Tag page - transnational crime

The Philippines and Thailand will strengthen defense and security ties, particularly against transnational crimes, amid human trafficking incidents within Southeast Asia. Foreign Affairs Secretary Enrique Manalo and Thai Foreign Minister Maris Sangiampongsa met in Bangkok on Friday, Oct. 18, to...

Recognizing the role of Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) Inter-Parliamentary Assembly in upholding a rules-based approach in addressing common concerns, President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr. on Wednesday, May 10, called for the strengthening of regional cooperation in tackling...

PHNOM PENH, Cambodia—President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. on Saturday pushed for continued cooperation in the fight against transnational crime as he expressed appreciation for Australia's support to the country's anti-trafficking work plan. Marcos also expressed commitment to battle other crimes in a...

The Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) has partnered up with the Philippine Ports Authority (PPA) in the fight against the illegal wildlife trade (IWT), which has persisted despite the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) pandemic. A graphic of the Philippines' most illegally traded...