China, Russia agree on need for closer coordination
China and Russia agreed on November 12 to strengthen coordination, maintain their ties and pursue the vitalisation of both countries' development as they jointly promote global…
COP 29: Haggling over climate cash ‘very humiliating,’ says Bangladesh Chief Adviser Yunus
The 84-year-old micro-finance pioneer, who took over after the toppling of autocratic leader Sheikh Hasina in August, likened the haggling at the UN COP29 climate summit to a…
Vietnam lifts anti-dumping duties on imported cold-rolled stainless steel
The decision to lift duties from Taiwan, Indonesia, Malaysia and China, was made based on the implementation of the World Trade Organisation’s regulations, the Law on Foreign…
Behold the Philippine-made pearl-encrusted Miss Universe 2024 crown
Called the “Lumière de l’Infini” (Light of Infinity), the crown is created by Filipino craftsmen using rare south sea pearls harvested off the coasts of Palawan.
‘Are you a T?’ is a new put-down in South Korea
By definition, people who test as T -- "thinking" -- tend to be more objective and logical, while those who test as F -- "feeling" -- tend to be more sensitive and emotionally…
Philippine fishers report latest Chinese ‘ramming,’ blockade at Escoda
Escoda (Sabina) Shoal lies 150 kms west of Palawan, well within the country’s exclusive economic zone.
All eyes on China at APEC event
China's growing presence in Peru is significant not only for the country but also for its neighbors in South America and other partners in Asia, says an expert.
U.S. election results may have influenced Russia, North Korea move toward mutual defence treaty
When it comes into effect after the exchange of ratification documents, it will effectively mark the revival of their military alliance for the first time in 28 years.
Former Philippine President Duterte free to surrender to ICC if he wishes, says government
A red notice from Interpol could mean Mr. Duterte’s arrest—and the government says it won’t stand in the way.
PM Ishiba’s cabinet approval up 9 points; supporters cite lack of ‘other good people’
The nationwide survey was conducted on Monday and Tuesday following the inauguration of the second Ishiba administration.