The Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) said the redeployment of America’s last aircraft carrier in Asia to the Middle East will not diminish joint defense activities with Manila. AFP spokesperson for West Philippine Sea (WPS) retired admiral Roy Vincent Trinidad said it will continue its...
The Philippines remains optimistic that negotiations for a Code of Conduct (COC) in the South China Sea will conclude within the year, Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) Secretary Ma. Theresa P. Lazaro said. “We remain optimistic about the conclusion of the negotiations within the year,”...
The new sensation among some Chinese moviegoers is an animated film whose characters appear to have been created with rudimentary 3D animation and have been described as “ugly” and “eerie.” But it is the scathing online reviews that seem to have prompted interest in “Niu Lai,” an...
The Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) has observed a change in Chinese maritime activity in the West Philippine Sea (WPS), noting fewer warships and militia vessels but more coast guard and research ships in contested waters. Retired admiral Roy Vincent Trinidad, AFP spokesperson for WPS, said...
The national government on Monday, Aug. 17, raised concern over China’s growing strategic position in the South China Sea, saying control of key features could give Beijing a commanding position over one of the world’s busiest maritime routes. Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) spokesperson for the...
The Department of National Defense (DND) on Sunday, Aug. 16, accused China of avoiding key questions again over the arrest and detention of Chinese nationals in the country. DND spokesperson Asst. Sec. Arsenio Andolong rejected the Chinese Embassy’s response to Defense Sec. Gilberto Teodoro...
The Commission on Higher Education (CHED) is pushing stronger regional cooperation to advance the responsible use of artificial intelligence (AI), expand academic partnerships, and promote innovation-driven, future-ready learning across the Asia-Pacific. CHED Executive Director Atty. Cinderella...
Department of National Defense (DND) Secretary Gilberto Teodoro Jr. on Saturday, Aug. 15, said China’s latest warning that Filipinos could “bear the brunt” of strained ties between the two countries amounted to a threat of retaliation against the broader Philippine population. Teodoro said...
If you are looking for your first vehicle, or perhaps a vehicle to use for your business, you might want to consider visiting your bank. Banks, like CBS, are often overlooked as an option when it comes to car purchases. But at each bank, there are great deals to be had. All you need to do is ask....
President Marcos bared that the discussions on joint oil and gas exploration with China have "moved forward" and are "making progress." Stressing the urgent need to diversify the country 's oil sources amid the Middle East crisis, Marcos said the country needs to explore its options and take...
"Nothing of that has been weakened in any way, shape, or form." This was what President Marcos stated, stressing that the Philippines is not giving up its rights or any part of its territory by having a provisional understanding with the Chinese government. During the Foreign Correspondents...
The Trump administration has accused the Philippines of playing a key role in a “shadow transshipment network” that allows China to evade tariffs on products entering the United States (US). In a report titled “The Great Transshipment Scam,” the White House classified the Philippines under...
