(PAGASA 24-HOUR PUBLIC WEATHER FORECAST as of Friday, 16 January 2026) Dinagat Islands will experience rains with gusty winds due to TS “Ada”. Possible flash floods or landslides due to moderate to heavy rains. Minimal to minor threat to life and property due to strong winds. Northern Mindanao and the rest of Caraga will experience cloudy skies with scattered rains and thunderstorms due to TS “Ada”. Possible flash floods or landslides due to moderate to at times heavy rains. The rest of Mindanao will experience partly cloudy to cloudy skies with isolated rainshowers or thunderstorms due to Localized Thunderstorms. Possible flash floods or landslides during severe thunderstorms. The eastern section of Mindanao will have moderate to strong winds from west to southwest with moderate to rough seas (2.1 to 3.4 meters). The rest of Mindanao will have light to moderate winds from northeast to northwest with slight to moderate seas (0.6 to 2.5 meters). At 3:00 PM today, the center of Tropical Storm "ADA" {NOKAEN} was estimated based on all available data at 270 km East of Borongan City, Eastern Samar (12.1°N, 127.9°E) with maximum sustained winds of 65 km/h near the center and gustiness of up to 80 km/h. It is moving Northwestward at 20 km/h. Northeast Monsoon affecting Northern and Central Luzon.


Thursday, 04 July 2024

MinDA, Dinagat Islands forge partnership to boost economic dev’t

DAVAO CITY -- In a significant step towards fostering economic growth, the Mindanao Development Authority (MinDA) and the provincial government of Dinagat Islands signed a Memorandum of Cooperation (MoC) on June 27. This agreement aims to establish economic zones (EZs) in Dinagat Islands, designed to attract local and foreign investments, create jobs, and alleviate poverty in the province.

The MoC was signed by MinDA Secretary Leo Tereso A. Magno and Dinagat Islands Governor Nilo P. Demerey Jr. It focuses on technical assistance, capacity building, and information exchange, aligning with MinDA's Mindanao Agenda 2022-2028. This agenda emphasizes sustainable development and economic integration within the ASEAN region.

Gov. Demerey highlighted the "I2 FAME" strategy, targeting innovation and industrialization in the fisheries, agroforestry, mining, and ecotourism sectors. Sec. Magno emphasized MinDA's role in coordinating efforts and promoting investments aligned with national development goals.

"This partnership is a significant milestone in Dinagat Islands' journey towards socio-economic development," said Demerey.

"By leveraging strategic partnerships and integrated planning, we aim to uplift the region and create a more prosperous future for our people," he added.

Secretary Magno shared, "MinDA is committed to supporting the Dinagat Islands through coordinated efforts that promote sustainable investments. This MoC will pave the way for economic zones that will bring substantial benefits to the local community."

The signing of this MoC marked a critical milestone in the socio-economic development of Dinagat Islands, leveraging strategic partnerships and integrated planning to uplift the region. (MinDA/PIA-Dinagat Islands)

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