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Philippines - Page 2

October 1, 2026
Business

Philippines Uranium Discovery Gives New Boost to Nuclear Energy Plans

Researchers in the Philippines have identified a potential source of uranium in a long-explored mining district in Luzon, a discovery that could support the country’s efforts to develop nuclear energy and expand

Business

EU and Philippines Agree to Advance Free Trade Deal

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen has announced that the European Union and the Philippines have agreed on a free trade deal following talks with Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. Von der Leyen said: “We have just agreed on

September 22, 2026

China Ramps Up Pressure on Philippine Patrols

Editor's Choice/Geopolitics

The confrontation unfolded within minutes. In the early hours of the morning, three patrol vessels operated by the Philippine Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic

Monkey Portrayal in AI Video Ignites Fresh Philippines-China Diplomatic Clash

Diplomacy/Geopolitics

A diplomatic dispute between the Philippines and China has escalated after Manila strongly condemned an artificial intelligence-generated video shared by China’s state-run China Daily,

Philippines Accuses Chinese Vessel of Causing Major Coral Reef Damage Near Thitu Island

July 17, 2025
Diplomacy/News

The Philippine government has accused a Chinese vessel of causing over 11 million pesos (approximately US$194,000) in environmental damage to protected coral reefs near Thitu Island in the South China Sea, marking

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HIV Crisis Explodes in the Philippines: Youth Under Siege as Infections Surge 50%

June 4, 2025
News

Philippine medical officials have issued a stark warning about a looming public health emergency as new HIV infections in the country have surged sharply this year, disproportionately affecting young males. Data from

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Hilton Expands to Quezon City and Cebu with Garden Inn Brand

April 18, 2025
Business

Global hospitality leader Hilton (NYSE: HLT) has officially announced the launch of its Hilton Garden Inn brand in the Philippines, with the signing of two new properties: Hilton Garden Inn Manila Quezon

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Dozens of Sri Lankans Narrowly Escape Engine Fire on Malaysia Airlines Flight

March 18, 2025
Aviation/Sri Lanka

by Our Correspondent in Singapore Dozens of Sri Lankan passengers, along with others aboard Malaysia Airlines Flight MH705, narrowly avoided a potentially catastrophic engine fire shortly after takeoff from Manila’s Ninoy Aquino

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Netanyahu Walks Free, Duterte Shackled

March 11, 2025
Editorials/Geopolitics

Editorial How many airports has the Butcher of Gaza, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, traversed since the International Criminal Court (ICC) issued the so-called arrest warrant against him? How many bombs has he

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Former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte Arrested on ICC Warrant

March 11, 2025
Human Rights/Philippines/World

Former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte has been arrested on an International Criminal Court (ICC) warrant for alleged crimes against humanity linked to his controversial war on drugs. Duterte was taken into custody

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Former Philippines Leader Duterte Flees to Hong Kong Amid ICC Arrest Rumors

March 11, 2025
Philippines/World

Rodrigo Duterte, the former president of the Philippines, has fled to Hong Kong amid growing speculation that the International Criminal Court (ICC) is preparing to issue an arrest warrant against him over

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Philippines Probes China-Linked Donations Amid Rising Espionage Concerns

March 5, 2025
Defence/Diplomacy

The Philippine government has launched an investigation into donations made by Chinese Communist Party-affiliated groups, following the arrest of four Chinese nationals on suspicion of espionage. Authorities are seeking to determine whether

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Duterte Faces Criminal Investigation After Suggesting Senators Be Killed

February 19, 2025
Philippines/World

Rodrigo Duterte, the former president of the Philippines, is once again at the center of controversy after remarks suggesting that rival senators should be killed to make way for candidates from his

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Philippines’ Xianbin Jiao Moves Threaten China’s Sovereignty

August 23, 2024
Diplomacy/News

by Joseph Matthews The Philippine coast guard’s actions in Xianbin Jiao waters in the South China Sea have not only seriously violated China’s territorial sovereignty, but also posed a threat to regional

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Philippine Women Condemn Japan’s WWII Apathy

August 15, 2024
Diplomacy/News

An organization fighting for justice for Philippine wartime sexual slavery victims of the Japanese troops during World War II slammed Japan’s remorseless to its cruelties and atrocities during the war. “Lila Pilipina

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India Supports Philippines in South China Sea

July 24, 2024
Defence/Diplomacy

My enemy’s enemy is my friend is a fitting adage for India; ‘s support to the Philippines which is fighting a battle royale in the  South China Sea with China. Chinese Coast

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Why External Powers Should Avoid Fueling South China Sea Tensions

May 27, 2024
Diplomacy

The South China Sea remains a complex issue that lacks simple resolutions and has been distorted bigger than the issue itself in nature. It is essential for members of the Association of

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Exploiting China’s goodwill and tolerance leads to nowhere

May 19, 2024
Diplomacy

Some Philippine politicians have been actively provoking China in issues related to the South China Sea regardless of continuous restraint and goodwill from China. In latest provocative moves, backed by some politicians,

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China Coast Guard issues warnings to trespassing Philippine vessels

May 16, 2024
China/News

The China Coast Guard on Wednesday issued radio warnings to Philippine ships trespassing into the waters under China’s jurisdiction. On the same day, when answering a foreign media question on Filipino fishing

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