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PH to advance UN ocean commitments through law and action
Senator Loren B. Legarda has pledged to secure the Senate’s ratification of the landmark Biodiversity Beyond National Jurisdiction (BBNJ) Agreement and to push for...
BRP Antonio Luna joins ASEAN navies events in Penang, Malaysia
The BRP Antonio Luna (FF-151), a guided-missile frigate and one of the Philippine Navy’s most advanced warships, participated in the ASEAN Navies’ City Parade...
Balikatan 2026, maritime patrols, & over 500 drills set in PH-US 8-Star pact
The Philippines and the United States have agreed to hold more than 500 joint military activities in 2026, including the annual Balikatan exercises, as...
Japan-PH defense pact to take effect in September amid rising regional tensions
The Philippines and Japan have completed the final step for their landmark Reciprocal Access Agreement (RAA) to enter into force, a move seen as...
PBBM reports $446-M investments in 18 business agreements from India visit
President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. on Friday reported the successful outcome of his August 4 to 8 State Visit to India, describing a new...
Solar, wind, and hydro projects to power Aurora’s business future
The Aurora Pacific Economic Zone and Freeport Authority (APECO) has pledged full support for President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr.’s call for accessible, reliable, and...
Marcos eyes closer PH-India ties in 5-day state visit
As India continues to surge ahead with its massive population and rapid economic growth, President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. embarks on a historic five-day...
‘Invest in the Filipino’: ECCP urges deeper EU-PH trade
The European Chamber of Commerce of the Philippines (ECCP) welcomed President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr.’s fourth State of the Nation Address (SONA), saying his...
UK’s growing defense budget signals stronger Indo-Pacific stand, says envoy
By Monsi A. Serrano The United Kingdom’s landmark decision to raise its defense spending to 5% of GDP by 2035—its largest military investment since the...
PBBM meets with US top defense, diplomacy execs ahead of Trump meet
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. on Monday (Washington DC time) affirmed the enduring strength and expanding breadth of the US-Philippine alliance, calling the visit of...