SEOUL – South Korean President Lee Jae Myung is set to embark on state visits to Singapore and the Philippines from 1 to 4 March 2024. His agenda includes discussions…
During her visit to Thitu Island, also known as Pag-asa, on 21 February 2024, Senator Risa Hontiveros reiterated the Philippines’ sovereignty over the disputed territory amid ongoing pressures from China.…
Philippine Vice President Sara Duterte announced on 18 February 2024 that she will run for president in the upcoming 2028 elections, despite facing serious allegations of corruption and impending impeachment…
Alice Guo, a former mayor implicated in a shocking human trafficking scandal, has been sentenced to life imprisonment by a Philippine court. The verdict, delivered on 20 November 2024, has…
As the Philippines braces for the impact of Super Typhoon Fung-wong, also known as Uwan, over 100,000 residents have been evacuated from coastal and low-lying areas. The weather bureau has…
A severe grip of nature, Typhoon Bualoi, continues to unleash its fury across Southeast Asia, leaving a trail of destruction and heartache in both the Philippines and Vietnam. As of…
As protests over rampant corruption engulf the Philippines, President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has expressed understanding for the public’s discontent. This comes in response to allegations surrounding fraudulent flood control projects…
The tensions in the South China Sea escalated as the Philippines lodged a formal diplomatic protest against China’s plan to designate a national nature reserve in the Scarborough Shoal, a…
In a significant move regarding maritime security, the Indian Navy has begun patrolling the South China Sea alongside Philippine naval forces for the first time. This joint operation comes at…
As Tropical Storm Wipha makes its presence felt across northern Vietnam, authorities are on high alert for heavy rainfall and potential flooding. The storm, which struck on 22 July 2024,…
Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. is set to meet with US President Donald Trump this week, marking a significant moment for trade relations and security cooperation between the two nations.…
The ongoing tensions in the South China Sea continue to escalate, as the Philippines firmly denied China’s claims over the Spratly Islands. This is part of an enduring dispute involving…
The spotlight is firmly on former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte as he faces grave allegations of crimes against humanity related to his controversial ‘war on drugs’. His first appearance at…
Former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte’s recent arrest has sent shockwaves through the Philippines, igniting fresh hope for families of individuals who lost their lives in his controversial anti-drug campaign. In…
Former Philippines President Rodrigo Duterte has found himself at the centre of a significant legal storm after an Interpol arrest warrant was issued on 11 March 2024. This warrant stems…
In a bid to bolster security and defence strategies, the Philippines continues to reinforce its military relationship with the United States under President Donald Trump. Jose Manuel Romualdez, the Philippine…
In a dramatic turn of events, Philippine Vice President Sara Duterte has formally challenged her impeachment in the Supreme Court. This comes after the House of Representatives, under the influence…
In a significant political development, the Philippine lower house of Congress has endorsed an impeachment complaint against Vice President Sara Duterte. This unprecedented move comes amid rising tensions between her…
The Philippines and China are attempting to forge a path toward cooperation in the South China Sea, despite ongoing territorial disputes that have strained relations. With both parties acknowledging their…
The ongoing tension between the Philippines and China in the South China Sea has escalated as Manila actively challenges Beijing’s aggressive maritime activities. Recent incidents highlight the urge from Philippine…
The Philippines is making headlines as it firmly stands by its decision to deploy the US Typhon missile system, despite vocal criticism from China. Defence Minister Gilberto Teodoro asserted that…
The tranquil beauty of the Philippines took a dangerous turn on 9 December 2024, as Mount Kanlaon erupted, sending columns of ash spiralling into the sky. Located on the central…
A devastating report has emerged from the southern Philippines regarding the fate of 26-year-old American Elliot Eastman, who was kidnapped on 17 October 2023. According to Philippine police, Eastman was…
The maritime tension between China and the Philippines is heating up again, following a maritime incident on 4 December 2024 at the contested Scarborough Shoal. The confrontation, which has led…
A tempest brews in the Philippines as civil society groups have officially filed an impeachment complaint against Vice President Sara Duterte. The complaint, backed by the Akbayan partylist, comes amidst…
Tensions have escalated significantly within the Philippine political landscape following Vice President Sara Duterte’s shocking remarks regarding President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. During a press conference on 23 November 2024, Duterte…
After more than a decade of diplomatic efforts, Mary Jane Veloso—a Filipina domestic helper—will finally return to the Philippines following her earlier reprieve from execution in Indonesia. President Ferdinand Marcos…
Mighty winds and torrential rains are on the horizon as Super Typhoon Usagi barrels towards the Philippines, prompting mass evacuations across the nation’s disaster-prone territories. With sustained winds reaching up…
Former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte has made headlines again with his emphatic request for the International Criminal Court (ICC) to expedite its investigation into his controversial war on drugs. In…
Regional Tensions Rise Over Maritime Claims In a show of defiance against China’s expansive claims in the South China Sea, both Indonesia and the Philippines have reiterated their positions on…