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The Data Privacy Act of 2012 or Republic Act No. 10173, with its Implementing Rules and Regulations, was promulgated in response to the freer exchange of personal data in the global stage and the setting of international standards for data protection. Prior to the Act, without so much as regulatory oversight for data collectors or protective measures for the data subject, the wealth of personal...

1 .What role will the government of the Philippines play in approving and regulating foreign direct investment? The following Philippine government agencies are involved in approving and/or regulating foreign direct investments into the Philippines: The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) exercises jurisdiction and supervision over all corporations, partnerships, or associations doing...

WHAT ROLE WILL THE GOVERNMENT OF THE PHILIPPINES PLAY IN APPROVING AND REGULATING FOREIGN DIRECT INVESTMENT? The following Philippine government agencies are involved in approving and/or regulating foreign direct investments into the Philippines: The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) exercises jurisdiction and supervision over all corporations, partnerships, or associations doing...

1. What role does the government of the Philippines play in approving and regulating foreign direct investment? The following Philippine government agencies are involved in approving and/or regulating foreign direct investments into the Philippines: The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) exercises jurisdiction and supervision over all corporations, partnerships, or...

The world has recently witnessed some of the most catastrophic natural events in human history — extreme hurricanes, severe droughts, and unexpected hailstorms, among others — causing economic and social disruption. The Philippines has not been spared, having experienced fierce typhoons over the past several years. Many attribute these extreme weather conditions to global warming or climate...