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Caraga strengthens security and justice sectors' awareness on foreign interference and malign influence

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IN PHOTOS | An orientation on Countering Foreign Interference and Malign Influence (FIMI), Anti-Money Laundering and Terrorism Financing Seminar at the PRO13 Multipurpose Center, Camp Col. Rafael Rodriguez in Barangay Libertad, Butuan City on March 4, 2026.  Spearheaded by the Caraga regional offices of the Philippine National Police, Department of Justice-National Prosecution Service, and the National Intelligence Coordinating Agency, the activity is participated by the police provincial directors, chiefs of police, force commanders and line company commanders of SHIELD (Sovereignty Heightened through Intelligence, Enforcement and Lawful Defense) Caraga, including prosecutors across the region and the immigration officers of the Bureau of Immigration (BI) Caraga. This collaborative engagement strengthens the region's efforts to protect the country's national security against external and emerging threats. (RLE, PIA Dinagat Islands)

Strengthening Caraga's emergency response through EOC training

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IN PHOTO | The member-agencies of the Caraga Regional Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council (RDRRMC) crafted their respective Emergency Operations Center (EOC) plans during their EOC training on March 23-25, 2026, organized by the Office of Civil Defense (OCD) Caraga. Through the said training, DRRM focals gained the necessary knowledge on the flow of operations in an activated EOC, reinforcing coordination and preparedness for effective disaster response. (NJGD, PIA Caraga)

OCD equips Caraga RDRRMC member-agencies with knowledge, skills on BICS

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IN PHOTO | Thirty-two Disaster Risk Reduction and Management (DRRM) focal persons from the different member-agencies of the Caraga Regional Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council (RDRRMC), underwent a series of classroom-type discussions and intense workshops during their Basic Incident Command System (BICS) training held on March 17-19, 2026 in Butuan City. The training enriched the the participants' skills and knowledge in incident management which is vital for their roles in their respective agencies. OCD Caraga Regional Director Antonio B. Sugarol joined the BICS graduates in one of their sessions, emphasizing each member's crucial role in ensuring the success of DRRM operations. (NJGD, PIA Caraga)

PIA Caraga, Butuan airport partner in boosting Caraga's tourism industry

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IN PHOTO | Philippine Information Agency (PIA) Caraga Regional Head Venus Lim-Garcia paid a courtesy visit to Engr. Junelito P. Abrazado, airport manager of the Butuan City airport, on March 16, 2026, to discuss a possible partnership between the two government offices in bolstering the region's tourism through intensified tourism campaigns. The coordination meeting stemmed from the recommendation made by the Caraga Regional Development Council (RDC) Chairperson, Governor Nilo P. Demerey of Dinagat Islands, during their 1st quarter meeting, to seek the help of PIA Caraga in coordinating with local airports across the region to feature Caraga's destinations in television screens within their respective vicinities. (NJGD, PIA Caraga)

NSED Q1 2026

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IN PHOTO | The participants, observers, officials, and drill evaluators from the Caraga Regional Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council (RDRRMC) Caraga and the Provincial Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council (PDRRMC) of Agusan del Norte together with the local DRRMOs gathered for a short program during the 1st quarter 2026 Nationwide Simultaneous Earthquake Drill (NSED) held at the Philippine Ports Authority–Port Management Office (PPA-PMO) Agusan del Norte in Nasipit. The activity highlighted the collective commitment of government agencies, stakeholders, and local DRRM councils to strengthen disaster preparedness and promote coordinated response to earthquakes and other hazards. (NCLM, PIA Agusan del Norte)

Panagtigum sa Tabo sa Kitcharao LGU Farm

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IN PHOTO | Kitcharao Municipal Agriculturist, Dr. Raul M. Del Agua, shares during the 'Panagtigum sa Tabo sa Kitcharao LGU Farm' on March 24, 2026 that the site functions as a farm tourism destination, offering visitors activities such as fishing and other recreational experiences.  The 'tabo' or market day, is held every Tuesday and Friday starting at 6:00 a.m., allowing buyers to purchase fresh vegetables and other farm products directly from local farmers. (NCLM, PIA Agusan del Norte)

PIA Caraga's Panagtigum spotlights LGU Kitcharao's unwavering support to farmers

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IN PHOTOS | The first episode of this year's Panagtigum happens at the LGU Farm in Kitcharao, Agusan del Norte on March 24, 2026.  This time, the  Philippine Information Agency (PIA) Caraga's Panagtigum highlights the country's first LGU funded and managed farm tourism site, serving as a game changer in agriculture as the LGU continues to empower the farmers and make them entrepreneurs.  Instead of a professional backdrop behind the dynamic  talk show platform are the hardworking farmers of the town who proudly sell their fresh vegetables, poultry and livestock products to the locals and compradors or buyers.  (RLE, PIA Dinagat Islands)