While the Philippine government welcomes China’s offer for dialogues on matters concerning the West Philippine Sea (WPS), an official of the National Security Council (NSC) said this would only prosper if harassments and bullying are stopped on Philippine vessels. NSC spokesperson Jonathan Malaya...
As the holiday season approaches, we all know how much Filipinos enjoy preparing for the Noche Buena feast; however, a dietitian from the National Nutrition Council (NNC) urged the public to practice food moderation in order to avoid overconsumption and maintain good health. Unsplash Food...
The Philippines committed to become "partner, pathfinder and peacemaker" when it presented its candidature to become a non-permanent member of the UN Security Council. Philippine Permanent Mission to the UN and other International Organizations Representative Evangelina Lourdes Bernas made...
The Senate on Wednesday, Dec. 6 ratified the reconciled version of the proposed “No Permit, No Exam Prohibition Act” that seeks to prevent public or private educational institutions from imposing any policy to prevent students with outstanding financial or property obligations from taking...
UN chief Antonio Guterres has raised to the UN Security Council the worsening situation in Gaza, invoking for the first time the Article 99 of the UN Charter as he believed that the developments in the ongoing Israel-Hamas war are already threatening international peace. Guterres early Thursday...
President Marcos has urged the Justice Sector Coordinating Council (JSCC) to pursue the digitalization of its frontline and back-end services in a bid to improve legal proceedings in the country. President Ferdinand 'Bongbong' Marcos Jr. (Ali Vicoy) In a message delivered by Executive Secretary...
The Philippine Council of Evangelical Churches (PCEC) on Wednesday, Nov. 29 expressed its deep sorrow over the ongoing conflict between Israeli forces and Hamas, and urged the evangelical community and all people of good will to continue to pray for an end to the conflict. Photo from PCEC PCEC...
A China Coast Guard vessel fires a water cannon during a resupply mission of the Armed Forces of the Philippines in Ayungin Shoal on Nov. 10, 2023. (Courtesy of Philippine Coast Guard) After expressing initial reluctance, the National Security Council (NSC) has allowed a civilian group to visit the...
The amnesty granted to rebels and insurgents will create a climate conducive to peace and reconciliation, the National Security Council (NSC) said. In its statement, the NSC said the amnesty will also provide a pathway for former rebels to reintegrate into the society and give them access to...
House Speaker Martin Romualdez (left), Senate President Juan Miguel "Migz" Zubiri (Speaker’s office) The Philippines is "on a roll". An upbeat House Speaker Martin Romualdez had this to day during the third and final day of the 31st Asia-Pacific...
(File photo) Several active and retired military officials who are now working in different capacities in the government expressed support to President Ferdinand "Bongbong" Marcos Jr.'s decision to grant amnesty to members of rebel and insurgent groups. Office of the Presidential Adviser on Peace,...
Sixteen (16) countries have expressed support to the Philippines' bid for a non-permanent seat on the United Nations (UN) Security Council for the term 2027 to 2028, a position the country appealed for during the 78th session of the UN General Assembly in September. Senate President Juan Miguel...
