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Showing posts with label Philippines. Show all posts

China wins to host FIBA 2019 Basketball World Cup

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Watch the announcement when China wins to host FIBA 2019 Basketball World Cup.

The FIBA Central Board composed of 21 members voted 14-7 in favor of China Friday, August 7 in Tokyo, Japan for the 2019 FIBA Basketball World Cup hosting, according to a press release from FIBA.

It's heart-breaking though for Philippine Basketball fans as they have won the 2014 FIBA Basketball World Cup MVF (Most Valuable Fan) Best Country Award.

Fans took part in MVF Challenges and used a broad range of social actions (for example by associating their Facebook, Twitter, Instagram accounts, using the hashtag #Spain2014...etc) to accumulate their MVF points.

“We would like to congratulate both national federations for their outstanding work and bids. This is what we wanted: to have national federations put together top quality bids to host our flagship event.

“We look forward to the 2019 FIBA Basketball World Cup, which will be the first of a new era with 140 teams competing during a 15-month qualification period to be among the 32 playing in China.”

Sec Leila de Lima to file Administrative and Criminal Case against Mayor Junjun Binay

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De Lima: DOJ to recommend to the DILG the filing of administrative and, possibly, criminal charges vs Mayor Binay and subordinates. SoJ de Lima: DoJ to recommend to DILG admin raps for insubordination, and possibly even criminal charges, against Mayor Binay.



Philippines vs Vietnam 28th SEA Games Volleyball Live and Replay

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Philippines vs Vietnam 28th SEA Games Volleyball Live and Replay on June 13, 2015.

The Philippines got its first taste of international competition in early May when it hosted the AVC women’s U-23 tournament, and in Romasanta’s eyes, the team did better than expected.

“We were bracketed with Kazakhstan and Iran and we were worried we would not win a game,” he recalls. “But they were able to beat Kazakhstan and Iran and won the first set against China.”

To some, winning a lone set might not be cause for celebration, but against the world champions, it’s kind of a big deal, especially when you consider that only two other countries have managed to pull off this feat.

“There are only three countries that have won a set against China, world champions that they are. Thailand, Korea and the Philippines. It got us the admiration of the other teams, including China.”

The Philippines eventually settled for seventh place, which isn’t too bad, and some players caught the eye of scouts from other countries.

Philippines vs Vietnam Live and Replay will be posted here once the event gets underway. Meanwhile, please watch Philippines vs China Quarterfinals - 2015 Asian U23 Women's Volleyball Championship.

Live Streaming: Philippines vs Vietnam

June 12- PHL Independence Day Pay Rules

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At work on June 12? DOLE reminds employers of pay rules for Independence Day.

Labor and Employment Secretary Rosalinda Dimapilis-Baldoz yesterday reminded private sector employers to do their patriotic duty by observing proper pay rules on June 12, Independence Day.

June 12 is a regular holiday based on Proclamation 831 (dated July 17, 2014).




“Proper observance of all holiday pay rules strengthens decent work and builds productivity. Voluntary labor standards compliance redounds to social protection and the competitiveness of business and industry,” she added.

For June 12, the following pay rules will apply:

  • If the employee did not work, he or she shall be paid 100 percent of his or her salary for that day.
  • If the employee worked, he or she shall be paid 200 percent of his/her regular salary for that day for the first eight hours. For work done in excess of eight hours (overtime work), the employee shall be paid an additional 30 percent of his or her hourly rate.
  • If 12 June is the employee’s rest day and he or she still reported for work, he or she shall be paid an additional 30 percent of his or her daily rate of 200 percent.
  • If the employee worked more than eight hours on his or her rest day on 12 June, he or she shall be paid an additional 30 percent of his or her hourly rate on the day.

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Regine & Ogie LIVE in Dubai- Where to Buy Ticket

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Watch Regine & Ogie LIVE in Dubai- Where to Buy Ticket?

This is great news for Pinoy OFWs in Dubai as this is an evening of celebrating music and comedy, two staple things that the Filipino is known for.

“Reaching out to our Filipino audience has been something that we have enjoyed in the past. There’s a large Tagalog-speaking diaspora here in Dubai and bringing major Pinoy entertainers like Regine and Ogie is an opportunity for this community to celebrate the biggest names from the Philippines,” says Lea Jastiva, senior event organiser.

Dubai Concert: Regine Velasquez and Ogie Alcasid
Date: 27th March 2014
Time: 7PM to 12 MNVenue: Emirates Golf Club
Age: 21+

Ticket Prices:

  • VIP Seated: AED 295
  • Regular Seated: AED 195
  • Regular Standing: AED 110
You can buy the Ogie and Regine Dubai conert tour stubs online through www.timeouttickets.com, Virgin Tickets and Platinum List.

Filipino Overseas Absentee Voting 2013 commenced in Dubai

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The Philippine Consulate General in Dubai and Northern Emirates commenced the conduct of the overseas absentee voting for the 2013 National Elections on April 13.

Last April 13, 2013, overseas voting for the 2013 elections has started in different diplomatic posts around the world.

Ms. Rosanna Manahan Pol was the first to cast a ballot at the Consulate.

Voting is held at the Consulate General on weekdays (Sunday-Thursday), from 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. and from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. On weekends (Friday-Saturday), voting is from 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. and from 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Voters are requested to bring a proof of identification like passports or Emirates ID.


The Commission on Elections recognizes the importance of each and every vote of every Filipino in the Philippines and anywhere around the globe. This is highlighted in the passage of Republic Act No. 9189 or "An Act Providing For A System Of Overseas Absentee Voting By Qualified Citizens Of The Philippines Abroad, Appropriating Funds Therefor, And For Other Purposes" on February 13, 2003. Since then, the Commission did not cease to find ways to provide opportunities for the Filipinos who are abroad to be able to cast their votes and have their voices heard in a very important democratic process.

Emirates Dubai-Clark Flights Available starting October 2013

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Emirates announced that it will begin daily, non-stop flights between Dubai and and Clark starting October 1.

According to Rappler report, this will make the Clark International Airport in central Luzon the second in the Philippines that the state-owned carrier from the United Arab Emirates flies to.

Emirates has been operating flights to Manila since 1990 and currently has 3 daily, non-stop services. Expansion plans in the country's main gateway, however, is limited by space and the single runway.

DOLE tells overstaying OFWs in UAE to Avail of amnesty

DOLE tells overstaying OFWs in UAE to Avail of amnesty

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Philippine DOLE tells overstaying Overseas Filipinon Workerss in UAE to Avail of amnesty.

Secretary of Labor and Employment Rosalinda Dimapilis-Baldoz yesterday encouraged overseas Filipino workers (OFWs) in the United Arab Emirates who are overstaying their visas—and therefore are in the UAE illegally—to leave the country without penalty, or regularize their visas starting December 4, 2012, until February 3, 2013.

“Illegal UAE residents who had overstayed their visas can obtain exit passes and leave the country without penalties, or regularize their visas after payment of fines,” Baldoz advised receiving a report of Philippine Labor Attaché to Abu Dhabi Nasser B. Munder saying the Abu Dhabi government has issued a new, two-month amnesty to illegal residents effective December 4, 2012.

Labor Attache Munder, in his report, said illegal residents should visit residency departments across UAE to obtain exit visas or outpasses and leave the country without penalty.

The last time the UAE has an amnesty for illegal residents was in 2007 when 341,958 illegal residents of various nationalities availed of the amnesty and 95,000 illegal workers, also of various nationalities, legalized their status.

There are no estimates of how many would avail of the amnesty this time.

There are an estimated 209,385 OFWs in the UAE.

A January 2, 2013, press release from the Department of Labor and Employment
Filipino Domestic Helpers in Dubai will receive $400 minimum salary

Filipino Domestic Helpers in Dubai will receive $400 minimum salary

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Filipino Domestic Helpers will receive $400 minimum wage fare in Dubai

According to online report from GMA, Placement agencies in the Emirate of Dubai have agreed to give a $400 (more or less P16,500) monthly minimum salary for Filipino household workers, following the steps recently taken by Saudi Arabia.

According to Labor Secretary Rosalinda Baldoz, this was after licensed recruitment agencies (LRAs) in the Philippines signed a joint statement of commitment with their counterpart placement agencies in Dubai.

Baldoz said the signing will pave the way for the full implementation of the many provisions of her department’s Household Reform Package for household service workers (HSWs), including the payment of the minimum monthly salary of $400 and non-charging of excessive fees.

SSS New Office in Dubai

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Social Security System (SSS) launches new office in Dubai! The Social Security System (SSS) launched its new office in Dubai in a simple ceremony at the Consulate General’s premises with no less than SSS President and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Emilio S. de Quiros Jr. heading the opening last September 21.



SSS launches new office in Dubai

A September 25, 2012, press release from the Department of Foreign Affairs
The Social Security System (SSS) launched its new office in Dubai in a simple ceremony at the Consulate General’s premises with no less than SSS President and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Emilio S. de Quiros Jr. heading the opening last September 21.
In attendance were the officers and staff of the Philippine Embassy in Abu Dhabi, Consulate General in Dubai, the Philippine Overseas Labor Office and Overseas Workers’ Welfare Administration Dubai, the Filipino Community Governing Council, representatives of various organizations, and members of the media.
In her welcome remarks, Philippine Ambassador to the United Arab Emirates (UAE) Grace Relucio-Princesa stressed the event’s importance as a start for Filipinos in Dubai and the Northern Emirates to avail of SSS programs and services. She also encouraged those present to spread the good news so that the whole Filipino community in the UAE can begin securing their future.
De Quiros, who used to be Executive Vice President of Bank of the Philippine Islands (BPI) and President of Ayala Life, expressed his happiness over the opening of an SSS office in Dubai where a lot of Filipinos work and live. He also informed the participants that the SSS has recently signed agreements with Denmark and Portugal that would allow Filipinos to receive their social security benefits once they are back in the Philippines.
Judy Frances A. See, Senior Vice President of the Account Management Group and Head of International Operations, provided updates on SSS programs and services. She said that the goal of SSS is to bring back the status of SSS funds to perpetuity which requires contribution rate of 14 percent per 2007 valuation.
During the open forum, those in attendance took the chance to ask questions and clarify issues pertaining to their contributions and benefits.
In his closing remarks, Vice Consul Edwin Mendoza extended the Consulate General’s appreciation for this SSS project. He also presented to de Quiros the book, “Father of Dubai–Sheikh Rashid bin Saeed Al Maktoum,” as a token from the Consulate General.
SSS currently has 15 offices in 11 countries. Aside from newly-opened office in Dubai, SSS has six other offices in the Middle East. They are in Riyadh, Jeddah, Al Khobar, Kuwait, Doha, and Abu Dhabi. SSS is also re-opening its office in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.