Preparing for the intelligence age
THE PHILIPPINES has long identified itself as an agricultural country. However, this claim merits closer scrutiny, as we remain heavily dependent on importing essential...
Supply and demand for doctors
THE SHORTAGE of doctors in the Philippines poses a significant challenge to achieving Universal Health Care (UHC).
According to the World Health Organization (WHO),...
A path to address housing needs
HOUSING is a fundamental human need, yet owning a home remains out of reach for many.
The Philippine government has made strides in addressing...
Self-sustaining government corporations
GOVERNMENT corporations, or government-owned and controlled corporations (GOCCs), are unique entities established to generate revenue while delivering essential services.
Ideally, they operate independently of...
Perceived poverty versus actual hunger
POVERTY and hunger are two of the most pressing issues facing the Philippines, yet they are often misunderstood and misrepresented in discussions.
While perceived...
Anyone can donate to public hospitals
LOCAL PUBLIC hospitals play a crucial role in providing healthcare to Filipinos, particularly those who cannot afford private medical services.
Unfortunately, many of these...
Let’s have more police helicopters
THE PHILIPPINE National Police (PNP) Air Unit plays a crucial role in law enforcement, disaster response, and search and rescue operations.
With its current...
Failure to serve arrest warrants
THE FAILURE of police to serve arrest warrants poses a grave threat to the justice system, undermining its integrity and potentially enabling impunity.
The...
Protocol for using body cams in police action
THE IMPLEMENTATION of body-worn cameras (BWCs) in police operations is a significant step towards enhancing transparency and accountability within law enforcement.
The Philippine National Police...
Wildlife conservation should be localized
THE PHILIPPINES is renowned for its rich biodiversity, hosting unique species of plants and animals found nowhere else in the world. However, the country's...