ILOILO CITY – Schools here suspended face-to-face classes starting on Wednesday, Feb. 25, for the 40th anniversary of the 1986 EDSA People Power Revolution and meetings of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) economic ministers. University of the Philippines Visayas (UP Visayas),...
The private sector arm of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) is pushing to make the region’s economic gains more inclusive, saying prosperity should not be limited to big businesses and the wealthy. Go Negosyo founder Joey Concepcion, chair of the ASEAN Business Advisory Council...
ILOILO CITY – More than 1,700 security personnel have been deployed to secure the 49th meeting of Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) economic ministers in this city on from Feb. 24 to 27. “We trust in your abilities, we believe in your commitment, and we are truly proud of the...
The Department of Education (DepEd) is stepping up efforts to ensure Filipino learners can move more seamlessly from classrooms to careers, as it championed deeper alignment among education, training, and industry during the 16th ASEAN Qualifications Reference Framework Committee (AQRFC) Meeting....
A public health advocacy group has urged the government of the Philippines to follow the lead of six ASEAN countries that have already banned vape products, as regional leaders marked the 25th anniversary of the Southeast Asia Tobacco Control Alliance (SEATCA) in Bangkok, Thailand. HealthJustice...
The Association of Southeast Asian Nations ' (ASEAN) private sector leadership this year will aim to bring the benefits of ASEAN economic growth to every citizen in the region. Joey Concepcion, chair of the ASEAN Business Advisory Council (ASEAN BAC), said this during the 10th joint economic...
The Department of Education (DepEd) is strengthening regional cooperation with Southeast Asian nations to accelerate the use of artificial intelligence (AI)-driven digital infrastructure in basic education, positioning technology as a practical tool to improve learning outcomes and reduce...
President Marcos has expressed hope for United States President Donald Trump 's attendance in the upcoming Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) Summit, hosted by the Philippines this year. Marcos conveyed his hope of welcoming Trump to Manila during his speech at the presentation of...
Malacañang asserted that no protocol was violated in selecting venues for the Philippines ' hosting of Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN)-related events. Palace Press Officer and Communications Undersecretary Claire Castro stressed that there was no breach of protocol as the...
The Philippines is ready for its Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) chairship, Malacañang said. "Pilipinas, ASEAN-ready na (The Philippines is now ASEAN-ready)," Palace Press Officer and Communications Undersecretary Claire Castro said in a briefing on Monday, Feb. 2. This, after...
CEBU CITY – With emphasis on digital innovation, cross-border connectivity, and high-value market opportunities, tourism leaders are setting their sights on the future of regional tourism following the conclusion of the 29th ASEAN Tourism Forum here on Friday, Jan. 30. Chaired by Tourism...
CEBU CITY – The Philippines is banking on targeted measures to lure in more Russian tourists. Tourism Secretary Christina Garcia Frasco said these measures include direct charter flights and Russian-language guide training. “From chartered flights with direct access to Kalibo from the region,...
