Nine years after the arbitral ruling in the West Philippine Sea was granted to the Philippines, challenges and uncertainties in the disputed waters remain. But the Philippines will not waver in fighting for the award and international law. Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) Secretary Ma. Theresa...
The national government reaffirmed its commitment to uphold the 2016 Permanent Court of Arbitration (PCA) ruling in the face of continued aggression in the West Philippine Sea (WPS), nine years since the country secured the historic victory against China. The Department of National Defense (DND)...
Rather than just individual homes, the Philippine real estate industry has been delivering high-quality projects marked with strong leadership and innovation to meet the growing demand for residential communities that support quality living. In Southeast Asia, the Philippines is not...
RLC Residences is Southeast Asia's Developer of the Year by Dot Property Awards For three decades now, RLC Residences has continued to raise the bar in the Philippine real estate industry, closing 2024 on a high note with a prestigious accolade from the Dot Property Southeast Asia Awards 2024. Held...
Lance Gokongwei, President and CEO of JG Summit Holdings, Inc., is the recipient of the 2024 EY-Bank of Singapore Asean Entrepreneurial Excellence Award. Gokongwei is recognized for his exemplary leadership and significant contributions to the Southeast Asian business landscape. Businessman...
Major Floren Herrera (Photo courtesy of US Military Academy via Instagram) A Philippine Army (PA) officer who led a daring ambush against terrorist forces during the Marawi siege in 2017 was awarded the 2024 Alexander R. Nininger Award for Valor at Arms by the United States Military Academy or West...
DAVAO CITY – The Datu Bago Awardees Inc. announced on Tuesday, October 1, that they are now accepting nominations for the 2025 Datu Bago Award, the highest honor given by the Davao City government. The annual award honors individuals who have dedicated themselves to excellence and made important...
Hans Sy, chairman of the executive committee of SM Prime Holdings, has been honored with the Philippine Retailers Association (PRA) Outstanding Filipino Retailers President Award for his visionary leadership in retail development. Presented by the Philippine Retailers Association and the...
ILOILO CITY – Social officer Ann Rapunzel “Rara” O. Ganzon of the Iloilo provincial government is a recipient of this year’s Presidential Lingkod Bayan Award, the highest citation given to public servants by the Civil Service Commission (CSC). SOCIAL officer Ann Rapunzel 'Rara' O. Ganzon of...
In a grand celebration of the Philippine real estate industry’s achievements, the Dot Property Philippines Awards recently feted this year’s honor roll of the best developers, projects, and real estate agencies on Sept. 12, 2024. Held in the Grand Ballroom of Okada, Manila in Paranaque City,...
Five outstanding recipients from Bhutan, Japan, Thailand, Vietnam, and Indonesia were announced as the 2024 Ramon Magsaysay Awardees on Saturday, Aug. 31. The 2024 Ramon Magsaysay Awardees (Courtesy of RMAF) In a global announcement, the Board of Trustees of the Ramon Magsaysay Award Foundation...
Many join competitions to challenge themselves and prove they have what it takes. By showcasing his creativity and skills, Bonalos is demonstrating that talent and dedication can achieve remarkable results, making his mark in the history books and leaving a meaningful impact on the design...