BEIJING/TAIPEI, June 1 (Reuters) – China’s Coast Guard on Monday said it had conducted “law enforcement” patrols in waters east of Taiwan in response to Japan and the Philippines’ plans to launch …
China Sends Patrol East of Taiwan After Tokyo-Manila Talks
China said it sent Coast Guard vessels on “law enforcement patrols” to the east of Taiwan, a show of displeasure after Japan and the Philippines agreed to hold talks on maritime borders in the area.
DHL Express eyes double-digit growth in Philippine business
DHL Express Philippines targets double-digit growth driven by rising SME exports, expanding trade opportunities, and infrastructure investments in Cebu and Clark.
As ASEAN manufacturing race heats up, can the Philippines still compete in EVs, AI?
The global shift toward EVs, automation, and AI-powered production is accelerating the race among Southeast Asian economies to attract investments, modernize factories, and secure a bigger role in …
Japan, Philippines to discuss information sharing pact to ease arms exports
TOKYO, May 28 (Reuters) – Japan and the Philippines said on Thursday they would begin talks on an agreement to share classified information to allow Tokyo to step up transfers of military equipment to …
Pete Hegseth, facing scandal at home, reaffirms U.S. support for the Philippines against China
MANILA, Philippines — Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth reaffirmed Washington’s “ironclad” commitment to a defense treaty with the Philippines on Friday and pledged to deploy advanced capabilities to its …
Fitch: Philippines Islamic finance market trails region
MANILA, Philippines — The Philippines’ Islamic finance market remains small despite recent regulatory and funding milestones, as the broader Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) industry …
Two suspected American communist insurgents killed in clash in the Philippines
Lyle Prijoles and Kai Dana-Rene Sorem were among 19 killed in a Philippine army firefight with suspected communist insurgents tied to the New People’s Army.
Video Shows Meteor Falling Behind Mayon Volcano in Philippines
Webcam video captured a spectacular sight of a meteor falling behind the Mayon volcano in the Philippines as it was erupting. Scientists say the meteor disintegrated during its plunge through the …
Japan, Philippines to Begin Negotiations on Intelligence Sharing Agreement
A General Security of Military Information Agreement (GSOMIA) is expected to be high on the agenda when President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. visits Japan later this week.