Confronting Terrorism

The ever deteriorating situation in Iraq and Syria and the continued threat posed by ISIS and its affiliate terrorist groups is probably one of the most pressing issues and concerns that necessitates more focused attention, action, and cooperation by the intelligence community both nationally and internationally. It calls for a consolidated national effort to deny this group in winning vulnerable sectors of the Muslim Filipino communities to buy into the ISIS’s brand of jihadist ideology. More so, it demands a more enhanced and intensified international cooperation to stop the spread of this ISIS menace. Obtaining intelligence and sharing is one thing. Translating this intelligence into concrete action and tangible accomplishment is another thing. Hence, the challenge to the regional and global intelligence community is to translate this shared intelligence into consolidated actions through uniformed and mutually beneficial responses in the form of counter terrorism policies and measures. History has never been remiss in providing us a treasure trove of knowledge that if we idly sit by and let events takes it course then for sure we will again be haunted by the horrors of the Al Qaeda and Jemaah Islamiyah experience. It shouldn’t take another 9/11 or Bali bombing before the importance of intelligence is again put in the pedestal. Intelligence will always be the spearhead in our fight against terrorism and against ISIS this remains to be true.

From our end, we recognize that the only way forward to address the threat of ISIS spreading into the country and the Southeast Asian region is to strengthen our intelligence efforts. It is only by closely working together with our neighboring nations and the international intelligence community that we can comprehensively defeat the threat posed by this group. With this, we are exploiting various regional and international counterterrorism agencies and forums and other bilateral and unilateral cooperations to collect and share vital intelligence in order to recommend timely policies, programs, and measures.

     

Terrorism is just one facet of our wide array of problem. Another equally important problem we are facing is the continuing threat posed by the CPP/NPA/NDF (CNN). For more than 5 decades now this is another concern that not only challenges the resolve and ingenuity of the Philippine National Police but has been dragging the whole country as well into moving forward and progressing. The communist ideology continues to flourish especially in areas where government control is weakest or non-present. The group has continue to exploit and agitate sectors of the society to embrace an anti-government and anti-status quo sentiment and remain committed to the Maoist-inspired idea that the only way to change the Philippine society is through a violent and bloody revolution. Up until today this is perhaps the greatest threat to our internal security and stability.

From our end, we continue to collect intelligence to sustain our Counter insurgency efforts and support different law enforcement operating troops on the ground. We also recognize that in order to gain the upper hand against the CNN intelligence will play a pivotal role. We untiringly share and provide intelligence as basis for a more comprehensive policy and programs against it.

         Instead of losses we choose to see them as challenges that in one way or the other continues to affect our intelligence gathering capability. The lack of the necessary technical equipment is one of our foremost challenge. We however negate this by enhancing our human intelligence capability thru trainings to hone and improve skills and craft. 

Good Faith Presumption

It is axiomatic that good faith is always presumed unless convincing evidence to the contrary is adduced. It is incumbent upon the party alleging bad faith to sufficiently prove such allegation. Absent enough proof thereof, the presumption of good faith prevails. In the case at bar, the burden of proving bad faith therefore lies with petitioners but they failed to discharge such onus probandi. Without a clear and persuasive substantiation of bad faith, the presumption of good faith in favor of respondents stands.

Terrorism in the Philippines

The threat of terrorism In the Philippines, notably in the southern part of the country, remains a major
challenge to our country despite the recent arrests and neutralization of key personalities involved in
terrorist activities. The region continues to be an arena for terrorist-related activities such as small-scale
training, recruitment, fund raising, place of refuge or safe haven to violent foreign jihadists or simply as a
target area for test missions for bombing operations.

The JI, the ASG and some elements of the MILF have continued to cooperate in planning and executing
bombing operations in key cities in the region. The central figures involved in these bombing plans are
bomb-specialist notably from Malaysia.

The continued presence of Dulmatin and Umar Patek followers and other foreign jihadists and their ties with the ASG
and other extremist groups emphasize the breaking of the segregation between the jihadist organizations
in the Philippines. This is also in part due to the past JI training activities in the country, which not only
united the different factions of the ASG but also brought the ASG and the MILF together. These training
activities also contributed immensely to the links developed between the ASG and the radical group of
converts to Islam, the Rajah Solaiman Movement.

Still, the ease by which militants travel back and forth also point to our porous borders. Because of this,
extremists from neighboring states continue to travel in and out of southern Philippines via various routes
and means.

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Reaching a million goal

Did you know that you can possibly make 1 million pesos (1,000,000) in the Philippines or worth of $22,727.00 US dollars a month? Now the question is, how's that possible? We all know that Philippines is considered as one of the poorest country including other poorest countries in the world, but did you know that there are several ways you can make a good living in the Philippines. Philippines is known to have beautiful beaches and natures and is one of the most visited country because of its beautiful tourist spots.

There are millions of foreigners from different countries who have chosen to visit and spend their vacation in the Philippines because of its wonderful tourist spots. And not only that Philippines have beautiful natures but of course everything in the Philippines is more affordable and is at  a low cost, from the transportations, foods, hotels, condo's and rental apartments. The Philippine country has kept on attracting people from different nation and yes they kept on coming in the Philippines.

Others have decided to live and stay in the Philippines together with their beloved wife whom they met online. I know that majority of these foreigners are also trying to make a good living in the Philippines, especially those individuals who have been  abandoned by their wives after the separation. I have seen a few foreign guys somewhere who is selling balut in the street to make some extra cash (that is after separating from their Filipino wives). It  is sad that these foreigners have to suffer such things when all they wanted is to be loved by a someone, but I think that's how life works when you start losing your money, and you are no longer loved by your partner (wife/husband).

We, as human we'd always wanted to be loved and to love that person in  return, but why is it there's still thousands of individuals who aren't satisfied with the love you've given to them? Is it because of money? Or the lack of satisfying and giving what they need? Today I'm gonna show you how you can  make 1,000,000 pesos a  month in the Phippines or ($22, 727.00) a month in USD. And this is not about teaching you how to scam other individuals but this is all about starting  your very own small business that will give you high returns and could even possibly make you more than 1 million pesos a month.

It doesn't matter where you from, whether you're from the United States or from any other Asian countries, this tutorial will give you an idea on how you can make millions in the Philippines (if ever you are planing of relocating in the Philippines and make a good living in the future). This is going to be the best business idea you can do either now or in the future. You can simply start this small business (with just $150 USD or 7,999 pesos) and start making millions and more  millions every month for a life, meaning this business won't only give you a high returns once or twice but for a life time. We  can't deny that the world is still facing global crisis as of today, and all of us are eager on finding new ways to make a good living.

Some other people aren't just satisfied with the salary they are receiving from their former job, while other student aren't satisfied with their allowances. Now let me tell you some good news, you can simply do this small business I'm talking about and make a good income while studying, not only that you can help yourself with what you need in school but you can also help your parents from their needs. Now I know for sure you're excited to know the exact thing about this business. But let me tell you this first, before we proceed to the next level. This business is only designed for those individuals who has perseverance and is very much willing to give their best, someone whose goal is high and is determined to make his/her dreams come true.

Take note that everything is possible in this world if only you are fully determined to become a successful person, then with the help of God almighty and through his will, you can make all your dreams come true, God is always there for us, to guide us and to show us the right way but He cannot help us if we, ourselves alone won't make a move or an effort of helping ourselves. We need to do something in our lives  because time is gold and we shouldn't be wasting a minute of it or even a second. Take action now and forget that there's still another day or chances, because the best time to make your dreams come true is now and not tomorrow.

Now lets go back to the main topic of becoming a millionaire in the Philippines by simply doing this small business. If you're familiar with MLM or multi-level marketing then for sure you already know how this business works and how you can get a high returns from this business. Maybe now, you were thinking that this MLM marketing I am going to introduce to you is another way of scamming people, but remember that not al MLM businesses are scam, and this business idea I am going to tell you could possibly change your whole life.

Making one million pesos in a month may sound promising to your ears, and right now you might have started laughing out loud, but come to think of yourself after 5 years? What do you think will happen to you after 5 years without taking action? Do you think you'll be successful in life without investing a little of your time and money on something? The answer is pretty obvious, you'd simply remain the same as you are right now, no changes and  no achievements. Now if you wanna be a successful person after a few  months or a year, then take action now, and start your very own business at home.

I knew a lot of people who had been making millions every months by just becoming a dealer. I have seen all those real check with my eyes and I was so jealous. There was one guy I've  meet who is also a dealer of the UNO product, and guess what? he was able to buy his very own house and car after becoming a dealer of UNO in just 6 months. And no! he is not the kind of guy you can see around the corner, because he is blind and it's unbelievable how he made it on top, but everything was because of his determination. Yes! he is fully determined and is eager to fulfill his dreams despite of his blindness. I have also meet the  former manager at one of the Mc Donald branches here in Philippines, and guess what? He decided to quit his job and stay  focused on this MLM business and after a year of becoming a dealer, He was able to make 1 million in a month or per month and her earnings and commissions are still growing up each day. He has bought her first 14 million worth of house and another millions for a new car, and he was able to take  a tour and stay for weeks in the US (every now and then) because of all the benefits he is getting from the network marketing incorporation. I have seen many successful youngters who are happily satisfied with the millions they are making in a month. Though this kind of business  needs a hardwork and perseverance as well as determination. You cannnot do it alone of course, you need team work to make it happen.  Now to get started with this kind of business, you've gotta buy the UNO product worth of 7,699 pesos or $150 USD, there is no membership fees at all, all you have to do is to buy the product and sell it.  For sure you'd be happy with the results. But if becoming a millionaire is what you want to fulfill, then you must start this  small business and  start making millions. My Conclusion is: There are so many ways to start your own home business and  make millions. I still believe that no one has become rich or millionaire from their job, but by starting and having your own business will make all your dreams come true. So stay optimistic and alwaysurround yourself with loads of optimistic and determined individuals. If you have question about this small  business idea, then feel free to contact us. Thank you, I hope you find this article helpful, please don't forget to share this article on your favorite social networking sites. (We would truly appreciate the effort. 

Ang Honda Bravo Ko

Ang Honda Bravo Ko

by Edgar Garganta on Sunday, July 29, 2012 at 11:51am ·

Outstanding ang performance ng Bravo. Nabili ko Bravo ko last December. Average distnce travel ko ay 2,000 kilometers per month.  Regular ang maintenance ng Bravo ko. Honda motor oil, Havoline motor oil at Castrol motor oil ang ginagamit ko. Sa ngayon, stick to Havoline ako. Pero baka mag shift ako sa elf. Sa regular maintenance na ginawa ko, halos motor oil lang ang pinalitan not until pag dating sa 16,000 kilometer reading na. Nag palit nako ng drive chain (EK brand na heavy duty) at denso iridium spark plug. Medyo mahal lang pero satisfied ako at ayoko ko rin tinitipid ang Bravo ko.

Mula ng pagkabili ko, ang naging problema ng Bravo ko ay busted dim headlight at busted rear park light. Although, gumagana pa ang filament ng bright light at ang brake light, pinalitan ko na pareho. At 4 times ako na flat tyre. Napalitan ko na rin rear tyre ko after 16,000 kms dahil pudpod na. Original Bravo tyre pa rin ang pinalit ko, galing sa Bravo na nagpalit ng dunlop tyres.

Hindi pa ako tinirik ng Bravo ko. Hindi pa rin ako pinalya. Fastest speed na naitakbo ko ay 110kph downhill from Tagaytay. Nagagawa ko na rin ang full throttle for about 1 hour sa Bravo (actually, palagi) at wala syang problema. Walang overheat at walang palya until now.

Medyo alerto lang ako sa hataw kasi parehong drum brake ang preno ng Bravo. OK naman ang rear drum brake kasi malakas din naman kumapit sa kalsada. Narasan ko na rin magmuntikan ng ilang beses. Dalawa lang naman ang pwedeng mangyari sa biglang preno ng stock na Bravo, ang mag fishtail at ang skidding on one side sa biglaang preno. OK naman, stable ang motor, wag lang kabahan ang rider baka mawalan ng control.

Sa Bravo ko, nakakaya kong iwanan ang xrm 110, wave 100, raider j 110. Ilang beses ko silang nakakasabay at kahabulan sa kalsada. Isang beses palang ako naunahan sa dami ko nang encounter, yun ay dahil short distance lang ang tinakbo namin at lumiko na ako. Pero, di ko sinasabi na malakas ang makina ng Bravo, 100cc lang sya. Bravo can only do so much. Ang sekreto dyan ay ang gamay o pagkakabisado ng rider sa motor, skill ng rider sa pagmomotor, experience ng rider at ang lakas ng loob.

Ang hindi OK sa Bravo:

Generally OK ang Bravo. Kakaibang body design nya. Wala kang makitang imitation sa design ng body nya. Pero "beauty is in the eye of the beholder", so kanya-kanyang gusto yan. Ang pinaka malapit nyang kamukha sa Philippine market ay ang raider j.

Meron lang mga ilang parts na sa akin ay hindi masyadong nakaka-appeal sa ibang rider o would-be buyers. Isa-isahin natin.

handle bar - yup, marami talagang turn-off sa manubela ng Bravo. Pero actually, pareho ang handle bar ng Wave at Bravo, except ang sa Bravo ay hubad at tinakpan lang ng plastic cover kumpara sa Wave ay naka cover ang buong cowl ng headlight, signal lights, at gauges. At tulad ng Wave, hindi madali mag modify ng handle bar ang Bravo kasi hindi available ang parts for modification sa market. To modify, kailangan customize mo mismo. Marami na rin ang nagmodify nito sa mga members ng Philippine Bravo Riders Club (PBRC). Pioneer dyan si archer22. Meron din sa Mindanao area PBRC member. It takes ingenuity to modify Bravo's handle bar.

kick start - Walang kick starter ang Bravo kaya time and time again, this has be a topic of debate for pinoy riders. Personally, mas gusto ko ng walang kick starter ang Bravo.Maraming paraan para mag start ang motor kapag drain ang battery. Push start ang pinaka madali. Syempre, ang Hondo Dio hindi pwede sa push start dahil automatic transmission, kaya siguro nilagyan ng kickstart. And besides, masisira lang ang sapatos sa kickstart. Sayang din ang Nike. Isipin mo in economic-wise perspective. Kapag meron kick start, mas mahal mo bibilhin ang motor, di ba? Kung wala naman kickstart at pag dumating ang panahon na mahina na ang battery mo na di kaya ang electric start (siguro after three years), dun mo ngayon maisip na dapat meron kickstart di ba? OK, pero ayaw mong ma abala lagi kaka kick-start para gumana lahat ng electrical components mo kaya bibili ka agad ng battery. So malamang, tatlo o apat na beses mo lang gagamitin ang kickstart, balik ka na naman sa electric starter, di ba? 3 years ulit bago masira ang battery, tapos tatlo o apat na beses mo lang gamitin ang kick-start. E kung ganun, mas maganda pang walang kick-start (lesser engine weight at walang naka usling lever na maaring maka sagabal sa pagmamaneho, na kasama pang linisan at langisan para di kalawangin) dahil pwede naman i-push start ang motor. Sinubukan ko na mag push start, walang kahirap-hirap, maniwala ka.

passenger footpeg - This is the one I hated the most with the Bravo. Ang foot rest sa likod ng Bravo ay naka weld sa swing arm. Functional naman, di ba? Meron mga ibang modelong motor na ganito rin, naka weld sa sweing arm. Ang ayoko dito (sinubukan ko rin umangkas sa Bravo ko) ay kapag nag si-swing ang swing arm, sumasama ang tapakan, meaning akyat-panaog din ang paa ng angkas. Sa humps, mararamdaman mo ang pag galaw ng paa mo kapag pasahero ka. Medyo ok lang yun kasi dahan dahan naman tayo sa humps. Ang problema, kapag long ride na at sa mga lubak lubak. ramdam na ramdam mo ang bugbog mula sa paa hangang hita kapag pasahero ka. E di ba, usually ang inaangkas natin ay ang misis natin. Imagine mo na lang ang discomfort nila sa ganitong apakan. Unlike sa ibang motor, meron sariling footpeg bracket na naka-attached mismo sa batalya kaya di gumagalaw ang apakan.

no gear indicator - Kung baguhan ka mag motor, malaking bagay sayo na makita mo kung saan gear ka na. pero hindi advisable na lagi kang tumingin sa panel mo, delikado po. "Eyes on the road, please". Kapag nasanay ka na magmotor, mapapansin mo na di pala kailangan ang gear indicator. Actually, bihira ang model ng motor na meron gear indicator. Sabi nga ng matatandang rider sakin, tatlong beses ka lang titingin sa panel ng motor: bago ka mag start, pagkahinto sa traffic para malaman mo kung nasa neutral ka at paghinto mo. Un-necessary na yung tingin ka ng tingin.

drum brakes - gaya ng sinabi ko, drum brakes ang harap at likod ng Bravo. Di talaga masyadong kumakapit ang preno sa harap. Pipigain mo nung husto. Di tulad ng naka disc brake (at least sa harap na gulong), konting piga lang kapit agad. Mas meron control sa motor, safer at mas maganda ang handling. Eto ngayon ang problema, walang model ang Bravo na meron disc brake!

steady headlight - this ain't a problem. most sports (big) bikes have this kind of design. Walang problema at walang mali sa ganitong design.

Basically, ang mga ito lang naman ang major differences sa features ng Honda Bravo compared with xrm and wave and other underbones in its class.

53 kilometers per 1 liter of gasoline:

The Honda Bravo can go up to 53 kilometers per 1 liter of gasoline based on experience. Maybe it's because of the body's sleek design and lower engine displacement, along with Honda's reputation for fuel efficiency.

Try to scrutinize it's design:

steady headlight - all sports bike are designed like this. why? for aerodynamics. aerodynamic structure of the bike should remain steady throughout, unlike if any part deviates like the cowl (on those mc that sway along with the handle bar) when turning the steering handle, the wind drag will be deflected to different directions that could affect aerodynamics...meaning great wind drag. High wind drag means slower acceleration, more engine stress, less fuel efficiency.

like I said above, there's nothing wrong with this design. If you're a seasoned rider, you know this. if you can't see my point, try doing this. ride your bike. what's your average speed? 30kph, 40kph, 50 kph, 60kph? let's use 30kph. on a curve road, continue to follow the road at 30kph. how do you steer? do you turn your steering bar? Of course not! you'll be out of control. what you'll do is to firm your hold on the steering handle and slowly drop the bike to its side (left side to left curving road and ride side to right curving road). You'll not be turning the handle bar, whether you are using both models (steady headlight and the one that go with the handle bar). The more faster velosity, the more straight and firm will you hold your steering handle. So there's no much difference on how your lights will project forward. The bigger difference is when you're running at 5kph or less and you are steering at full. What could be the instance of that? when you make a U turn or at heavy turning. But at 5 kph, can't you see what's coming your way? will a 5kph speed cause a fatal crash, much less a serious one?

shroud - shroud is designed to maximize wind capture on a downward force to maximize cooling of engine and steering control of the bike. xrm has similar design but wave doesn't. ang wave meron pallikpek na gustong gusto ng mga bumbay.

front fender - the front fender is designed sleek and less tyre-fender clearance for aerodynamics. xrm and wave are designed with bigger front fenders and mounted higher compared with the Bravo. so both types create more wind drag than that of the Bravo's.

net weight - the Bravo has relatively lesser net weight compared with xrm and wave series. Wala kasing kickstarter, passenger footpeg brackets, etc. Less weight means less stressful for the engine...meaning, maximum engine capability.

Riding the Road to Life

Riding the Road to Life

Starting my motorcycle going to work, I asked children playing in my front What they want to be when they grow up. They gave me instant positive answers. They thought they will always get what they wanted ( a good altitude). How I wish I would be child for the whole of my life. But growing up and growing old happened. Maturity comes naturally. But, I found out the world is not pleasant as I was thought.

Ten years ago I came in Manila carrying nothing but loaded with wonders and hope that I would find my fortune. I was excited I finally able to run from home and very frolic about it. Same thing happened to other young people too. Living in the grassy island and seaside of Masbate, I had always thought of my self as islander kind of people and couldn’t imagine myself being in touched with fast and busy city life.

Manila is not desirable to me. It’s noisy, crowded and carbon filled place, different from my island I loved. Arriving, I was amassed seeing from the instance of my bus door different heights and glittering city lights. I was just immediately fall impressed with what I found a city of my dream. I was here and I call myself manila boy, an easy recruit. I don’t expect my conversion it just happens.

Living miles away from family and friends is not easy. Yes these are a pathetic words, I know you know it already but, I tell you, knowing something is definitely not the same as experiencing it. I learned the hard, twisted, muddy and flooded ways. I have lost in the big city and learned where to find out. A mistake big or small is not embarrassing. It gives you a hint not to repeat again. I warn you, if you think that you have all figured it out, and then think again, because chances are you will lose just like I was before.

Fast track to last few months. I found myself lessemployed, employed but having an undesirable working environment and almost broke.  I tried to read the entire self help- book but it does not help me much, I learned the hard way. Again, whoever blinded me with the idea that I was different and hard to get? Those are the days where the hardest of my life here. More than once I was tempted to resign and longed to face the uncertainties, confusion, disillusion, and all the sad, dirty facts of life. But, a million times over, I decided against it.

Slowingly, I was thinking of my pride. What would happen if my friends and family ask me if I returned home empty handed. Nevertheless, I was a lowest mammal when I came here what they expect of me. My profile is not fit for that telenovela-ish damsel in distress, but if anybody tried at directing a soap opera such as my life, I would complain it. If it wasn’t for my ridiculous but luckily well-timed vanity, I would have thrown the towel of surrender. I thought myself as survivor in this city jungle full of torn and dikes. To the very least, I am thankful that I have life.

Fast forward to this very night, I have come to retrospect my life. Many things and events added up to lead me to this crossroads. If you apply for a job in the Government Agency it is prevalent that you should have “Know-who” not “Know-how”. But now I am the one who see the consequence. It paralyzes the functions of the office. A paradigm shift is recommended. But I will not recommend it to them I will apply it to myself. On this night, I tried to shift myself of asking “where-to” but instead I asked “How-to”. Put all the ingredience under one pot to cook Tinula and regret the taste. I think things would be easy if we know how and also what.

Breaking the fast, I have come to sort my past, now I see my life as a rider. Books and the things that I learned in school and in my work were my training wheels. They got me started, but eventually I had shed them and do the balancing and maneuvering on my own.

But  the ride doesn’t end there. Learning how to ride is an easy part; choosing the right path to my desired destination is really what matter most. Chose the path that you really like most. If you ask me what path I really like, that path was the one that carve out for me. What is it? SECRET.

It is studied that life is not a consequence, you design your life. You ride yourself for your destination. The roadblocks and detours under my way is one heck of my ride. I won’t sell my soul for anything else on this world.

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