Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte has approved the release of an additional P5-billion fund to help Filipino expats across the world weather the Covid-19 crisis. The country’s labour secretary, …
For 10th straight day, Philippines records above 3,000 COVID-19 cases as total tops 126,000
The number of coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) cases in the Philippines surpassed 126,000 on Saturday after the Department of Health (DOH) reported 4,226 new infections, bringing the total to …
Philippines Has Resources to Endure Virus, Finance Chief Says
The Philippines has resources for a “protracted” fight against the pandemic and its effects on the economy, which contracted by a record in the second quarter, according to Finance Secretary Carlos …
Philippines confirms 4,226 new coronavirus cases, 41 more deaths
The Philippines’ health ministry on Saturday reported 4,226 new coronavirus infections and 41 additional deaths.
Philippines worse than Indonesia? No worries, says Palace
There’s no cause for concern regarding reports that the Philippines has overtaken Indonesia as the Southeast Asian nation with the highest number of coronavirus infections, presidential spokesman …
How Philippines Got Runaway COVID-19 Caseload, an Outlier in Asia
The Philippines has become a COVID-19 outlier in East Asia with a runaway caseload because initial stay-home orders ended early and people struggle to practice social distancing despite strict rules, …
The Philippines government could use COVID-19 outbreak to crack down on dissent, critics warn
“In an environment of horrific rights abuses and impunity, the situation is bound to worsen,” a human rights watchdog said.
Philippines open to Qatar investments in digital banking, says central bank official
The Philippines’ central bank or the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) is open to potential investments from Qatar in the field of digital banking and Financial Technology (Fintech), according to a …
Review: As press freedom is threatened in the Philippines, democracy dies by ‘A Thousand Cuts’
New documentary profiles renowned journalist Maria Ressa as she and her outlet do battle with the Philippines’ President Rodrigo Duterte.
Philippines Defends Coronavirus Response After Soaring Cases
The Philippines has seen a jump in coronavirus infections due to intensified testing, the presidential spokesman said on Friday, defending the country’s response to the pandemic after overtaking …