President Marcos signs P5.768 trillion 2024 national budget
“It is wrong to say that the budget merely pays for the overhead of the bureaucracy, it is more than that, it funds the elimination of problems that we as a nation must…
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Philippines needs ‘paradigm shift’ in dealing with sea row: Marcos
China’s foreign ministry said the recent incidents were “entirely caused” by the Philippines but that maritime disputes did not depict the “whole story” of both…
P500 billion cash assistance for 48 million poor families included in Philippines’ 2024 budget
President Marcos is set to sign the proposed 2024 spending program in scheduled ceremonies at the Palace.
Diplomatic efforts fail: Marcos eyes radical solution in West Philippine Sea row
President Marcos also reiterated that he does not want any more incidents, as mistakes tend to trigger violent conflicts.
Civilian role in kicking China out of Philippine waters growing, crucial
As pointed out by former Senior Associate Justice Antonio Carpio, the disputed area in the South China Sea is even larger than the total land area of the Philippines, which is…
COVID-19 cases daily surge by 50% nationwide in Philippines
The Department of Health reported that allotted intensive care unit beds and non-ICU beds for COVID-19 patients are 12.9 per cent and 18.3 per cent occupied.
Filipino who was held hostage by Hamas finally arrives home in Philippines
Despite his traumatic experience, Jimmy Pacheco said he’ll go back to Israel and continue his work as an overseas Filipino worker.
Preisdent Marcos says he and PM Kishida want visiting forces deal ‘ASAP’
The deal, which has been negotiated since last month, would provide the legal basis for the armed forces of Manila and Tokyo to enter each other’s territory.
President Marcos asks Japan to back efforts for carbon neutrality
Japan is among the world’s leading greenhouse gas emitters, according to a United Nations report.
Philippines needs strong ties with allies: President Marcos
In December, the United States, Japan and the Philippines vowed to strengthen bilateral cooperation following China’s aggression in the West Philippine Sea.