Philippine President Marcos issues warning to China
SINGAPORE – On the opening day of the Shangri-La Dialogue in Singapore, Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos issued a stern warning to China. In his speech, Marcos emphasized the Philippines’ determination not to surrender a single square millimeter of the South … Continue reading Philippine President Marcos issues warning to China
China attacks Philippine coast guard ship
MANILA – Tensions between China and the Philippines have escalated once again following an incident in the South China Sea. On April 30, two Chinese coast guard ships fired water cannons at a Philippine coast guard vessel, the BRP Bagacay. … Continue reading China attacks Philippine coast guard ship
Cebu Pacific Wins Best Airline Awards 2024
MANILA – Cebu Pacific (PSE: CEB), the Philippines’ leading carrier, has been honored with the prestigious Best Airline award at the Routes Asia Awards 2024. The ceremony took place on February 28, recognizing the airline’s exceptional contributions to airport and … Continue reading Cebu Pacific Wins Best Airline Awards 2024
Philippines Emerges as a Hub for Artificial Intelligence
MANILA — The Philippines, once known for its pristine beaches and vibrant culture, is now making waves in the tech world. With the launch of the National Artificial Intelligence Roadmap in 2021, the country set its sights on becoming an … Continue reading Philippines Emerges as a Hub for Artificial Intelligence
Travel Advisory for Visitors to the Philippines
MANILA — The Philippine government has taken a significant step toward modernizing travel procedures with the introduction of the E-Travel Portal. Whether you’re a visitor arriving in the Philippines or a Filipino citizen departing from the country, this digital platform … Continue reading Travel Advisory for Visitors to the Philippines
Philippine Airlines expands flights to Toronto
MANILA – Philippine Airlines (PAL) will introduce a third weekly nonstop frequency on its Manila – Toronto route starting April 5, 2024. The resulting 50% increase in capacity aims to meet growing travel demand to and from the Canadian East … Continue reading Philippine Airlines expands flights to Toronto
South China Sea: US will defend the Philippines
MANILA – The United States renewed a warning Monday that it would defend the Philippines in case of an armed attack under a 1951 treaty, after Chinese ships blocked and collided with two Filipino vessels off a contested shoal in … Continue reading South China Sea: US will defend the Philippines
Philippines remove barrier in South China Sea
MANILA – The Philippine government has removed a floating barrier that China had installed to block Philippine fishing boats from entering a disputed area in the South China Sea, the Philippine Coast Guard said on Monday. The barrier, which was … Continue reading Philippines remove barrier in South China Sea
Philippines: Sugar ‘crisis’ tests Marcos’ presidency
MANILA – Ferdinand Marcos Jr. is facing his first major test since becoming Philippine president — a major sugar shortage, which is threatening to sour his endeavors to revitalize the agriculture sector. This sugar shortage comes as rising commodity prices … Continue reading Philippines: Sugar ‘crisis’ tests Marcos’ presidency
Hong Kong bans flights from India, Pakistan, the Philippines
HONG KONG – Hong Kong will suspend flights from India, Pakistan and the Philippines from April 20 for two weeks after the N501Y mutant COVID-19 strain was detected in the Asian financial hub for the first time, authorities said in … Continue reading Hong Kong bans flights from India, Pakistan, the Philippines