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For decades, the country has pinned its hopes on foreign investments and open markets to drive development. Record inflows of over $100 billion last year were…
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For decades, the country has pinned its hopes on foreign investments and open markets to drive development. Record inflows of over $100 billion last year were…
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LAPU-LAPU CITY, Cebu — President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. called for stronger unity and cooperation among Southeast Asian nations as the Philippines hosts the 48th…
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LAPU-LAPU CITY, Cebu — ASEAN leaders are set to address tensions in the South China Sea and the ongoing conflict in the Middle East as they gather for the 48th…
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LAPU-LAPU CITY, Cebu — ASEAN leaders are set to focus on energy security, food supply, and regional resilience as they gather for the 48th ASEAN Summit,…
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Energy security and disaster preparedness are emerging as central priorities for Southeast Asian leaders ahead of the 2026 ASEAN Summit in Cebu, reflecting…
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The Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) reported Tuesday that it has honored Filipino peacekeepers serving under the United Nations Military Observer Group…
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LAPU-LAPU CITY, Cebu — ASEAN leaders will convene this week to a scaled-down, “bare bones” setup as tensions in the Middle East have forced a shift in both the…
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MACTAN, Cebu — The most pressing issues, including regional security, energy and food concerns, the safety of ASEAN nationals, and economic cooperation, are…
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A sound investment for local tourism and the sport of karate that will pay off dividends immediately and beyond.
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The recent visit to the Philippines of Fumio Kishida, member of the House of Representatives, Supreme Adviser to the Parliamentary Association of the Asia Zero…
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Days before the ASEAN Summit 2026 opens in Cebu, First Lady Liza Araneta-Marcos convened liaison officers in Malacañang to oversee the preparations for the…
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Every vacation should leave us rested and inspired. Our recent trip to Sapporo did both.
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Cebu’s beautiful beaches, vibrant festivals, and rich cultural history show we’re ready for business partnerships that can bring long-term economic benefits…
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The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has unveiled a $70-billion initiative to strengthen cross-border power grids and digital infrastructure across Asia and the…
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The Philippines has rolled out some of the most extensive policy responses in the Asia-Pacific to cushion the impact of rising oil prices and supply…
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Discussions will center on energy transition, green finance, resilient supply chains, circular economy models, and climate-adaptive agriculture, all seen as…
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Police in Central Visayas will enforce a province-wide gun ban and suspend all firearm permits starting Monday to secure the 48th Association of Southeast…
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