Japan has officially approved a special defense agreement with the Philippines, making it possible for military drills between the two countries to begin. This agreement is called the Reciprocal …
AFP says Philippines-Japan RAA `significant step in regional stability’
The Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) has welcomed the ratification of the Reciprocal Access Agreement (RAA) by Japan’s National Diet, citing that it is a “significant step in advancing bilateral …
Chinese CFO arrested in the Philippines amid embezzlement accusations: Trial Balance
The finance chief’s arrest comes as scrutiny grows over companies serving gamblers blocked from online play in mainland China.
Philippines unemployment rate rose to 4.1% in April 2025
The Philippines’ unemployment rate climbed to 4.1 percent in April 2025 from 4.0 percent a year earlier, the Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA) said on …
United Nations in the Philippines presents 2024 results of its work and 2025 prospects
Manila. In the first year of implementing the 2024–2028 Sustainable Development Cooperation Framework—the newly signed agreement outlining joint efforts with the Philippine Government—the United …
Japan debt watcher keeps Philippines’ ‘A’ rating
The Japan Credit Rating Agency (JCR) kept the Philippines’ hard-won “A” rating on expectations that the economy would sustain its “high” growth while staying …
Japan debt watcher keeps Philippines’ ‘A’ rating
The Japan Credit Rating Agency (JCR) kept the Philippines’ hard-won “A” rating on expectations that the economy would sustain its “high” growth while staying …
Business groups sound alarm on inflationary impact, harms of proposed wage hike
Employers Confederation of the Philippines (ECOP), and the Makati Business Club (MBC) raised concern Thursday on the inflationary and economic implications of the proposed legislation increasing the …
Business groups sound alarm on inflationary impact, harms of proposed wage hike
Employers Confederation of the Philippines (ECOP), and the Makati Business Club (MBC) raised concern Thursday on the inflationary and economic implications of the proposed legislation increasing the …
Japan credit watcher affirms Philippines rating
The Japan Credit Rating Agency (JCR) has affirmed its A- rating on the Philippines, citing the country’s sustained high economic growth, robust domestic demand and low external debt levels as key …