Vice President Sara Duterte underscored the importance of cooperation between China and the Philippines as they face “common challenges” and work to improve the welfare of their citizens. The official delivered a video message during the 76th Founding Anniversary of the People’s Republic of...
Chinese Ambassador to the Philippines Huang Xilian has officially ended his nearly six-year tour of duty in the country, which he described as an "unforgettable and truly extraordinary journey." Huang served as China 's envoy to the country for five years and 10 months, making him the...
Vice President Sara Duterte has expressed strong objection on the supposed “welfare check” conducted by officials of the Philippine Embassy in The Hague on her father, former president Rodrigo Duterte, alleging President Marcos for being the one behind the orders. In a statement on Wednesday,...
Chinese Ambassador to the Philippines Huang Xilian has ended his tour of duty in the country, expressing “conviction” that the relationship between China and the Philippines—despite the tensions—will “come back on the right track.” In a post Facebook post on Friday, Sept. 19, the envoy...
President Marcos welcomed an official delegation from the United Arab Emirates (UAE) in a courtesy call at Malacañan Palace, highlighting Manila’s deepening partnership with Abu Dhabi. The group, led by UAE Deputy Minister of Cabinet Affairs for Competitiveness and Experience Exchange Abdulla...
The Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical, and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) raised Signal No. 1 in 15 areas on Tuesday, September 16, as Tropical Depression Mirasol steadily moved westward approaching the Isabela-Aurora area. In its 11 p.m. tropical cyclone bulletin, PAGASA said...
Tropical Depression Mirasol continues to maintain its strength as it moves northwestward, approaching Isabela and the northern portion of Aurora, the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) reported on Tuesday, September 16. In its latest tropical...
Philippine Ambassador to China Jaime FlorCruz has urged Chinese businessmen to invest in the Philippines, emphasizing that the country is “open for business” and citing its strength in tourism, hospitality, wellness services, and education. “We are open for business and we welcome China, our...
The United States has announced that it will be providing P13.8 billion in foreign assistance to the Philippines intended for strengthening the country 's health system. The US Embassy in Manila said on Friday, Sept. 12, that the assistance aims to help the country in strengthening its health...
The Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) said that it will clarify with the South Korean Embassy in Manila a Facebook post by South Korean President Lee Jae-myung that it is cancelling the implementation of a 700-billion won (P28.7 billion) infrastructure loan to the Philippines because of...
The Philippines on Wednesday, Sept. 10, deplored the attack in Doha, Qatar, saying it’s a “grave violation” of international law and undermines the sovereignty of the Gulf state. A statement from the Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA), however, made no mention of Israel, which was...
The Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) on Wednesday, Sept. 10, warned Filipinos in Nepal to stay alert and follow safety guidelines amid the violent protests there due to the lack of opportunities for the youth and the growing frustrations over the luxurious lifestyles of the political elite. The...
