Lawyer Nicholas Kaufman has expressed gratitude to former president Rodrigo Duterte and his supporters as his request to withdraw as lead counsel before the International Criminal Court (ICC) awaits approval. In a message sent to reporters, Kaufman described representing Duterte as a...
LAPU-LAPU CITY, Cebu — Leaders of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) have adopted a declaration strengthening maritime cooperation and reaffirming commitment to the peaceful resolution of disputes in regional waters in accordance with international law. The ASEAN Leaders’...
LAPU-LAPU CITY, Cebu — Leaders of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) recognized the growing role of artificial intelligence (AI) and digital technologies in strengthening the region’s energy security, food systems, and social protection programs, President Marcos said. Speaking...
LAPU-LAPU CITY, Cebu — President Marcos and Lao Prime Minister Sonexay Siphandone discussed strengthening cooperation on transnational crime, trade, and regional concerns during a bilateral meeting on the sidelines of the 48th Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) Summit and Related...
LAPU-LAPU CITY, Cebu — The leaders of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) are exploring the creation of a regional fuel reserve system to strengthen energy security and cushion member-states from future supply disruptions caused by wars and geopolitical tensions, President Marcos...
LAPU-LAPU CITY, Cebu — Former president Rodrigo Duterte’s lead counsel at the International Criminal Court (ICC), Nicholas Kaufman, has formally requested permission to withdraw from the former leader’s legal team as the case moves closer to trial. In a filing dated May 8, Kaufman said his...
LAPU-LAPU CITY, Cebu — President Marcos said the 48th Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) Summit here became a test of the region’s unity and resilience as member-states confronted mounting geopolitical and economic uncertainties brought about by the ongoing Middle East crisis....
LAPU-LAPU CITY, Cebu — “Peace—now.” This was the straightforward message of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) leaders to parties involved in the escalating Middle East conflict, according to President Marcos. Speaking during a press conference on the sidelines of the 48th...
LAPU-LAPU CITY, Cebu — President Marcos acknowledged growing frustration among Southeast Asian leaders over the lack of progress in resolving the crisis in Myanmar, describing the issue as a “thorny problem” with no clear solution yet. Speaking to reporters on the sidelines of the 48th...
LAPU-LAPU CITY, Cebu — President Marcos has pushed for the establishment of an ASEAN Maritime Center in the Philippines, saying growing uncertainty in the South China Sea has made regional coordination and maritime cooperation more urgent. Speaking at a press conference on the sidelines of the...
LAPU-LAPU CITY, Cebu — Timor-Leste Prime Minister Xanana Gusmão once again won over journalists covering the 48th Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) Summit here after handing out candies to members of the media while avoiding questions on the sidelines of the regional gathering....
LAPU-LAPU CITY, Cebu — President Marcos has warned Southeast Asian leaders that no country can shield itself from the ripple effects of global conflicts, saying crises beyond the region are now directly affecting the daily lives of the people in the region. Speaking at the Retreat Session of the...
