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Japan strengthens maritime ties with PH, donates generators
The government of Japan continues to deepen its strategic partnership with the Philippines through initiatives that strengthen maritime security and operational capability, underscoring cooperation that extends well beyond...
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...
Japan backs free, open Indo-Pacific at maritime forum
ENDO Kazuya reaffirmed Japan’s strong commitment to advancing a Free and Open Indo-Pacific (FOIP) and strengthening maritime cooperation with regional partners during a high-level...
PH-Japan 70-year ties a ‘lasting heritage of harmony’
By Marinel E. Peroy “With 70 years of friendship behind us, let us make our tapestry of friendship a lasting heritage of harmony. What future...
Japan expands aid in Bicol, as envoy meets Robredo, local leaders
Japan’s Ambassador to the Philippines Kazuya Endo has met with former Vice President and now Naga City Mayor Leni Robredo and other Bicol political...
Team Pinas builds a GenZennial democracy movement ahead of 2028
By Marinel Peroy In a world marked by geopolitical tensions, democratic backsliding, and rising global uncertainty, a new Filipino civic collective is placing its bet...
Global appetite lifts PH ube exports to $3.06M – DTI
The Philippines earned $3.06 million from ube and ube-based product exports in 2025, driven by rising global demand for authentic Asian flavors, natural food...
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...
¥600-M Japan grant powers PH coastal defense
Japan formally handed over five coastal surveillance radar systems worth ¥600 million (around ₱230 million) to the Philippines on February 11, marking a major...
Japan honors ex-DOTr chief Bautista for lifetime of building bridges
Japanese Ambassador Kazuya Endo honored former Transportation Secretary Jaime J. Bautista at a special reception, recognizing his role in shaping modern Philippine transport and...