Government Agencies Cannot Invest In Maharlika Fund, But Paintings OK.

June 1, 2023 Pol Pinoy Leave a comment

MANILA, Philippines (The Adobo Chronicles, Manila Bureau) – The Philippine Congress has approved the Maharlika Wealth Fund with the caveat that certain government corporations like SSS, GSIS, Pag-IBIG, and PhilHealth cannot invest in it.

But in an interview with The Adobo Chronicles, House Speaker Martin Romualdez said purchase of paintings are allowed.

It will be recalled that GSIS did purchase a 110-year-old oil painting, “Parisian Life” by Juan Luan at an auction in Hong Kong for P46 million. The Confederation for Unity, Recognition and Advancement for Government Employees (Courage) questioned the acquisition which tapped the contributions of government employees nationwide.

Local and international artists welcomed the Congress’ move, saying the approved bill is the best thing that ever happened to the arts.

Government, Law Enforcement, Politics

Rodrigo Duterte To Bong Go And Bato DeLa Rosa: ‘Leave Me Alone!’

June 1, 2023 Pol Pinoy Leave a comment

DAVAO CITY, Philippines (The Adobo Chronicles, Davao Bureau) – They’re probably the closest confidants of former Rodrigo Duterte, but this time, they were asked by the former Philippine president to leave him alone.

They — Senators Bong Go and Bato dela Rosa — have strongly suggested that Duterte be appointed as President Bongbong Marcos’ Drug Czar (read: to continue the bloody war on drugs).

In response, Duterte said that Marcos is now the president and should be given full support to pursue his own anti-drug campaign.

Duterte’s message to Go and dela Rosa: “Stop kissing my *ss!”