ANKARA, Turkey (AP) — Since he started work as NATO secretary-general almost two years ago, Mark Rutte has spent much of his time trying to keep the United States anchored to the world 's biggest military alliance, employing outright flattery to dissuade U.S. President Donald Trump from...
ANKARA, Turkey (AP) — Turkey is rolling out sweeping security measures for the upcoming NATO summit, deploying tens of thousands of police and placing air defenses on high alert, while banning public gatherings and imposing controversial restrictions on freedom of expression and assembly. That...
Premium grocery retailer The Marketplace officially opened its newest store on June 26, 2026, marking another milestone in its continued expansion across key lifestyle and residential destinations in the Philippines. The new branch is located on the second floor of Molito Lifestyle Center, Madrigal...
HONG KONG - Hong Kong’s Chief Executive John KC Lee highlighted the promise of collaboration between two of the world’s most dynamic economic engines - the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) and the Greater Bay Area (GBA) - with Hong Kong acting as a “connector” to facilitate...
HONG KONG - Department of Trade and Industry Secretary Cristina A. Roque said here on Tuesday, June 30, that the Philippines is open and ready to be the Greater Bay Area’s (GBA) strategic partner of choice in entering the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) market. “To our partners...
President Marcos is back in Manila after a short trip to Russia, which he described as "very productive." Marcos and his delegation arrived at 4:02 p.m. at the Villamor Air Base in Pasay City on Friday, June 19, Malacañang said. In his arrival statement, Marcos said that during his trip, he joined...
EVIAN-LES-BAINS, France (AP) — Leaders at the Group of Seven summit on Wednesday threw their support behind U.S. President Donald Trump 's tentative agreement with Iran to open the Strait of Hormuz and further extend a shaky ceasefire — even though he 's offered scant specificity...
Mayor Raisa Treñas recently showcased Iloilo City’s achievements in disaster preparedness, public market modernization, and housing development during the 10th World Cities Summit in Singapore. “I joined global leaders in meaningful discussions on how cities today can respond to shared...
Bohol remains one of the country 's most popular tourism destinations, drawing visitors with its beaches, natural attractions, and diverse experiences. As the province welcomes more local and international travelers, demand continues to rise for accommodations that cater to leisure stays,...
CEBU CITY – Local officials welcomed the construction of a world-class hotel in Panglao, Bohol. Gov. Aris Aumentado said the move by Robinsons Hotels and Resorts (RHR), the hospitality arm of Robinsons Land Corp. (RLC), to construct Grand Summit Bohol in Doljo marked a significant milestone in...
Quezon City Mayor Joy Belmonte raised concern over the limited direct access of local governments to climate financing, stressing that cities remain underfunded despite being at the frontline of climate change impacts. Speaking at the Philanthropy Asia Summit 2026 in Singapore, h eld from May 18...
While acknowledging Southeast Asian leaders ' frustration over the lack of progress in resolving the crisis in Myanmar, President Marcos said the regional bloc should not just "sit back and wait for something to happen." In a roundtable with Japanese media on Monday, May 18, Marcos said that...
