The Provincial Government of Ilocos Norte has partnered with Philippine Airlines (PAL) to launch direct flights between Cebu and Laoag on December 15, to enhance air travel options for passengers. In May 2023, PAL successfully conducted a promotional flight carrying the airline’s executives and influencers from Cebu to attend the “Himala sa Buhangin Arts and […]
Economy
Ilocos Norte’s Inabel Center to strengthen local textile industry
The Provincial Government of Ilocos Norte (PGIN), through the Ilocos Norte Tourism Office, in collaboration with the Second District Congressional Office and the Municipal Government of Pinili, officially inaugurated the Pinili Inabel Center in time for the 99th birthday celebration of Ilokano master weaver and National Living Treasure, Nana Magdalena Gamayo, in Pinili town, on […]
Gov. Marcos Manotoc leads RDC-1 2nd Quarter Meeting in Ilocos Norte
Regional Development Council-1 (RDC) Chairperson, Governor Matthew Marcos Manotoc, along with RDC-1 Vice-Chairperson Mrs. Irenea B. Ubungen, led the RDC 2nd Quarter Full Council Meeting for the Calendar Year 2025 at the Fort Ilocandia Resort and Hotel in Laoag City, Ilocos Norte, on June 27. Presidential Assistant for Northern Luzon, ASec. Ana Carmela Ventura-Remigio, and […]
Largest wind farm in PH inaugurated in Ilocos Norte
AC Energy Corporation (ACEN), a listed energy platform under the Ayala Group, inaugurated their latest 160-megawatts wind farm project in Ilocos Norte, last May 19, with President Ferdinand “Bong-Bong” Marcos Jr., and Energy Secretary, Raphael P. Lotilla leading the ceremony. Situated in Pagudpud town, the Balaoi-Caunayan wind farm is considered the largest of its kind […]
Cebu Pacific is “IN”
Cebu Pacific (CEB) officially resumed its Manila-Laoag flight operations at the Laoag International Airport today. The Provincial Government of Ilocos Norte (PGIN), through Governor Matthew Marcos Manotoc, with the joint efforts of the Metro Ilocos Norte Council (MINC) and Ilocos Norte Tourism Office, has successfully collaborated with CEB to launch a daily flight to and […]
Ilocos Norte pursues stronger relation, eyes new investment with sister-province
The Province of Ilocos Norte pursues stronger relation and eyes new investments with the Province of Shandong, as its delegation met with government officials, leaders of state-owned enterprises, and partner university during the first day of their trade mission in the People’s Republic of China. Governor Matthew Marcos Manotoc, along with representatives of food and […]
Ilocos Norte renews partnership with China
Ilocos Norte Governor Matthew Marcos Manotoc remains committed to renewing the province’s partnership with the People’s Republic of China, as he met with Chinese Ambassador to the Philippines Huang Xilian at the Ambassador’s Official Residence in Makati City, Metro Manila yesterday. Gov. Marcos Manotoc and Ambassador Huang set expectations in mutual sectors namely, tourism, agriculture, […]
81 hired on-the-spot in Ilocos Norte job fair
81 Ilokano job seekers were hired on-the-spot during the “Naruay a Panggedan” Job Fair of the Provincial Government of Ilocos Norte (PGIN), organized by its Provincial Public Employment Service Office (PESO), held at Robinsons Mall Expansion Activity Area, San Nicolas, on April 15. The said activity is part of the Provincial PESO’s Employment Facilitation Strategy […]
Ilocos Norte gears for 10th Tan-ok
After a three-year hiatus due to the pandemic, the Provincial Government of Ilocos Norte (PGIN) gears up for the 10th “Tan-ok ni Ilocano: Festival of Festivals” (The Greatness of the Ilocano), the grandest cultural festivity, on February 24 at the newly refurbished Ferdinand E. Marcos Memorial Stadium in Laoag City. The return of “Tan-ok” is […]
PGIN inks partnership with tourism cooperative in Paoay
The Provincial Government of Ilocos Norte (PGIN) has strengthened its partnership with the Municipal Government of Paoay and the Paoay Sand Dunes Service Cooperative through a Memorandum of Agreement to promote and preserve “iconic” tourist attractions in the town. Paoay is home to the Paoay Lake National Park and the Paoay Sand Dunes, both regarded […]
