The Provincial Government of Ilocos Norte (PGIN), through the Ilocos Norte Trade and Investment Promotions Office (INVEST), highlighted the Province’s bid as the Renewable Energy Capital of Southeast Asia at the forum titled “Powering Progress: National and Local Government Synergy in Renewable Energy Investment Facilitation,” held at Royale Palm Resort Hotel and Business Center in […]
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PGIN boosts agricultural sustainability with expanded irrigation systems
The Provincial Government of Ilocos Norte has opened newly constructed and rehabilitated irrigation systems in eight (8) towns in the province, providing thousands of farmers with improved access to water for their crops. From 2024 to date, PGIN has constructed and rehabilitated 526 units of small far reservoirs, dredged over 31,000 meters of irrigation canals, […]
Sky Pasada launches new Ilocos Norte-Batanes route
Sky Pasada, a regional airline, has expanded its services with the maiden flight of a new route connecting Ilocos Norte and Batanes on May 4, at Laoag International Airport. Known as the “jeepney in the sky,” Sky Pasada is a 15-seater airline that continues to connect travelers to unique and off-the-beaten-path destinations in northern Luzon […]
PGIN’s cash-for-work promotes environmental preservation
The Provincial Government of Ilocos Norte (PGIN) spearheaded by Gov. Matthew Marcos Manotoc led a series of cash-for-work payout distribution on April 2 as Ilokano farmers concluded their environmental preservation services. PGIN, in partnership with the Department of Social Welfare and Development, allotted a budget for the program totaling to Php 54,810,900.00 which helped 13,212 […]
BATAC WINS 2nd “TAN-OK” CHAMPIONSHIP TITLE
The “Fiesta Empanada” of the City of Batac won its 2nd championship title at the 11th “Tan-ok ni Ilocano:Festival of Festivals” at the Ferdinand E. Memorial (FEM) Stadium in Laoag City on February 16, with its portrayal of culinary prowess as a bridge for lasting friendship. Thousands of attendees gathered at the FEM Stadium, including […]
PGIN, 22 Ilocos Norte towns bag “Good Financial Housekeeping” award
In its commitment to promote transparency and accountability, the Provincial Government of Ilocos Norte (PGIN), along with its 22 component local government units, achieved the 2023 Good Financial Housekeeping (GFH) standards and practices set by the Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG). DILG–Ilocos Norte released its list of the 2023 Good Financial Housekeeping […]
Ilocos Norte welcomes Cebu-Laoag maiden flight
The Province of Ilocos Norte welcomed the maiden flight of Philippine Airlines’ new Cebu-Laoag route, connecting the urban hub of Cebu and Laoag City this morning, December 15. This initiative led by the Provincial Government of Ilocos Norte (PGIN) aims to bolster the existing connection between Cebu and Ilocos Norte provinces, enhancing tourism, business, and […]
PGIN recognizes Ilokano business innovators
The Provincial Government of Ilocos Norte (PGIN), through the Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises Office (MSMEO), recognized Ilokano innovators in the awarding of “Adal ken Sirmata Mentoring Program: Search for the Best Business Concept” at the MSME Incubation Center on November 14. The “Search for the Best Business Concept” aims to grant aspiring entrepreneurs the […]
PAL to inaugurate Cebu-Laoag route
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 […]
FIBA World Cup trophy arrives in Ilocos Norte
The renowned Naismith Trophy of the FIBA World Cup is now in Ilocos Norte as part of a nationwide tour, before becoming the sought-after prize among 32 teams competing in the highly anticipated 2023 edition of the basketball tournament starting on August 25 here in the Philippines. With Filipino GILAS ambassador and PBA legend Arwind […]
