New visitors are flocking to the Philippines’ Sulu Archipelago. But the specter of violence — both real and imagined — persists.
Philippines defends U.S. missile system deployment, seeks to acquire its own
The Philippines’ defence minister on Tuesday justified the country’s deployment of a U.S. medium-range missile system and plans to acquire its own, despite opposition from China, a longstanding rival …
Philippines says it will acquire U.S. Typhon missile system, sparking warnings from China
The Philippines says it plans to buy the U.S. Typhon missile system as part of a push to secure its maritime interests, sparking warnings from China of a regional “arms race.”
Increasing ‘Christmas Typhoons’ Dampen Philippines Holiday Season
The Southeast Asian nation’s monthslong festive period is more frequently being marked by climate devastation.
‘Goodbye Philippines,’ other firecrackers banned by Cebu City
Cebu City is taking a hardline stance against hazardous holiday explosives to curb injuries and maintain order during the holidays. Cebu City Mayor Raymond Alvin Garcia has outlawed the sale, use, and distribution of infamously dangerous firecrackers,
Globe Business empowers cooperatives with latest tech
Globe Business is empowering cooperatives across the Philippines with cutting-edge technology to enhance member engagement, streamline operations and …
It’s going to be a wet Christmas in the Philippines
MANILA: Heavy to intense rains will prevail in several areas in Luzon and Visayas on Christmas Eve and on Christmas Day due to the shear line, the state weather bureau said on Tuesday (Dec 24).
Typhon Arrives: Philippines Enhances Maritime Security
Securing Maritime Interests with Advanced Defense Systems The Philippines has announced its plan to acquire the U.S.-made Typhon missile system as part of its effort to safeguard its maritime interests.
China says Philippine plan to deploy midrange missiles would be ‘extremely irresponsible’
China says a plan by the Philippines to deploy midrange missiles would be a provocative move that stokes regional tensions.
Drop in number of Chinese students in Philippines ‘deeply concerning’ amid strained ties
Experts say the decline is a result of stricter visa rules and country’s current atmosphere of paranoia that discourages Chinese visitors.