for a meeting and an election of the association.”

“We at the POC still recognize Mr.

(Edwin) Olivarez on a holdover capacity,” said Romasanta.

Olivarez resigned from the Philta top post a few months back but the process of his succession was unclear, creating a vacuum of power within the Philta leadership.

POC secretary-general Steve Hontiveros affirmed Romasanta’s pronouncement, saying “Olivarez has to do his job as president (because he is still the recognized president of Philta).”

“Hindi tayo nakikialam pero we have to toe the line and put things in proper perspective,” said Hontiveros, who also asked Olivarez to provide the POC with the of-

ficial list of board of trustees, who will be allowed to vote in the elections.

Four new board of trustees namely Jean Henri Lhuillier, Virgilio Gerardo Maronilla, Antonio Cablitas and Martin Misa have no record on file at the POC. Lhuillier, who is being groomed to lead Philta, had requested Olivarez to postpone the June 9 elections because of a previously arranged trip abroad.

But he got a response from Magat that date cannot be reset anymore. Having received a negative reply, Lhuillier wrote the POC for consideration.

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Gonzaga powers Cignal past SLR Games Saturday

(Filoil Flying V Center) 3 p.m. – Opening Ceremonies 5 p.m. – Generika-Ayala vs Foton 7 p.m. – Cignal vs Petron

Golden State Warriors forwards Draymond Green (23) and Kevin Durant (35) give each other high fives during Game 3 of the 2017 NBA Finals against the Cleveland Cavaliers at Quicken Loans Arena on June 7, 2017 in Cleveland, Ohio. AFP

Cavs face sweep against Golden State juggernaut C

LEVELAND, United States—Having made the greatest comeback in NBA Finals history to beat Golden State last year, the Cleveland Cavaliers need an even better rally to defend the crown after Wednesday’s 118-113 loss to the Warriors.

Golden State’s Kevin Durant scored 31 points, including seven in a game-ending 11-0 run that stretched the Warriors’ playoff unbeaten run to 15-0 and their lead in the best-of-seven championship series to 3-0.

No team has ever recovered from a 3-0 deficit to win an NBA playoff series in 126 attempts, although no club had rallied from 3-1 down in

the NBA Finals until the Cavs did it last year to defeat the Warriors.

And while the Cavaliers are far from surrendering, there is a sense the addition of Durant has made Golden State a much harder team to vanquish even once—let alone four times.

“They’re a juggernaut of a team,” said Cavaliers guard Kyrie Irving, who scored 38 points in game three.

“They do a great job of spacing out the floor, keeping a high tempo and just made some big-time plays down the stretch.

“We have to come out with an unbelievable mindset, unbelievable focus like we have and limit some of the things they’re comfortable at.”

For superstar LeBron James, who achieved a life dream by rallying his hometown Cavaliers last year to win Cleveland’s first major sport title in 52 years, the focus will be on improving every possession in every quarter.

“It’s a dramatic situation to be in,” James said. “We’re going to come in tomorrow, watch some film, see ways we can get better and just try to take it one game at a time.

“I’ve got to go home, get my mind focused and get my body focused

for game four and we take it one possession at a time.”

James had 39 points, 11 rebounds and nine assists in 45 minutes, tiring at the end as even his indomitable will was found wanting when guarding Durant on a pivotal 3-pointer with 45 seconds remaining that gave Golden State the lead for good.

“I gave everything that I had, so at times throughout the game I was tired, but that’s just because I was just playing as hard as I could,” James said. “But I was able to get second and third and fourth winds. I don’t contribute as losing this game because we got tired. We missed some shots, and they made some.”

Asked if he thought the Warriors had taken the best shot Cleveland

Murray, Nadal advance while Djokovic bows out

ChildFund provides opportunity BELFAST, Northern Ireland— Women’s Rugby World Cup 2017 is set to inspire young female rugby players from disadvantaged communities in Asia, with the Irish Rugby Football Union (IRFU), World Rugby, and ChildFund Pass It Back giving them the opportunity to visit Ireland and take part in an international rugby competition.

Pass It Back is an innovative Sport for Development program led by ChildFund in partnership with World Rugby, Asia Rugby and Women Win that delivers an integrated life skills and rugby curriculum for children and young people in disadvantaged communities across Asia.

To date, more than 3,000 children and youth from Laos, the Philippines and Vietnam have benefited from participation in the program, with girls making up over 50 per cent of the players and coaches.

Chris Mastaglio, Director of ChildFund Pass It Back, said: “Working in partnership with the IRFU and World Rugby, we decided to hold this event in the lead-up to the Women’s Rugby Cup Final to show that women and girls’ rugby is developing across the world—from international players at the event, to grassroots players from countries like Laos, Vietnam and the Philippines. In addition, ChildFund’s Pass It Back program prioritizes gender equity and the inclusion of girls, so we will have lots of female players from Asia taking part who can be inspired by their peers in Belfast.”

“It’s incredibly exciting—many of our young coaches and players have not left their province before,let alone flown on a plane to a different country. This is going to be such a great opportunity for them,and we thank IRFU for helping to make this happen.”

had to give, James said, “It’s so hard to say, but for me personally, I gave everything I had, so win, lose or draw you live with the results.

“They played a really good game as well, but they made shots down the stretch. They got stops and then they made play after play down the stretch.”

“You go against a team like this and you put together a game like we had where we had an opportunity, it’s definitely draining.”

Irving felt it as well.

“But game four, I look forward to it,” Irving said. “Another challenge for us to get better and go against a great team.”

Cavaliers coach Tyronn Lue said he never considered resting James or Irving with the game on the line. AFP

CIGNAL flirted with disaster before booking a scary 19-25, 25-18, 25-13, 23-25, 15-12 victory over Sta. Lucia Realty in the Rebisco-Philippine Superliga (PSL) All-Filipino Conference yesterday at the Filoil Flying V Centre in San Juan.

Veterans Rachel Anne Daquis and Jovelyn Gonzaga delivered crucial hits to spearhead the HD Spikers’ first victory in this prestigious club league bankrolled by Belo and Gold Gym with TV5 as official broadcast partner.

Gonzaga tallied 19 kills and three blocks for game-high 22 points while Daquis had 10 kills for a total of 14 markers, highlighted with spunk and grit in the crucial stretch of the deciding set.

A national team mainstay, Daquis flaunted her nerves of steel as she uncorked a booming kill that equalized the match at 11 in the fifth set of this encounter that also has Senoh, Mikasa, Mueller, Asics and Grand Sport as technical sponsors.

Gonzaga then delivered the go-ahead spike before Filipino-American MJ Phillips tied it again at 12. Gendrauli was assessed with an attack error before Gonzaga unloaded another kill for a safe 14-12 advantage that iced the battle.

“I was surprised with the composition of Sta. Lucia.

They’re so tall,” said Cignal coach George Pascua, noting that the Lady Realtors’ imposing presence at the net made it difficult for them to attack.

“Nung fifth set pinabilis ko ang mga atake namin. Kasi malalaki ang kalaban eh, mahirap mag-penetrate. Mabuti at naging effective naman sa bandang huli.”

Pascua admitted that the Lady Realtors could have pulled a massive upset if not for some breaks that went their way.

“Sta. Lucia is very good,” said Pascua, who led the HD Spikers to their first crown last conference. “This is our first game so nabulaga din kami. Hindi din namin ineexpect na ganun kaganda ang lalaruin ng Sta. Lucia.”

Britain’s Andy Murray returns the ball to Japan’s Kei Nishikori during their tennis match at the Roland Garros 2017 French Open on June 7, 2017 in Paris. AFP

PARIS, France—Defending champion Novak Djokovic crashed out of the French Open on Wednesday, sparking fresh fears over his appetite for the sport he once dominated as Rafael Nadal and Andy Murray made the semifinals.

World number two Djokovic slumped to a stunning 7-6 (7/5), 6-3, 6-0 quarter-final loss to Dominic Thiem for his earliest exit in Paris in seven years.

Nadal, chasing a 10th Roland Garros title, will face 23-year-old Thiem after making the last four without breaking sweat.

He was 6-2, 2-0 up on Pablo Carreno Busta when his Spanish compatriot quit with an abdominal injury.

Friday’s other semi-final will pitch world number one Mur-

ray, the runner-up to Djokovic in 2016, against 2015 champion Stan Wawrinka.

Murray made the semifinals for the fifth time with a 2-6, 6-1, 7-6 (7/0), 6-1 win over Japanese eighth seed Kei Nishikori.

Wawrinka became the oldest French Open semifinalist in 32 years when he brushed aside Marin Cilic 6-3, 6-3, 6-1.

Djokovic, who had brought in Andre Agassi as coach in an effort to boost his flagging career, hinted he may step back from the sport to regroup even with Wimbledon fast approaching.

“Trust me, I’m thinking about many things, especially in the last couple months,” he said.

“At the same time, I have responsibility to the game itself, towards others. We’ll see. Obviously it’s not an easy decision to make, but I will see how I feel after Roland Garros and then decide what to do next.”

Wednesday’s defeat to Thiem was Djokovic’s first straight-sets loss at a major in four years and comes just 12 months after he completed the career Grand Slam in Paris.

He then also held all four majors and became the first man to break the $100 million prize money barrier.

Wednesday saw him suffer a first 6-0 ‘bagel’ at a Slam since the 2005 US Open while the defeat will see him slip out of the world’s top two for the first time in six years. AFP

TNT KaTropa, Meralco chase last seat to semifinals

By Jeric Lopez NO more tomorrow.

That’s what’s on the minds of TNT KaTropa and Meralco.

The team that loses the deciding Game 3 of their best-of-three quarterfinals series in the 2017 Philippine Basketball Association Commissioner’s Cup gets an early vacation.

Tied at 1-1, it’s now down to the knockout game for the Tropang Texters and the Bolts as they collide again at 7 p.m. tonight at the Smart Araneta Coliseum to see which takes the last ticket to the semifinals.

Top seed Barangay Ginebra

awaits the winner for a best-offive showdown in the semis.

Over at the other side, San Miguel Beer and Star are all set for their own semis clash. They start their war tomorrow, Saturday at 5 p.m., also at the Big Dome.

After the Tropang Texters’ dominant Game 1 victory, the Bolts bounced back strong in Game 2 to keep their campaign alive and force a decider.

Meralco led as much as 19 points but got a huge scare down the stretch in Game 2 wherein it needed to come through in the clutch to pull off a tough 103-100 escape over TNT KaTropa in overtime.

Baser Amer continued to come up big, scoring 32 points there to make sure his team will live to fight another day.

As for Amer’s counterpart Jayson Castro, he wasn’t able to replicate his spectacular Game 1.

After scoring 25 points in the opener, Castro was limited to only 12 in Game 2, missing 11 of his 13 shots.

Their teams need superb games from their chief playmakers to have a good shot.

Now, everything else has been thrown out the window with this Game 3 the only thing that matters for both teams.

TNT KaTropa point guard Jayson Castro (17) tries to dribble past Meralco Bolts counterpart Chris Newsome (11). TNT and Meralco clash tonight for the right to advance to the semifinals of the 2017 PBA Commissioner’s Cup.

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IN BRIEF Foreign reserves increase to $82b THE country’s gross international reserves rose to a seven-month high of $82.07 billion in May on higher Bangko Sentral’s investment income and gold prices.

Data from Bangko Sentral showed the May reserves increased slightly from $82.015 billion in April and were the highest level of reserves since they reached $85.105 billion in October 2016.

“This level could adequately cover 9.1 months worth of imports of goods and payments of services and primary income. It is also equivalent to 5.3 times the country’s short-term external debt based on original maturity and 3.7 times based on residual maturity,” Bangko Sentral Governor Amando Tetangco Jr. said.

“However, these were partially offset by the BSP’s foreign exchange operations and payments made by the national government for its maturing foreign exchange obligations,” he said.

The value of Bangko Sentral’s gold holdings as of end-May increased to $8.001 billion from $7.933 billion a month ago, driven by the increase in the price of the precious metal in the world market. Julito G. Rada

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ANK of the Philippine Islands shut down online access and its cash machines for a second day Thursday because of a glitch that drained some accounts but added money into others, creating at least one instant “billionaire.”

The country’s third biggest bank by assets and with eight million customers was forced to deactivate electronic transactions just hours after saying the problem had been fixed and online services restored.

“Please accept our deepest apologies as our electronic channels [ATMs, Express Online, and mobile app] remain deactivated as we aim to resolve the matter at the soonest time

possible,” BPI said in an advisory to clients at 3 p.m.

“We assure you that the integrity of your accounts will be maintained. We thank you for your continued patience as we work to resolve this internal system issue satisfactorily,” it said.

The bank said in the process of rectifying balances of accounts with mis-posted transactions, it noted that certain accounts still reflected incorrect balances. “To

allow us to do the necessary adjustments, we will need to deactivate our electronic channels,” BPI said in a statement.

It said clients continued to be serviced by branches, which opened until 7:30 p.m.

BPI senior vice president Catherine Santamaria earlier said the incident was not caused by hacking, assuring its bank clients that it was an “internal issue.”

Incoming Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas Governor Nestor Espenilla Jr., who will succeed outgoing Governor Amando Tetangco Jr. on July 3, told reporters Wednesday evening that the regulator would conduct an immediate investigation of the incident after the bank was through in its internal probe.

“I had to borrow from a friend

just to eat,” university student John Daniel Villanueva, 21, told AFP after heading to cash machine Thursday morning and finding it offline.

“It’s really a hassle. I don’t have any cash and I need to pay some bills.”

Bank customers were shocked Wednesday morning to find unauthorized withdrawals and deposits from their accounts, triggering fears the bank had been hacked and social media erupting with complaints against the 166-year-old lender.

There has been global concern about hacking following the world’s biggest ransomware attack last month that struck hundreds of thousands of computers worldwide.

BPI blamed an “internal data

processing error” for the glitch that led to unauthorized credits and debits on customers’ accounts, without explaining the nature of the problem or how it occurred.

Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas said it accepted BPI’s explanation that no hacking was involved but would still carry out its own investigation.

As BPI scrambled to fix the error Wednesday, it closed its ATMs and suspended online transactions.

The bank early Thursday said it had fixed the problem and that access to all its electronic channels had been restored, only to deactivate it again as complaints about wrong balances continued to pour in.

AFP, with Julito G. Rada

Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas Thursday, June 8, 2017

F OREIGN E XCHANGE R ATE Currency

THE Philippine Stock Exchange rejected the planned P1.2-billion share offering of LBC Express Holdings Inc. amid a civil case filed by Philippine Deposit Insurance Corp against affiliated companies of the group and certain members of the Araneta family.

LBC, which is controlled by the Araneta family, said in a disclosure to the stock exchange PSE’s rejection of its listing application was based on the “suitability issue affecting the company” because of the PDIC case.

The Securities and Exchange Commission earlier rejected the registration statement filed by LBC relating to its follow-on offering.

“The PSE noted that given the SEC’s rejection of the registration statement, the company will not be able to submit the SEC order of registration, which is an essential listing requirement,” LBC said.

LBC filed with the SEC an application last year to sell 69.1 million shares with a proposed maximum offer price of P17 per share. Of the 69.1 million shares to be sold to the public, 59.1 million are secondary shares while 10 million are primary shares.

MITSUBISHI Motors Philippines Corp. said it expects to maintain the share of the Montero Sport nameplate as the company’s best performing model despite the recall order by the Trade Department on 2010 to 2015 models.

MMPC president Yoshiaki Kato said the company would continue to address the issue of ‘sudden unintended acceleration’ and fight for what they believed was factual.

“We are taking action. In fact, we already have submitted a motion for reconsideration last May 26,” he said at the sidelines of an exposition celebrating Mitsubishi Motors Corp.’s centennial anniversary at World Trade Center in Pasay City.

About 60,000 units of A/T Montero Sport 2010 to 2015 models are said to be up for recall based on a recent decision by the Trade Department’s Consumer Protection Group.

CPG said in a 17-page decision the vehicles were defective based on pedal placement design.

MMPC senior manager for marketing Arlan Reyes said sales of the all-new Montero 2016 remained brisk and the company had not noticed any impact on sales of the SUA issue. “I think we should wait for the finality of the decision. We are hoping that this may reach resolution as soon as possible,” he said. Othel V. Campos

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US Dollar Peso

United States Dollar

1.000000

49.5260

Japan

0.009108

0.4511

Yen

UK

Pound

1.296300

64.2006

Hong Kong

Dollar

0.128294

6.3539

Switzerland

Franc

1.036699

51.3436

Canada

Dollar

0.740302

36.6642

Singapore

Dollar

0.723746

35.8442

Australia

Dollar

0.754600

37.3723

Bahrain

Dinar

2.653646

131.4245

Saudi Arabia

Rial

0.266667

13.2069

Brunei

Dollar

0.721137

35.7150

Indonesia

Rupiah

0.000075

0.0037

Thailand

Baht

0.029420

1.4571

UAE

Dirham

0.272301

13.4860

Euro

Euro

1.125900

55.7613

Korea

Won

0.000890

0.0441

China

Yuan

0.147178

7.2891

India

Rupee

0.015526

0.7689

Malaysia

Ringgit

0.234797

11.6286

New Zealand

Dollar

0.719300

35.6241

Taiwan

Dollar

0.033160

1.6423 Source: PDS Bridge

MITSUBISHI’S 100 YEARS. Mitsubishi Motors Philippines Corp. expects vehicle sales to rise 22 percent this year to 75,000 units, despite the Trade Department’s order to recall automatic units of Montero Sport models 2010 to 2015 on alleged defective pedal placement design.

MMPC president and chief executive Yoshiaki Kato stands beside a vintage car in an exhibit celebrating Mitsubishi’s 100 years of automobile innovation at World Trade Center in Pasay City. Lino Santos

Meralco announces large power rate reduction

By Alena Mae S. Flores MANILA Electric Co. on Thursday announced a big power rate reduction in June when it will start refunding overcharges in 2014 to 2016.

Meralco said power rates in residential households would go down by P1.43 per kilowatt-hour this month to P8.17 per kWh from P9.60 per kWh in May. This would translate into a reduction of P285 in the total bill of a typical residential household consuming 200 kWh. Meralco said the June rate reflected the refund of P6.9 billion in pass-through charges from January 2014 to December 2016 and lower generation cost.

The Energy Regulatory Commission granted Meralco’s peti-

tion for refund with a plea for provisional authority on May 11 for implementation from June to August billing.

“The refund will not be a separate line item in the bill but will be embedded in the different pass-through charges indicated in the bill, which include generation, transmission and system loss charges and lifeline and senior citizen subsidies,” the company said.

For residential customers, the refund would translate into a reduction of P0.79 per kWh, excluding taxes.

Meralco said the downward movement in the generation charge also resulted in lower June rates.

Overall generation charge decreased by P1.0253 per kWh

this month, or from P4.8839 per kWh in May to P3.8586 per kWh in June.

Power sourced from independent power producers went down

by P0.59 per kWh while power sourced from the Wholesale Electricity Spot Market dropped P1.25 per kWh. Prices of its power supply agreements also declined by P0.04 per kWh. “There was a reduction in IPP and PSA costs because of higher plant dispatch, continuous peso appreciation and the completion of the staggered recovery of liquid fuel cost that was incurred during the Malampaya maintenance shutdown from Jan. 28 to Feb.16, 2017,” Meralco said.

Meralco sourced 40.7 percent of its power requirements from IPPs in May, followed by PSAs

at 45.6 percent and the remaining 13.7 percent from WESM. “Additionally, the decrease in cost of power supplied through WESM is due to fewer plant outages despite higher power demand in Luzon,” it said.

Transmission charges also went down P0.11 per kWh in the transmission charge of residential customers, while taxes and other charges also went down by a combined amount of P0.35 per kWh. Meralco, however, said that the higher feed-in-tariff allowance, a line item in the power bill, would be implemented this month.

The Fit-All is now at P0.1830 per kWh, after the ERC recently approved an increase of P0.0590 per kWh on the previous rate.

Govt reduces e-trike project loan by P19.9b THE Energy Department said it scaled down its loan from the Asian Development Bank to P1.73 billion for the electric tricycle program from the original project cost of P21.672 billion, an official said Thursday.

Energy Assistant Secretary Leonido Pulido III said from the original 100,000 e-trike units covered by the ADB loan, the department would only push through with 3,000 units.

“Considering the challenges of the implementation due to the original project design as contained in the loan agreement, to which the DoE is mandated to follow, the secretary through the DoF [Department of Finance] requested the Neda-ICC [National Economic Development Authority-Investment Coordinating Council] for partial loan cancellation,” Pulido said.

He said despite the many challenges faced by the project from previous administrations now nearing the end of its five-year loan term period, the department would move to showcase the potential use of clean and diversified energy technologies through the e-trike.

Energy Secretary Alfonso Cusi moved to partially cancel the loan contract last year as the department wanted to revisit all options available in view of significant flaws in the project’s design, including the choice of just one model and pricing concerns.

Since the approval of the e-Trike project by Neda in June 2013, recorded investments in e-trike manufacturing and support reached P500 million and generated 14,840 jobs as of the end of 2016, according to the Board of Investments and Electric Vehicle Association of the Philippines. Alena Mae S. Flores

SWISS BUSINESSMEN. Swiss businessmen and officials led by Swiss Ambassador Andrea Reichlin (seated, center) are upbeat in advancing trade relations with the Philippines. Trade Undersecretary Nora Terrado (seated, right) met with the Philippine-Swiss Business Council during their general membership meeting on June 7 in Taguig City. With them are PCCI chairman ambassador Benedicto Yujuico and representatives from PCCI secretariat and PSBC Big Brother Programs, namely (from left) Melanie Zoref, Luis Mendez, Reiner Gloor, Pat Cortez, Ernesto Mascenon and Benjie Los Banos.

SMC to finish MRT 7 by 2019

By Darwin G. Amojelar SAN Miguel Corp. said the construction of a mass rail transit system from Quezon City to Bulacan province is set to be completed by 2019.

“There’s some delays in the right of way delivery, but we expect it to complete by 2019,” San Miguel president and chief operating officer Ramon Ang said.

The P69.3-billion MRT 7 project, which will have 14 stations, is being built by SMC Mass Rail Transit 7 Inc. under SMC’s infrastructure subsidiary San Miguel Holdings Inc. Once the MRT-7 is built, it would take only 30 minutes to commute from North Ave. in Quezon City to San Jose del Monte City in Bulacan, compared to the current two-hour travel time.

The project also has a road component―a 23-kilometer stretch that would start at the Balagtas Interchange of North Luzon Expressway and end in an intermodal terminal in San Jose Del Monte.

This will provide provincial buses with an alternate route to San Jose and will help decongest Edsa.

Construction of MRT 7 was delayed because of the proponents’ failure to secure a performance undertaking from the Finance Department.

A performance undertaking represents a recognition of the obligation of the Philippine government through the Transportation Department under the concession agreement, particularly the remittance of semiannual amortization in favor of the Universal LRT Corp., the original proponent of the project that is now controlled by San Miguel.

The Transportation Department and ULC signed the contract to build the railway in 2008. San Miguel though San Miguel Holdings is now a majority-owner of ULC.

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Market declines; ICTSI tops gainers

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TOCKS fell Thursday from a 10-month high, as investors turned cautious ahead of key events overseas such as the European Central Bank’s policy decision, the UK election and former Federal Bureau of Investigation director James Comey’s testimony in the US.

The Philippine Stock Exchange index, the 30-company benchmark, fell 43 points, or 0.6 percent, to close at 7,958.63, as five of the six major sectors declined. Despite the loss, the bellwether was still up 16.3 percent this year.

The heavier index, representing all shares, also tumbled 22 points, or 0.5 percent, to settle at 4,737.40, on a value turnover of P9.2 billion. Losers outnumbered gainers, 97 to 91, while 50

issues were unchanged.

Five of the 20 most active stocks ended in the green, led by port operator International Container Terminal Inc. which climbed 2 percent to P104 and food manufacturer Universal Robina Corp. which rose 1.6 percent to P162.50.

Meanwhile, Shanghai and Hong Kong led most Asian markets higher Thursday after forecast-beating Chinese trade data, while investors await Britain’s

election results and testimony from fired FBI boss James Comey on his probe into the Trump administration’s Russia links.

Traders are on tenterhooks ahead of the big events, which could either fuel a sharp sell-off or reignite a rally that has seen some indexes hit multi-year— and even all-time—highs in recent weeks.

Beijing said Chinese exports soared 8.7 percent on-year and imports jumped 14.8 percent, compared with estimates of the 7.2 percent and 8.3 percent tipped in a Bloomberg News survey.

The figures will come as a relief after a series of weak readings suggesting a recent pick-up could be fizzling out despite a pick-up in the global economy.

Shanghai, which had spent

most of the morning in the red, ended 0.3 percent higher, while Hong Kong was up the same amount in afternoon trade.

Sydney, Seoul and Singapore each gained 0.2 percent.

But Tokyo ended 0.4 percent lower hit by profit-taking and news that the Japanese economy grew at a slower rate than first thought in January-March.

The main focus is on Comey’s evidence to a congressional committee, which could be damaging to US President Donald Trump and his economy-boosting agenda.

In written testimony released Wednesday, Comey said the tycoon urged him to drop a probe into former national security advisor Michael Flynn and his contacts with Russia, confirming news reports. With Bloomberg, AFP

Megaworld to start Pampanga project

By Jenniffer B. Austria MEGAWORLD Corp., the real estate arm of tycoon Andrew Tan, is set to start the development of a P30-billion integrated mixed-use project in San Fernando, Pampanga dubbed as Capital Town.

Megaworld first vice president for sales and marketing Eugene Lozano said during the launching of the project the company would transform the former site of the historic sugar central of Pampanga Sugar Development Co. into a modern central business district in Northern Luzon.

MANILA STANDARD BUSINESS DAILY STOCKS REVIEW WEDNESDAY, JUNE 8, 2017

NAME

OPEN

VALUE

NET FOREIGN BUYING/(SELLING), PHP

FINANCIALS 4.7 898,000 50 130,000 105.9 1,590,060 3.92 7,000 123.5 1,644,220 1.5 20,000 37.45 359,500 16.2 10,600 27.2 1,094,600 1.66 11,000 0.7 3,538,000 87 2,710,360 1.08 4,370,000 15.5 70,200 25 1,000 68.35 411,010 238.4 270 109 70 90.5 570 61 1,025,400 221.8 689,830 1,601 145 84.55 62,950 1.26 127,000

4,292,100 6,485,075 167,265,026 27,490 203,283,561 30,300 13,443,395 170,724 29,944,880 18,260 2,447,660 235,846,567 4,853,270 1,082,100 25,000 28,157,973 64,484 7,630 51,585 62,635,800 153,639,736 232,200 5,322,513 166,280

-223,000 694,900 -67,547,419 63,487,328 10,173,500.00 -5,051,575 37,863,013.50 60,180.00 7,523,361.50 -2,384 22,160,845.50 7,733,790 -8,150 -463,595.50 -

38.55 7.8 0.82 1.57 30.05 0.28 7.3 18.4 23.4 14.4 73.5 2.05 5.23 11.2 12.2 15.86 9.9 6.86 5.99 19.28 72 13.68 14.58 12.82 1.66 215 65 3.98 3.5 25.85 32.05 21.6 19.42 266.2 6.08 3.28 10.2 5.1 10.12 1.92 9.2 69.1 6.3 298 4.66 4.6 2.3 13.4 4.9 0.147 1.35 160 2.04 1.13

INDSUSTRIAL 38.9 1,764,800 8.02 1,412,500 0.82 368,000 1.6 3,971,000 30.6 199,200 0.29 56,940,000 7.32 2,936,200 18.4 1,267,100 23.95 901,100 14.4 3,700 73.5 38,200 2.07 588,000 5.38 29,800 11.2 62,900 12.24 8,805,600 15.9 4,313,300 9.91 592,300 6.96 436,200 5.99 12,953,900 19.6 2,309,300 72.6 61,470 13.92 245,300 14.78 1,005,400 13 7,837,700 1.69 1,230,000 215.8 698,350 65 1,090 3.98 112,000 3.65 7,000 25.95 11,100 32.5 1,446,300 21.9 1,333,100 19.46 707,900 267 886,830 6.38 75,900 3.28 43,000 10.24 6,844,700 5.1 19,800 10.12 24,000 1.94 1,514,000 9.2 2,934,700 69.4 2,142,700 6.4 137,500 299 10,370 4.66 9,000 4.61 87,000 2.37 3,057,000 13.68 1,472,500 4.92 126,800 0.148 1,130,000 1.37 108,000 162.5 1,979,730 2.12 10,898,000 1.14 32,000

68,466,375 11,291,965 302,100 6,439,200 6,128,500 16,665,750 21,494,858 23,448,694 21,502,370 53,280 2,807,815 1,213,470 158,822 725,846 108,140,630 68,643,750 5,898,615 3,021,166 77,678,123 45,334,444 4,451,348.50 3,396,850 14,843,804 102,243,732 2,100,020 151,265,124 70,876.50 447,300 24,950 287,310 47,024,810 29,010,090 13,785,488 238,227,570 463,510 144,330 71,160,118 100,989 244,642 2,919,690 27,624,518 148,647,346 871,440 3,099,792 42,020 401,130 7,195,910 20,048,926 640,367 168,470 146,920 321,343,452 23,046,340 36,480

-24,416,550 -147,174 627,080 -3,307,650.00 6,772,606 7,966,976 -4,846,880 43,200 -48,625 -20,600 69,200.00 -18,610,358 -8,870,246 833,904 -197,461 -41,176,204 20,400,126 2,186,772.50 -9,451,792 18,473,268 68,940 5,844,378 3,033,365 293,375 3,824,112 -99,991,246 -114,760 -16,182,892 2,040.00 19,400 -9,032,879 4,168,748.50 154,670 299,650 583,800 2,363,386 103,593,587 -654,460 -

0.385 75 14.86 1.23 6.2 0.355 0.35 885 8.17 14.8 7.7 0.203 1,210 7.49 81.8 5.1 1.05 7.6 16.1 0.395 6.24 0.056 2.09 103.2 2.8 808 1.41 307 0.29 0.232 0.245

0.37 71.65 14.42 1.2 6.2 0.345 0.35 869 8.09 14.1 7.61 0.198 1,190 7.1 80.1 5.07 1.01 7.43 15.68 0.395 6.13 0.055 2.04 102 2.71 786 1.4 304 0.29 0.216 0.245

HOLDING FIRMS 0.38 4,340,000 72.75 2,034,530 14.48 6,688,400 1.2 36,000 6.2 25,500 0.35 2,000,000 0.35 50,000 870 470,540 8.14 3,347,700 14.2 11,819,800 7.7 3,100 0.198 390,000 1,210 163,790 7.41 20,200 80.5 701,430 5.07 1,100 1.03 4,699,000 7.6 1,021,200 15.72 2,875,000 0.395 10,000 6.18 45,339,000 0.055 34,590,000 2.05 1,586,000 103 175,210 2.71 42,000 794 678,500 1.41 179,000 307 15,680 0.29 110,000 0.216 70,000 0.245 20,000

1,614,750 148,417,089.50 96,964,918 43,260 158,100 703,600 17,500 410,584,635 27,252,615 169,354,568 23,690 78,700 196,734,595 147,694 56,442,012.50 5,580 4,816,490 7,745,385 45,385,688 3,950 280,282,166 1,912,410 3,256,940 18,019,152 115,210 537,980,210 252,060 4,800,988 31,900 15,280 4,900

37,000 -44,367,747.50 12,159,454 -80,610,135 22,625,591 53,660,154 -19,325,390 -4,998,829.50 211,250 -1,170,751 -275,682.00 3,026,793 550 7,597,685 75,201,325 46,200 -612,122 -31,900 -

6.25 1.54 2.59 1.29 42.4 4.12 5.74 5.3 0.53 1.14 1.5 0.175 0.52 50.3 0.7 1.69 1.18 1.01 4.2 4.85 0.395 0.38 0.67

6.06 1.46 2.49 1.21 41.45 4 5.52 5.29 0.51 1.08 1.44 0.168 0.51 49.3 0.7 1.67 1.14 0.98 4.12 4.67 0.38 0.355 0.65

PROPERTY 6.06 1,539,300 1.51 17,506,000 2.54 197,000 1.27 12,546,000 41.9 17,371,200 4 3,536,000 5.62 22,296,600 5.3 40,300 0.52 4,578,000 1.09 295,000 1.49 182,000 0.17 22,620,000 0.52 4,319,000 49.4 97,500 0.7 147,000 1.68 4,764,000 1.15 21,001,000 0.99 495,000 4.2 2,000 4.69 31,209,000 0.39 46,700,000 0.36 1,130,000 0.65 15,741,000

9,463,145 26,357,380 494,720 15,848,920 728,373,065 14,246,670 125,330,276 213,248 2,378,290 328,800 266,540 3,841,630 2,236,900 4,837,379 102,900 8,001,330 24,291,400 491,580 8,320 148,435,530 18,108,700 420,100 10,327,400

-8,306,960 -1,775,900 -298,290.00 1,859,930 354,557,790 267,940 8,754,617.00 -314,550 103,740.00 -512,200 332,792 858,880 284,200 30,908,190 -36,300 2,477,000

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AG FINANCE 4.53 ASIA UNITED 49.3 BANK PH ISLANDS 105.1 BDO LEASING 3.89 BDO UNIBANK 124.5 BRIGHT KINDLE 1.5 CHINABANK 37.3 COL FINANCIAL 16.22 EAST WEST BANK 27.55 IREMIT 1.66 MEDCO HLDG 0.7 METROBANK 88 NTL REINSURANCE 1.22 PB BANK 15.4 PBCOM 25 PHIL NATL BANK 68.9 PHIL STOCK EXCH 239 PHILTRUST 109 PSBANK 90.5 RCBC 62.1 SECURITY BANK 222 SUN LIFE 1,600 UNION BANK 84.5 VANTAGE 1.28

5.01 50 106 4.09 124.8 1.53 37.45 16.22 27.6 1.66 0.7 89.05 1.22 15.5 25 69 239 109 90.5 62.5 225 1,630 84.6 1.38

4.53 49.3 104.2 3.89 123 1.5 37.3 16.1 27.2 1.66 0.68 85.9 1.05 15.4 25 67.5 238.4 109 90.5 60.4 221 1,600 84.5 1.25

ABOITIZ POWER 38.85 AGRINURTURE 8.03 ALLIANCE SELECT 0.84 ALSONS CONS 1.61 ASIABEST GROUP 30.3 BASIC ENERGY 0.285 CEMEX HLDG 7.32 CENTURY FOOD 18.54 CIRTEK HLDG 24 CNTRL AZUCARERA14.4 CONCEPCION 73.5 CROWN ASIA 2.05 DAVINCI CAPITAL 5.23 DEL MONTE 11.56 DNL INDUS 12.3 EAGLE CEMENT 15.96 EEI CORP 10.18 EMPERADOR 6.86 ENERGY DEVT 6 FIRST GEN 19.3 FIRST PHIL HLDG 72.5 GINEBRA 13.7 HOLCIM 14.58 INTEGRATED MICR 13.24 IONICS 1.71 JOLLIBEE 216.8 LIBERTY FLOUR 65.05 LMG CHEMICALS 4.04 MABUHAY VINYL 3.5 MACAY HLDG 25.95 MANILA WATER 32.9 MAXS GROUP 21.9 MEGAWIDE 19.56 MERALCO 272 PANASONIC 6.12 PEPSI COLA 3.3 PETRON 10.62 PHIL H2O 5.19 PHINMA 10.16 PHINMA ENERGY 1.96 PHX PETROLEUM 9.31 PILIPINAS SHELL 69.6 PRYCE CORP 6.34 PUREFOODS 298 RFM CORP 4.67 ROXAS HLDG 4.61 SFA SEMICON 2.36 SHAKEYS PIZZA 13.62 SPC POWER 5.25 SWIFT FOODS 0.147 TKC METALS 1.36 UNIV ROBINA 160 VITARICH 2.04 VULCAN INDL 1.15

38.95 8.04 0.84 1.66 32 0.3 7.35 18.64 24 14.4 74 2.09 5.38 11.82 12.46 16 10.26 7 6.05 19.82 72.6 13.92 14.82 13.5 1.75 219.6 65.1 4.04 3.65 25.95 33 21.95 19.56 272 6.38 3.38 10.78 5.19 10.3 1.96 9.61 69.6 6.4 299 4.67 4.62 2.41 13.8 5.34 0.153 1.37 162.7 2.15 1.15

ABACORE CAPITAL ABOITIZ EQUITY ALLIANCE GLOBAL ANGLO PHIL HLDG ANSCOR ATN HLDG A ATN HLDG B AYALA CORP COSCO CAPITAL DMCI HLDG FILINVEST DEV FORUM PACIFIC GT CAPITAL HOUSE OF INV JG SUMMIT JOLLIVILLE HLDG LODESTAR LOPEZ HLDG LT GROUP MABUHAY HLDG METRO PAC INV PACIFICA PRIME ORION SAN MIGUEL CORP SEAFRONT RES SM INVESTMENTS SOLID GROUP TOP FRONTIER UNIOIL HLDG WELLEX INDUS ZEUS HLDG

0.385 73.9 14.86 1.2 6.2 0.345 0.35 871 8.09 14.68 7.61 0.203 1,195 7.1 81 5.1 1.02 7.43 16.08 0.395 6.17 0.056 2.04 103 2.8 808 1.4 306.6 0.29 0.232 0.245

8990 HLDG 6.21 A BROWN 1.54 ARANETA PROP 2.59 ARTHALAND CORP 1.23 AYALA LAND 41.9 BELLE CORP 4.12 CEB LANDMASTERS 5.7 CEBU HLDG 5.3 CENTURY PROP 0.52 CITY AND LAND 1.14 CITYLAND DEVT 1.45 CROWN EQUITIES 0.174 CYBER BAY 0.51 DOUBLEDRAGON 50 EMPIRE EAST 0.7 FILINVEST LAND 1.67 GLOBAL ESTATE 1.16 IRC PROP 0.98 KEPPEL PROP 4.12 MEGAWORLD 4.7 MRC ALLIED 0.39 PHIL ESTATES 0.38 PHIL REALTY 0.67

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PRIMEX CORP 4 PTFC REDEV CORP 27.8 ROBINSONS LAND 25.4 ROCKWELL 1.71 SHANG PROP 3.25 SM PRIME HLDG 34.6 STA LUCIA LAND 1.05 SUNTRUST HOME 0.91 VISTA LAND 5.73

4 28 25.5 1.72 3.25 35.2 1.11 0.91 5.75

3.92 27.8 24.5 1.7 3.25 34.4 1.04 0.88 5.68

3.97 27.8 24.5 1.72 3.25 34.55 1.09 0.88 5.75

5,000 4,200 2,586,700 22,000 20,000 12,031,900 37,055,000 166,000 3,594,700

19,830 117,400 63,951,545 37,710 65,000 417,132,060 39,964,960 146,800 20,574,634

-14,641,755 236,505,425 -450,370 -4,787,149

2GO GROUP 27.95 ABS CBN 42.7 ACESITE HOTEL 1.77 APC GROUP 0.52 APOLLO GLOBAL 0.044 ASIAN TERMINALS 11.28 BERJAYA 5.51 BLOOMBERRY 9.7 BOULEVARD HLDG 0.09 CALATA CORP 2.08 CEBU AIR 98.6 DFNN INC 8.5 DISCOVERY WORLD 2.3 GLOBE TELECOM 2,228 GMA NETWORK 6.08 GOLDEN HAVEN 15.9 HARBOR STAR 2.88 IMPERIAL 3.41 INTL CONTAINER 102.2 IPM HLDG 8.9 ISLAND INFO 0.186 ISM COMM 1.4 JACKSTONES 3.66 LBC EXPRESS 16.4 LEISURE AND RES 4.25 MACROASIA 4.6 MANILA JOCKEY 2.25 MELCO RESORTS 9.88 METRO RETAIL 3.68 MLA BRDCASTING 16.5 NOW CORP 2.76 PAL HLDG 5.01 PHIL SEVEN CORP 167 PHILWEB 10.7 PLDT 1,897 PREMIUM LEISURE 1.6 PRMIERE HORIZON 0.395 PUREGOLD 44.9 ROBINSONS RTL 89.05 SBS PHIL CORP 6.08 SSI GROUP 2.95 STI HLDG 1.19 TRANSPACIFIC BR 1.99 TRAVELLERS 3.05 WATERFRONT 0.84 WILCON DEPOT 6.5

28 42.7 1.85 0.52 0.045 11.28 5.67 10.06 0.092 2.09 100.3 8.74 2.3 2,228 6.08 16.16 2.94 3.45 105 8.9 0.187 1.5 3.67 16.48 4.35 4.6 2.35 9.99 3.69 16.5 2.76 5.2 167 10.98 1,897 1.6 0.395 45.8 89.2 6.19 3.08 1.25 1.99 3.05 0.88 6.63

26.3 42.35 1.77 0.5 0.043 11.28 5.51 9.66 0.089 2.04 98.6 8.45 2.3 2,152 6.06 15.68 2.87 3.4 102.2 8.85 0.183 1.4 3.55 16.32 4.23 4.51 2.25 9.86 3.65 15.7 2.7 5.01 167 10.3 1,850 1.58 0.395 43.6 87.45 6 2.95 1.19 1.99 2.9 0.84 6.48

SERVICES 27.05 1,100,600 42.4 63,500 1.82 525,000 0.51 2,407,000 0.044 37,100,000 11.28 1,200 5.67 400 9.97 13,912,600 0.089 51,580,000 2.09 1,211,000 99.5 83,600 8.74 32,000 2.3 18,000 2,152 78,380 6.06 161,600 16 68,900 2.9 2,159,000 3.43 67,000 104 3,229,060 8.9 389,000 0.183 8,140,000 1.45 2,420,000 3.67 85,000 16.32 13,800 4.3 854,000 4.53 232,000 2.35 4,000 9.92 3,804,100 3.69 524,000 15.7 6,500 2.73 724,000 5.2 9,500 167 30 10.42 1,598,500 1,873 103,220 1.58 4,038,000 0.395 1,110,000 44 5,348,200 87.8 2,220,930 6.08 773,700 3 22,306,000 1.23 77,691,000 1.99 120,000 2.95 9,961,000 0.85 18,171,000 6.5 18,939,100

29,810,485 2,692,505 957,220 1,221,530 1,632,600 13,536 2,252 137,950,864 4,631,170 2,492,460 8,321,142.50 271,415 41,400 169,739,470 980,194 1,091,224 6,258,500 229,860 335,803,449 3,456,050 1,494,640 3,553,120 306,410 226,208 3,683,400 1,053,820 9,250 37,774,682 1,926,440 106,222 1,968,480 49,381 5,010 16,920,658 193,616,930 6,388,750 438,450 236,504,525 195,852,205.50 4,746,601 67,055,100 94,747,060 238,800 29,489,980 15,663,590 123,878,896

1,561,190 -64,750 188,700 -17,600 -5,932,854 -45,000 8,160 1,191,666 40,053,250 -498,750 13,730,122 36,800 -14,800 137,760 390,850 -64,400 -3,736,702 -269,000 40,650 36,920 -1,635,770 -10,391,740 1,329,350 143,050 30,294,999 -9,755,140 3,884,600 -3,759,220.00 88,550 42,770,565

ABRA MINING APEX MINING ATLAS MINING BENGUET A BENGUET B CENTURY PEAK COAL ASIA HLDG DIZON MINES FERRONICKEL GEOGRACE LEPANTO A LEPANTO B MANILA MINING A MARCVENTURES NICKEL ASIA NIHAO OMICO CORP ORNTL PENINSULA ORNTL PETROL A PETROENERGY PHILODRILL PX MINING PXP ENERGY SEMIRARA MINING TA PETROLEUM UNITED PARAGON

0.0031 1.8 5 2.1 2.16 0.94 0.395 9.4 2.38 0.3 0.182 0.198 0.011 2.03 6.15 2.07 0.455 0.97 0.01 6.16 0.012 9.04 3.19 162.1 2.65 0.0083

0.0032 1.8 5.05 2.25 2.2 0.94 0.405 9.8 2.39 0.31 0.183 0.198 0.011 2.09 6.18 2.14 0.455 0.97 0.011 6.19 0.012 9.12 3.19 164.4 2.71 0.0083

0.0031 1.75 5 2.1 2.16 0.9 0.39 9.4 2.35 0.295 0.182 0.195 0.011 2 6.14 1.98 0.455 0.96 0.01 6.11 0.012 8.95 3.15 160.5 2.65 0.0083

MINING & OIL 0.0032 314,000,000 1.76 8,259,000 5.03 9,200 2.25 2,000 2.2 2,000 0.92 808,000 0.405 1,270,000 9.43 60,600 2.39 879,000 0.3 2,580,000 0.183 1,280,000 0.195 340,000 0.011 1,400,000 2.03 168,000 6.18 1,816,900 2 1,385,000 0.455 10,000 0.96 160,000 0.01 30,100,000 6.19 106,300 0.012 5,300,000 9.12 435,500 3.17 633,000 160.5 1,560,580 2.7 149,000 0.0083 11,000,000

973,700 14,570,860 46,298 4,350 4,360 747,440 503,450 585,536 2,079,980 779,650 233,960 66,330 15,400 339,180 11,183,881 2,785,400 4,550 153,620 316,000 651,638 63,600 3,942,992 2,004,680 252,226,165 401,940 91,300

-14,030 -503 153,130 60,450 745,956 -111,721 -126,350 -15,663,155 -

ABS HLDG PDR AC PREF B1 AC PREF B2 ALCO PREF B DD PREF FGEN PREF F FGEN PREF G FPH PREF C GMA HLDG PDR GTCAP PREF A GTCAP PREF B PCOR PREF 2A PCOR PREF 2B PF PREF 2 PNX PREF 3A SMC PREF 2C SMC PREF 2E SMC PREF 2F SMC PREF 2H SMC PREF 2I

42.95 516 515 106 105 108.1 115.5 510 5.8 1,007 1,015 1,040 1,110 1,012 104.5 82.5 80.5 80.95 78.5 78.55

43 516 515 106 105 108.1 115.5 510 5.8 1,007 1,017 1,040 1,110 1,015 104.5 83 80.5 80.95 78.5 79.1

42.6 516 512 106 105 108.1 115.5 508 5.76 1,005 1,015 1,040 1,110 1,012 104.5 82 80.5 80.95 78.5 78.05

PREFERRED 42.6 100,500 516 580 515 4,500 106 4,390 105 22,030 108.1 10,000 115.5 290 508 4,000 5.76 113,600 1,007 3,805 1,017 1,000 1,040 4,250 1,110 1,970 1,015 290 104.5 650 82 140,110 80.5 8,440 80.95 8,670 78.5 1,620 78.05 15,430

4,281,445 299,280 2,316,160 465,340 2,313,150 1,081,000 33,495 2,038,000 654,992 3,824,365 1,016,300 4,420,000 2,186,700 293,810 67,925 11,539,200 679,420 701,836.50 127,170 1,212,338

4,272,850 -1,081,000 -1,530,000 -596,992 50,300 -4,420,000 -

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2.26

2.15

WARRANTS 2.18 64,000

139,690

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ITALPINAS PHILAB HLDG XURPAS

3.96 6.18 8.1

3.97 6.18 8.21

3.91 5.98 7.98

SME 3.96 6.12 8

844,450 2,354,196 9,026,524

0 -3,315,853

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670,765

122,871

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TRADING SUMMARY

SHARES

FINANCIAL

19,147,493

INDUSTRIAL

150,466,004

HOLDING FIRMS

139,929,735

PROPERTY

293,176,483

SERVICES

295,963,360

MINING & OIL

384,769,800

GRAND TOTAL

1,285,185,148

214,000 393,200 1,119,000

EXCHANGE TRADED FUNDS 120.2 5,570

VALUE 1,949.87 (DOWN) 13.78 952,553,422.67 FINANCIAL INDUSTRIAL 11,147.91 (UP) 7.35 1,841,406,741.62 HOLDING FIRMS 7,845.12 (DOWN) 56.72 2,503,755,090.36 PROPERTY 3,770.81 (DOWN) 5.05 SERVICES 1,746.12 (DOWN) 10.74 1,733,011,581.02 MINING & OIL 12,570.22 (DOWN) 63.03 1,892,105,792.65 PSEI 7,958.63 (DOWN) 43.69 294,799,720.906 All Shares Index 4,737.40 (DOWN) 22.87 9,230,530,418.63 Gainers: 91; Losers: 97; Unchanged: 50; Total: 238

A big component of the project is the development of BPO buildings with a gross floor area of 300,000 square meters.

Lozano said the company was receiving a lot of inquiries from existing BPO tenants in Manila about the possibility of moving to Capital Town because of the large pool of workers in Pampanga and surrounding provinces.

Other components of the project are residential, civic and institutional facilities such as school, amphitheater and event venues, mall and retail hubs, hotel, a museum and a shophouse district.

“What we are building in Pampanga is a unique township concept that will truly bring out the best of the Kapampangan culture, tradition and history. In 10 years, Pampanga will see a CBD that is not only a showcase of homegrown businesses and entrepreneurs, but also a center for local arts and culture,” Lozano said.

The 10-year development is the first integrated urban mixed use project of Megaworld north of Luzon. It will also be the 21st township development of Megaworld in its portfolio.

Lozano said the company would sell 98 commercial spaces within a six-hectare development that would generate P1.7 billion in proceeds.

“We will be selling lots to those who want to build their businesses, and at the same time, live there. The first two lower levels may be dedicated for the business while the topmost floor may be used for their residence. This is a unique offering that we will introduce in Capital Town to help local entrepreneurs and businesses,” Lozano said.

Casino operator remains positive

By Alena Mae S. Flores THE Philippine gaming industry posted a 48-percent growth in terms of gross gaming revenue in the first quarter, before a lone gunman attacked Resorts World Manila on June 2.

“It’s growing stronger this year, so far 48 percent [in terms of growth],” said Enrique Razon Jr., chairman and chief executive of Bloomberry Resorts Corp. at the sidelines of the company’s annual stockholder’s meeting.

Razon, whose company operates Solaire Resort & Casino in Parañaque City, said it was too early to determine the impact of the recent Resorts World incident which claimed the lives of 38 people including the suspect.

“We’ll have to see, once the investigation is concluded and measures are done to prevent a repetition of such a thing in the future,” Razon said.

Razon said the gaming industry was “extremely sensitive” to these type of incidents but the impact could be softened as authorities ruled out terrorism in the June 2 incident.

He said Solaire experienced around 40 booking cancellations shortly after the attack.

Razon said Solaire’s security measures were heightened since the Davao bombing and the Marawi ongoing conflict.

Solaire has around 400 security personnel.

Razon also said the company was waiting for market indication for its planned expansion program including the second phase of Solaire property in Parañaque and a new facility in Quezon City.

Motoring

FRIDAY, JUNE 9, 2017

B3

Upgraded Civic boasts Navi system

H

ONDA Cars Philippines, Inc. introduces the New Civic 1.8 E CVT Navi Limited Edition, now equipped with a navigation system and select Modulo accessories that provide better customer ownership for Honda’s sporty compact sedan.

The highlight of the New Civic 1.8 E CVT Navi Limited Edition is the integration of Honda’s 7 inch touch screen Audio-Visual Navigation system which provides customers more ease and enjoyment as they navigate through their daily drive. Other features include Bluetooth connectivity for hands-free telephone functionality and audio streaming, HDMI Port and MiraCast projection for screen mirroring, and USB input for media playback.

The New Civic 1.8 E CVT Navi Limited Edition is equipped with select Modulo accessories. For the exterior, accessories such as a Modulo deck lid spoiler and Modulo door visors are added for sporty SINCE 2005, Petron Corporation has tested its cutting-edge fuels in real world driving conditions to validate its laboratory findings.

This has resulted in fuel innovations that best match the requirements of Filipino motorists, for all types of vehicles, on all types of terrain.

Following the certifications issued by leading global laboratories which rated Petron’s Blaze 100 Euro 6 as surpassing the most stringent fuel technology and emission benchmark in the world, the Philippines’ most advanced gasoline was field tested in a marathon performance run across the length of Luzon.

With Honda as the official vehicle partner, test teams were deployed in two driving modes— hypermiling mode to test fuel efficiency, and normal mode to test the overall driving experience. The six-day run saw the test teams driving up to Ilocos Norte and then all the way down to Sorsogon, before turning back to return to Metro Manila. For the hypermilers, the challenge was to see how far they could go on one full tank of Petron Blaze 100 Euro 6. In normal mode, the cars were heavily loaded with luggage and other equipment, and drivers were asked to drive as they saw fit depending on the terrain and traffic conditions.

Driving a Honda City 1.5 E CVT, the hypermiling team of Raymund Dimapilis and Enrico Mabunay were able to travel an impressive 33.69 kilometers for every liter. According to Dimapilis, their team did not expect to go the distance, saying: “There are a lot of write-ups that say there is no need to get a highoctane fuel beyond the manufacturer’s recommendation. However, this run proved that having a high-performance fuel has its benefits—in our case, fuel economy—when used properly. An-

aesthetics. A Modulo trunk tray is also added for improved cargo functionality. All of which will come standard in the New Civic 1.8 E CVT Navi Limited Edition.

The New Civic 1.8 E CVT Navi Limited Edition is powered by a 1.8 liter engine that produces a maximum power output of 141 PS at 6,500 rpm and maximum torque of 17.4 kg-m at 4,300 rpm and is mated to an Earth Dreams Technology developed Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT). This allows for a powerful yet uncompromised fuel efficient performance.

The New Honda Civic 1.8 E CVT Navi Limited Edition for P 1,133,000 and will be available in three colors.

Honda’s compact sedan gets more sporty with its Limited Edition features.

Petron Blaze 100 Euro 6: Tested, proven in marathon performance run other factor is that Blaze is 100% gasoline, so we had additional energy available to go farther.”

On another Honda City 1.5 E CVT, hypermilers James Benjamin Gaston and John Abraham Zayco achieved 33.19-km/L. Having participated in previous Petron test runs, Gaston has the following observations: “Blaze had a significant improvement on power. This was clearly felt in the ability of the car and engine to slowly accelerate from 21-kph up to 35-kph using a steady engine rpm of 1,000. This significantly boosted the hypermiling technique of a steady crawl at a thrifty rpm in urban areas where stop-and-go driving and spiking rpms are the greatest factor in losing fuel efficiency.”

Further, he notes that while this was not so obvious to the

driver at higher speeds and rpm, the engine computer continued to show good fuel economy. “This can be attributed to the better power delivered by Blaze as the engine does not need as much fuel to achieve the same power necessary to maintain cruising speeds,” he explains.

Meanwhile, Antonio Siddayao and Lester Constantino, on-board a Honda CR-v 2.0 AT were testing the new Blaze formulation in normal driving mode. Over the course of the six-day run, Siddayao reports: “At our first fill-up, we did not notice any significant change. After our second refill, the engine response was noticeable and we took note of our fuel consumption from thereon. From Laoag, Ilocos Norte, to San Fernando, La Union, we only consumed 12-liters, despite some

with its unique fuel and additive formulations; (5) significantly reduced harmful emissions; and (6) reduced maintenance costs (e.g., longer catalyst life for emission system).

Based on the fuel efficiency results and driver feedback, these are tangible benefits that ordinary motorists can experience with Petron Blaze 100 Euro 6. These also confirm the results obtained in tests conducted by leading global laboratories in Singapore, the United Kingdom, and Germany. Samples of Blaze 100 Euro 6 were taken from Petron’s Bataan refinery and randomly from its stations by SGS, the world’s leading inspection, verification, testing, and certification company.

The samples were then sent to SGS laboratories in the United Kingdom, Singapore and the

Endurance run. The 2017 Petron TriAction Performance Run flagged off from the Petron NLEX-Marilao service station on its northward journey to Ilocos Norte before traversing the entire length of Luzon down to Sorsogon and back to Manila. Eighteen vehicles of various makes were tested under hypermiling and normal driving mode. More than 50 participants were involved in the run, including official observers from the Department of Energy and Automobile Association Philippines.

Mazda marks 50 years of defying conventions On May 30, 1967, Mazda Motor Corporation began its legacy of doing what was said couldn’t be done. This was the day the independent Japanese company started to sell the Mazda Cosmo Sport 110S — the world’s first production twin-rotor, rotaryengine car. It was Mazda’s first sports car, and for a company more well known for its small passenger cars and work trucks up to that date, this was a huge step into the big leagues.

Mazda — then Toyo Kogyo Corporation — needed to create a unique technology that would differentiate it among a rapidly globalizing Japanese automotive industry in order to stay independent. In 1961, Mazda licensed NSU Motorenwerke AG and Wankel GmbH’s rotary engine technology, sharing learnings with the German companies in hopes of making wider use of the engine. Using its engineering might, Mazda worked hard on making rotary engine technology work. It had wagered its entire existence on this and

sudden accelerations and averaging highway speeds of 60-90kph.”

Driving through the varying terrains and traffic conditions in the southern corridor of Luzon until the finish in Naga, driver logs showed that the team used about 185-liters on 2,367-kilometers.

That’s like traveling from Manila to Baguio 9-1/2 times on just three fill-ups of the Honda CRV’s 58-liter fuel tank. “Not bad for a 2.0-liter SUV,” Siddayao concludes.

According to Petron R&D, due to its pure formulation and very high octane, Petron Blaze 100 Euro 6 gives motorists six advantages and benefits, namely: (1) improved fuel efficiency; (2) powerful engine performance and acceleration; (3) guaranteed cleaner engines on just one full tank; (4) improved combustion

failure would not be an option.

Mazda never stopped challenging its engineers and designers to keep improving their craft.

Eventually, those efforts would spawn championship-winning motorsports programs all over the world, as well as lead the way for subsequent sports cars that focused on lightweight performance over brute strength.

The highest point of Mazda’s development of the rotary engine was in 1991, when the quadrotor-powered Mazda 787B won the famed 24 Hours of Le Mans.

During its production, more than 1.99 million rotary-engine vehicles were produced, from sports cars to sedans and even a 26-passenger bus.

“The spirit to innovate, challenge and defy convention lives on in every Mazda product we offer to our customers,” shares Steven Tan, president and CEO of Bermaz Auto Philippines, the exclusive distributor of Mazda vehicles and parts in the country. He adds, “Mazda has always prided itself in being at

the forefront of driving technology. Our current SKYACTIV lineup is a direct product of this ingrained culture that pushes the boundaries of engineering to deliver more efficient and exciting products that emotionally connect to our customers.”

As was the case with the Wankel rotary engine, developing SKYACTIV Technology was thought to be an impossible task, never mind the fact that it was being advanced by an independent, smaller automaker during the 2008 world financial crisis.

When Mazda introduced its SKYACTIV-Engine family, no other gasoline-powered production vehicle could operate with a 14.0:1 compression ratio — the world’s highest. Similarly, no other diesel engine could achieve a 14.4:1 compression ratio either — the world’s lowest.

Today, Mazda’s clean-operating SKYACTIV engines are still unmatched in their balance of performance, driving engagement and environmental efficiency.

Philippines. All samples tested met specifications (EN 228:2012) for Euro 6-technology vehicles.

Petron also sent samples of this innovative product to ISP The Testing Institute, a leading engine and vehicle testing laboratory for fuels and lubricants development. ISP conducted a Gasoline Direct Injection (GDI) test with Blaze 100 Euro 6 and found it did not cause carbon deposits in GDI engines. GDI is a more advanced engine technology that addresses fuel economy and emissions. It is being used in newer European, American, and Asian car models.

Millbrook Proving Ground, which provides validation and engineering services in the automotive, transport, and defense industries, also tested Blaze 100 Euro 6. It conducted an Intake Valve Deposit (IVD) test and found Blaze 100 Euro 6 cleaned over 70% of engine deposits in 60 hours. Millbrook UK said Blaze 100 Euro 6 passed the “Euro 6b” emission standard— the strictest emission standard in the world. IVD tests apply to Port Fuel Injection engines which are widely used the Philippines.

“We are proud that Blaze 100 Euro 6 meets the world’s best environmental and fuel technology standards. With the highest octane rating but the lowest sulfur content, it is the best gasoline in the market by far in terms of power, efficiency, engine protection, and reduced emissions,” Petron President & CEO Ramon S. Ang said.

“Since our fuels are locallyproduced and formulated in our refinery, we can guarantee the quality and consistency of Petron fuels. We will continue to innovate and lead in fuels technology so we can put more savings in our customers’ pockets while improving air quality across the nation,” he concluded.

Maximize your parking space WITH the MMDA’s campaign to rid the public road network of illegally parked vehicles, and as a safety precaution for car owners, having your own multi-level parking space is a practical convenience.

Smart Parking offers optional parking for private garages which can hold two to four cars depending on the size of the garage. “This unit is popular among families which have three to four cars.

With our parking solution, we promote space saving by maximizing the potential of your garage. It also provides convenience to everybody in the neighborhood because you declog the streets of parked cars.

Smart Paking is a technology has been in use in countries like Japan, Singapore, the United States, Korea and Europe for years now. The smallest unit can hold six sedans with a maximum of 16 sedans. This parking unit can also accommodate 12 SUV’s.

Engineered and designed by Korean firm DongYang PC, Smart Parking is suitable for for areas with existing structures and limited parking spaces.

“The unit itself is 100 percent made in Korea, apart from the motor which is made in Germany. Smart Parking carries a 10-year warranty with a lifespan

of 25 years,” explains Gilbert Pinuela, Head of Parking Solutions for Emicor Inc. Other advantages of Smart Parking include maximizing your limited space; security against theft; safety because the structure can withstand an M8

earthquake and 250kph winds; quick installation in a matter of days and environment friendly.

For details on how to maximize your parking space, you may call +632 3723601 to 05 or log on to smartparking@emicor-inc.com for details.

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Fly high with FoilaFly

Text and photos by Dino Ray V. Directo III

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S THERE a better way to explore the country’s 7,100 islands than experiencing it from the skies? FoilaFly, a division of Foilacar

Industries is set to carve inroads in the local aviation market with its Aero Club.

The Aero Club conforms with Cirrus Standards and is currently undergoing a certification process required by the Civil Aviation Authority of the Philippines for the club to legally operate domestic flights, company officials said. With aircraft facilities in Manila, Bulacan and Clark manned by highly trained personnel, FoilaFly is a Fight Train-

ing Center and provides aircraft rental/ownership for recreational pilots. With their corporate offices situated in the business hub of Pasig City along Brixton Street, Barrio Ugong, FoilaFly offers services similar to a full service Fixed-Base Operator Membership, which allows an individual to use the airplanes and facilities for recreational flying and flight

training. Currently, the FoilaFly Aero Club fleet consists of four single engine Cirrus airplanes: two SR20’s and two SR22’s.

“Our aim is to bring flying closer to a bigger spectrum of the target market. This is a lifestyle and business oriented flying club,” explains Lester Codog, Cirrus brand ambassador and CEO of FoilaFly.

Touch-sensitive controls inspire confidence in flying the Cirrus.

Lester Codog, the man who reinvented car paint protection, sets his sights on higher plane.

Last week, this writer together with Ulysses Ang of Philippine Star and Patrick Tulfo of Business Mirror were invited to explore the beauty of the country from above the clouds. From the airport in Plaridel, Bulacan, our group of jetsetters took off midmorning and flew to the City of Smiles for a buffet lunch hosted

by Bacolod City Vice Mayor Gerany Suatengco.

Prior to the establishment of the Aero Club, Codog is a trained and licensed pilot who went through an extensive flight training of the Cirrus airplane in the United States. “Every member will have to undergo flight training for three months

or 40 to 50 flying hours before the member is allowed to fly his own aircraft,” adds Codog. The Aero Club also offers services to those members who previously own Cirrus aircrafts. Some of these member services include: tie-downs, 24-hour fuel availability, and a guarded hangar for safety and security.

Codog allowed each of us to fly the Cirrus 22. At first, it was nerve wracking, considering that we were 10,500 feet in the air and the controls were touch sensitive. It was a totally different feeling to fly an airplane. Tulfo, a drone enthusiast, managed to land the Cirrus in Cebu, with the encouragement from our group

and assistance from Codog.

As a member of the FoilaFly Aero Club, one gets access to great destinations around the country. In a matter of minutes, one will be in scenic and postcard perfect locations such as Coron, Palawan; Boracay and Bohol, all in the comforts of a Cirrus aircraft. “Plans are underway for the purchase of two more Cirrus planes, a personalized SR22 with matching leather seats, alcantara dashboard, plus all the bells and whistles, Codog says. A Cirrus Vison Jet will be included in the purchase. The Cirrus SR 22 has a sticker price of P30 million. while the Cirrus SR 20 costs around P20m.

LGUs

P10-m Munti drug user subsidy THROUGH a memorandum of agreement, the local government of Muntinlupa will be subsidizing rehabilitation of drug users and pushers in DoH Treatment and Rehabilitation Centers (DoH-TRC).

Mayor Jaime Fresnedi, DoHTRC Bicutan director Dr. Marvin Diokno, and DoH-TRC Tagaytay representative Jocelyn Belencion inked a MOA last June 7 at Muntinlupa City Hall, Putatan for policies in the acceptance of indigent drug dependents in the rehabilitation facilities.

Drug Abuse Prevention and Control Office chief PSSUPT Florocito Ragudo (ret.) said the subsidy amounting to P10 million will benefit indigent drug dependents who are financially challenged to undergo the program.

Ragudo reported that out of 52 patients for in house rehab from January to May 2017, 33 patients or 63 percent did not push through for the treatment. He added that the greatest factor of deferment is the cost of rehabilitation.

The cost of treatment in DoH Treatment and Rehabilitation Centers amounts to an average of 15,000 pesos for seven months.

Dapco information officer Josephine Suitado said indigent drug dependents should coordinate with their Barangay Anti-Drug Abuse Council to avail the subsidy from the city government.

Suitado added that their agency targets 55 individuals identified in the Mamamayan at Pamilya Laban sa Droga (MAPALAD) program of the local government for in house rehabilitation. She noted that other surrenderers undergo communitybased rehab approach conducted

by Badac groups.

Mayor Jaime Fresnedi hopes that the financial assistance encourages indigent drug dependents in Muntinlupa to seek for medical help in resolving adverse effects of illegal drugs.

Fresnedi added that the after-care program for surrenderers is integral part of the drug clearing operations.

The local government pushes strenuous effort in its drug clearing operations to the communities. Muntinlupa has two declared drug-free communities, Gundran Compound in Brgy. Putatan and Pinagpala Compound in Brgy. Bayanan.

Jimbo Owen Gulle, Editor Roger M. Garcia, Assistant Editor jimbo.gulle@gmail.com mslocalgov@gmail.com

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FRIDAY, JUNE 9, 2017

GARDEN GREENING. Dr. Isa Cojuangco-Suntay (in blue shirt) of the Tarlac Heritage Foundation poses with Brig. Gen. Rodel Mauro Alarcon Alamcon (left), Commander of the Philippine Army Headquarters and Headquarters Service Support Group, as they led a seminar on planting and gardening, farming skills and techniques during the launching of the HSSG Hardin ng Lunas at the Seb Kamayan Area at the Army headquarters in Taguig City. Lino Santos

‘More hotels near hospitals’ M

By Rio N. Araja

ORE hotels are needed near hospital zones in Quezon City, Mayor Herbert Bautista said Thursday.

He urged hoteliers and property developers to build hotels and lodging facilities near hospitals to cater to the needs of families of patients seeking treatment.

The mayor, however, admitted the city lacks accommodations for non-tourist transients.

Quezon City is home to 46 government and private hospitals, among these are specialized government facilities—the Philippine Heart Center, Philippine

Orthopedic Hospital, Philippines Children’s Medical Center, Lung Center of the Philippines, and National Kidney and Transplant Institute.

“We want an additional support system for the hospitals, like hotels. There should be support structures around hospital zones.

We don’t want patients and their families to go elsewhere. If someone is having a medical procedure at the Philippine Heart Center, his

family should not venture outside Quezon City, to find a place to stay,” Bautista said.

“If someone is recovering from plastic surgery for a week, his or her kin will have to stay here, eat, shop, take a coffee break and see the parks in Quezon City.”

Bautista also instructed the city’s tourism department, headed by Divina Gracia Pascua, to come up with a bed and breakfast scheme that could give livelihood opportunities to residents in areas near hospital zones.

The city government is willing to give incentives on real property taxes for those who would build hotels or bed-andbreakfast in these areas.

The mayor also emphasized the role of travel agencies in marketing Quezon City as a medical and wellness hub.

The call of Bautista is part of his vision to make Quezon City the “medical and wellness capital of Asia” by 2020.

“On a global scale, I’ve learned that medical tourism is one of the so-called sunrise industries. Our report from Allied Market Research forecast the world medical tourism could be $143 billion by 2020. Growth is phenomenal and the Philippines is poised to benefit because of our hospitality, skilled doctors, and ready facilities,” the mayor said.

Apart from the best hospitals,

‘Choose right course to avoid mismatch’

By Jun David THE Technical Education and Skills Development Authority has advised students to choose the right course when they go to college to avoid job mismatched with their skills.

Tesda director general Guiling Mamondiong said it is important for students to choose their proper course so that they could easily land jobs after graduation.

Mamondiong advised those who will enroll at Tesda to choose the right skills and to land better jobs after completion of their courses.

From 1995 up to 2016, Tesda records showed that 30,621,180 enrolled in their training programs. About 25,434,151 students finished their courses; 11,148,144 others got assessment and 9,167,792 were certified.

Tesda said the country needs graduates from five industry sectors such as agribusiness, construction, information technology, health and wellness, and hotel,

restaurant and tourism.

Training programs in agribusiness sector are agriculture production and horticulture while in the construction sector, there is carpentry, masonry, and heavy equipment operation.

Programs under information technology sector are visual graphic design, 2D/3D animation, and contact center services.

Under health and wellness, the training programs are massage therapy, caregiving and beauty care. For the hotel, restaurant and tourism sector, the training programs are housekeeping, barista, bartending and cookery, etc.

Last year, training programs in the Top 10 are Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW) NC II; Cookery NC II; Food and Beverage Services NC II; Bread and Pastry Production NC II; Housekeeping NC II; Electrical Installation and Maintenance NC II; Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW) NC I; Computer System Servicing NC II; Bookkeeping NC III and Contact Center Services NC II.

ter a huge private subdivision in the city refused to allow Maynilad to take over its water supply and distribution.

However, Mayor Edwin Olivarez disclosed that 95 subdivisions in the city will also benefit with the completion of the multimillion project, Development Bank of the Philippines and Japan International Cooperation Agency, by October this year.

The project which started July last year created tremendous traffic

Quezon City also boasts of the top aesthetics clinic that can be found on Tomas Morato and wellness clinics around the city.

He believes the city is very ripe to take the challenge of medical tourism because of the combination of the best facilities and best human resource in Quezon City.

“I believe that Filipinos are the best in terms of providing personal and effective health care, so to speak. The Filipinos are hospital enough,” he said.

Meanwhile, Quezon City Muslim Consultative Council executive director Jameel RM Jaymalin said his Muslim brothers are well taken care of in the city.

V’zuela village is ‘drug cleared’

ILOCANO SUPPORT. Supporting the call of Ilocano tobacco farmers who have urged the release

of six detained employees of the Ilocos Norte provincial government, mayors of Ilocos Norte and their constituents have initiated a province-wide signature campaign and grassroots support as shown in this picture. The so-called ‘Ilocos Six’ were cited in contempt during the investigation of the House Committee on Good Government and Public Accountability on the Ilocos Norte Capitol’s purchase of motor vehicles worth P66.45 million sourced from tobacco excise taxes as an alleged misuse of funds.

Parañaque sewer work to benefit 516k in city DECADES after, the city of Parañaque will finally experience potable water before the end of the year.

The West Zone concessionaire Maynilad Water Services, Inc. has fast tracked the Paranaque sewer network project (SNP) that will benefit 516,000 people in nine of 16 barangays in the city.

Since Parañaque became a municipality in 1975, water supply has been a problem for its households and subdivisions, af-

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problem particularly in the stretch of A. Santos Avenue, also known as Sucat Road and several villages after Maynilad laid 34.6 kilometers of the 77-kilometer sewer line that it is installing in city.

The project involves the laying of about 65 kilometers of sewer pipes with diameter sizes ranging from 200mm to 1,500mm.

As of July 2016, over 16 kilometers of sewer pipes have already been laid.

Just four months more and traf-

fic will be eased along Sucat. Aside from this, thousands of residents will also benefit from the foreign funded sewer network project,î the mayor appealed to city residents.

Olivarez said the city’s sewer network will catch, collect, and convey wastewater generated by households in Barangays La Huerta, San Dionisio, BF Homes, Don Bosco, Marcelo Green Village, Moonwalk, San Antonio, and San Isidro to Maynilad’s sewage treatment plant.

This will ensure the proper removal of harmful elements from the wastewater, thus protecting community health and the environment, said Olivarez quoting Maynilad’s officials.

Laying new wastewater infrastructure is in line with our mandate to help reduce pollution loading into river systems.

We thank Parañaque City for its support of our effort to meet this mandate, said Maynilad president Ramoncito Fernandez.

THE Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency has certified Barangay Wawang Pulo of the Valenzuela City government as a drug-cleared community.

Mayor Rex Gatchalian said the city government’s effort to clear drugs within its jurisdiction has paid off.

Based on records and the series of drug clearing operations conducted for the period of Aug. 8, 2016 to present, Barangay Wawang Pulo met all the indicators set forth under Section 8 of the Dangerous Drugs Board (DDB) Regulation No. 3, Series of 2017, or the ìStrengthening the Implementation of Barangay Drug Clearing Program.

The indicators are absence of drug supply, drug transit/transshipment activity; drug laboratory and warehouse; chemical warehouse; marijuana cultivation site; drug den; drug pusher; protector, coddler and financier; and user/dependent.

Active involvement of barangay officials in anti-drug activities and in maintaining the drug-liberated status of the barangay were also noted, along with activities on drug awareness, preventive education and information, and other related programs; and the existence of voluntary and compulsory drug treatment and rehabilitation processing desk. Jun David

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Autonomy bills ‘urgent’

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Tan represented Presidential Peace Adviser Jesus Dureza during the one-day Knowledge Sharing on Autonomy, Federalism and Peace for the Cordillera Administrative Region and the Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao held at the Makati-

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reviewed the provisions of House Bill 5343 or the bill that seeks to establish an Autonomous Region of the Cordillera and the enabling law for the Bangsamoro which has already been finalized by the Bangsamoro Transition Commission and ready for transmittal to the Office of the President.

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dent to include the Cordillera and Mindanao issues in his upcoming State of the Nation Address, Tan said OPAPP will refer the matter to the secretariat for the President’s Sona for consideration but what is important is that the two legislative measures will be certified as priority administration bills which must be immediately acted upon.

During the knowledge sharing, Cordillera and Mindanao delegates agreed that the quest for autonomy is political and for the Cordillerans, autonomy means the decentralization of administration while for the Muslims, it would connote the decentralization of powers of the central government.

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DATES May 26, 2017 - June 9, 2017 Monday, June 12, 2017 (8:00am -1:00pm) Monday, June 12, 2017 (2:00pm)

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VENUE LTO Regional Office IV-A, Int. B.Morada Ave., Lipa City LTO Regional Office IV-A, Int. B.Morada Ave., Lipa City LTO Regional Office IV-A, Int. B.Morada Ave., Lipa City

Bidders are required to submit bid bond equivalent to ten percent (10%) of their bid price in the form of cash or cashier’s/manager’s cheque.

Late bids shall not be accepted. Bids will be opened in the presence of all the bidders or their duly designated representatives and the COA representative. Highest bidder shall pay the bond to the cashier after award. The bid bond of non-winning bidders shall be returned outright.

FRANCISCO P. RANCHES JR., CESO VI Chairman, Committee on Disposal of Unclaimed Impounded Motor Vehicle Old City Hall Compound, B. Morada Ave., Lipa City, Batangas The Regional Disposal Committee reserves the right to reject any or all bids, or any part thereof, waives and formality, requirements or defects contained therein and will accept the offer it considers most advantageous to the LTO. Kindly contact Ms. Maria Victoria Lina or Mr. Sonny Evangelio at (043) 702 6968 / 09778591627 for inquiries.

FRANCISCO P. RANCHES JR., CESO VI Assistant Regional Director Chairman, Committee on Disposal of Unclaimed Impounded Motor Vehicle.

(MS-MAY 26, JUNE 2 & 9, 2017)

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P’sinan inks MoU for railway system LINGAYEN, Pangasinan—The Sangguniang Panlalawigan, in its regular session held on June 5 here, has authorized Gov. Amado I. Espino III via Provincial Resolution No. 765-2017 to sign a memorandum of understanding with the Masz Corporations Limited at the Philippine National Railways for the implementation of the PNR-Pangasinan Railway and Land Development Project in the province.

The said MoU to be signed is intended to establish cooperation and partnership collaboration with the Masz Corporations, a private company registered in Hong Kong that offers a full-range of construction-related services including railway project, and the PNR to develop a commuter rail link from various points of the cities and towns in Pangasinan and the development of the province’s available land resources.

Resolution author, board member Generoso Tulagan, Jr. bared the said project when implemented “would usher in tremendous

boost to the province’s economic development by providing better opportunities for local employment and livelihood, and increase the exchange of trade and commerce from the eastern to the western parts of the province.”

Provincial Planning and Development Coordinator Benita Pizarro added that the PPRLDP which is projected to become a flagship project in Pangasinan aims to provide ease in the movement of people and the produce of the province as it shall connect the three component cities— Alaminos, San Carlos and Urdaneta—and the lone charter city of Dagupan, and the main towns of the province.

“The project also intends to explore the potentials of other projects which could be developed in the province,” Pizarro added.

Earlier, a team from PNR and Masz Corporations Limited visited prospect locations for the project which will be subjected to feasibility study. Dexter A. See

IN BRIEF Rotary QC arm backs coastal cleanup work SUBIC, Zambales—The Rotary Club of Quezon City District 3780 has supported the environmental care project of Redondo Peninsula Energy Inc. in Barangay Cawag, this town.

Outgoing Rotary of Club of Quezon City President Mike Enriquez, club incoming president Bong Fernando, and club secretary Pocholo Jaymalin joined about 200 students of Kinabuksan Integrated School and other volunteers in the Cawag coastal cleanup on Saturday.

Sacks of recyclable, biodegradable, and residual garbage were collected from the coast of Sitio Kinabuksan, Cawag. The coastal cleanup was the second tranche of the energy company’s “Protect the Bay Initiative” program. The trash collected by students were exchanged with school supplies.

Representatives of Rotaract Downtown Olongapo also joined the cleanup. “We are glad that Rotary Club of Quezon has joined us in this noble environmental care project,” said Litz Santana, vice president and head of External Affairs of Meralco PowerGen Corp. Butch Gunio

36% of Kalinga infra projects completed TABUK CITY, Kalinga—The Lower Kalinga District Engineering Office reported more than 36 percent accomplishment in the implementation of various projects funded under the regular infrastructure fund bid out by the office covering various road sections, bridges, and other local infrastructure projects.

For this year, the LKDEO provided some P630 million worth of various infrastructure projects to be implemented and monitored by the district office while more than P415 million worth of other local infrastructure projects will be implemented and monitored by the Cordillera office of the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH-CAR).

Ireneo S. Gallato, LKDEO district engineer, said this accomplishment is so far, the highest among the different district offices regionwide for the first five months of this year, saying that the agency remains aggressive in monitoring the compliance of contractors in accomplishing their prescribed works.

“We are constantly reminding our contractors to strictly adhere to the schedule of work and accomplishment to prevent them from incurring unjustifiable slippages in their projects for us to sustain our accomplishment in the implementation of our funded projects,” Gallato stressed.

Last April, the LKDEO reported having an accomplishment of 22 percent in the implementation of their bid out projects under the P630 million regular infrastructure funds that were downloaded to the agency for the programmed infrastructure projects this year. Dexter A. See

CARITAS HEALTH SHIELD, INC.

Caritas Bldg., 97 E. Rodriguez Sr. Blvd., Quezon City Tel. 711 2411 Telefax 781-6492 CP-0917-8733882 www.caritashealthshield.com.ph

NOTICE OF SPECIAL STOCKHOLDERS’ MEETING NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the a special meeting of the stockholders of Caritas Health Shield, Inc. (CHSI) will be held at the 7th Floor, Activity Center, Caritas Corporate Centre, No. 97 E. Rodriguez Sr. Blvd., Quezon City on June 27, 2017 at 1:00 p.m. for the transaction of the following agenda: 1. Call to order 2. Report on Attendance and Quorum 3. Consideration of Board Resolution to increase the authorized capital stock of the Corporation to Php630 million from the present Php30 million, and Php300 million of the Php600 million increase shall be initially subscribed and fully paid.

Stockholders of record as of May 24, 2017 will be entitled to notice and vote at this meeting.

Quezon City, June 6, 2017.

FOR THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS

CHARLES B. ESCOLIN Corporate Secretary If you cannot personally attend the meeting and you wish to be represented thereat, you may designate your authorized representative by submitting a proxy instrument to Ms. ISIDRA C. PERIO or Ms. MICHEL D. ESPANIOLA at the 4th Floor, Caritas Corporate Centre, No. 97 E. Rodriguez Sr. Blvd., Quezon City not later than June 23, 2017.

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North Korea fires volley of missiles S EOUL―North Korea launched a volley of surface-to-ship cruise missiles off its east coast Thursday, Seoul’s defence ministry said, the latest in an accelerating series of tests defying global pressure to rein in its weapons program.

The launches come less than a week after the United Nations expanded the sanctions against Pyongyang in response to its recent ballistic missile tests.

“North Korea fired multiple unidentified projectiles, assumed to be surface-to-ship cruise missiles, this morning from the vicinity of Wonsan, Gangwon Province,” the defense ministry said.

The short range missiles flew for some 200 kilometers at an altitude of two kilometers before falling into the Sea of Japan, the ministry added.

Thursday’s launches are the North’s fifth round of tests―three ballistic missile launches, a surfaceto-air missile and now the cruise missiles―since the South’s new president Moon Jae-in took power in early May. “The only thing North Korea will earn through provocations is international isolation and economic hardship, and it will lose opportunities for development,” Moon said at a meeting of the National Security Council Thursday, according to Blue House spokesman Park Soo-Hyun.

Seoul “will not take a single step back or make compromises over the issue of national security or the safety of its people,” Moon said, ac-

cording to his spokesman.

Thursday’s launch “was aimed at showing off various missile capabilities and anti-ship precision strike capability,” a spokesman for South Korea’s Joint Chiefs of Staff told reporters, adding it did not appear to have violated UN sanctions.

Cruise missile tests do not contravene UN regulations, Korea Defense Network analyst Lee Il-Woo told AFP, adding they were “much slower than ballistic missiles and can be shot down by anti-aircraft guns”.

Any North Korean tests using ballistic missile technology are banned

by UN resolutions.

“North Korea is carrying out carefully calibrated provocations... but restraining from ICBM tests or nuclear explosions which could bring about military retaliations by [US President Donald] Trump,” he added.

The UN Security Council last Friday unanimously adopted a USdrafted resolution imposing new targeted sanctions on a handful of North Korean officials and entities, in response to the recent tests.

North Korea described the latest UN sanctions as “mean” and warned they would not stop its missile and nuclear weapons programs.

China, the reclusive regime’s sole

Britons vote in key election in the shadow of terrorism LONDON―Britain went to the polls on Thursday for a snap election called by Prime Minister Theresa May ahead of Brexit after a campaign shadowed by terrorism.

May called the vote in April, when opinion poll ratings for her and her center-right Conservative party were sky high, presenting herself as the strong leader to take Britain into Brexit talks.

But Islamist attacks in London and Manchester have put her under pressure over her six years as interior minister, while campaign missteps have dented her reputation as a safe pair of hands.

Meanwhile opposition Labour leader Jeremy Corbyn, an anti-war campaigner deemed unelectable by a majority of his own lawmakers, has run an energetic campaign, promising change and an end to austerity.

While May has been touring target seats around the country, delivering slogan-heavy speeches to small groups of hand-picked activists, Corbyn has drawn large crowds to open-air rallies.

Speaking to reporters on her plane during a final burst of campaigning on Wednesday, May insisted she had no regrets about calling the vote three years early.

“I’ve enjoyed the campaign,” she said.

“There is a very clear choice for people when they come to vote.”

Asked what would constitute success, the 60-year-old vicar’s daughter said: “I never predict election results.”

Corbyn, a 68-year-old leftwinger who has never held ministerial office and defied the odds to win the Labour leadership two years ago, urged supporters in Glasgow to think big.

“Wouldn’t it be great if on Friday we woke up to... a Labour government that will be a government for all of our communities across the whole of the country,” he said.

It is the third time Britain has gone to the polls in two years, twice for a general election and once for the EU referendum, and voter fatigue appeared to be an issue among the early voters.

“I don’t think it has really been a campaign, we don’t know anything about what they are going to do about Brexit, it’s been pointless really,” said Joe Kerney, 53, at a polling station in Hackney, east London.

“I have little confidence in anybody,” added voter Simon Bolton, 41. “I think we lack quality in terms of who we can choose, it is very limited.”

The election is May’s first since taking office after Britons voted by 52 percent to leave the European Union.

May has accused Corbyn of being unprepared for negotiations set to begin on June 19, and unwilling to curb mass migration— a key driver of the Brexit vote. AFP

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major ally, has made it clear that a push for talks―and not more sanctions―is its priority.

The new tests come a day after South Korea suspended deployment of a controversial US missile defense system―an apparent concession to China, which is strongly opposed to the Terminal High Altitude Area Defense system.

“North Korea has been stepping up missile tests ... in order to project an image to the world that international sanctions can never bring it to its knees,” Professor Yang Moo-Jin of the University of North Korean Studies told AFP. “It is also expressing displeasure of the arrival of a US nuclear submarine in South Korea”.

The 6,900-ton USS Cheyenne, whose home port is Pearl Harbor, arrived in the South Korean port of Busan Tuesday, as the US steps up its own muscle-flexing in the region.

US ally Japan also hit out at Pyongyang.

“We can never tolerate these kind of provocative actions,” Japanese Foreign Minister Fumio Kishida told reporters Thursday, adding the projectiles had not landed in Japanese territory nor had they any immediate impact on the country’s security.

The North has carried out two atomic tests and dozens of missile launches since the beginning of last year in its quest to develop a missile capable of delivering a nuclear warhead to the continental United States —something President Trump has vowed “won’t happen”. AFP

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Trump in battle to save his presidency WA S H I N G TO N ― D o n a l d Trump has faced down a litany of scandals in his nearly 71 years, surviving bankruptcy, divorce, lawsuits and vulgar exposes.

But less than six months into his White House tenure, he finds himself locked in his toughest fight yet―the battle to save his presidency.

On Thursday, former FBI director James Comey will appear in the Senate and testify under oath that, before he was fired, Trump urged him to shelve a major counter-espionage investigation and demanded his “loyalty.”

That has opened the door to allegations the president may have obstructed justice, which could possibly lead to impeachment charges.

Pundits and punters will argue the legal merits of those allegations long after Comey’s must-see testimony.

But the ultimate judgment will be political and for now, the odds are stacked in Trump’s favor.

Only Congress can prosecute a sitting president and Republicans―even those who reluctantly backed Trump and decry him in private―are loath to commit political fratricide and oust a democraticallyelected president without a cast iron reason.

Trump seems determined to put that support to the test.

He enters this political battle armed with a street-fighting temperament that has proven as much a liability as an asset for his presidency.

For the last 150 or so days, Trump has lurched from crisis to crisis, tweeting away his public support and increasingly alienating allies who hold his political fate in their hands.

According to a Morning Consult poll, 69 percent of voters say Trump uses Twitter too much.

Inside the White House, aides describe a miasma of frustration, anger and resentment as Trump undermines his staff and rips up plans with unscripted remarks or Twitter outbursts.

That tendency was on display Wednesday, just hours before Comey’s written Senate testimony was released a day before his appearance. AFP

PROTEST. Opposition activists march against President Nicolas Maduro’s government in Caracas on June 7, 2017. The head of Venezuela’s military, General Vladimir Padrino Lopez, who is also President Nicolas Maduro’s defense minister, is warning his troops not to commit “atrocities” against protesters demonstrating in the country’s deadly political crisis.

Tuesday’s warning came after more than two months of violent clashes between protesters and security forces. AFP

Capital on edge ahead of Comey’s testimony W ASHINGTON―Fired FBI chief James Comey has confirmed that Donald Trump urged him to drop a probe into former national security adviser Michael Flynn, in a preview of hotly awaited testimony Thursday that could rock the foundations of the presidency.

Comey’s bombshell claim Wednesday fueled fresh allegations that Trump illegally tried to obstruct an investigation into Russian interference in the 2016 election.

In a written statement ahead of his testimony to the Senate Intelligence Committee, Comey detailed how Trump repeatedly raised the Russia case with him earlier this year, asking him to go easy on Flynn, who is accused of improper links to Moscow.

Trump complained the investigation was a “cloud” over his administration that needed to be

lifted, Comey said.

And at a private White House dinner on January 27, just days after the Republican billionaire took office, Comey said Trump appeared to want to “create some sort of patronage relationship” with him.

“The president said, ‘I need loyalty, I expect loyalty.’ I didn’t move, speak, or change my facial expression in any way during the awkward silence that followed,” Comey said.

Comey did not say whether he thought the president’s actions amounted to obstruction, a serious

crime that could lead to impeachment.

But he called Trump’s approaches “very concerning, given the FBI’s role as an independent investigative agency.”

He also described trying to insulate himself and the Federal Bureau of Investigation from political pressure in the weeks before Trump fired him on May 9, as the president complained about the Russian probe and labeled it “fake news.”

Comey’s seven-page statement added volatile fuel to Washington’s political tensions ahead of Thursday’s testimony.

Democrats said they would press the issue of obstruction while Republicans hedged their comments.

Cable news stations set countdown clocks to the 10 am (1400 GMT) hearing, and a number of bars in Washington will open early and tune their TVs to live

broadcasts of the hearing.

A pub near the Capitol offered free drinks every time Trump tweets about Comey.

Analysts said Comey, an intensely by-the-book, non-political law enforcer whose handling of a separate investigation into Democrat Hillary Clinton last year nevertheless may have cost her the presidential election, was studiously avoiding accusing the president of a crime.

But Comey was not the only one to suggest pressure from Trump. The Washington Post reported that the president also approached Director of National Intelligence Dan Coats and National Security Agency chief Mike Rogers about the Flynn probe.

Both Coats and Rogers, testifying Wednesday before the Senate Intelligence Committee, said they never felt “pressure” to intervene in the investigation. AFP

In Kashmir, unarmed youths unnerve India

DEVOTEES. Sri Lankan Buddhists visit Kelaniya Temple to mark the Poson Festival outside Colombo. AFP

QUIMOH, India―Another student death in the clashes in Indian-administered Kashmir has heightened tensions in the disputed territory and worsened India’s worries about a foe that it cannot control―youths who do not carry guns.

The teenager was fatally shot in the chest during an exchange of fire between troops and suspected militants in Shopian, south of Srinigar, late Tuesday, sparking further violent protests.

Students have taken the lead in protests, hurling stones at soldiers tracking militants who want Kashmir to break away from India.

More than 100 young men and women have been killed over the past year in the demonstrations.

The deaths have increased anti-Indian sentiment in the part of the Muslim-majority Himalayan region it has controlled since 1947. Pakistan has the other chunk.

India is also worried about how to handle the anger. It considers the battle with armed militants to be a fair one but its leaders are unnerved about stu-

dents whose only weapons are stones.

Indian army chief Gen. Bipin Rawat said he wished “instead of throwing stones at us, [they] were firing weapons”.

“Then I would have been happy. Then I could do what I want,” he told Press Trust of India.

Bedridden in a dimly lit room of his village home, Mohammad Younis, 18, is eager to join the protests.

Indian soldiers shot the 18-year-old in the thigh in February. He had been walking through paddy fields to attend the funeral of a rebel killed by troops.

“If I wasn’t stuck in this bed I would also go out to protest,” Younis told AFP at his home in Quimoh.

His father, Mohamamd Akbar, said the students were “not afraid of bullets and soldiers”.

“We were timid,” he added.

“But this generation has to fight.”

The rebel, a former student known to Younis, was killed just ten days after joining the separatists. AFP

Iran slams Trump’s reaction to attacks TEHRAN―Iran denounced Donald Trump’s reaction to deadly Islamic State group attacks in Tehran as “repugnant” on Thursday after the US president warned the nation is reaping what it sows.

Thirteen people were killed and more than 40 wounded in the attacks on Tehran’s parliament complex and the shrine of revolutionary leader Ayatollah Ruhollah Khomeini on Wednesday, the first claimed

by IS in Iran.

Trump said the US would “grieve and pray” for the victims, but added: “We underscore that states that sponsor terrorism risk falling victim to the evil they promote.”

That was condemned by Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif, who tweeted: “Repugnant WH (White House) statement... as Iranians counter terror backed by US clients.”

The six attackers were Iranians who had joined IS, the deputy secretary of Iran’s Supreme National Security Council, Reza Seifollahi, said on state TV. They were armed with rifles and pistols and at least two blew themselves up with suicide vests, Iranian media reported.

Police said five people were arrested around Khomeini’s shrine on suspicion of involvement, while the intelligence ministry said a third team had been stopped before the attacks started.

IS has threatened to step up recruitment within Iran, releasing its first Persian-language video in March in which it threatened to “conquer Iran and restore it to the Sunni Muslim nation as it was before.”

The Sunni jihadists of IS consider Shiite Iran to be apostates, and Tehran is deeply involved in fighting the group in both Syria and Iraq.

Iran has a sizeable Sunni population along its restive borders with Iraq and Pakistan from which IS is hoping to recruit.

Trump’s comments also brought criticism from Iranians on social media, who recalled their government’s offers of support and the candlelight vigils held in Iran after the attacks of September 11, 2001 in the United States. AFP

Life

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midyear wedding fair turns 12 years Mega hotel and posh wedding banquet venue, City of Dreams Manila joins The Philippine Wedding Summit on June 17 and 18 at the SMX Mall of Asia. (Inset) Tricolor rolling wedding rings from GoldenHills booth.

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HE Philippine Wedding Summit 2017 (PWS2017), the biggest and grandest midyear wedding fair, turns 12 years old on June 17 and 18 with a big celebration featuring more than 330 of the Philippines’ finest wedding suppliers on the Ground Floor of the SMX Mall of Asia. Produced and organized by Themes & Motifs, the country’s most prestigious wedding fair organizer, The Philippine Wedding Summit will highlight thousands of the latest wedding ideas, products, and services in a two-day fiesta of wedding fineries. Brides and grooms-to-be and their guests can get e-tickets for FREE entrance through www.themesnmotifs.com.

Free tickets are also available at the Themes & Motifs Resource Center at the Makati Shangri-la in Makati.

Mega hotel and posh wedding banquet venue City of Dreams Manila joins The Philippine Wedding Summit for the first time as a Major Sponsor.

It joins local industry big names such as Goldenhills Jewelry, Hizon’s Catering, and Nice Print Photography to showcase their latest wedding packages for today’s upwardly mobile and welltraveled soon-to-weds. Top event stylist, antique collector, and most sought after visual merchandising guru Henry Pascual is this year’s official creative director and event stylist.

A special Half-A-Million Pesos promo awaits all soon-to-weds who will book their favorite wedding suppliers in PWS2017.

Every P1,000 booked at the event will be entitled to a raffle coupon for a chance to win P500,000.00. Other minor prizes will be drawn by the hour in special mini raffle draws intended to add excitement to the fun and exciting wedding fair.

Hizon’s Catering will treat soon-toweds to a sumptuous sampling of their tried and tested menu selection as well as new culinary delights from their kitchen in a grand food tasting session right inside the main exhibit hall of PWS2017.

As a special treat to wedding suppliers, a special career enhancement semi-

For the loveliest, most poignant shots to last a lifetime

More than 330 wedding suppliers will be at the two-day wedding fair

nar series will be conducted for free on the same dates as the weekend event.

Spearheaded by Pascual who will discuss the creative thinking process in event styling, other highly esteemed speakers will talk on Strategic Marketing Plan Writing for wedding entrepreneurs as well as Internet Marketing for wedding companies.

The Philippine Wedding Summit will highlight thousands of the latest wedding ideas, products, and services

Soon-toweds will get valuable insights and fresh ideas for their wedding at the PWS2017 wedding fair

Hizon’s Catering will treat soonto-weds to a sumptuous sampling of their tried and tested menu selection as well as new culinary delights from their kitchen in a grand food tasting session right inside the main exhibit hall of PWS2017

TRUST Nice Print Photography to catch the loveliest, most poignant, and memorable shots for you to keep looking back on, in many years to come. Don’t forget to drop by the booth at the Philippine Wedding Summit 2017 (PWS2017), the biggest and grandest midyear wedding fair, turns 12 years old on June 17 and 18 with a big celebration featuring more than 330 of the Philippines’ finest wedding suppliers at the Ground Floor of the SMX Mall of Asia.

In celebration of Nice Print Photography’s 12 years in the industry, it is giving away 12 raffle items to couples that will book Nice Print at the Philippine Wedding Summit 2017.

Prizes are: A. 5 Electronic Gadgets (2 winners of Hopestar Bluetooth Speaker, 1 Winner of VR Box, 2 Winners of Remax Headsets) B. 1 Winner One Set of Wedding Invitations c/o Print Divas (100 sets basic flat invitations 2 sheets with basic envelope) C. 4 Winners of Studio Prenuptial Shoot at The Concept Room Studio D. 1 Winner Boracay Prenuptial Shoot with Airfare and Hotel for 2 (Valid for 1 year upon issue of Travel Certificate) E. Cambodia Prenuptial Shoot with Airfare and Hotel for 2 (Valid for 6 months upon issue of Travel Certificate)

Nice Print Photography captures every moment in your wedding

Bangs Garcia shows her sexy side in her prenuptial shoot

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UST as promised, top five premium smartphone brand Vivo brought the best smartphone experience to selfie enthusiasts and prospective customers during a mall show at SM Megamall and SM Bicutan on May 7.

At the event, Vivo showcased its perfect selfie line—the V5 lite, V5, and the brand’s flagship phone, the V5 Plus, all touted as front camera-focused phones equipped with advanced selfie technology. The Vivo V5 Plus, in fact, features the world’s first 20-megapixel dual front camera.

Selfie lovers at the SM Megamall Main Event Center were entertained with an energetic dance number by Hashtag dance group member McCoy de Leon, one of Vivo’s key opinion leaders.

Star Magic model-turned-actor Anjo Damiles regaled selfie enthusiasts at SM Bicutan with song numbers.

Event hosts Josemaria Tantuico Palabyab at SM Megamall and Vivo club’s Yca Bascon at SM Bicutan cranked up the fun factor as they asked guests and key opinion leaders to describe their perfect selfie experience.

“Thankful ako sa Vivo, kasi I can now treasure memories through perfect selfies in the best way. Lalo na sa V5 Plus, na may iba’t ibang selfie features like bokeh, selfie softlight, and face beauty mode 6.0,” de Leon said.

Vivo later raffled off one Vivo V5 Plus unit each at the SM Megamall and SM Bicutan shows, making two very happy winners.

For inquiries about Vivo, visit the Vivo website at www.vivo.com/ph, or check out their Facebook (www.facebook.com/VivoPhil), Instagram (www.instagram.com/vivophil/) and Twitter (twitter.com/vivo_phil) accounts.

PERFECT SELFIE phone experience

Vivo lovers, selfie fans, and interested consumers head to the SM Megamall Main Event Center to witness the Vivo Mall Tour.

Vivo showcased its selfie line—V5 lite, V5, and V5 Plus—at the mall shows in SM Megamall and SM Bicutan; fans enjoyed free entertainment, with some winning Vivo V5 Plus units raffled off during the events

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LEADING payments brand Mastercard teamed up with China Bank for its recent Priceless Las Vegas promotion, and one lucky winner has been declared. Rene D. Ong will be indulging in 4-day, 3-night trip for two in the Entertainment Capital of the World.

China Bank, together with Mastercard, a leading global payments company, continue to bring exciting promotions to its credit cardholders; bringing more rewarding and priceless experiences to its valued customers. And as its cardholders continue to use their respective China Bank Mastercard as their preferred card of choice for their purchases, expect more exciting Priceless Campaigns, which Mastercard is known for across the world.

Present at the awarding of yet another priceless experience from Mastercard were (from left) China Bank Chief Operations Officer William Whang, MasterCard VP for Relations and Marketing Judith Marie Dayrit, China Bank Head of Metro East Area IV Edna Torralba, and lucky winner Rene D. Ong.

FRIDAY, JUNE 9, 2017

From left: Sue Ramirez, Loisa Andalio, Maris Racal, and Kristel Fulgar

Lingkod Kapamilya stays true to its mission to help underprivileged kids attend school

4 young Kapamilya stars in a concert

‘TV Patrol’ reports 100K school bags to students

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ORE than 100,000 students from Luzon to Mindanao received school bags and school supplies through the “Gusto Kong Mag-Aral” project of ABSCBN Lingkod Kapamilya – Operation Sagip, with the help of donors who want to help the country’s youth have a better learning experience this school year.

ABS-CBN Lingkod Kapamilya-Operation Sagip Director Jun Dungo said the project targets elementary school students in the entire country, particularly those from areas in poverty and frequented by calamities.

“ABS-CBN Lingkod Kapamilya’s compassion and service for the Filipino people doesn’t end after a rescue or relief operation. This project is one way for us to ensure a bright future for our youth,

especially those who really want to go to school. We are thankful for our donors for their unwavering commitment to help in making our countrymen’s lives better,” he added.

A total of 1,300 students received bags and school supplies at the Hermosa Elementary School and Orani Elementary School in Bataan. The project continued in Catanduanes, Pampanga, Albay, Camarines Sur, Camarines Norte, Cagayan de Oro, Bukidnon, Compostela Valley, Nueva Ecija, Isabela, Nueva Vizcaya, Kalinga, Bulacan, Quirino, Ilocos Norte, Benguet, Aurora, Zambales, Batangas, Mindoro, Laguna, Quezon, Pangasinan, Iloilo, Antique, Capiz, Aklan, Bohol, Cebu, Samar, Leyte, Lanao del Norte, and Zamboanga del Norte.

ABS-CBN has been in the service of Filipinos worldwide for over six decades.

Public service has remained constant through the years as the media and entertainment company evolves and serves many generations of Filipinos through news and programs that inform, inspire, and empower, and projects that directly impact the lives of the people.

Nadnad, one of the beneficiaries in Bataan, shared that he gets inspiration to pursue his

PEOPLE

…are talking about Pia Wurtzbach A lot of people showed massive interest in her life story told in Maalaala Mo Kaya last Saturday. The episode, which starred Liza Soberano, trended on Twitter worldwide and remained a recurring trending topic in the country for three days. The episode didn’t just make a lot of noise online, it even recorded the highest TV rating of MMK year to date. This is the kind of remarkable performance that is very hard dispute.

Alden Richards Just before classes opened early this week, the Pambansang Bae personally handed out school supplies to less privileged students in his hometown in Laguna. Unlike most celebrities who are still on vacation mode, Alden thought it’s the perfect time to get involved in a meaningful cause. And just when we thought he’s extremely busy with work, Alden was still able to allot a few hours of his time to support his longtime advocacy.

Maureen Wroblewitz Who is? Wroblewitz is the Philippine representative to this year’s modeling reality show Asia’s Next Top Model. She’s also the same person netizens are talking about after one of the contestants in the show bullied her for “not performing well.” This incident actually renewed local viewers’ interest in the show. It can be remembered that in the previous editions, the country’s representatives were ignored amid being top contenders. Will Wroblewitz finally win the competition? Sources say she’s the eventual winner. So, let’s just wait and see.

…are not talking about Mulawin vs Ravena The fantasy series still can’t keep up with the competition struggling with its ratings, scoring middling viewership according to AGB Nielsen, GMA Network’s trusted ratings provider. Throughout its first two weeks, the primetime show was always behind FPJ’s Ang Probinsyano, which remains the most watched primetime show in the land. It’s obvious, Mulawin vs Ravena is compromised, unless management does something more drastic. And what is it? Don’t they have bright boys in the network?

Richard Gutierrez Just so you know, the more tamed member of the Gutierrez family had already cut his ties with GMA-7 and recently joined the Kapamilya Network. Many believe that it was a good career move since his former mother station didn’t have any solid plan for him except for giving him insignificant hosting jobs. The question now: Does he have any space in ABS-CBN? Or if he has, how long will he be able to keep it?

Kimerald Does anyone remember how crazy the fans were during the salad days of this on-screen couple? Before AlDub or JaDine, there was the Kimerald fandom that rabidly supports anything and everything about Kim Chiu and Gerald Anderson.

But now, it’s funny that even Kimerald fanatics don’t watch the pair’s TV series anymore.

CROSSWORD PUZZLE Friday, June 9, 2017

ACROSS 1 Neighbor’s kid 5 Haughty 10 Kind of rat 14 Upscale seating 15 Mattress brand 16 Bond’s school 17 Mild expletive 18 Winning 19 Ranch measure 20 Backpackers’ snacks 22 Humbug!

23 Poet’s foot 24 Zilch 26 Soft limestone 29 Barkless pooches 33 Hurrahs 34 Unstable 35 Japanese sash 36 Floodplain maker 37 Viscous 38 Barely 39 Wyo. neighbor 40 Heart outlet 41 Fracas 42 Wide-screen technique 44 Gallup finding 45 Habitual 46 Writer — Grey 48 Praline nut 51 Colt handler 55 Makes tracks 56 Talk boastfully

58 Ottumwa’s state 59 Dashiell’s peer 60 Chilling 61 Dismounted 62 Use a blowtorch 63 Tie a turkey 64 It may be blind DOWN 1 Structure, briefly 2 Den din 3 Shah Jahan’s city 4 Captain & — 5 Choir selection 6 Post-op therapy 7 Assay subjects 8 Ms. Hagen of films 9 Family man 10 Cause 11 Prickly sensation 12 Asta’s mistress 13 Felt certain 21 Acorn bearers 22 “Predator” view of humans 24 Frank or Moon Unit 25 Spot 26 Diogenes, e.g.

27 Kid’s classic 28 Edgar — Poe 29 Flora and fauna

studies from his parents, a laundrywoman and janitor.

“My dream is to take care and help my parents,” he said in an interview on TV Patrol.”

Another beneficiary, RJ, a grade 1 pupil at Orani North Elementary School, is determined to become a doctor. Her mother shared how extremely difficult it is to make both ends meet, especially with her spouse undergoing dialysis in the last five months.

The young girl has recycled old notebooks for use this coming school year, and was overjoyed to receive new school supplies.

“I promise to be good in my studies,” she said.

Schoolchildren like Nadnad and RJ inspire the people behind “Gusto Kong Mag-aral” as they serve as a reminder that there is hope even after tragedy and to never stop dreaming for a better future.

Watch out for more stories of malasakit and public service of Filipinos in “TV Patrol”, from Monday to Saturday on ABSCBN and ABS-CBN HD. For updates on the projects of ABS-CBN Lingkod Kapamilya, follow its official Facebook account (@ abscbnfoundationkapamilya) or visit the website at www.abs-cbnfoundation.com.

30 Ten million ergs 31 Dramatist Henrik — 32 Located 34 “The Velvet Fog” 37 Capricorn 38 Prolonged lament 40 Schoenberg’s “Moses und —” 41 Natural elevs.

43 Got the lead out 46 Pueblo people 47 Gambling stakes

48 Sigh of relief 49 Gael republic 50 Amoeba, e.g.

51 Meditation guide 52 Town east of Wichita 53 Gibe at 54 Can’t stand 56 Fluffy’s doc 57 — Lingus

FOR more than three years now, Hills & Dreams Events Concepts Co. has set the stage for various Filipino artists giving them the spotlight they truly deserve.

From Sam Concepcion’s beyond limits performances to Maja Salvador’s sizzling first major concert, a triple-treat from Matteo Guidicelli, Daniel Matsunaga, and JC de Vera, and lots more where fans and supporters were all raves throughout the night—and even days after.

On July 8, at the Music Museum, Hills & Dreams Events Concepts Co. in partnership with EG ENGO will gather four of today’s fast-rising teen stars from the Kapamilya Network for 4 of a Kind: The Un4gettable Concert.

The four are Sue Ramirez, Kristel Fulgar, Maris Racal, and Loisa Andalio.

Ramirez can not only act and host, but she is also born and blessed with powerful pipes that makes singing part of her arsenal of talents. She was recently seen in I Can Do That wherein she bravely and gamely took on mind-blowing challenges week after week. She will star in the upcoming fantaserye La Luna Sangre with Daniel Padilla and Kathryn Bernardo.

From child actress to a YouTube singing sensation, Fulgar has definitely proved she is ready to take her career to new heights and make her star shine brighter.

She is the first ABS-CBN artist to be awarded with the Silver Play Button for reaching 100,000 subscribers on her YouTube channel where she excels in breathing new life to songs she covers. Just this summer, she was part of the top-grossing Mae Cruz-Alviar romcom, Can’t Help Falling In Love.

Racal and Andalio are Pinoy Big Brother: All In standouts in the limelight as mainstays in ASAP as part of the BFFs. The two also have a string of appearances in different TV shows and events.

Separately, they have inched their way into becoming household names and loved by TV viewers and moviegoers.

Racal grew up with the love for singing as it runs in the family. She was known as the teenybopper inside Kuya’s house and was the well-loved Maxine in the hit MMFF entry Vince, Kath, and James.”

Andalio is more than just a pretty face as she can also command the concert stage with her singing.

In fact, she celebrated her 18th birthday with a solo concert. She will star in a soap opera after the successful runs of Wansapanataym episodes, “Candy Crush” and “My Hair Lady.” She is currently seen in My Dear Heart.

Tickets are available at the Music Museum, (02) 721-6726, and at all TicketWorld outlets, (02) 891-9999.

Isah V. Red, Editor Nickie Wang, Writer isahred@gmail.com FRIDAY, JUNE 9, 2017

Chris O'Donnell and LL Cool J

Explosive season 8 of

‘NCIS: Los Angeles’

on AXN

THE elite team of undercover operatives is back in the latest season of the action drama NCIS: Los Angeles on AXN. Special agents G. Callen (Chris O’Donnell) and Sam Hanna (LL Cool J) from the Office of Special Projects of the Naval Criminal Investigative Service team up with the rest of their crew to fight the most dangerous criminals as they continue to investigate complex crimes, prevent terrorist attacks, and protect the interests of the state.

In the new season, the entire OSP staff is undergoing

investigation by the Department of Defense to identify the mole among their ranks while the team travels to Syria in search of a high value target.

But the mission goes awry when an unfortunate incident occurs and one of the team members suffers serious injuries.

NCIS: Los Angeles Season airs every Tuesday 9:45 p.m. on AXN, available on SKYCable Channel 49, Destiny Cable Channel 61, Cignal Channel 121, Dream Satellite TV Channel 20, G Sat Channel 51, and Cablelink Channel 38.

AXN HD is available on SKYCable Channel 247.

Richard Gutierrez (center) flanked by ABS-CBN's Cat Lopez, Cory Vidanes, Malou Santos and his mother Annabelle Rama during a contract signing held recently

RICHARD

GUTIERREZ

now a Kapamilya A

S EVERYONE knows, Richard Gutierrez is back on the small screen, not as Kapuso but as a newly anointed Kapamilya.

The handsome scion of the Gutierrez clan met the members of the movie press, surprising them with his lean physique and younger looking countenance, making one blurt out. “He would be the best looking vampire on the local screen. And if she encounters him even with his fans, she’d be willing to be bitten on her neck many times over.”

This half of the famous Gutierrez twins (the other is Raymond) is playing a vampire in ABS-CBN’s action romance series La Luna Sangre.

Sangre “I have always been curious how it is to work in ABS-CBN. I only hear great things about this network. Finally, now I’m here, I’m excited that I have been given the opportunity to work here,” Richard said during the contract signing on May 31 with the network’s COO for Broadcast Cory Vidanes Vidanes, Star Creatives COO Malou Santos Santos, Finance head for Broadcast and News and Current Affairs Cat Lopez, and his mother who is also his manager, Annabelle Rama.

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Richard was tapped to play a vampire in La Luna Sangre, the series headlined by the top Kapamilya love team Kathryn Bernardo and Daniel Padilla.

Cathy Garcia-Molina is directing.

Richard, in the series, is Sandrino, the supreme vampire and long lost son of Magnus (Jake Roxas).

Now, what his connection is with the lives of Mateo (John Lloyd Cruz), Lia (Angel Locsin) and Malia (Kathryn Bernardo) is what the audience should watch out for.

La Luna Sangre is the third in a series of fantasy drama after Lobo and Imortal, both produced by Star Creatives.

Richard is also starring in a movie with Angelica Panganiban and former love team Angel Locsin for Star Cinema. *** Students of Ricky Reyes Learning Institute (RRLI) now have a chance to study in Korea. Ricky Reyes, founder of the school, has inked an agreement with a reputable beauty school owned and operated by President Eung Soo Kang of Asia Pacific Hairdressers and Cosmetologist Association in Korea.

This program promotes international educational. Also the cultural exchange can develop mutual understanding and

friendship among the students in the two institutions.

Being an exchange student has a string of benefits. For one, you get to experience life in another country. This will allow you to experience what it is like to live and learn in another land, which, for many, is an eye-opener and a once-in-a-lifetime experience.

Also, you will expand your language skill. This particular program provides budding linguists with an opportunity to learn another language, such as Korean and develop their skills in a foreign study environment.

And of course, the educational benefit wherein the skills and attributes that you will gain from studying abroad along with the new perspective that you will acquire and your willingness to put yourself outside your comfort zone will serve you well in all aspects of your life.

“The careers of our students in RRLI will now be global, in which they will need to function properly and effectively after the program,” says Reyes. “They will appreciate the cultural and historical experiences between the two countries as well as the common values we share”.

Graduates of the program will surely learn how and why Koreans are recognized in the field of make-up, nail and skin care. and more.

Qualified students from each institution may apply for an approved course of instruction extending over one semester or one academic year.

For more information about the program call RRLI at 09176288069/09176191794.

‘ART 2 ART’ in June AFTER winning a fourth Golden Dove trophy at Kapisanan ng mga Brodkaster sa Pilipinas recently, Art 2 Art affirms its mission of raising art awareness through thoughtful conversations among artists and culture workers.

“We are committed to our aim of bringing art and culture discussion for all,” says host Lisa Macuja who expresses gratitude to KBP, Art 2 Art listeners and viewers and the artists who have supported the program in the past ten years.

Art 2 Art, which won the Golden Dove for Best Culture and Arts program for Radio, will have interesting episodes this month.

On June 11, author Criselda Yabes relates how her journalism background and career has led her to writing both non-fiction and fiction in her books. A recipient of the 2017 Gawad Francisco

Balagtas for Essay and Fiction in English from the Unyon ng mga Manunulat sa Pilipinas, Yabes notes the experiences and influences that have shaped her as a writer.

On June 18, Joseph Phillips discusses how being a ballet dancer has led him on an unbelievable journey from the United States to Russia and now to the Philippines where he is a guest artist with Ballet Manila. Phillips is referred to as “Golden Boy of Ballet” in the US for having won the most number of gold medals in international ballet competitions.

On June 25, tenor Mark Christian Bautista shares his late start as a classical singer, having only begun in it seriously upon finishing his college course in information systems. Now, he is set to pursue a degree in voice after securing a scholarship with London’s

famed Guildhall School of Music and Drama for which he is also raising supplemental funds.

Produced by the Manila Broadcasting Company and hosted by “Ballerina ng Bayan” Lisa Macuja, Art 2 Art airs every Sunday, 3:30 to 4 p.m., on radio via DZRH (666 khz on the AM band), on cable television via RHTV (Ch. 129 on Skycable in Metro Manila, Ch. 18 on Cignal TV and Ch. 3 on Cablelink) and online livestreaming at http://dzrhnews television.tv. The show may also be viewed through the Facebook account DZRH News Television.

For inquiries, please e-mail art2artdzrh@gmail.com or visit the Ballerina ng Bayan page on Facebook.

Past episodes of the program may be viewed on YouTube, at the Art 2 Art with Lisa Macuja channel.

"Art 2 Art" host Lisa Macuja with Victoria Vargas and Joseph Phillips