Legarda honors legacy of former House Speaker Jose de Venecia Jr. at necrological services

Senator Loren Legarda joined colleagues and dignitaries at the necrological rites for former House Speaker Jose de Venecia Jr. on February 16 at the Plenary Hall of the House of Representatives, remembering him as a visionary leader whose faith in people and commitment to peace left an enduring mark on the nation.

“How do we measure the life of a man who always seemed to stand at the crossroads of our nation’s story? Today, I speak not only as a Senator […]

Legarda hits ‘paulit-ulit na kapabayaan’ in MV Trisha Kirsten sinking, pushes multi‑modal victim compensation, and tougher liability for unsafe operators

Senator Loren Legarda has condemned what she described as “paulit-ulit na kapabayaan” in maritime safety enforcement following the sinking of MV Trisha Kirsten, calling for direct accountability from regulators and a permanent compensation mechanism for victims of transport disasters.

Legarda extended her condolences to the families of those who lost their lives and expressed solidarity with survivors, but emphasized that sympathy alone is no longer acceptable in the face of recurring failures.

“Ito po ay bad habit, kapabayaan ng mga ahensya ng […]

Legarda seeks Senate probe on ‘Epstein Files’ to safeguard Filipino children from exploitation

Senator Loren Legarda has filed Senate Resolution No. 300 urging the Senate to launch a full investigation into the “Epstein files.” The resolution warns that the Philippines may have been exploited as a base for digital cover-up operations aimed at manipulating public perception, and calls for decisive action to protect Filipino children and reinforce the country’s compliance with international human rights obligations.

“Our children must never be exposed to exploitation networks, whether here or abroad. The Epstein files reveal disturbing global […]

Legarda remembers Jose de Venecia Jr. as mentor and friend

Senator Loren Legarda paid tribute to former House Speaker Jose de Venecia Jr., describing him as “a statesman of rare vision” during her co-sponsorship speech of Senate Resolution No. 297 on February 11.

“I extend my heartfelt condolences to Manay Gina and the entire de Venecia family, who shared him with the nation for so many decades,” Legarda said, recalling his decades of service as a journalist, diplomat, legislator, and global advocate for peace.

Legarda emphasized his leadership as the longest-serving Speaker […]