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Filipino Times
03-08-2025
- Sport
- Filipino Times
PBBM Forms Task Force for 2025 FIFA Futsal Women's World Cup Hosting
President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. has formally created an Inter-Agency Task Force (IATF) to oversee the country's preparations for the historic hosting of the FIFA Futsal Women's World Cup (FFWWC) 2025. This marks the first time the Philippines will host the prestigious international futsal event. Under Administrative Order (AO) No. 35 signed by Executive Secretary Lucas Bersamin, the IATF will serve as the central coordinating body for all planning, logistics, and implementation efforts across government and private stakeholders. The tournament is scheduled from November 21 to December 7, 2025, with matches to be held in Pasig City and Victorias City, Negros Occidental. The Philippine Sports Commission (PSC) will chair the task force, while the Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG) will act as vice-chair. Other members include key departments such as Tourism, Foreign Affairs, Public Works, ICT, Finance, Health, and Transportation, as well as agencies like the PNP, MMDA, and Bureau of Immigration. The AO emphasizes the national significance of hosting the FFWWC, citing its potential to boost futsal development, inspire youth engagement in sports, elevate the Philippines' international sporting profile, and promote tourism and local economic activity. The IATF is empowered to coordinate plans, receive donations, and implement the necessary procurement and support services. The directive takes effect immediately.
GMA Network
03-08-2025
- Politics
- GMA Network
Marcos forms task force for PH hosting of FIFA Futsal Women's World Cup 2025
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has ordered the creation of an Inter-Agency Task Force that will lead the country's preparation for hosting the FIFA Futsal Women's World Cup (FFWWC) 2025. The Philippines is set to host the FFWWC for the first time from Nov. 21 to Dec. 7, where Pasig City and Victorias City in Negros Occidental will serve as host venues for the 16 top women's national teams. Signed on July 30 by Executive Secretary Lucas Bersamin, Administrative Order (AO) No. 35 stated that the task force will serve as the central coordinating body for concerned government agencies, local government units (LGUs), and private units in planning, organizing, and executing the international futsal tournament. Marcos directed the Philippine Sports Commission to be the chair and secretariat of the task force, while the Department of the Interior and Local Government will serve as the vice chair. Meanwhile, the following are among the agencies tasked to be members of the task force: the Department of Tourism, Department of Foreign Affairs, Department of Finance, Department of Budget and Management, Department of Health, Department of Information and Communications Technology, Department of Public Works and Highways, Department of Transportation, Presidential Communications Office, the Philippine National Police, Bureau of Immigration, and Metropolitan Manila Development Authority. The task force is directed to plan, implement, and procure materials for the tournament. It is also tasked with coordinating plans and activities and forming an executive committee, if needed, to oversee operations. The task force is authorized to accept donations, contributions, grants, and gifts from domestic and international sources, in accordance with existing laws and regulations. All national government agencies, state universities and colleges, and government-owned and -controlled corporations (GOCCs) are directed to provide support and assistance to the task force. Meanwhile, LGUs and private sector partners are urged to support the initiative. The funds for the implementation of the event will come from the available budgets of the concerned agencies, following existing financial laws and regulations. 'The hosting of the FFWWC 2025 aims to advance the development of futsal in the country, inspire greater sports engagement among Filipinos, elevate the Philippines' standing in the international sports arena, and generate economic and tourism opportunities through a globally recognized event,' the AO read. —Mariel Celine Serquiña/KG, GMA Integrated News
Filipino Times
20-07-2025
- General
- Filipino Times
Kidapawan OFW Families Finally Receive Long-Delayed Balikbayan Boxes
Three families of overseas Filipino workers (OFWs) in Kidapawan City finally received their long-delayed Balikbayan boxes, which had been stuck in transit for years. Department of Migrant Workers (DMW) Secretary Hans Leo J. Cacdac personally led the turnover of the packages, underscoring the sacrifices behind each box. One family received two boxes from Kuwait that had been delayed for nearly three years. The mother of the OFW expressed deep gratitude, saying the goods were hard-earned by her child working abroad. 'These boxes carry more than just items—they hold the hard work and love of our OFWs,' Secretary Cacdac said, highlighting that the delivery of every Balikbayan box restores family dignity and fulfills a promise. The effort was made possible through the collaboration of DMW, Bureau of Customs, OWWA, and other agencies after the signing of a Joint Administrative Order and Deed of Donation aimed at resolving undelivered and fraudulent shipments. The symbolic turnover event was attended by DMW regional officials, representatives from Kidapawan's local government, and members of the OFW Federation, showing unified support for protecting the rights and welfare of OFWs and their families.
