Senate panel tightens seal on secret funds

View in browser   |   Shop Inquirer September 8, 2023 Good day. Here are the most important news stories that you need to know. Senate panel tightens seal on secret funds The Senate oversight committee on confidential and intelligence funds (CIFs) has released self-imposed rules preventing the publication of information regarding the secret allotments and imposing sanctions on senators who may disclose these to the public. By Melvin Gascon and Dempsey Reyes Militias don't ease tension, Marcos says at Asean meet JAKARTA—President Marcos on Thursday urged leaders of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (Asean) to oppose the use of maritime militia in disputed areas of the South China Sea, a day after China claimed that it was upholding peace and harmony in waters disputed among six nations. By Jean Mangaluz COMPLIANCE CHECK Government agencies inspect retail stores for their compliance as the price caps on rice are imposed for the third day on Thursday. In this photo taken at Nepa-Q Mart, Oliver Lasco of the Quezon City's market development and administration office takes note of the price tags, the source of the grain suppliers and the retailers' business permit. -LYN RILLON Like this email? Forward it to your friends and let them know that they can sign up here. LTO revokes driver's license of dismissed cop in viral QC road rage MANILA, Philippines — The Land Transportation Office (LTO) on Thursday said it revoked the driver's license of Wilfredo Gonzales, the dismissed police officer who pulled out and cocked a gun at a cyclist in a road altercation in Quezon City. By Zacarian Sarao OPINION Reforming the MUP pension system To avoid the fate of the Armed Forces Retirement and Separation Benefits System that was shut down in 2006, lawmakers must also reconsider the current indexation of pension payments to the base pay of active personnel, since any movement in the latter's salary would automatically raise the budget for the retirees' pension.  By Editorial OFFER ENDS IN Try Inquirer Plus. Inquirer Plus is the digital version of the Philippine Daily Inquirer. Register for a 30-day trial for free to get access to Inquirer's fearless reporting, app-exclusive stories, and archives. REGISTER NOW Hi . Have feedback? We're happy to hear it. Give Suggestions newsletter@inquirer.com.ph © 2023 PHILIPPINE DAILY INQUIRER, Barangay Tejeros, Makati City, Philippines You are receiving this email because you are subscribed to Inquirer Newsletters. Unsubscribe anytime