You Like To Study in Germany?

Then you should not miss the orientation on German Scholarship and Grant Opportunities at the Social Hall of the University of Southeastern Philippines, Obrero, Davao City on July 25, 2011.

At 9 am Mrs. Natalie Lange, from the DAAD Philippines head office will speak about "The German Academic Exchange Service, the study and research in Germany and the DAAD Scholarship Program".

At 10 am, my friend Mr. Helmut Frielinghaus, from the Goethe Institute Philippines, Manila will speak about "Language Courses and Certificates as well as Teacher Trainings and Cultural Programs".

At 11 am, Roberto Alabadao III, City Planning Officer of Davao City is going to testify about his practical experience as a DAAD Alumnus regarding study and research in Germany.

By the way: I have been suggested and appointed being the Davao/Mindanao DAAD consultant with office in DOST, Bajada, Davao City. More details will follow soon - and, you can contact me any time now already. 

PLDT (Philippine Long Distance Telephone) Best Philippine Managed Company

No wonder. Every time I got a problem with my telephone line or internet connection, all problems have been solved within minutes. 

Don't get me wrong, this is not a promotion post for the PLDT, the Philippine Long Distance Telephone... .

Fact is, PLDT has been named the best managed company in the Philippines, not according to me, but according to the annual poll of Asia's top companies by FinanceAsia, aleading financial publication in Asia.

PLDT led in four out of five categories covering large market capitalization companies based on the results of tallied votes from more then 300 investors and analysts across the region. FinanceAsia announced the winners of its 11th annual poll last week.

PLDT maintained its lead as Most committed to a Strong Dividend Policy for the thrid consecutive year. PLDT also climbed to the top of the list of Philippine companies in the Best Corporate Governance category after placing third in 2010.

PLDT was also recognized as one of the top companies in the Best Corporate Social Responsibility Category.