Kessa was just 13 years old when she became pregnant with her daughter. A “taboo topic” in the Philippines, she hadn’t felt able to ask anyone about sex and received no education about it in school.
Philippines to host men’s World Championship for first time in 2025
The Philippines will host the men’s volleyball World Championship for the first time in 2025, the sport’s ruling bodies said on Wednesday, as the event returns to Asia after a 19-year absence.
Philippines sees up to $6 bln of investments in casino sector in next 5 years
Foreign and domestic firms are expected to invest much as $6 billion in the Philippines’ casino sector in the next five years, the head of its gaming regulator said, bolstering its status among Asia’s …
Blinken stands by US’ ‘ironclad commitment’ to defend Philippines amid fears of China conflict
Secretary of State Antony Blinken on Tuesday reiterated the United States’ “ironclad commitment” to defend the Philippines as rising tensions with China in the South China Sea raise fears of a broader …
Philippines can soar to become US$2-trillion economy: WEF
MANILA: The Philippines can become a US$2-trillion economy in the next decade—comparable with the size of Canada, Italy and Brazil today — if it could continue key reforms and sustain strong economic …
Blinken underscores ‘ironclad’ support for the Philippines as it clashes with China in disputed sea
Secretary of State Antony Blinken has underscored Washington’s “ironclad commitment” to help defend the Philippines in case of an armed attack against its forces …
Philippines could be a $2-trillion economy in next decade —World Economic Forum
Brende added that the Philippines should further improve the ease of doing business by cutting red tape and bureaucratic processes. I know the government is on this. Of course, this is not something …
Blinken says U.S. has ‘ironclad commitment’ to Philippines alliance in Manila
Secretary of State Antony Blinken assured Philippines officials of U.S. support and its strong ties and the island nation continues to feel pressure from China.
Blinken reiterates support for the Philippines amid tensions with China
Speaking in Manila, Secretary of State Antony Blinken said the U.S. shared its ally’s concerns about Beijing’s growing aggression in the South China Sea and reiterated that the Biden administration …
Blinken Warns China Against Armed Attack on Philippines
The secretary of state struck a balance seemingly meant to deter China while avoiding a dangerous escalation with Beijing.