DOTr Press Statement on the Proposal to Develop Sangley Airport

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DOTr PRESS STATEMENT

13 August 2018

On the proposal to develop Sangley Airport

This pertains to some news reports stating that the Department of Transportation (DOTr) is rejecting the proposal of the Cavite LGU to develop the Sangley Airport.

First, the DOTr would like to clarify that it does not have any objection on the proposal of the Provincial Government of Cavite (PGC) to develop the Sangley Airport. 

The Memorandum dated 15 June 2018, which was cited in several news reports, merely involved a legal review of the proposed Memorandum of Agreement ( MOA) between the DOTr, Civil Aviation Authority of the Phils. (CAAP) and the PGC. 

The Memorandum was not a review on the feasibility or legality of the proposed Sangley Point International Airport (SPIA) Project.

Thus, the recommendations were essentially to refine the provisions of the MOA, such as defining the description or scope of the project, identifying the source of funds or financing scheme, and even demonstrating the technical capability of PGC. Nowhere did it say that the SPIA Project was illegal or unsuitable.

In sum, the Memorandum did not decide on the SPIA Project itself, but rather on the documentation that would have paved the way for possible collaboration between the agencies concerned. The SPIA Project vis-a-vis the project documentation are clearly distinct, separate and independent from each other.

Lastly, the DOTr would like to stress that the approval process of the Cavite LGU proposal will be defined once the legal basis/framework for its implementation is determined. 

Should the Cavite LGU decide to implement the project under Republic Act (RA) No. 6957 as amended by RA 7718, otherwise known as the BOT Law, and its Implementing Rules and Regulations (IRR), it will have to secure the approval from the NEDA Investments Coordination Committee (ICC) and, subsequently, from the NEDA Board as required by law. Thus, as the implementing agency for the project, the Cavite LGU needs to submit to the NEDA ICC the requisite documents for review/processing. On the other hand, should the Cavite LGU decide to implement the project under the Local Government Code, they have to comply likewise with its requirements.

Your ‘Monster Vacation’ Awaits in Araneta Center

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In a global partnership that is only available here in Araneta Center, Novotel Manila Araneta Centre, in collaboration with Sony Pictures Entertainment, Inc., is offering fans of the movie the chance to stay Superior themed-rooms branded with the “Hotel Transylvania 3: A Monster Vacation” from now until October 31, 2018.

Whether you are gearing up for a planned break or only have enough time for a quick staycation, you can have your own version of a ‘Monster Vacation’ with activities you and your kids will surely enjoy here at the Araneta Center. “Hotel Transylvania 3: A Monster Vacation” opens nationwide on Aug. 22, and this is the perfect time to take  your kids to the Gateway Cineplex or Ali Mall Cineplex to see Drac and his crew try and enjoy a wacky cruise. But what can you do after the movie? In a global partnership that is only available here in Araneta Center, Novotel Manila Araneta Centre, in collaboration with Sony Pictures Entertainment, Inc., is offering fans of the movie the chance to stay Superior themed-rooms branded with the “Hotel Transylvania 3: A Monster Vacation” from now until October 31, 2018. For a special family offer of only Php 6,500 nett, a family of four composed of two adults and two kids ages 15 and below can enjoy a monsterrific staycation in a customized “Hotel Transylvania 3” themed-room complete with specially designed headboard, pillow and towel sleeves, glass stickers and door knob hangers.  Plus, all four will each receive a Gateway Cinema movie ticket and complimentary buffet breakfast at Food Exchange Manila. Your kids will surely love the “Hotel Transylvania 3” welcome gifts that they will receive upon arrival, and the HT3-inspired menus and mocktails that you can order for them at the GourmetBar by Novotel or at the 6th Pool Bar and Lounge. The menu features items like Mavis’ Scream Cheese Pizza made with fresh tomatoes, basil and cheese, and Dracula’s Favorite – a concoction of guava, lychee, and cranberry juice with strawberry syrup. A monster-sized “Hotel Transylvania 3” Sunday brunch is also available at the Food Exchange Manila for a limited time offer of Php 1,200 nett featuring monstrous delights from six interactive stations. The experience continues online. If you believe that your family deserves a Monsterrific Staycation at Novotel Manila Araneta Center, just tweet the reason why @NovotelManilaAC and use the hashtags #NovotelFamily and #HotelT3 #HT3atNovotelManila. You might just enjoy the special monsterrific family staycation offer for free! For more exciting activities around the Center, visit www.aranetacenter.net, or follow our social media accounts: @aranetacenter on Facebook and Twiiter, and @thearanetacenter on Instagram. For Gateway and Ali Mall Cineplex movie screening schedules, visit www.gatewaycineplex10.com. For promos, fan activities, and movie merch giveaways, follow @gatewaycineplex on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. For Novotel Manila Araneta Center inquiries and reservations, you may call (02) 990-7888 or email H7090@accor.com. You may also visit www.novotelmanilaaranetacenter.com.

Khalid American Teen Tour Live in Manila

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Midas Promotions is extremely excited to announce that Khalid will be bringing his American TeenTour to the Philippines! The breakout R&B and pop-soul star will perform at the SMART Araneta Coliseum at 8PM where doors will open at 6PM. The one of a kind performance that fans have been waiting for since ‘Location’ came out in 2016 will be sponsored by SMART.

Tickets will be available across all TicketNet channels at 10AM, Wednesday, August 15th.
The ticket price ranges are as follows (excluding ticket charges):

GA Standing: P5,100
VIP Seated: P5,100
Patron Seated: P4,100
Lower Box: P2,200

Hailing from El Paso, Texas, Khalid has been making waves in the industry since the release of his infectious single ‘Location’ in 2016. Two years on, the 20 year old singer and songwriter is garnering praise from every corner of the world for his debut album ‘American Teen’. Khalid has received numerous awards including five Grammy nominations, MTV Music Awards’ Best New Artist and Billboard Music Awards’ Top New Artist.

With his coming-of-age tales of growing up in American high-schools, his soul-driven 21st century pop anthems like ‘Young, Dumb & Broke’, which peaked at #2 on the Philippines Spotify charts and ‘Love Lies’ transcend generations and are timeless in their own way.

Khalid has featured on tracks with some of the biggest names in music, including Calvin Harris, Normani of Fifth Harmony, Marshmello, Shawn Mendes and most recently Marin Garrix on his latest single ‘Ocean’.

Having embarked on an expansive world tour and making stops at major festivals like Coachella, Splendour in the Grass and Lollapalooza, Khalid is set to explode onto the Asian stage with his first headline tour of the region.

For more information please contact us at:
pr@midaspromotions.com or daniel@midaspromotions.com