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EU lawmakers visit PH, see 2026 as key target year for FTA
A high-level delegation from the European Parliament is in the Philippines from February 16 to 18 to strengthen political and economic ties and lend...
Japan’s envoy joins Kyushu U research forum in Manila
Japanese Ambassador ENDO Kazuya attended the Kyushu University Forum: KYUDAI NOW – Manila Edition on February 11 at the Malcolm Theater of the University...
Australia, PH boost maritime partnership for trade, seafarers
Australia and the Philippines are deepening maritime cooperation to support trade growth and strengthen protections for seafarers, as both countries move to streamline certification...
THE DIPLOMAT EATS | Serving sovereignty
By Ige Ramos If diplomacy is the art of allowing someone else to have their way, then Secretary Ma. Theresa "Tess" Lazaro spent four decades...
PH not in crisis, says economist at UK-PH forum
“The Philippines is not in a crisis,” said Alvin Arogo, First Vice President and Economist of Philippine National Bank, setting the tone for the...
Japan’s envoy graces PHILJEC New Year’s Toast
Japanese Ambassador to the Philippines Endo Kazuya attended the Philippines-Japan Economic Committee (PHILJEC) New Year’s Toast 2026 on January 16, marking the start of...
Baguio artist bags Japan-PH 70th logo prize
The governments of Japan and the Philippines have officially unveiled the commemorative logo for the 2026 Philippines–Japan Friendship Year, which marks the 70th anniversary...
Australia upgrades PH maritime drones
True to its commitment to bolstering the Philippines’ maritime and cybersecurity defenses, Australia has expanded its support with a new round of drone operator...
Taiwan stands firm with PH, sends $500,000 relief aid
By Monsi A. Serrano The Philippines and Taiwan reaffirmed their strong partnership in disaster relief and humanitarian cooperation during a ceremony hosted by the Manila...
U.S. Embassy trains 40 Filipino future teachers in innovative teaching
Three American experts from the U.S. Department of State’s English Language Fellows program trained 40 pre-service teachers from across the Philippines in Project-Based Learning...