A woman from the Philippines who was sentenced to death for drug trafficking in Indonesia said on Tuesday she was ready to begin a new life as she prepared to fly home after the two countries reached …
Malacañang ‘doing everything to hasten’ forfeiture of illegal POGO properties: Bersamin
Malacañang is “doing everything to hasten” the process of forfeiting assets from illegal gambling operations in the Philippines, Executive Secretary Lucas Bersamin said on Tuesday.
Why the Philippines is the Global Leader in Omnichannel Contact Center Outsourcing
The Philippines has long been recognized as the go-to destination for call center and customer service outsourcing. With its highly skilled, English-speaking workforce and favorable business …
P63.2-billion Philippines-South Korea free trade deal gets green light
An executive order for a ?63.2-billion free trade agreement between Manila and Seoul has been approved, according to the National Economic and Development Authority.
China warns citizens in Philippines of safety risks amid surge in robberies and scams
Beijing issues second advisory in 10 days after Chinese nationals in Southeast Asian country fall victim to drugging, theft and fraud.
Endeavor Philippines helps e-commerce entrepreneurs with mentorship, funding
It aims to create a lasting impact on the country’s entrepreneurial ecosystem. Endeavor Philippines is helping e-commerce entrepreneurs to scale their businesses through mentorship, capital, customers …
Philippines ratifies key defence pact with Japan
The Philippines ratified on Monday a key defence pact with Japan, which allows them to deploy troops on each other’s soil as they boost ties to bolster against China’s growing pressure. The pact — …
Inmate Mary Jane Veloso to return to Philippines on Wednesday
Mary Jane Veloso, a Filipina domestic worker who had been on death row in Indonesia for 14 years, is scheduled return to her home country on Wednesday as part of a prisoner transfer agreement between …
US semiconductor firms explore biz opportunities in PH
Executives of semiconductor firms from the United States are in the Philippines to explore business opportunities in the domestic industry. The delegation, which included Semiconductor Industry …
Tell it to SunStar: Ending corruption: A better future for the Philippines
By Giel Eduard Acot Orillosa Equality and equity are as important as the ABCs in life’s classroom. They are easily confusing, but understanding their difference …