Regional Updates – Page 11 – National Wages and Productivity Commission

Bicol enterprises shine at 2025 Productivity Olympics

Written by Clodualdo Milo Jr. on October 21, 2025. Posted in Regional Updates, RTWPB-V.

Bicol once again proved its strength in productivity and excellence as three regional representatives proudly raised the banner of the region during the 2025 Productivity Olympics National Awarding held on October 1, 2025 in Taguig City. The awarding ceremony recognized the best micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) nationwide that have demonstrated outstanding productivity practices in their respective industries. Bicol’s winners include: Muravah Foundation – National Winner, Agribusiness – Medium Category Chef Connie’s Café and Restaurant and Catering Services – National Winner, Service...

RTWPB IV-A conducts Wage Orientation for Employers and Employees in Batangas Province

Written by Clodualdo Milo Jr. on October 17, 2025. Posted in Regional Updates, RTWPB-IVA.

RTWPB-CALABARZON, in partnership with DOLE-Batangas, successfully held a face-to-face wage orientation in Lipa City, Batangas on October 14, 2025. Over 200 participants composed of employers, HR practitioners, and workers from various establishments in the province participated in the orientation which tackled the new minimum wage increase in Region IV-A as well as wage exemption and wage distortion. Mr. Gener C. Rivera, Information Technology Officer I, presented the details of the wage order and explained the procedure for filing wage exemption. Meanwhile, Ms. Khelly Ann Victoriano discussed...

RTWPB-VIII’s Productivity Olympics regional winners and Productivity Toolbox beneficiaries join the 3rd batch of Digital Transformation Development Program for MSMEs

Written by Clodualdo Milo Jr. on October 17, 2025. Posted in Regional Updates, RTWPB-VIII.

The RTWPB-VIII’s Productivity Olympics regional winners and Productivity Toolbox beneficiaries participated in the 3rd Batch of the Digital Transformation Development Program for micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) held at the Asian Institute of Management (AIM) in Makati City from September 29 to October 3, 2025. Representing Eastern Visayas, present were Weaves and Bows Bags and Accessories Shop, Bibar’s Farm, Baybay Dairy Cooperative, Alto Peak Agriventures Corporation, Mary’s Abuyog Spesyal Tsokoleyt Moron, atbp., and Bontoc Multipurpose Cooperative. These enterprises were recognized...

NWPC, RTWPB-I join Labor and Employment Plan Consultation in Ilocos

Written by Clodualdo Milo Jr. on October 15, 2025. Posted in Regional Updates, RTWPB-I.

NWPC and RTWPB-I participated in the Regional Mid-Term Labor and Employment Plan (LEP) Review and Consultation held on October 10, 2025 in Bauang, La Union. The activity was spearheaded by the Bureau of Labor and Employment (BLE) and the DOLE Regional Office I. During the plenary, Ms. Donnabeth Yodico of the NWPC presented the Progressive Wage Model for the Construction Industry of Singapore, underscoring how its adoption could help redesign the pay structure for lower-wage workers in the Philippines. RTWPB-I Board Secretary Atty. Romina Boado-Cabrillos, along with Ms. Sarah Marie Michelle...

RTWPB-XII steers transport cooperatives toward minimum wage compliance

Written by Clodualdo Milo Jr. on October 11, 2025. Posted in Regional Updates, RTWPB-XII.

GENERAL SANTOS CITY — The RTWPB-XII provided guidance on wage compliance to transport cooperatives during the Labor Laws Seminar on September 18, 2025 in General Santos City, Representing the RTWPB-XII, Mr. Renato A. Gardose, Senior Labor and Employment Officer, discussed the provisions of Wage Order No. RBXII-24 and its practical implications for transport cooperatives operating under the Public Utility Vehicle (PUV) Modernization Program. Mr. Gardose emphasized that the correct implementation of prescribed wages is crucial, serving as a foundation for fair employment practices and productivity...

RTWPB-I holds wage consultations for kasambahays

Written by Clodualdo Milo Jr. on October 8, 2025. Posted in Regional Updates, RTWPB-I.

RTWPB-I conducted consultations with kasambahays and their employers on possible minimum wage adjustments in the region on October 2-3, 2025 in San Fernando City, La Union and Dagupan City, Pangasinan, respectively. Sixty (60) Domestic workers attended the consultations to voice their sentiments and concerns on the existing minimum wage rate in the region and to enhance their social protection. Atty. Judi Khenn C. Faustino-Mojica, Attorney IV of RTWPB-I discussed the mandate of the board in setting minimum wages for private establishments and kasambahays. She also presented the socio-economic...