KEY POINTS
- There are growing calls for a universal childcare system, after the government announced childcare subsidies in a re-election promise.
- 66 senatorial aspirants will compete for the 12 seats available in the May 2025 elections according to COMELEC.
- Filipinos can now apply for Australia’s Frequent Traveller Stream Visa, allowing visit to Australia for up to 3 months at a time, with grant periods of up to 10 years.
