President Marcos has described Beijing 's sanctions against Department of National Defense (DND) Secretary Gilberto Teodoro Jr. as "very unhelpful," saying the move only raises tensions and does little to advance discussions aimed at managing disputes in the West Philippine Sea. Speaking to...
Razon-led International Container Terminal Services Inc. (ICTSI) is on track to become the first ₱2 trillion company listed on the Philippine Stock Exchange (PSE), rendering any speculative move to delist and seek an overseas debut unnecessary, according to the bourse’s top official. PSE...
Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) Chief of Staff General Romeo S. Brawner Jr. recognized outstanding soldiers of the Northern Luzon Command (NOLCOM) as he continued his farewell visits ahead of his retirement later this month and the expected transition in the military 's top leadership....
Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas Governor (BSP) Eli Remolona Jr. expects a broader wave of lenders to slash or eliminate fund transfer costs, following aggressive fee waivers by some of the country’s largest banking institutions ahead of a strict weekend regulatory deadline. Speaking at a BSP book...
Philippine National Police (PNP) chief Police General Jose Melencio C. Nartatez Jr. on Friday, July 3, commended all police personnel who secured the three-day protest of the Iglesia ni Cristo (INC), saying the operation showed restraint and professionalism while protecting the public 's right...
Department of National Defense (DND) Secretary Gilberto Teodoro Jr. challenged the complainants who accused him of holding a Maltese passport to prove their allegations, saying he had long addressed the issue before they filed a case against him. Teodoro brushed off the issue and said he would let...
Department of National Defense (DND) Secretary Gilberto Teodoro Jr. on Wednesday, July 1, said the choice of the next Chief of Staff of the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) rests solely with President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. as the retirement of Gen. Romeo Brawner Jr. draws near. Brawner, who was...
Following the successful technical testing of the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas’ (BSP) wholesale central bank digital currency (wCBDC), which demonstrated the feasibility of 24/7 interbank fund transfers, the BSP is planning to formulate a roadmap to further explore and refine the technology’s...
Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) Chief of Staff General Romeo S. Brawner Jr. commended the Southern Luzon Command (SOLCOM) for helping weaken communist insurgents in the region through its “Road to Peace in Southern Luzon” campaign. The Road to Peace in Southern Luzon is SOLCOM 's...
Malacañang said the relationship between the Philippines and China remains in good condition despite the spat between the Chinese Embassy and the Department of National Defense (DND). Palace Press Officer and Communications Undersecretary Claire Castro said there is no conflict between the two...
Nartatez tells chiefs of police: Step up police visibility, support DepEd programs on student welfare Gen. Jose Melencio C. Nartatez, Jr., chief of the Philippine National Police (PNP), ordered all police units to intensify crime prevention programs and other efforts to keep schools safe and...
With the highly anticipated rematch against Floyd Mayweather Jr. pushed back, the camp of Filipino boxing icon Manny Pacquiao has begun exploring alternative opponents for a potential September fight. Jas Mathur, CEO of Manny Pacquiao Promotions, told The Ring Magazine that the eight-division world...
