Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte has placed the country's main island, Luzon, under a ‘state of calamity’ to speed up relief and rehabilitation efforts, after it was hit last week by Typhoon Vamco ... ( read original story ...)
Philippines likely to import rice next year – DA chief
The Philippines may have to hike its rice imports again next year as the consecutive typhoons that recently hit the country are projected to negatively impact the ability to produce the Filipinos’ ... ( read original story ...)
Saudi pharma firm eyes $30 million investment in Philippines
A pharmaceutical firm from Saudi Arabia is looking to invest $30 million to set up a manufacturing facility in the country, the Philippine Economic Zone Authority (PEZA) said. PEZA director general ... ( read original story ...)
Japan to review drone security in check against China, report says
Japan could soon step up drone security, possibly eliminating China-made vehicles from its fleet. Tokyo plans to strengthen security measures for drones used to monitor dams, ports and power plants. ( read original story ...)
Japan launches first ship of new frigate class
The frigate will also be equipped with anti-mine and anti-submarine sonars, and have a hangar for operating license-produced Seahawk helicopters. ( read original story ...)
Japan records high of daily virus cases, amid worrying spike
Japan reported a record number of daily coronavirus infections Thursday, amid a worrying spike in a country that has been spared the worst of the pandemic and hopes to host ... ( read original story ...)
Pakistan PM Khan lands in Kabul on his maiden visit
Pakistani Prime Minister Imran Khan has visited neighbouring Afghanistan, where he vowed to “do everything” to help curb violence and push for a ceasef ... ( read original story ...)
Pakistan Vows to Help Afghanistan Achieve Cease-Fire
Pakistani Prime Minister Imran Khan assured leaders of war-torn neighboring Afghanistan Thursday his government will do its utmost to help them in their bid to seek a reduction in Taliban-led violence ... ( read original story ...)
Twitter faces renewed heat in India over inaction against anti-court posts
Social media giant Twitter Inc faced censure from Indian legislators for a second time in weeks for failing to take down posts critical of India's top court and judges that a parliamentary panel ... ( read original story ...)
Hong Kong stocks slip from eight-month high on renewed concerns about Covid-19 lockdowns
Hong Kong stocks retreated from an eight-month high as heightened concerns about the Covid-19 infections hurt sentiment, tempering recent enthusiasm about the arrival of effective vaccines. The Hang ... ( read original story ...)