By IntelliNews Indonesia and the Philippines have formalised a strategic alliance to unify the regional nickel industry, effectively creating a nickel cartel that controls nearly three-quarters of the …
Running On Empty – Philippines’ Nickel Sector And The Fuel Crisis
Shipping disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz have hit the Philippines harder than anywhere else in Asia, as the country imports 98% of its oil from the Middle East.
Balikatan 2026: US, Japan, Philippines flex military muscle amid China tensions
Analysts say this year’s drills, which stress tested a new generation of mobile strike capabilities, were a pointed display of resolve It took less than six minutes for Japan’s Type 88 missile to find …
PHL, Indonesia set up ‘nickel’ corridor
In a landmark collaboration aimed at boosting economic ties and resource sovereignty, the Philippines and Indonesia have announced the establishment of an “Indo-Phil nickel corridor.” This initiative, …
The Philippines downplays stagflation risk and will boost its spending, says finance chief
The Philippines pledged a rapid ramp-up in government spending starting this month to revive an economy hit by a sharp slowdown in growth and surging consumer prices.
Philippines, Vietnam agree on fixed-price rice deal till April 2027
MANILA, Philippines — The Philippines and Vietnam have agreed to establish a rice trade mechanism to help secure stable rice supply on a fixed price until April 2027, the Department of Agriculture …
U.S. stages largest-ever annual military drills in the Philippines
U.S. and allies hold their largest drills yet in the Philippines near Taiwan, showcasing new tactics and alliances to deter China—while Beijing stages its own exercises nearby.
Filinvest Land dominates Fiabci 2026 Awards for third consecutive year
FILINVEST Land Inc. (FLI) earned 11 major recognitions at the Fiabci Philippines Property and Real Estate Excellence Awards 2026, including “Developer of the Year” for the third consecutive year and …
Japan, Philippines Finalizing Transfer of Destroyer Escorts
Japan and the Philippines are finalizing the details of the transfer of Japanese Abukuma-class destroyer escorts, as both countries seek to boost naval cooperation amid maritime territorial disputes …
Airspace restricted and thousands evacuated as Mayon volcano erupts in Philippines
Authorities in the Philippines evacuated thousands of people from the south of Manila on Sunday after the Mayon volcano erupted. They cautioned people to stay out of the danger zone, designated as an …