Regional news for Filipinos abroad via GMA News TV Int’l

MANILA, Philippines - Filipinos abroad now have the access not only to national newscasts but also news programs from the different regions as GMA News TV International strengthens its commitment in bringing the most credible and most comprehensive news from home.

Complementing the channel’s flagship newscast State of the Nation with Jessica Soho, Balitang Amianan of GMA North Central Luzon, Balitang Bisdak of GMA Central Visayas, and Testigo of GMA Southern Mindanao are now part of GMA News TV International’s line-up of programs.

According to GMA VP and head of international operations Joseph Francia, these programs are meant “to provide Filipinos overseas, specifically those who come from the provinces, a stronger and deeper connection with what’s happening back home.”

News from Northern Luzon will be broadcast straight from Dagupan via Balitang Amianan. The program is anchored by CJ Torida, who is backed by the program’s pool of correspondents.

Meanwhile, Cebuanos living outside the Philippines may now watch the latest local news from the Visayas Region via Balitang Bisdak. Anchored by popular tri-media personality Bobby “Super Bob” Nalzaro and co-anchored by women/children’s right and media advocate-lawyer Rose Versoza, Balitang Bisdak covers both national and local issues relevant not only to Cebuanos, but also to neighboring provinces such as Bohol and some parts of Negros Oriental and Eastern Visayas.

Meanwhile, Testigo brings to worldwide viewers the freshest news from Davao City and other key areas in Southern Mindanao. Anchored by former national correspondent Tek Ocampo together with hard-hitting commentator Jun Digamon, the program aims to empower its audience by delivering relevant information on social issues and human interest stories.

Balitang Amianan, Balitang Bisdak and Testigo are  available via GMA News TV International in Malaysia, Singapore, Japan, Guam, Australia, New Zealand, Saudi Arabia, UAE and Canada.