BEIJING, China — Beijing is leveraging its role as host of this year’s Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) forum to revive momentum for a massive regional free trade zone, seeking to counter a global tide of protectionism and fragmented commerce. In a discussion paper released Friday,...
The Philippine Army (PA) and Japan Ground Self-Defense Force (JGSDF) agreed to step up joint training and explore defense technology cooperation following their latest high-level talks. Lt. Gen. Antonio G. Nafarrete, PA commanding general, and Gen. Arai Masayoshi, JGSDF chief of staff, held their...
BEIJING, China — China is projected to surpass the United States (US) as the world’s largest economy as early as 2030, insulated from Middle East volatility and American protectionism by long-term strategic planning, according to a leading foreign policy expert. Qu Bo, dean of the School of...
The Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) reaffirmed its commitment to transparency in ongoing discussions to amend the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between the Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) and the China Coast Guard (CCG), firmly rejecting claims that the negotiations are being conducted in...
TOKYO (AP) — Japan and resource-rich Indonesia agreed Tuesday to deepen economic ties and cooperation in energy security as the two Asian countries face growing uncertainty over oil and gas supplies prompted by the war in the Middle East. “In the wake of the Iran situation, the importance of...
The Department of National Defense (DND) and its South Korean counterpart formalized two major agreements to honor the legacy of Filipino veterans of the Korean War and boost their military’s modernization, it was announced on Wednesday, March 4. In a formal ceremony at Malacañang Palace, DND...
The Philippines reaffirmed its leadership in regional tourism as the Department of Tourism (DOT) hosted the ASEAN Travel Exchange (TRAVEX) 2026 in Cebu on Wednesday, Jan. 28, bringing together over 600 foreign buyers, sellers, and exhibitors to advance ASEAN’s drive to become a unified,...
The Philippines stands to gain significant economic, tourism, and investment benefits as it hosts the 45th Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) Tourism Forum 2026 (ATF 2026) in Cebu City on Wednesday, Jan. 28, the Department of Tourism said. DOT Secretary Christina Garcia Frasco. said...
The Department of Tourism (DOT) is positioning the Philippines as a regional leader in cruise tourism by hosting the Asia Cruise Cooperation (ACC) Annual Regional Meeting to promote sustainable and inclusive travel at sea. DOT Secretary Christina Garcia-Frasco said the meeting highlights the...
The Philippines has drawn South Korea’s interest to expand collaboration on employment services and workforce development following Seoul’s recognition of the Department of Labor and Employment’s (DOLE) modernization efforts. The DOLE said the talks reflect growing international confidence...
The Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) will begin implementing the long-shelved 2017 Cebu flood control masterplan following the devastation caused by Typhoon “Tino”. Developed by the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) from 2013 to 2017 during former Secretary Rogelio...
Department of National Defense (DND) Secretary Gilberto C. Teodoro Jr. said the Philippines is ready to take a more proactive role in strengthening regional defense cooperation as it prepares to assume the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) Defense Ministers’ Meeting (ADMM) and...
