Philippines-Paraguay sign key trade, investment deals
The deals were signed during the official visit of Paraguay President Santiago Peña to the Philippines on Monday—the first leader from the South American country to visit…
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Paraguay President Peña arrives in Philippines for official visit, meeting with Philippine counterpart Marcos
The two leaders are expected to hold a bilateral meeting to explore avenues for enhanced cooperation and mutual development across a range of sectors, including trade, investment,…
Philippine journalist union: Red-tagging, abuse of libel laws still prevalent
The National Union of Journalists of the Philippines called out the government for failing to protect media workers from red-tagging and state-sponsored harassment as the country…
FBI offers $25,000 bounty for Filipino suspect in child crimes
The FBI on Saturday (Philippine time) posted a wanted notice for Austin Jan Sy Yatco, 27, of San Pedro, Laguna.
President Marcos: Philippines to work with Vatican to protect migrant rights
The president made the commitment during his speech commemorating the 75th anniversary of diplomatic relations between Manila and the Vatican in Intramuros, Manila.
Philippine President Marcos to decide on fuel excise tax after April 7 meeting
The Department of Finance, however, warned that suspending the collection of excise tax on fuels from May to December would result in revenue loss of at least P121 billion.
Iran asked to designate Philippines ‘non‑hostile’ for safe Hormuz passage
Sharing details of the bilateral meeting, Palace Press Officer Claire Castro said Foreign Affairs Secretary Maria Theresa Lazaro emphasised that the designation is “vital for…
Philippine President Marcos orders expedited Marawi rehabilitation projects
The President was also updated on the proposed funding sources and mechanisms to prevent further procurement delays that could affect civil works.
ASEAN states working on fuel-sharing deal
This measure, through which ASEAN countries can provide petroleum supplies to neighbors facing shortages of at least 10 percent of their requirements, comes as the conflict in the…
Philippine State Palace, print media join forces vs fake news
Presidential Communications Office Secretary Dave Gomez likened fake news, disinformation, and misinformation to “venom that poisons the hearts and minds” of Filipinos,…