As Binay Asks Support from Aquino, Palace Asks: Can You Continue ‘Daang Matuwid’?

Asked to comment on Vice President Jojo Binay’s wish that he be considered as President Benigno Aquino III’s bet for president in 2016, Malacanang said candidates for the highest office should be measured based on their ability to continue the platform and reforms of the recent president. Presidential spokesperson Edwin Lacierda said the president has … Read more

Malacañang Celebrated 150th Anniversary Survived Name Change

The Philippines’ official residence of the Chief Executive, the Malacañang Palace celebrated its 150th anniversary on Tuesday, June 11, 2013. The Palace started out as a summer house and eventually became the seat of executive power and served as the office and residence of the Philippine President. The Palace survived numerous earthquakes, wars, fires and even … Read more