98th SENATE ANNIVERSARY: Senate Secretary Oscar G. Yabes (right) presents a certificate of appreciation to Senator Francis Joseph "Chiz" G. Escudero (2nd from right) during Monday's flag raising ceremony as the Senate celebrates its 98th anniversary. In his message, Escudero, who was the guest speaker, said the Senate employees play a vital role in maintaining the dignity and integrity of the institution. Also in the photo are External Affairs and Relations Deputy Secretary Peter Paul Pineda (left) and Legislation Deputy Secretary Edwin Bellen (2nd from left) (PRIB Photo by Joseph Vidal/ 27 October 2014)