The birds – only 70 to 400 are left today – are the first to be successfully bred at Bird Paradise. Read more at straitstimes.com.
Did Trump snub Philippines’ Marcos Jnr by not inviting him to his inauguration?
Manila, a city often gripped by viral political rumour and social media disinformation, was abuzz earlier this month with talk about Marcos Jnr’s exclusion from Trump’s swearing-in on Monday. Harry Roque,
Philippines, UAE’s Masdar agree $15 bln renewable energy project
United Arab Emirates state energy firm Masdar has signed a $15 billion renewable energy deal with the Philippines to develop solar, wind and battery energy storage systems, providing it with up to 1 …
The Philippines is building a new city from scratch to withstand extreme weather. Will it work?
New Clark City could be a beacon of hope—or a greenwashed illusion. The highway approaching New Clark City is wide—four lanes each way in places—but carries little traffic. Newly installed street lamps,
Philippines, UAE’s Masdar agree $15 billion renewable energy project
United Arab Emirates state energy firm Masdar has signed a $15 billion renewable energy deal with the Philippines to develop solar, wind and battery energy storage systems, providing it with up to 1 …
Philippines, China pledge to seek common ground on South China Sea
The Philippines and China agreed to seek common ground and find ways to cooperate despite their disagreements in the South China Sea, their foreign ministries said on Thursday, as heated rows persist …
Jollibee opens first Tiong Bahru Bakery in Philippines
Asian food conglomerate Jollibee Foods Corp. recently opened the first branch of Singaporean food concept Tiong Bahru Bakery in the Philippines, marking the bakery’s first international branch.
The Politics of ‘Ayuda’ in the Philippines
Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. signed the 2025 national budget with a provision for the “conditional implementation” of some items, including a controversial “ayuda” (aid) program for the poor.
Japan, Philippines Urge Trump to Maintain US Security in Asia
Both nations plan to engage Trump’s administration and China diplomatically to ensure stability in the Indo-Pacific region.
Japan and Philippines plan to convey to Trump the need for US engagement in Asia
Japan and the Philippines will convey to President-elect Donald Trump the urgent need for the U.S. to remain committed to help uphold the rule of law in an Asian region where security concerns have become “increasingly severe,