PH, Thailand Unveiled Joint Commemorative Stamps to Mark 70th Anniversary of Diplomatic Ties

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The Philippine Postal Corporation (PHLPost) and Thailand has unveiled special postage stamp designs featuring their countries’ national animals, the Philippine’s Carabao and the revered Thai Elephant to celebrate the 70th anniversary of friendship and close diplomatic ties.



His Excellency Vasin Ruangprateepsaeng, Ambassador of the Royal Kingdom of Thailand to the Philippines, Undersecretary Enrique Manalo, Department of Foreign Affairs and PHLPost Assistant Postmaster General Luis D. Carlos led the formal launching ceremonies held at Department of Foreign Affairs, Pasay City yesterday, June 14, 2019.



The carabao and the elephant were selected not only for their status as the national animals of the Philippines and Thailand, but also for the values they emulate. The sacred “Elephant” symbolizes Thailand’s glorious history and culture, and our humble

“Carabao” stands for the strength and perseverance of the people of the Philippines.



Both famous animals featured in stamps are symbols of strong friendship of both countries which was formally established on June 14, 1949.



Philippines-Thailand relationships have progressed across various areas including economics, commerce, security and cultural matters. Thailand is one of the Philippines’ major trading partners.



The two countries are founding members of the Association of South East Asian Nations (ASEAN) which was established in Bangkok, Thailand in 1967.



The stamps and souvenir first day cover envelope of the 70th Anniversary of the Philippines-Thailand Diplomatic Relations postage stamps are now available at the Philatelic Counter, Manila Central Post Office in Liwasang Bonifacio.

PLDT Joins Pro-Poor Digital Alliance

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On its 11th year of partnership, PLDT and Go Negosyo will now work on building a nation of digital entrepreneurs who will have access to a wider market through stronger connectivity as PLDT joins the Angat Lahat sa Digital Alliance, an initiative of Go Negosyo together with different digital platforms which will help promote digitalization of micro and small entrepreneurs.


Last June 10, 2019, Go Negosyo reinforces its long-time partnership with PLDT, one of the staunch supporters in the entrepreneurship advocacy. Since 2008, PLDT and Go Negosyo have been providing mentorship, entrepreneurship programs, and business solutions for micro, small, and medium entrepreneurs.


Presidential Adviser for Entrepreneurship and Go Negosyo Founder Joey Concepcion shares, “Go Negosyo is fortunate to have PLDT as one of our greatest supporters in the entrepreneurship advocacy. Ever since our early years, we have partnered with PLDT in providing our micro and small entrepreneurs mentorship, and now in this digital age, PLDT equips our MSMEs with better connectivity and business solutions that will enable them to reach wider market. We encourage all MSMEs to maximize digitalization which democratizes the ecosystem for all products and services, making it more inclusive for everyone.”

PLDT Chairman and CEO Manny Pangilinan also express support to the alliance and this partnership that will create a more inclusive digital environment for micro and small entrepreneurs.

Also during the same engagement, Concepcion and Pangilinan met with the members of the Angat Lahat sa Digital Alliance and business organizations. This opened up a discussion on how to empower more entrepreneurs in the digital space. PLDT ensures to support initiatives of Go Negosyo in helping MSMEs adapt to the transformation in the digital space.

This meeting is part of a series of meetings of the digital alliance in order to create programs for MSMEs.

The Complete Guide To Purchasing Rental Car Insurance

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Car rental agency is also known as car hire or hire car agency. They are agencies that allow individuals or corporate bodies to rent automobiles for a short while, usually a few hours, days or even weeks. Basically, they render assistance to people that do not have a vehicle, or for whatever reason have a need for a car to carry out an assignment. 

Car insurance, on the other hand, is a platform that offers financial protection on the event bodily injuries or physical damages caused by a traffic accident, alongside other financial responsibilities that may result from such collision. Sponsored post.

In a case where you do not have your own personal auto insurance policy, you may need to opt or apply for rental car insurance. When dealing with a car rental insurance process there is a need for you to carry out proper research to avoid car hire excess insurance. Rental insurance claim covers events like:

Bodily injury

Smoke damage

Fire and lighting

Explosion

Theft

Damage caused by electrical appliances

Weight from falling objects

Damage caused by other vehicles

Wild windstorm damage etc.

A number of insurance policies have a reasonable level of liability coverage; therefore you tend to get a level of refunds in an event of getting sued for damages on the vehicle or bodily injury. They also make payments for the benefactor on legal expenses as well as a court judgment, to the extent to which the insurance policy covers.

Events That Are Not Covered By Rental Insurance Policies

It is very vital that you know that your rental insurance policy may not cover you on a number of events. Some of such uncommon events are an earthquake, flooding, tornadoes, hurricane, and other natural disasters that are quite unavoidable.

Why Do You Need Rental Car Insurance?

Rental car insurance can be a little bit costly. However, not having it can be more costly. Here are some reasons why you may need rental car insurance:

Most states compulsorily require that you have a car insurance policy, whether rental or not.

If you, unfortunately, get involved in a car accident, it could totally distort all of your current financial standings.

The rental agency will also want you to have an insurance policy to cover some level of risk on contingency.

Major Coverage Area of a Car Rental Insurance Policy

There are usually four major types of insurance coverage available when a car is being rented:

Loss damage waiver (LDW): this is also popularly known as collision damage waiver (CDW), which covers the beneficiary from damages that occurs during the period of renting the car. If you are to use your own personal policy, it might not cover up to the full value of the vehicle you have rented. Therefore you may need a loss-damage waiver to remain secured. LDW/CDW covers you a whole lot if your rented car gets stolen, crushed or damaged.

Supplemental liability insurance (SLI): this aspect of the rental insurance policy covers damage on other vehicles, properties, and medical bills while driving a rental car. This can be evaded if your umbrella policy is intact and is not lesser than the rental coverage limit.

Personal accident insurance: PAI makes provision for coverage on medical expenses for you and everyone in the car when there is an accident.

Personal effects coverage (PEC): this is an internal provision that is made to cover items that are stolen or damaged from the rental car. Even when you have active auto insurance, it will not cover for items that are inside the car. Therefore you need an extra rental insurance policy to cover for such incidence.

Things to Consider Before Purchasing Car Rental Insurance

The process of purchasing rental car insurance to protect your rental car might be very tedious and confusing, so you do not what to make silly mistakes. Here are some things to check for while booking for your next exquisite road trip.

Be sure of everything that your rental car insurance covers you for, know the things that are excluded. The major things that are usually excluded from the rental car insurance are damage to wheels, engine, roof, tyre, mirrors, and windows.

Ensure to use a separate standard insurance agency to evade car hire excess insurance. 

Certify whether there is Roadside assistance in your policy.

Be ready for a credit card deposit.

Take the company’s contact in case of an emergency.

Check for the authenticity of the insurance company. You may also check CarJunkYardsNearMe.com for your non-working cars needs.