Raj Patel
Espina family in Biliran faces plunder complaint over DPWH projects
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Lord Allan Merced-Garcia filed a plunder complaint with the Ombudsman on October 30, 2025, against the Espina family of Biliran over alleged theft in Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) projects. Roving Premier, owned by Vice Governor Roselyn Espina-Paras and her husband, secured over P1 billion in contracts since 2020. This ties into the broader flood control corruption scandal exposed by President Marcos Jr. in July 2025.
Bank of Japan holds policy rate at 0.5%
The Bank of Japan decided on October 30 to keep its policy rate at 0.5%. Citing economic uncertainties from U.S. tariff hikes, it maintained a cautious stance. This was the first meeting since Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi took office.
Ministries launch Santri Film Festival 2025
Indonesia's Ministry of Religious Affairs (Kemenag) and Ministry of Culture (Kemenbud) are collaborating on the Santri Film Festival (Sanffest) 2025, themed “Santri Memandang Dunia Melalui Lensa Budaya.” The event highlights pesantren as dynamic cultural spaces beyond religious education. Film registration opens on November 10, 2025.
Lanud Sulaiman personnel harvest 1.2 tons of catfish
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Government considers police rifle use amid bear attack surge
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Japan's government has intensified measures against a surge in bear attacks, including consideration of police rifle use, following a record 12 fatalities since April. A ministerial meeting involving multiple agencies ordered emergency actions, while municipalities raise pay for hunters. Officials describe the situation as a serious threat to public safety.
Industry ministry launches new national industrialization strategy
The Ministry of Industry has launched the New National Industrialization Strategy (SBIN) as a long-term framework for industrial development toward Golden Indonesia 2045. This strategy aligns with President Prabowo Subianto's Asta Cita vision, positioning the industrial sector as the backbone of economic independence. The launch occurred at the Ministry of Industry's 2025 Work Meeting in Jakarta on Monday (27/10).
Prosecutors examine Bandung deputy mayor in corruption case
On October 30, 2025, the Bandung City Prosecutor's Office raided several local government offices to gather evidence in an alleged corruption case involving abuse of authority. Deputy Mayor Erwin was questioned as a witness, with investigators stating they have strong evidence to elevate the status to prosecution. The Attorney General's Office denied any sting operation.
Marcos: Trump and Xi Jinping meeting to color APEC summit
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. predicted that the meeting between US President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping will color the entire Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) Summit. He made the statement to his ministers before departing for South Korea. According to him, agreements between the world's two largest economies will affect every citizen globally.