Fisherfolk Empowerment

01
Dec

Blue Economy Act Advances in House, With Roman Championing Fisherfolk-Focused Reforms

Mhike Cigaral / 7 months
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2 min read

Bataan Representative Tony Roman III has emerged as one of the most active advocates of the proposed Blue Economy Act, following its recent approval at the committee level. Congressman Roman has been pushing for stronger, people-centered provisions in House Bill No. 9662, ensuring that fisherfolk and coastal families—particularly in Bataan—stand to benefit directly from the […]

09
Oct

Roman seeks to end “5-6” lending

Mhike Cigaral / 8 months
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2 min read

First District Representative Tony Roman III has filed the Blue Finance for Small-Scale Fisherfolk Act (HB 4856), a measure that seeks to end the exploitative “5-6” lending schemes burdening fishermen and instead provide them with access to just and affordable capital. Roman said the bill aims to uplift small fisherfolk, whom he called “the heroes […]

01
Oct

BFAR Gawad Pagkilala Awardees

Mairine Gacutan / 9 months
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1 min read

Bataan’s strong commitment to fisheries development and marine conservation was once again recognized during the Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources (BFAR) Gawad Pagkilala on September 30, 2025 at Mimosa Hilltop, Clark, Pampanga. This recognition served as the culminating event of the 62nd Fish Conservation Week and the Maritime and Archipelagic Nation Awareness Month […]

01
Oct

Roman, naghain ng Blue Economy at Blue Finance Package

Mhike Cigaral / 9 months
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1 min read

Naghain si Bataan 1st District Representative Tony Roman III ng Blue Economy and Finance Legislative Package na layong suportahan ang mga mangingisda at palakasin ang sektor ng pangisdaan. Kabilang dito ang iba’t ibang panukalang batas na magbibigay ng pondo, pasilidad, at mas malawak na akses sa pag-utang para sa maliliit na mangingisda. Saklaw ng package […]

01
Oct

Roman Pushes Blue Economy and Finance Legislative Package

Mhike Cigaral / 9 months
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2 min read

Bataan 1st District Representative Tony Roman III has filed a comprehensive Blue Economy and Finance Legislative Package aimed at strengthening the country’s fisheries sector and uplifting the livelihood of small-scale fisherfolk. The proposed measures seek to improve access to financing, promote sustainability, and maximize the economic potential of the country’s marine resources. Among the bills […]

Blue Economy Act Advances in House, With Roman Championing Fisherfolk-Focused Reforms

Roman seeks to end “5-6” lending

BFAR Gawad Pagkilala Awardees

Roman, naghain ng Blue Economy at Blue Finance Package

Roman Pushes Blue Economy and Finance Legislative Package

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