Hong Kong: Highest Alert, Major Flight Disruptions
HONG KONG – On July 20, Typhoon Wipha struck Hong Kong as a Category 10 storm with gusts up to 167 km/h, heavy rainfall, and powerful waves. Authorities reported over 450 fallen trees, more than 250 people sought shelter, and 26 hospitalized … Continue reading Hong Kong: Highest Alert, Major Flight Disruptions
Berlin: Philippine Ambassador Celebrates Independence Day
BERLIN –Â On July 2, 2025, the Philippine Embassy in Berlin hosted a commemorative reception at the Waldorf Astoria in celebration of the 127th anniversary of Philippine independence. Ambassador Irene Susan B. Natividad welcomed a distinguished gathering of local and … Continue reading Berlin: Philippine Ambassador Celebrates Independence Day
Philippines: Multiple Airlines Expand Flight Connections
MANILA – Faster and More Convenient Access Reflects the Country’s Rise as a Top Southeast Asian Destination. Several international airlines are significantly expanding their connections to the Philippines this year, offering travelers faster and more attractive options. These developments also highlight … Continue reading Philippines: Multiple Airlines Expand Flight Connections
Philippines Celebrates 127th Independence Day
MANILA –  The Philippines marke its 127th Independence Day on June 12th, commemorating the nation’s declaration of sovereignty from Spanish colonial rule in 1898. The celebration, known as Araw ng Kalayaan, is observed across the country with official ceremonies, a civil-military … Continue reading Philippines Celebrates 127th Independence Day
ASEAN Intensifies Focus on Myanmar Crisis
KUALA LUMPUR – In a renewed attempt to revive its faltering peace initiative, the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) will convene two high-level meetings next week focused exclusively on the ongoing civil war in Myanmar. This move comes ahead … Continue reading ASEAN Intensifies Focus on Myanmar Crisis