President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. administered the oath-taking of the new set of officers of the League of Vice Governors of the Philippines (LVGP) headed by its president, Bataan Vice Governor Ma. Cristina Garcia, in a ceremony held on September 30 at the Malacañang. VG Garcia was elected during the LVGP national elections on […]
Government leaders, representatives from partner agencies, faculty experts, and other stakeholders convened for the Capacity Development (CapDev) Training Series for the Provincial Development and Physical Framework Plan (PDPFP) 2025–2030, spearheaded by the Office of the Provincial Planning and Development Coordinator (OPPDC) headed by Ar. McJefferson Valerio, in partnership with the University of the Philippines-Los Baños […]
Hon. Benjie Serrano Jr., Hon. Manuel Beltran, and Hon. Antonino Roman III were honored during the flag-raising ceremony held Monday, July 21, at the Bataan People’s Center. Said recognition was conferred through a resolution passed by the Sangguniang Panlalawigan, ng Bataan led by Vice Governor Cris Garcia. In his message, Governor Joet Garcia expressed his […]
In pursuit of deeper and more meaningful partnerships, Governor Joet Garcia met with Japanese Ambassador to the Philippines His Excellency Endo Kazuya to discuss potential areas of collaboration that support Bataan’s development agenda. The governor was joined by 3rd District Representative Gila Garcia and Department of Education Schools Division Office of Bataan Superintendent Carol Violeta […]
Bataan continues to move forward in embracing electric vehicle (EV) technology as BYD, under the Hexagon Group of Companies, held a groundbreaking ceremony on July 14 for its new showroom in Balanga City and a service center in Abucay. The facilities are set to open in October this year. Governor Joet Garcia, one of the […]
As financial assistance programs from the government continue to benefit residents in the province, Governor Joet Garcia reminded the public that asking for kickbacks or any form of commission/monetary share from beneficiaries is strictly prohibited under Provincial Ordinance No. 12, Series of 2025, also known as the Kontra-Kickback sa Ayuda Ordinance of Bataan. Authored by […]
Ten municipalities in Bataan received one Patient Transport Vehicle (PTV) each from the Philippine Charity Sweepstakes Office (PCSO) under its Medical Transport Vehicle Donation Program held July 9 at the Quirino Grandstand, Manila. The turn-over ceremony was led by President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr. and PCSO General Manager Melquiades Robles. Governor Jose Enrique “Joet” Garcia […]
Governor Joet Garcia outlined key legislative priorities for the newly-convened Sangguniang Panlalawigan (SP) during its inaugural session held on July 7 at The Bunker in Balanga City. In his address before the provincial board, Garcia called for a strong partnership between the executive and legislative branches of the provincial government and presented a wide range […]
The Provincial Government of Bataan has enacted the SK Excused Absence Ordinance, a policy designed to support the leadership roles of Sangguniang Kabataan (SK) officials while pursuing their education. Authored and sponsored by Provincial Board Member Jomar Gaza and approved by the Sangguniang Panlalawigan, led by Vice Governor Cris Garcia, this ordinance ensures that SK […]
In a collaborative effort to bring justice closer to the people, the Provincial Government of Bataan, the 2nd Congressional District Office, and the Department of Justice (DOJ) launched the Katarungan Caravan today, June 26, at the Bataan People’s Center to provide legal advice and services to Bataeños. Various government agencies such as the DOJ-National Prosecution […]