Legarda: We Must Unite, Heighten Vigilance vs Terrorism

November 15, 2015

Senator Loren Legarda today underscored the importance of cooperation among nations in the global fight against terrorism following recent vicious attacks of terrorist groups, particularly in the cities of Paris, Beirut and Baghdad.
Legarda earlier joined the French nation and the rest of the world in condemning the November 13 attacks in several public sites in and around Paris that have killed at least 129 individuals and injured hundreds more. But the Senator said that we should also give the same […]

Read More

Statement of Senator Legarda on the Terrorist Attacks in France

November 14, 2015

“The vicious attacks on innocent civilians in Paris is a deplorable act that must be condemned in the strongest possible terms. We join the French nation and the rest of the world in condemning these dastardly acts and express our deepest condolences to the families and loved ones of the victims.
“This kind of atrocity has no room in our peace-loving society. Regardless of age, gender, race and religious beliefs, let us all stand united in the fight against terrorism.”

Read More

Legarda: PAGASA Modernization Act Enactment, A Triumph for the Nation

November 12, 2015

Senator Loren Legarda hailed the enactment of Republic Act No. 10692 or the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) Modernization Act of 2015, which effectively funds the enhancement of the state bureau’s capability in providing services to protect the people and the environment and to ensure economic security against natural hazards.

Read More