The Philippines has blamed Chinese fishermen for a massive loss of giant clams in a disputed shoal controlled by China’s coast guard in the South China Sea and urged an international inquiry into the …
Philippines blames China for loss of giant clams in disputed shoal and urges environmental inquiry
The Philippines has blamed Chinese fishermen for a massive loss of giant clams in a disputed shoal controlled by China’s coast guard in the South China Sea and urged an international inquiry into the …
Embracing financial inclusion and financial health for national progress
In the heart of Southeast Asia, the Philippines is poised at a pivotal juncture, with the power to significantly reshape its economic landscape …
Philippines takes China to Task over Coral Reef Destruction
The Philippines is challenging China to open Scarborough Shoal to international scrutiny after it accused Beijing of destroying
Philippines’ DPWH completes road rehabilitation project in Bongabong
The Philippines’ Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) has announced the completion of a domestic road rehabilitation project in Bongabong, Oriental Mindoro.
Cebu, Philippines, in state of calamity, suffers US$3.1 million in damages to crops, livestock
The governor of Cebu, the Philippines, Gwendolyn Garcia, declared on May 17 the entire province under a state of calamity as 32 of its 50 local governments reported ₱176.8 million (US$3.1 million) in damages to crops and livestock amid the onslaught of El Niño.
LANDBANK spurs financial independence for OFWs with P2.68-B in loans
MANILA — Land Bank of the Philippines (LANDBANK) continues to strengthen its commitment to Overseas Filipino Workers (OFWs) seeking to permanently return home and achieve financial security through …
South China Sea: why the Philippines needs a Chinese energy deal
Jointly exploring and exploiting the oil and gas in the South China Sea would invigorate ties and solve Philippine gas supply woes. But Marcos Jnr must find the political determination and courage to make the first move.
Philippines: Digital Lender Maya Bank and WeFund Ink $48m Loan Deal
According to Maya Bank, this loan channeling deal sets a new standard for inclusivity in the Philippines’ financial landscape. The collaboration aims to provide immediate access to capital for more …
Marcos’ new human rights ‘super body’: abuse window-dressing in the Philippines?
Critics say the Philippine president’s new rights ‘super body’ is superfluous – and an attempt to ‘deodorise his administration’s odious human rights record’.