A 6.7 magnitude earthquake struck in the Pacific Ocean early Tuesday off the coast of the Philippines, the US Geological Survey said. The quake did not trigger a tsunami alert, according to the US …
7.0-magnitude quake hits 112 km ESE of Sarangani, Philippines: USGS
NEW YORK — An earthquake with a magnitude of 7.0 jolted 112 km ESE of Sarangani, Philippines at 20:48:46 GMT on Monday, the US Geological Survey said. The epicenter, with a depth of 91.0 km, was …
Philippines turns to hackers for help as US warns of China cyberthreat
MANILA: While recent tensions in the South China Sea have highlighted the Philippines’ maritime vulnerabilities, the more insidious risk of state-sponsored cyberattacks – and a lack of resources to …
As China cyber threat grows, Philippines’ understaffed security team turns to hackers for help
While recent tensions in the South China Sea have highlighted the Philippines’ maritime vulnerabilities, the risk of state-sponsored cyberattacks – and a lack of resources to handle them – may be the …
Philippines: 90% of Filipinos Use Fintech Apps in Daily Transactions, Survey Shows
A recent survey conducted by high-impact research firm Capstone-Intel Corp. has revealed a significant trend in the Philippines: 90% of Filipinos now …
Vietnam, Philippines, other Asia-Pacific sovereigns face credit downgrades from flood risk if they fail to adapt: Fitch
Many’ sovereigns in south and southeast Asia are at risk of negative rating action, with Singapore as the exception, the company says International financing for adaptation and green transition purposes is likely to fulfil only a small portion of overall funding needs,
Jeju, South Korea Retreat: Camaraderie Forged, Friendly Flourished
From 7 – 12 December 2023, esteemed partners of Procap International from South Korea, China and the Philippines had a very fruitful retreat on the picturesque island of Jeju, South Korea. During the …
Philippines uses cat bond payout to fund pilot government asset insurance
The government of the Philippines has launched a pilot indemnity insurance arrangement to cover government assets totalling almost US $14.4 billion, but …
Philippines Remains Open to Diplomatic Discussions With China – National Security Adviser
The Philippines remains open to diplomatic discussions with China and believes both nations can achieve a resolution through peaceful dialogue that serves their best interests, its national security …
Philippines central bank to keep policy settings tight
The Philippines’ central bank said on Friday it is necessary to keep monetary policy settings sufficiently tight until a sustained downtrend in inflation becomes evident. It will take appropriate …