It is the first time on record that more than three tropical storms have occurred at the same time in November in the region.
China Sends Military to Disputed Territory to Warn US Ally
The Philippines’ defense chief warned of “an increasing demand by Beijing for us to concede our sovereign rights.” …
Typhoon Usagi rapidly intensifies to Category 4, on track toward Philippines
Category 4 Typhoon Usagi and Tropical Storm Man-Yi are next on the list of storms expected to strike the region.
Philippines, Australia to join key military drills for the first time in 2025
MANILA, Philippines — Philippine troops will join Australia’s largest military exercise for the first time next year, while the Australian Defense Force will make their debut in Philippine-led war games, both countries’ defense chiefs announced Wednesday …
China Warns Philippines Over New Maritime Laws, ‘Unilateral Actions’
China Warns Philippines Over New Maritime Laws, ‘Unilateral Actions’ BEIJING (Reuters) – China’s embassy warned the Philippines to cease any “unilateral actions” after Manila brought in two new maritime laws meant to define territory, sea lanes and air routes.
Images show devastating floods from Tropical Storm Toraji in Philippines
Devastating floods struck the northern Philippines on Monday, when Tropical Storm Toraji became the fourth tropical storm to hit the island nation in three weeks. Toraji, locally known as Nika, made landfall Monday morning as a typhoon near San Agustin in …
Can ‘troublemaker’ Philippines acquire US-made missiles of its own?
The Philippines aims to enhance its defence capabilities by buying its own mid-range missiles, but questions about feasibility loom large.
Can ‘troublemaker’ Philippines acquire US-made missiles of its own?
The Philippines aims to enhance its defence capabilities by buying its own mid-range missiles, but questions about feasibility loom large.
Philippines set to receive billions as P7-trillion climate fund announced
The world’s development banks have committed to increase their joint financial support for climate adaptation and resiliency among low- and middle-income countries, including the Philippines, to P7.05 …
China holds sea and air combat drills at the disputed Scarborough Shoal
BEIJING (AP) — China held sea and air combat drills Wednesday at the disputed Scarborough Shoal, an area of reefs and rocks the Philippines also claims in the South China Sea.