AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoEducation & Jobs: The government is rolling out Brigada Eskwela 2026 with cash-for-work jobs for 243,000 workers nationwide starting June 1, while DepEd targets 26–28 million enrollees and a June 8 start for School Year 2026–2027. Public Safety: PNP will deploy 55,507 personnel for school opening security, with extra visibility in high-traffic shopping areas like Divisoria and major malls. Anti-Corruption: The Sandiganbayan issued a non-bailable arrest warrant for Sen. Jinggoy Estrada in a plunder case tied to flood control funds, alongside other former DPWH officials. Impeachment Watch: Vice President Sara Duterte’s camp faces pressure to file a “substantive answer” by 7 p.m. as the Senate sets her impeachment trial calendar for July 6. Weather & Preparedness: Typhoon Domeng is expected to exit the Philippine area of responsibility, but habagat-enhanced rains and gusts are forecast over parts of Luzon including Quezon City. Local Economy & Finance: Landbank will waive QRPh convenience fees for eligible online government payments from June 1 to Dec. 31, easing costs for services like taxes and permits. International Ties: The Philippines and Vietnam elevated relations to an Enhanced Strategic Partnership and signed defense, digital, tourism, and education agreements. Manufacturing: S&P Global says Philippine manufacturing activity returned to growth in May, though exports stayed weak.
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