Malacañang

Malacañang serves as the seat of government in the Philippines and is currently issuing statements addressing various national issues, including warnings against fake news regarding the PHP20-per-kilo rice initiative. Palace Press Officer Claire Castro emphasizes the importance of public vigilance to maintain trust in government programs like affordable rice for indigent families. Malacañang also attributes declining presidential approval ratings to disinformation and is working with DICT officials to combat online misinformation.

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Last updated at April 25, 2025.

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Senators call for probe into alleged Chinese election interference

Several senators on Friday expressed concern over alleged Chinese interference in the upcoming May 12 midterm elections, calling for a thorough investigation to protect national sovereignty.
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Malacañang investigates China's election interference

Malacañang ordered an immediate and deeper investigation into China's alleged interference with the Philippines' midterm elections following revelations by the National Security Council.
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Malacañang warns against fake news on PHP20-per-kilo rice

Malacañang warned the public on Friday to be vigilant against fake news regarding the PHP20-per-kilo rice initiative.
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Principal removed for ordering students to remove togas at graduation

Malacañang announced on Friday that the high school principal who ordered students to remove their togas during a graduation ceremony in Antique has been removed from her post.
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President Marcos honors 3 Filipina world travelers at Malacañang

President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. honored three Filipina world travelers at Malacañang Palace for visiting all 193 member-states of the United Nations.
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Marcos signs agreement to modernize civil service workforce

President Ferdinand 'Bongbong' Marcos Jr. welcomed the signing of an agreement on the Philippine Civil Service Digital Leadership Program during a ceremony at Malacañan Palace, aimed at modernizing the public sector workforce.
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President Marcos signs law for free legal aid for military personnel

President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. signed Republic Act No. 12177, or the Free Legal Assistance for Military and Uniformed Personnel Act, which provides free legal aid to military personnel.
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NSC flags potential Chinese election interference

The National Security Council (NSC) flagged potential interference by China in the upcoming Philippine elections during a Senate hearing on Thursday, raising alarms among political groups and prompting calls for urgent investigation.
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Teodoro accuses China of fostering Sinophobia

Defense Secretary Gilberto Teodoro blamed the Chinese government for fostering Sinophobia in the Philippines, citing China's travel advisory warning its citizens about possible harassment following a crackdown on alleged Chinese spies.
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Japanese PM Ishiba visits Philippines, April 29-30

Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba will visit the Philippines from April 29 to 30 at Malacañang Palace, where he will meet with President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. and First Lady Liza Araneta-Marcos.
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