No whitewash, PNP chief assures on probe vs dela Paz Oct 23, 2008
We will try to live up to your expectations and (in the) other actions that we will take, we will ensure that such things will never happen again," Puno said. But Senator Manuel Roxas II said that only the PNP and DILG can only re-establish such trust if they will take decisive action in making dela Paz liable. "Yung sa akin ang trust and confidence ay batay yan sa aksyon ... Until now, the publics interests remain subordinate to alliances in the PNP)," Roxas said. He likewise scored Verzosa... (GMA news.tv)
Dont stereotype Moros as terrorists, opposition spokesman appeals Aug 20, 2008
" Tamano, along with former Senate President Franklin Drilon, and Liberal Party President Sen. Mar Roxas openly supported the opposition raised by Mindanao local officials against the proposed MOA. They were able to secure a temporary restraining order from the Supreme Court to stop its scheduled signing last Aug. 5 in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. At the same time, Tamano said all peace advocacy groups, whether they supported the MOA or not, should now take a firm stand against the recent atrocities... (GMA news.tv)
* Fifth fatal attack this year claims Filipino journalist Aug 18, 2008
Julias killing came one week after two broadcasters of a nationwide radio network, Dennis Cuesta and Martin Roxas, were killed in separate attacks. Last year, four journalists were murdered, while 13 were slain in 2006. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
* Manila demands MILF withdraw within 24 hours Aug 8, 2008
Martin Roxas, 32, program director at Radio Mindanao Network (RMN), was shot dead just minutes after leaving the station at around 12pm in Roxas city ... Roxas had been a radio commentator for over a decade ... Roxas is the fourth journalist to be killed in the Philippines this year. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Tropical storm batters Philippines, leaving 300 ferry passengers stranded at sea May 16, 2008
Passengers on the MV Starlight Pacific spent the night on the open sea because the rough weather prevented the ship from docking in Port Roxas in Oriental Mindoro province, the coast guard said. Another vessel took food to the passengers Friday, coast guard spokesman Lt. Cmdr. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- News)
* Philippine army convoy attacked by communist rebels May 6, 2008
Two army trucks carrying troops back to barracks from a combat operation hit several land mines along a highway in President Roxas town in North Cotabato Province, army Major Lyndon Paniza said in a telephone interview. About 20 New Peoples Army rebels then opened fire on the soldiers from the side of the road, killing three and wounding at least 13, Paniza said. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Philippine communist rebels ambush army convoy, killing 3 troops May 5, 2008
Two army trucks carrying troops back to barracks from a combat operation hit several land mines along a highway in President Roxas town in North Cotabato province, army Maj. Lyndon Panesa said in a telephone interview. (Sioux City Journal, IO)
Philippine officials allay fears of food riots due to rising prices Apr 14, 2008
Manuel Roxas meanwhile filed a resolution Monday in the upper house calling on the government to take the lead in organizing an emergency summit of the 10-member Association of Southeast Asian Nations to ensure regional food security. "This kind of crisis is exactly why ASEAN exists," Roxas said. (International Herald Tribune)
Rising rice prices spark concerns Mar 28, 2008
Mar Roxas, president of the Liberal Party. Problems coping with rising rice prices are compounded by higher oil prices and a U.S. economic downturn, which could reduce the money sent home to families by Filipinos working in the United States. (Huntington WSAZ-TV, WV)
(UPDATE6) Raised fists, Bayan Ko at end of mass for Lozada Feb 17, 2008
Among those at the mass were former vice president Teofisto Guingona, former Senate president Franklin Drilon, former House Speaker Jose De Venecia, former cabinet secretaries, Senators Benigno Aquino III and Manuel Roxas II, and Manila Mayor Alfredo Lim. Also present was De Venecia's son, Jose III, who first exposed the alleged overprice of the $329-million contract between the government and China's ZTE Corp.. (Inquirer.net)
Obituary: Isle activist strong but 'sweet' Jan 12, 2008
She is survived by husband Jim and goddaughters Tina Escoda of New York, Carrie Brooks of San Francisco and Ming Roxas of Manila. A celebration of life will be held 4 p.m. Wednesday at the American Association of University Women clubhouse, 1802 Keeaumoku St. The family requests no flowers. (Honolulu Star-Bulletin)
* Manila suspends telecoms deal with China Sep 25, 2007
Philippine senator Mar Roxas said in a statement that he recommended cancelling the deal altogether. "It's not transparent, thus possibly overpriced [and] overdesigned," he said, adding he felt Manila's ties with China were strong enough to withstand the controversy. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
GUILTY: Erap draws life for plunder Sep 13, 2007
Senator Mar Roxas also expressed deep sadness and sympathy to Estrada and his family. "I served under President Estrada as his Trade secretary. Throughout that time, not once did he ask me to do something indecent or irregular and for that, he has earned my deepest respect, despite all that has happened, Sen. Roxas said in his press statement. Senate Minority Leader Aquilino Pimentel Jr. also praised Estradas commitment to the rule of law. Likewise, Senator Loren Legarda was saddened by the... (Tempo)
Company accused of abducting Filipinos to build U.S. Embassy in Iraq Aug 4, 2007
"It is distressing to hear that our fellow Filipinos are being deceived into working in Iraq by unscrupulous contracting firms," Senator Mar Roxas of the Philippines said ... Roxas called on the foreign affairs and labor departments of the Philippines to investigate. (International Herald Tribune)
Philippines casts a wide new terror net Jul 18, 2007
Senator Manuel Roxas II, who voted against the measure, said it was "like constructing a building without the architectural, electrical and mechanical plans being approved". He said, "The line between national0security imperatives and human freedom may not be clear to every law enforcer.". (Asia Times Online)
* Filipinos protest anti-terror law Jul 14, 2007
Senator Mar Roxas, a former ally of Arroyo, said: "The government already suffers from highly negative public perceptions in regard to its human rights record. To push the limits further would only breed more fear and anger among the people. Better to err on the side of human rights than to breed tyranny.". Rohan Gunaratna, who heads the International Center for Political Violence and Terrorism Research in Singapore, said the act has been watered down but could be revised later to make it a more... (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Predator Starfish Threaten Coral Reefs In The Philippines Apr 18, 2007
According to a WWF survey, outbreaks of crown-of-thorns starfish have been reported at Apo Reef and Puerto Galera in Mindoro, as well as at Mabini in Batangas, Roxas in Palawan, Bolinao in Lingayen Gulf, and Kiamba and Glan in Sarangani Bay. It is possible that many other coastal areas have been affected as well. (Science Daily)
