The Philippines should not become the next battleground of world super powers. That is why, Senate Minority Leader Aquilino “Koko” Pimentel III it is critical for the Senate to ensure that the proposed Reciprocal Access Agreement (RAA) between the Philippines and Japan be an authentic pact that...
Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida believes that the relationship between Japan and the Philippines is now in its “golden age”, and it is his desire to further deepen the two countries’ cooperation. President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. toasts with Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida during the...
Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida’s visit to the Philippines will pave the way for stronger economic and security cooperation between the two nations, Senator Sherwin Gatchalian said. “Prime Minister Kishida’s visit to the country couldn’t be more timely given recent...
A United Nations (UN) body has commended the Philippines for recently organizing a forum with the UN, saying it was a clear signal that the Philippines recognizes the sustainable development goals (SGDs) it had set. Malacañang photo UN Governance and Public Administration Expert Ana Thorlund...
President Ferdinand Marcos has urged local government units (LGUs) to explore international partnerships and learn from the best practices of foreign partners to improve the delivery of public service. President Ferdinand ‘Bongbong’ Marcos Jr. (RTVM screenshot) Marcos addressed the Philippine...
Foreign Affairs Secretary Enrique Manalo and Trade Secretary Alfredo Pascual will be in Adelaide, South Australia on Oct. 10 to jointly preside over the 6th Philippines-Australia Ministerial Meeting (PAMM) as the two countries build on their deepening Strategic Partnership. (From left) Foreign...
It does need a conflict before Australia helps the Philippines in the waters. For Australian Ambassador to the Philippines HK Yu, preventing a conflict is "more important" than making a response to it. That, she said, is the reason why Canberra is helping Manila bolster the interoperability between...
The Philippines and Guatemala have renewed their ties and vowed to forge stronger cooperation in agriculture, climate action, and people-to-people relations. PH-GUATEMALA — President Ferdinand 'Bongbong' Marcos Jr. accepts the credentials of Guatemala Non-Resident Ambassador Manuel Estuardo...
The Philippines and Lithuania have agreed to collaborate in technology, cybersecurity, education, and people-to-people exchanges, saying both nations can learn from each other's experiences in addressing various challenges. PH-LITHUANIA TIES — President Ferdinand 'Bongbong' Marcos Jr....
(Photo courtesy of Office of Civil Defense) A humanitarian assistance and disaster relief (HADR) exercise in preparation for the “Big One”, or a massive earthquake that could significantly affect millions of Filipinos, was conducted by the Philippines and Australia recently, the Office of Civil...
President Marcos has expressed his gratitude to French President Emmanuel Macron for France's support for the Philippines amid its issues in the West Philippine Sea. President Ferdinand 'Bongbong' Marcos Jr. and French President Emmanuel Macron (File photos) Marcos said this during his phone...
Foreign Affairs Secretary Enrique Manalo said that the economic relationship between the Philippines and the US "should keep apace" with both countries' defense-related activities as he noted the "growing" comprehensive strategic partnership of the two sides. Speaking at a dialogue on Sep. 22 (US...
