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PH military, maritime leaders slam coercion, status quo shifts in WPS
National security leaders and maritime experts on Tuesday (March 24) said they were committed to “principled restraint, coupled with resolve” in countering increasing Chinese...
ALPLA opens Calamba plant, bets on PH growth
Global packaging leader ALPLA Group has officially opened its first base plant in the Philippines, marking a significant investment that underscores growing confidence in...
PH positions self as bridge-builder in UN Security Council bid
The Philippines’ bid for a non-permanent seat at the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) would serve not only national interests but also the broader...
Envoy affirms Japan’s pledge to PH and regional security
By Monsi A. Serrano Japan is stepping up its security and economic support for the Philippines, pledging closer maritime cooperation, infrastructure assistance, and defense collaboration...
UK, PH strengthen climate and nature Partnership
The United Kingdom and the Philippines deepened their climate and environmental cooperation at the 6th UK–Philippines Climate Change and Environment (CCE) Dialogue, with both...
PH Exporters Assess Impact of New US Tariff
Philippine exporters are grappling with renewed uncertainty following the implementation of a fresh round of United States tariffs, with industry leaders warning that shifting...
Queer Arts Summit in QC focuses on ASEAN human rights engagement
As the Philippines assumes the 2026 chairmanship of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations, more than 70 LGBTQIA+ artists, activists, and cultural workers from...
At 50, ASEAN peace pact expands from 5 to 58
ASEAN foreign ministers on Monday commemorated the 50th anniversary of the Treaty of Amity and Cooperation in Southeast Asia (TAC), highlighting the pact’s role...
PH exporters appeal for stronger gov’t support for 2026 growth
Philippine exporters are bullish about growth prospects in 2026 following a record-breaking 2025 performance, while calling on the government to enhance support for the...
UK launches TradeTech Lookbook in Manila for trillion-dollar ASEAN
The United Kingdom has launched the ASEAN-UK TradeTech Lookbook in Manila, positioning it as a practical guide to help governments and businesses across Southeast...