The Philippines going back in business is evidenced by the improving economic condition, and with the government’s catch-up spending, a growth target of 6 to 7 percent for 2023 could be seen, he said.
Business groups bullish over Recto appointment as Finance chief
MANILA, Philippines: Business groups are bullish over the appointment of House of Representatives’ Deputy Speaker and Batangas Sixth District Rep. Ralph Recto as the new Finance chief, saying that he …
Europe Concerned With South China Sea, German Minister Says
Europe is concerned about rising tensions in the South China Sea between the Philippines and China, Germany’s Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock said, prompting an immediate rebuke from Beijing.
German foreign minister, in Philippines, raps China’s ‘risky manoeuvres’ in South China Sea
Germany’s foreign minister criticised the Chinese coastguard’s activities in the South China Sea, including its use of lasers and water cannon, during a visit on Thursday to the Philippines, saying …
Marcos in vin d’honneur: Philippines back on feet after COVID-19 pandemic
The Philippines is back on its feet from the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic, President Ferdinand ‘Bongbong’ Marcos Jr. said during the annual Vin D’ Honneur in Malacañang on Thursday.
Is Recto new finance chief? Wife says yes
MANILA, Philippines: Deputy Speaker and Batangas Sixth District Rep. Ralph Recto will be sworn in as Finance secretary by President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr. on Friday, January 12, his wife, …
Germany ready to help de-escalate tensions in disputed South China Sea, its foreign minister says
Germany’s top diplomat says China’s actions in the South China Sea violate the rights of Asian coastal states like the Philippines and threaten freedom of navigation, but adds that the territorial …
Germany’s Baerbock in Philippines to discuss South China Sea disputes
German Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock begins a short two-day visit to South-East Asia on Thursday, with a first stop in the Philippines. Baerbock aims to understand the territorial disputes in the …
Indonesia’s Widodo commits to re-examine Mary Jane Veloso’s case
Metro Manila (CNN Philippines, January 11) — Indonesian President Joko Widodo committed to re-examine the case of overseas Filipino worker Mary Jane Veloso, who is on death row in Indonesia over …
Unfinished Business in the Philippines
EVER since the United States surprised the world, and itself, by taking possession of the Philippines in 1898, the Islands have (among greater accomplishments) provided writers and orators with an …