The Philippines in November suspended its decision to terminate the VFA for a second time to allow it to work with Washington on a long-term mutual defence pact.
Pregnancy among minors in the Philippines at an alarming rate —POPCOM
Incidence of pregnancy among minors in the Philippines remained at an alarming rate, according to the Commission on Population and Development (POPCOM). In a statement on Sunday, Population and …
‘Immaculate gown’ conceived to honor 500 years of Christianity in Philippines
Singer Jamie Rivera, who performed the official mission song of the commemoration, was clad in a so-called “immaculate gown” crafted by bridal and evening gown designer Mak Tumang.
Philippines vows action if new China coast guard law triggers ‘incident’
Despite the assurance that the legislation will pose “no threat, ” Locsin said the Philippines’ protest against the law stands. “It was carefully pointed out that there is no exact delineation of …
EU calls on Philippines to address EJKs
The European Union has called on the Philippines to address extrajudicial killings and improve governance in the context of promoting human rights and holding violators accountable as part of their …
Philippines plans $23.7 bln fund-raising for budget, infrastructure projects
The Philippines aims to raise $23.71 billion from external sources to bridge a planned budget deficit and fund priority projects this year, including $5.5 billion from the commercial markets, the …
The ethics of hiring cheap Filipino staff: Crypto in the Philippines Part 2
Is it right for the crypto industry to be employing Filipino blockchain developers that earn several times less than their Australian counterparts? The answer may not be that simple.
The ethics of hiring cheap Filipino staff: Crypto in the Philippines Part 2
Is it right for the crypto industry to be employing Filipino blockchain developers that earn several times less than their Australian counterparts? The answer may not be that simple.
Philippines to start vaccination of frontline health workers Feb. 15
The Philippines targets to start coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) vaccinations of frontline healthcare workers next Tuesday, February 15, as the government aims to inoculate the sector’s 1.4 …
Magnitude 6.3 earthquake strikes southern Philippines
A strong earthquake with 6.3 magnitude struck the southern province of Davao del Sur in the Philippines on Sunday, with damage and aftershocks expected, the country’s seismology agency said.