Some know about it - many don't. Are you an expatriate at the age of 60 and above and a holder of a permanent stay visa for the Philippines? Good for you! The Philippine Republic Act 9257, also known as the "Expanded Senior Citizen Act of 2003" was signed into law already in February 26, 2004 by President Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo amending RA 7432 and granting additional benefits and privileges to senior citizens. Also, if you're an expat living in the Philippines, you can apply for these benefits. There are a lot of benefits and discounts: A senior citizen is entitled to a minimum of 20% discount in the purchase of medicine for his personal … [Read more...]
Klaus Doring
September 2, 2009 By
I regret to announce the Klaus Doring will no longer be a columnist here on LiP. … [Read more...]
Filipino Endeavors
August 30, 2009 By 13 Comments
Sometimes it's really interesting to research and analyze polls in the Philippines. For me, I am still keep on learning when it comes to this country and its people. Sure, many things are known when we let Filipinos talk and explain about the fields of endeavor most Filipinos tend to excel in. Allow me enumerate several examples, and please let me know if they are correct or not. Don't get me wrong, these are examples, which have been voiced out by Filipinos. Love of family is the most important value of Filipinos. This is the reason why Filipinos work hard and grab any opportunity they can, even to the point of leaving behind their love ones, … [Read more...]
Proud to be a Rotarian
August 23, 2009 By 11 Comments
I have written about this topic already twice. When my "permanent life in the Philippines" as an expatriate started, I kept on looking for several tasks and commitments. I joined several 'clubs', expat gatherings and many different associations. Since more then a year, I am a member of Rotary International - here in Rotary Club of East Davao. Yes, I feel like being in a big family - and, I must confess, I am really proud to be one of only more or less 1,2 million members worldwide. Rotary is a global network of community volunteers. Rotary members are business and professional leaders who provide humanitarian service, encourage high ethical … [Read more...]
What Sara Duterte, Vice Mayor of Davao City said… .
August 16, 2009 By 28 Comments
I met Vice Mayor of Davao City, Sara Inday Duterte for the first time on July 21, 2009, being invited by Edgar B. Aglipay (PDGEN ret.) of the Philippine Retirement Authority (Manila) to its 24th anniversary celebrations. Last week I was able to meet Sara Duterte in her office and asked for another meeting with her. Thank you very much to Mr. Lemuel G. Ortino, chief-of-staff, office of the Vice Mayor, and to Jojo and Mitch from the staff, making it possible to talk to Sara Duterte for almost an hour, although having a fully packed and concise schedule. Sara Duterte, Vice Mayor of Davao City, one forth German (as she said!), a simple but awesome … [Read more...]
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