Two Filipino seafarers were killed while three others were seriously injured after Houthi rebels attacked their ship in the waters off Yemen. According to the Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA), 13 more Filipinos, who were also crew of civilian bulk carrier True Confidence, were brought by...
The Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) has warned the public against China's narratives in the South China Sea, which are usually crafted in line with its own interests. Ma. Teresita Daza, DFA spokesperson, said Wednesday, March 6, that "we have to be very careful" about China's...
Four Filipinos in Thailand were injured after reportedly engaging in a brawl with "Thai Ladyboys," the Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) said Wednesday, March 6. Three of the four Filipino victims sustained scratches and bruises after getting in an "argument" with Thai locals, DFA Undersecretary...
The Philippine government on Tuesday, March 5, asked a Chinese diplomat in Manila to explain China's blocking of path of a Philippine vessel traversing the country's territorial waters. The Department of Foreign Affairs (DFDA) said it summoned the Deputy Chief of Mission of the Chinese embassy...
Senator Juan Edgardo “Sonny” Angara on Tuesday, March 5 assured the Department of Education (DepEd) that the basic education would be closed to foreign investment as it is important to preserve the country’s values and instill nationalism among the youth. Sen. Juan Edgardo "Sonny" Angara,...
The Philippine government has brushed off the remark made by the Chinese Embassy in Manila that Philippine Ambassador to the United States Jose Manuel "Babe" Romualdez was supposedly using the South China Sea issue to smear China. Asked for comment on the latest statement from the Chinese embassy,...
House Speaker Martin Romualdez (center) (Speaker’s office) The Joint Foreign Chambers of Commerce (JFC) in the Philippines is supporting the proposed amendments to the restrictive economic provisions of the 1987 Constitution, the office of...
Tingog Party-list Rep. Jude Acidre (PPAB) The liberalization of the local education sector, which could be unlocked via economic Charter change (Cha-cha), can bring the advantages of foreign education to the Philippines. House Deputy Majority Leader...
The Philippines on Saturday, Feb. 24, reiterated its call for a peaceful and diplomatic resolution to the Ukraine-Russia war as it marked its 2nd year anniversary. The Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) said the Philippines is underscoring the need for a comprehensive, just and lasting peace in...
Senate Majority Leader Joel Villanueva said on Friday, Feb. 23, that the fate of Jullebee Ranara and other OFWs who fell victim to injustice should serve as a stark reminder to continuously ensure the safety and welfare of Filipinos abroad. Villanueva lauded the decision of the Kuwaiti appellate...
Congressional Policy and Budget Research Department (CPBRD) Deputy Secretary General Dr. Romulo Emmanuel Miral Jr. (PPAB) An expert from the House of Representatives research department said the only way the Philippines can attract foreign investments is through...
With the arrival of the last batch of Filipinos from Gaza on Wednesday, Feb. 21, the Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) said it has successfully completed its repatriation program in the war-torn territory. The last batch of 14 Filipino repatriates from war-torn Gaza arrive in Manila on...
