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A delegation of Korean investors meets with Henry S. Oaminal to explore tourism and agriculture investment opportunities in Misamis Occidental. Their visit challenges misconceptions about the province and highlights growing international interest in its potential for sustainable development and economic growth.

Korean investors challenge misconceptions, explore tourism and agriculture opportunities in Misamis Occidental

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MISAMIS OCCIDENTAL — Despite long-held misconceptions about Mindanao, the province is emerging as a secure and promising destination for foreign investment, as Korean investors explored tourism spots and agricultural products during the three-day tour. Provincial and local government officials, together with members of the business sector, held an open forum with the Korean delegation led by

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Officials and personnel of the Provincial Government of Misamis Occidental gather during the completion of the Pamaskong Handog 2025 distribution, marking the successful delivery of Christmas assistance packages to communities across the province. The initiative reflects the provincial government's commitment to spreading hope and support to Misamisnons during the holiday season.

Provincial Government completes Pamaskong Handog 2025 distribution across MisOcc

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Oroquieta City, Misamis Occidental —- The Provincial Government of Misamis Occidental has successfully completed the distribution of its Pamaskong Handog 2025, a province-wide Christmas assistance program that reached thousands of Misamisnon families across the 1st and 2nd Districts. More than 172,000 food packs were distributed to families in all cities and municipalities of the province,

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Henry S. Oaminal is photographed during the Economy and Development Council Regional Development Committee–Mindanao Area Committee (RDCOM–MAC) Conference, where he was elected as Chair. The historic conference brought together leaders from across Mindanao to strengthen regional cooperation and advance sustainable and inclusive development initiatives throughout the island.

Gov. Henry S. Oaminal Elected RDCOM–MAC Chair in Historic Mindanao Conference

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DAVAO CITY — The Regional Development Committee–Mindanao Area Committee (RDCOM–MAC) held its 41st Conference and Reorganization in Davao City, marking a significant milestone in Mindanao’s interregional development leadership with the election of new officers. Regional Development Council leaders from across Mindanao convened at the Park Inn by Radisson to discuss organizational matters and priority development

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Henry S. Oaminal poses for a photo during the meeting of the Economy and Development Council Regional Development Committee – Mindanao Area Committee at Park Inn by Radisson Davao. The event highlighted the MisOcc ASENSO Framework as a model for regional and Mindanao-wide development, showcasing collaborative efforts toward sustainable growth and inclusive governance across the region.

MisOcc ASENSO framework shapes regional and Mindanao-wide development agenda

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Misamis Occidental — The Asenso Misamis Occidental development framework, anchored on the principle “Misamisnon Magpuyong Malinawon, Malambuon, ug Malipayon,” continues to influence development planning beyond the provincial level, now informing regional and Mindanao-wide priorities. First introduced by Governor Henry S. Oaminal, the Asenso Misamis Occidental agenda serves as a comprehensive provincial development framework aimed at positioning the

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A photo at the AGG featuring Henry S. Oaminal with a delegation of Korean investors during their visit to Misamis Occidental. Despite travel advisories, the investors explored potential business and investment opportunities in the province, highlighting confidence in its growth and development potential.

Korean Investors Undeterred by Travel Advisories, Explore Opportunities in Misamis Occidental

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MISAMIS OCCIDENTAL — Governor Henry S. Oaminal said the recent three-day exploratory visit of Korean investors reflects growing confidence in Misamis Occidental despite existing foreign travel advisories affecting Mindanao. The governor acknowledged that some foreign governments, including the Republic of Korea, have issued “red advisories” discouraging travel to Northern Mindanao, but stressed that these are

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Participants and organizers gather at the 2026 BOSS Ironman Checkpoint at the AGG, featuring a prominently displayed event tarpaulin. The checkpoint serves as a designated stop for riders during the endurance event, highlighting support and coordination for the 2026 BOSS Ironman.

MisOcc Showcases Warm Hospitality at 2026 BOSS Ironman Checkpoint

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OROQUIETA CITY, MISAMIS OCCIDENTAL — Around 1,000 motorcycle riders from the BMW Owners’ Society of Saferiders, Incorporated (BOSS) felt the Misamisnon Hospitality on Day 2 of the 2026 BOSS Ironman Mindanao Cup, marking the first time the endurance ride included the province as an official checkpoint. The 2026 BOSS Ironman Mindanao Cup converged at the

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A group photo during the First ASENSO Agriculture Summit in Misamis Occidental, featuring Henry S. Oaminal together with local officials, agricultural stakeholders, and participants. The summit aims to align and strengthen the province's 2026 agricultural programs and initiatives for the continued development of the farming sector.

Misamis Occidental holds first ASENSO Agriculture Summit to align 2026 farm programs

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OROQUIETA CITY, Misamis Occidental — The Provincial Government of Misamis Occidental convened its stakeholders for the first-ever ASENSO Agriculture Summit 2026, aimed at aligning programs and priorities to strengthen support for farmers and fisherfolk. Held from February 4 to 5 at the Asenso Misamis Occidental Sports and Cultural Center, the two-day summit gathered agriculture agencies,

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Misamis Occidental extends relief assistance to Iligan City amid Tropical Storm Basyang

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OROQUIETA CITY, Misamis Occidental — The Provincial Government of Misamis Occidental swiftly extended humanitarian assistance to affected communities in Iligan City following heavy rains and flooding caused by Tropical Storm Basyang on February 6. The severe weather prompted several families in Iligan City to evacuate as floodwaters affected low-lying areas, creating an urgent need for

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Misamis Occidental Vice Governor Rowena Gutierrez, Board Member Donna Iyog, Provincial Tourism Officer Lorellai Yee, and Board Member Henjie Estano attend the partnership launch of Miss Universe Philippines 2026.

Misamis Occidental named official partner province of Miss Universe Philippines 2026

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MANILA — Misamis Occidental has been named an official partner local government unit (LGU) of Miss Universe Philippines 2026 (MUPH 2026), positioning the province as a host of key preliminary activities of the national pageant. The partnership was formally announced on February 16 during the press presentation of the pageant’s 51 candidates held at City

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MISAMISNON STUDENT OVERCOME POVERTY THROUGH OFOP

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Plaridel, Misamis Occidental — What might seem like just another government program comes alive in the lives of young people like Ariel John Elic, a 23-year-old Political Science student at Jose Rizal Memorial State University (JRMSU) Dapitan Main Campus. As one of 3,200 scholars under the ASENSO Administration’s One Family, One Professional (OFOP) Program, Elic

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