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House adopts reso expressing condolences on passing of FVR
August 1, 2022, 7:12 pm
MANILA – The House of Representatives on Monday adopted a resolution expressing profound condolences to the Ramos family over the death of former President Fidel V. Ramos, popularly known as FVR. Under House Resolution 120, Speaker Martin Romualdez said Ramos implemented economic reforms… Read More
DOTr chief hails FVR for PH gov't ‘stability, new standards’
August 1, 2022, 6:13 pm
MANILA – Department of Transportation (DOTr) Secretary Jaime Bautista on Monday hailed former president Fidel V. Ramos for his role in “restoring democratic processes” in the Philippines and his legacy of creating “new standards” for government employees. In a statement, Bautista… Read More
Fidel Ramos champion of national development: POPCOM
August 1, 2022, 4:40 pm
MANILA – Former president Fidel V. Ramos will always be remembered by the Commission on Population and Development (POPCOM) as a staunch pillar of support and a persistent advocate of family planning and population management throughout his administration. “The former president’s development… Read More
FVR supported judiciary modernization
August 1, 2022, 3:42 pm
MANILA – The Supreme Court (SC) on Monday recognized the contributions of the late former president Fidel V. Ramos, describing him as a “true defender of freedom and democracy who had shown courage and loyalty to the country.” Just like other government agencies, the Supreme Court ordered… Read More
PBBM declares July 31-Aug. 9 as nat'l days of mourning for FVR
August 1, 2022, 3:25 pm
MANILA – President Ferdinand "Bongbong" Marcos Jr. has declared July 31 to Aug. 9, 2022 as national days of mourning for former president Fidel V. Ramos. The Office of the President on Monday released Proclamation No. 33 to honor Ramos for 10 days. "I, Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr., President of the… Read More
Envoys highlight FVR hand in building PH foreign relations
August 1, 2022, 3:15 pm
MANILA – Foreign envoys in the Philippines are mourning the passing of former president Fidel V. Ramos and highlighted his efforts in establishing strong international relations during his time in office. In a Facebook post on Monday, Chinese Ambassador to the Philippines Huang Xilian said Ramos… Read More
FVR real patriot, true champion of education: VP Sara
August 1, 2022, 2:14 pm
MANILA – Former President Fidel V. Ramos is considered a real patriot and a true champion of Philippine education, Vice President and Education Secretary Sara Z. Duterte said. Duterte made the statement as she and the Department of Education (DepEd) joined the nation in mourning the passing of… Read More
AFP prepares ‘final salute’ in honor of FVR’s life, legacy
August 1, 2022, 9:25 am
MANILA – The Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) vowed to carry on with former president Fidel V. Ramos' legacy by upholding his commitment to public service and peace. "We shall honor his passion and exemplary commitment to public service, and continue to carry on his aspiration for a just… Read More
Tributes pour in for FVR’s legacy
July 31, 2022, 8:07 pm
MANILA – Lawmakers released statements on Sunday to pay tribute to the legacy of former president Fidel V. Ramos, who died at the age of 94, describing him as a "visionary" in public service and a "true icon" of Philippine democracy. Deputy Speaker Ralph Recto said Ramos was "brave in war,… Read More
PBBM grieves passing of distant uncle Fidel V. Ramos
July 31, 2022, 7:43 pm
MANILA – President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr. is mourning the passing of former President Fidel V. Ramos on Sunday. In his official Facebook page, Marcos offered condolences to the Ramos family. “I extend my deepest condolences to the family of former President Fidel Valdez Ramos who… Read More
Former president Fidel V. Ramos dies at 94
July 31, 2022, 6:25 pm Updated on July 31, 2022, 10:34 pm
MANILA – Former president Fidel V. Ramos has died at the age of 94. The Office of the Press Secretary expressed condolences to the family of Ramos, the country’s 12 Chief Executive from 1992 to 1998. “It is with great sorrow that we learn of the passing of former President Fidel V. Ramos. He… Read More
Restoration of the old Office of the Press Secretary hailed
July 10, 2022, 6:22 pm
MANILA – A cross-section of former staff members of the state-run Philippines News Agency have hailed the abolition by the new Marcos administration of the Presidential Communications Operations Office (PCOO) and the restoration of the original department it superseded 12 years ago, the… Read More
Next president should have roadmap, long term vision for PH: FVR
April 19, 2022, 4:03 pm
MANILA – As the nation chooses a new leader in three weeks, former President Fidel V. Ramos said the next president should have a solid roadmap and a long-term vision for the country to fully recover and regain its status as “Asia’s Rising Tiger.” Ramos, whose six years in Malacañang… Read More
Group builds million tree marker in honor of FVR
March 24, 2022, 6:33 pm
MANILA – The Million Trees Foundation Inc. (MTFI) Nursery and Eco Learning Center has constructed a marker in honor of former President Fidel V. Ramos for his role in merging public-private partnership to protect the environment. MFTI Executive Director Melandrew Velasco said the marker was… Read More
FVR turns 94, online presidential library unveiled
March 18, 2022, 5:03 pm
MANILA – Former President Fidel V. Ramos (FVR) celebrated his 94th birthday on Friday by unveiling the online FVR Presidential Library, the first and only online presidential library so far in the country today. A preview of the online presidential library was shown on the internet wherein… Read More
FVR among 174 living Pinoy veterans of Korean War
June 25, 2021, 6:43 pm
MANILA – Of the 7,420-strong Philippine Expeditionary Force to Korea (PEFTOK), who fought during the Korean War, 174 are still alive as of June 24, 2021, all in their ‘90s, including former President Fidel V. Ramos, and Maj. Maximo Young, one of only two Filipinos awarded the prestigious… Read More
Keep ‘unparalleled’ spirit of 1986 People Power: FVR
February 24, 2021, 7:37 pm
MANILA – On the eve of the 35th anniversary of the 1986 People Power Revolution, former president Fidel V. Ramos cited the importance of unity to contain the challenges facing the country. The 92-year-old former leader, one of the key players during the four-day historic bloodless uprising that… Read More
Book honoring Filipino heroes to be launched on Nat’l Heroes Day
August 30, 2020, 6:35 pm
MANILA – After several postponements due to the coronavirus disease 2019 pandemic, noted author Melandrew T. Velasco will finally launch his 35th book “Twilight Glory: Honoring Heroes and Veterans” via Zoom and Facebook live. “What is special of the book launching is that it coincides with… Read More
FVR biographer named Rotary International district governor
June 4, 2020, 6:34 pm
MANILA – Melandrew Velasco, biographer of the family of former President Fidel V. Ramos, was elected the next Rotary International District 3780 Governor. District Governor Bernandette “BH” Herrera on Wednesday confirmed Velasco’s recent election as governor for Rotary Year 2022-2023.… Read More
FVR doing fine
April 22, 2020, 7:33 pm
MANILA -- Former President Fidel V. Ramos is doing fine under strict quarantine at home watching the news on television about new developments in containing the deadly coronavirus disease 2019 (Covid-19). This was the text message sent by his secretary, Mae Gaffud, on Wednesday in reply queries… Read More
