Senator Risa Hontiveros on Sunday, May 26, criticized China's moves to conduct military drills around Taiwan following the inauguration of their new president Lai Ching-te. China's military has started two days of military exercises around Taiwan, calling it a "strong punishment" for the self-ruled...
Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) Secretary Enrique Manalo has concluded his working tri-city visit to Canada, where he proposed ways for broadening bilateral relations. “There is a need to explore untapped economic opportunities in each other’s markets,” Manalo said when he met with...
President Marcos received an invitation for a state visit to India which he welcomed, Malacañang said. President Ferdinand 'Bongbong' Marcos Jr. meets Indian Minister of External Affairs Subrahmanyam Jaishankar at the Malacañan Palace on March 26, 2024. (Photo courtesy of Malacañang) Marcos...
An Indian Coast Guard Ship (ICGS) has arrived in Manila for a port call to bolster partnership with its Philippine counterpart, particularly on efforts to protect the marine environment in the Indo-Pacific. ICGS Samudra Paheredar docked at the Port of Manila on March 25 for a three-day visit...
President Marcos’ arrival in Czech Republic on Wednesday, March 13 (Prague time), is only the second time a Philippine leader held a state visit to the central European country since the late former president Fidel Ramos in 1997. Former president Fidel Ramos' state visit in Czech Republic in 1997...
Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese on Thursday, Feb. 29, promised to work on a renewed strategic partnership with the Philippines that centers on maritime security and promoting respect for international law. (From left) President Ferdinand 'Bongbong' Marcos Jr. and Australian...
President Marcos’ two-leg visit to Australia is seen to advance both maritime nations’ relations, particularly in the fields of defense and security, as he arrived in Canberra on Wednesday night (local time). Marcos was welcomed by Australian officials, including Australian Ambassador to...
A British navy vessel dedicated to securing territorial waters has returned to the Philippines for another defense engagement with Filipino troops. His Majesty Ship (HMS) Spey arrived at the Port of Manila on Thursday, Feb. 22, for a series of activities to be held within the week...
Cebuanos took the opportunity to let Vice President and Education Secretary Sara Duterte know their concerns about the country’s current K-12 curriculum as the official assured them that it is currently being reviewed. Vice President and Education Secretary Sara Duterte visits the Pasil...
Vietnam’s president and prime minister praised President Marcos for the high growth rate the Philippines recorded under his leadership despite the global economic challenges. (From left) President Ferdinand 'Bongbong' Marcos Jr. and Vietnam President Vo Van Thoung (Photo from the Presidential...
President Marcos on Tuesday, Jan. 30, vowed to promote people-to-people relations, especially in the fields of education, tourism, and culture, with Vietnam as he marked the second day of his state visit there. (From left) President Ferdinand 'Bongbong' Marcos Jr. with Vietnamese Prime...
A United Nations (UN) special rapporteur had a "very positive impression" of the vibrancy of the Philippine media as she visited Manila to check on the country's state of rights to freedom of opinion and expression, a Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) official said Thursday, Jan. 25. Irene...
