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GMA Network
21-05-2025
- Business
- GMA Network
Pinoys 'disappointed' with gov't? Here's what Cabinet secretaries say
Some Cabinet secretaries have expressed their sentiments regarding the pronouncement of President Ferdinand "Bongbong" Marcos Jr. that the public is disappointed with the services provided by the government. Labor Secretary Bienvenido Laguesma told GMA News Online that the Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) would ensure the prompt and proper delivery of services to the public. Laguesma added that the agency agrees with the statement that Filipinos are already tired of too much politics. "The DOLE is in full support of the President's remark that the Filipinos are indeed tired of too much politics that caused division and polarization in our country which has affected the speedy recovery of our economy," Laguesma said. "For our part, DOLE further commits to enhance prompt and proper delivery of services and make our programs accessible to our constituencies particularly the workers," he added. Tourism Secretary Christina Frasco, for her part, said the Department of Tourism (DOT) holds firm to the principle that public service must rise above politics, saying that its foremost duty is to serve with integrity and compassion. "In the face of adversity—both at home and abroad—we remain resolute in advancing programs that uplift lives: by supporting communities, enhancing infrastructure, building local capacities, and sustaining the recovery of our tourism sector," Frasco said in a message. Frasco also said the DOT stands united in the country's mission "to create meaningful employment, empower the countryside, and position the Philippines as a model of inclusive, resilient, and sustainable tourism." Meanwhile, Budget Secretary Amenah Pangandaman said the Department of Budget and Management (DBM) wholeheartedly fulfills its duties for the nation. She backed the President in emphasizing the importance of prioritizing the people, doing what is right, and ensuring that meaningful and timely services are delivered to Filipinos. "Inspired by the President's reflections on the 2025 midterm elections, we remain committed to learning from one another and transforming our national goals into tangible actions that reach and uplift every Filipino we are privileged to serve," Pangandaman said. In a podcast with broadcaster Anthony Taberna, Marcos said he has two conclusions in the Eleksyon 2025—the people are tired of politics and they are disappointed with the government. Marcos said, "Disappointed ang tao sa serbisyo ng gobyerno. Hindi nila nararamdaman at masyadong mabagal ang galaw nang pagbubuo ng mga project na hindi pa nila maramdaman." (The public is disappointed with government services. They say they do not feel the impact of these services and that projects move toward completion too slowly.) Marcos said elected officials should focus on their duties and do what needs to be done for the welfare of the public. — VDV, GMA Integrated News For more Eleksyon 2025 related content and updates, visit GMA News Online's Eleksyon 2025 microsite.
Filipino Times
28-04-2025
- Business
- Filipino Times
DOLE to offer 170,000 local, overseas jobs at Labor Day fairs
Around 170,000 job opportunities, both local and overseas, will be up for grabs during job fairs to be held at over 70 sites nationwide in celebration of Labor Day, according to the Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE). Labor Secretary Bienvenido Laguesma said about 2,000 employers are participating in the events, which will be organized in partnership with mall operators across the country. 'This number could still increase since we still have three days before the Labor Day celebration,' Laguesma said in an interview on Super Radyo DZBB. He encouraged both unemployed individuals and those seeking better opportunities to visit the job fair sites. 'I am inviting all our job seekers—whether unemployed or already employed but looking for better positions and benefits—to check out the jobs being offered at our job fairs,' he said. Laguesma noted that recent job fairs already recorded a number of on-the-spot hires, including about 100 in Malolos, Bulacan; 128 in Dagupan; and 170 in Pampanga. According to the latest data from the Philippine Statistics Authority, 1.94 million Filipinos aged 15 and above were unemployed in February 2025. This figure is higher than the 1.80 million jobless individuals recorded in February 2024 but lower than the 2.16 million reported in January. Meanwhile, 49.15 million Filipinos were employed during the month, translating to an employment rate of 96.2%. Of this number, 4.86 million were considered underemployed, seeking either additional hours or better job opportunities.
