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...
Senate President Pro Tempore Loren Legarda on Thursday, November 23 said the 31st Annual Meeting of the Asia Pacific Parliamentary Forum (APPF) is a perfect platform for the Philippines to delve into the political, security and socio-economic issues facing the region. Legarda...
Senator Sherwin Gatchalian on Thursday, November 23 said he expects strengthened cooperation among Asia Pacific economies for the development of critical infrastructures in the face of global risks such as cyberattacks, natural disasters, and other disruptive events during the 31st annual...
The Philippines and Canada cannot shy away from the delicate and complex situation in the South China Sea, so both countries must work together to ensure stability in the region, a visiting Canadian senator said. Speaking before select reporters at a dinner reception held by Canadian Ambassador to...
WHAT'S FOR LUNCH The grand entrance bridge to the ethnic Shanjiang Miao Village, 20 kilometers from the main town Fenghuang. So much to do in Zhangjaijie, but where to eat? Incidentally, there is a restaurant in the village that serves Xiang cuisine ceremoniously I still have a hard time...
The Senate wants diplomatic discussions on the various issues hounding the South China Sea (SCS) during the Asia-Pacific Parliamentary Forum (APPF), Senate President Juan Miguel “Migz” Zubiri said. According to Zubiri, he has already instructed his colleagues to “tone down the rhetoric” and...
The Philippines and the United States are in the middle of discussions on further coordination in the military, political, and economic spheres. President Ferdinand 'Bongbong' Marcos Jr. visits the United States Indo-Pacific Command Headquarters in Honolulu, Hawaii on Nov. 19, 2023. (Photo courtesy...
In order to maximize affordable options for travelers, Cebu Pacific (CEB) is collaborating with the country’s largest budget hotel chain Go Hotels to provide low-cost and exclusive deals on accommodations in Go Hotel properties nationwide. CEB pursued the partnership with Go Hotels to synchronize...
The Philippines will continue to be a responsible neighbor in the Indo-Pacific region, President Marcos said. President Ferdinand 'Bongbong' Marcos Jr. visits the United States Indo-Pacific Command Headquarters in Honolulu, Hawaii on Nov. 19, 2023. (Photo courtesy of Malacañang) During the Daniel...
President Marcos reiterated that the Philippines will not give up any part of its territory amid the dispute in the West Philippine Sea (WPS) as he stressed the need for the country to upgrade its defense capability. President Ferdinand 'Bongbong' Marcos Jr. arrives at the United States...
Metro Pacific Tollways Corporation (MPTC), a subsidiary of Manuel V. Pangilinan-controlled conglomerate Metro Pacific Investments Corporation (MPIC), needs to raise about $600 million if its bid to invest in a major tollway company in Indonesia is successful. In a virtual briefing, MPTC Chief...
Among its improved forecasts for 2024, Cebu Pacific (CEB) said it is preparing its operations to accommodate its plans to increase the size of its fleet by next year. Seat capacity is expected to grow from five to eight percent next year from the 2023 levels, with CEB accepting the delivery...
