Philippines, Japan sign reciprocal access agreement
The RAA will serve as the legal basis for both countries’ troops entering each other’s territory for joint military exercises.
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‘Monster’ vs Magbanua: New source of tension between Philippines and China sea dispute
The presence of the largest coast guard vessels of the Philippines and China at Escoda underscores the heightening maritime conflict between the two countries.
Thailand willing to support Philippine defence industries
The Philippines and Thailand have ratified a memorandum of understanding in 2021 to expand defense industrial cooperation, which could include defense trade and joint research,…
Philippine health department eyes ‘food porn’ ban after vlogger’s death
"Food pornography" or mukbang, a portmanteau of Korean words “meokda” (eat) and “bangsong” (broadcast), involves videos, usually live-streamed, of a person eating large…
Decentralising development in the Philippines
Due largely to better employment opportunities and access to services, a quarter of the population has migrated from other regions to the wealthier GCR. Infrastructure is the most…
Armed Forces of the Philippines wants China to pay P60M for June 17 attack
The June 17 attack at Ayungin (Second Thomas) Shoal entailed the Chinese coast guard wounded a Filipino sailor, confiscated firearms, and destroyed naval equipment.
Philippine government rolls out ‘P29 per kilo’ rice program for low-income folk
The rice will be sold not to the general public but to “vulnerable” segments of the population: senior citizens, single parents, persons with disabilities, and beneficiaries…
Leonardo DiCaprio urges President Marcos Jr. to protect a nature reserve just outside Metro Manila
The Hollywood actor and environmentalist's message comes amid reported commercial encroachment and the planned cancellation of Masungi Georeserve's contract with the government.
Philippine-Japan troop access pact for signing July 8
The historic pact would allow the two allies and former wartime enemies to deploy troops on each other’s soil.
Michelin-trained Chinese-Filipino chef Harvey Hsieh on the power of grit, gumption, and good food
The chef de cuisine of Hong Kong’s Michelin-starred restaurant Vea talks about his culinary journey and creative vision.