Chinese ‘swarming’ continues despite Manila’s 48 protests
The diplomatic protests covered incidents involving illegal fishing and the illegal presence of Chinese vessels, among other issues.
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Face mask to be optional in Philippines when outdoors
Secretary of Health Vergeire, who earlier criticised the Cebu City government’s policy, said face masks would still be a must in public transportation.
Bongbong Marcos reaps $14.36 billion in investment pledges abroad
These, he said, were in sectors of renewable energy, data centres, e-commerce, broadband technology, startups, government housing, and agriculture.
Smell of success: PH durian soon exported to China
“They successfully completed the risk assessment of the orchard harvesting, fruit packaging, pest monitoring”, among other evaluations, reported the Chinese Ambassador.
Sexual abuse in Philippine schools: The silent scream of students
A study found 17.1 per cent of children experienced sexual violence while growing up, with 5.3 percent of the cases committed in schools.
Singapore offers more healthcare jobs for Filipinos: Bongbong Marcos
“If the jobs in the Philippines are already complete, we still have the opportunity to show how good our overseas workers are,” he added.
P1 billion fund allotted for Marawi victims
The fund will be used to compensate tax-free, residential and commercial property owners whose structures were destroyed in the 2017 siege as part of a rehabilitation program.
Philippines, US coast guards conclude joint search and rescue drills off Bataan
US Ambassador to the Philippines MaryKay Loss Carlson said that the mission also intended to contribute toward attaining a connected, open, and secure Indo-Pacific region.
Former VP Leni Robredo gets Harvard Kennedy School invite
As a Hauser Leader, she will have a series of engagements with students and other members of the Harvard community.
A demographic transition for Philippines
While the country seems to be on the cusp of reaping the rewards of the “demographic dividend,” several developments would have to take place before we start benefitting from…