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Of farmers & cooperatives

Large, wide plains generally characterize the topography of the City of Sto. Tomas in Batangas province. Mountainous terrain only becomes apparent on the northeast side of the city, encompassing a portion of Mt. Makiling. The city maintains a robust agricultural sector, despite long years...

On pace with peace & order and disaster preparedness

The City of Sto. Tomas is one of the first city governments in the province of Batangas to establish close coordination with the Philippine National Police (PNP) in order to improve peace and order, as well as disaster response, in times of emergency...

City of Sto. Tomas, Batangas: A social services sanctuary for all

Standing before his constituents as he delivered his second State of the City Address, lawyer Arth Jhun Aguilar Marasigan renewed his commitment as Mayor of the City of Sto. Tomas, Batangas: “As we continue to develop and grow, our city will remain a...

Profiles on inclusivity, diversity, and growth

Inclusivity, the practice of providing equal access to opportunities and resources for people who might otherwise be excluded or marginalized, have long been a declared policy of the city government in Sto. Tomas, Batangas. Last July, during his State of the City Address, Mayor...

A toolbox for sustainable city living

Ecology rules in the City of Sto. Tomas, Batangas Mother Nature blessed the City of Sto. Tomas. This northeastern section of Batangas province has its healthy share of captivating natural wonders like the eternal Laguna Lake, the rhythmic flow of the San Juan, Siam-Siam,...

Pi Sigma remembers: Memories of Dr. Francisco ‘Dodong’ Nemenzo

December 30, 2024 saw the country commemorating the 128th martyrdom anniversary of Dr. Jose P. Rizal at the Luneta Park. Government officials, led by Pres. Ferdinand Marcos, Jr., participated in the traditional wreath-laying ceremony in honor of the country’s national hero. On that day, in...

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Henry Sy, tycoon (1924-2019)

Eighty-two years ago, a 12-year-old boy had 10 centavos in his pocket when he traveled from China to Manila. In his prime, he was...

Navigating the Global Arena 

CITEM Executive Director Leah P. Ocampo cites geopolitical factors as the ultimate challenge to Philippine merchandise exports penetrating the global market.        Apart from global...

My Father, Johnny Dayang

My father was never the loudest man in the room, but he was often the most listened to. He had a kind of presence...

Charter Change and Federalism: Two important questions

First of two parts Two years ago, a forum was held to discuss the twin issues of federalism and amending the Constitution. These issues are interrelated...