The Mines and Geosciences Bureau held the National Annual Accounting and Budgeting Seminar-Workshop on February 3 to 7, 2025 at Eden Nature Park and Resort in Toril, Davao City. The activity aimed to enhance financial officers’ knowledge of updated government financial policies, audit compliance, and budgeting strategies. It brought together financial professionals from the MGB Central Office and Regional Offices. Key discussions covered the following topics: Updated guidelines on communication expense claims for Mines and Geosciences Bureau personnel; Revised policies on official local travel reimbursement; Implementation status of the previous year’s audit recommendations; Compliance audit and action plans for addressing audit observations; and FY 2025 budget implementation strategies. Ms. Gloria D. Mendoza, Chief of Financial and Management Division of MGB Central Office, alongside representatives from the Department of Budget and Management and the Bureau of Internal Revenue, led in-depth discussions on financial statement review, taxation updates, and strategic financial planning. continue reading : MGB holds National Annual Accounting and Budgeting Seminar-Workshop

The Mines and Geosciences Bureau Regional Office No. XIII participated in the celebration of the 126th Founding Anniversary of the Mines and Geosciences Bureau with the theme Embracing Geosciences Solutions for Climate-Smart Mining via virtual platform on November 29, 2024. Spearheaded by the MGB Central Office, the said event celebrated and affirmed the MGB’s rich heritage in mineral resources and geosciences advancements. At the event, the keynote message was delivered by DENR Assistant Secretary for Mining Concerns and concurrent MGB OIC-Director, Engr. Michael V. Cabalda. At the MGB Regional Office No. XIII Training Center, Regional Director Larry M. Heradez, Division Chiefs and MGBEA Region XIII Chapter Officers led the giving of Loyalty Award Plaques to the following employees in recognition of their dedicated government service: 25 years in service Ana Diosell S. Bajao Carl Orven C. Eludo Samuel J. Jamen James R. Jaron Ronnie R. Juarez Evangelino M. Morales, Jr. continue reading : 126th Founding Anniversary of the Mines and Geosciences Bureau: Celebrating a rich heritage in mineral resources and geosciences advancements