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Taiwan hails PH arrest of fake passport holder
Taiwan has commended Philippine law enforcement authorities for the arrest of a Chinese national who attempted to conceal his identity by using a forged...
FIRING LINE | Spy season
By ROBERT B. ROQUE JR. Gong Xi Fa Cai! Welcome to the Chinese New Year of the (Trojan?) Horse! More often do I see journos visiting...
Sweden backs PH bus standards study to improve daily commutes
A study grant from the Swedish government is set to support efforts to improve the Philippines’ public transport system, particularly the country’s bus network,...
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...
LEAKIPEDIA | Which undiplomatic diplomat ruffled journos’ feathers?
At a recent business forum hosted by an embassy, business journalists were invited to cover what was billed as an energetic exchange of ideas. On...
Aboitiz, Sumitomo, J-Power take charge of 797-MW CBK hydro plant
The Caliraya-Botocan-Kalayaan (CBK) Pumped-Hydro Power Plant—one of the largest and most critical facilities supporting the Luzon grid—has entered a new chapter following its ceremonial...
New PH-Canada defense deal sets stage for trade, energy, etc.
The Philippines and Canada are stepping up both security and economic cooperation, highlighted by the signing of a Status of Visiting Forces Agreement (SOVFA)...
LEAKIPEDIA | ‘Partners in crime’ slip through embassy guest list
An embassy-hosted investment forum is usually a carefully curated affair — high-profile, well-attended, and covered by a select group of journalists. Which is why...
Dutch trade mission eyes new partnerships in semiconductors
Netherlands’ Minister of Trade and Development Aukje de Vries held high-level talks with Philippine officials and business leaders during her two-day visit to Manila,...
Dutch trade minister secures 5 agreements in 2-day visit
Five agreements between Dutch and Filipino government agencies, businesses, and academic institutions were signed during the two-day visit of Netherlands’ Minister of Trade and...