The landing comes as the United States and Philippines strengthen military relations as China becomes more aggressive in the South China Sea.
A rare murder conviction in the Philippines reveals a ‘broken’ justice system
Since former President Rordrigo Duterte launched his so-called “war on drugs” in 2016, convictions of law enforcement officers have been rare. But the recent murder conviction of former police officer …
Ohmyhome: the launchpad of modern PH real estate
which features all available properties? Enter Ohmyhome, the Philippines’ premier property technology platform. Ohmyhome partnered with the Philippines’ top real estate developers to provide buyers …
Philippines finds sunken fuel tanker 3 weeks after spill
A leaking fuel tanker that sank off the central Philippines three weeks ago has been found using an underwater robot from Japan, a provincial governor said on Tuesday, as authorities sought more …
Philippines gaming regulator weighs sale of casinos for $1.47 billion
The Philippines’ gaming regulator is considering selling all 41 casinos it operates to raise 80 billion pesos ($1.47 billion) in government revenue and in order to focus on its regulatory functions, …
Philippines oil spill sparks controversy as ship sighted: What you need to know
Image Credit: Gov. Homberlito Dolor Manila: The ill-fated oil tanker MT Princess Empress that recently sank off in central Philippines was finally spotted on Tuesday (March 21, 2022) on the sea floor off Mindoro island with the help of a remotely operated …
US, Philippines Break Ground on $25 Runway Rehabilitation Project
The upgrade at Manila’s Basa Air Base is part of $82 million in U.S.-funded infrastructure upgrades at military bases included under a 2014 defense pact.
US making Philippines a pawn as it pushes for access to more military bases: expert
The US is attempting to make the Philippines a pawn in countering China, and its actions are endangering multilateral security cooperation mechanisms in Southeast Asia, experts warned on Tuesday after the two countries reportedly announced new sites for US …
Philippines eyes $1.5bn from sale of state-owned casinos
The Philippines is looking to fetch around 80 billion pesos ($1.47 billion) from the sale of dozens of small, state-owned casinos, the head of the country’s gaming authority said on Tuesday. The …
Philippines a less happier country in 2022 – drops from 60th to 76th place in the world: report
The Philippines was a less happier country in 2022 as it moved down from the 60th to 76th rank in the annual survey that measures the level of happiness of people across the globe.