
Iran: No leniency for ‘rioters’
Paris (AFP) — Iran will offer no leniency to “rioters,” though the public has a right to demonstrate, the head of the country’s judiciary said on Monday,…
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Paris (AFP) — Iran will offer no leniency to “rioters,” though the public has a right to demonstrate, the head of the country’s judiciary said on Monday,…
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The Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA) reported that average headline inflation for 2025 settled at 1.7 percent, well below the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas…
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We now have to grapple with the self-inflicted specter of investors’ perception of widespread corruption in the government bureaucracy.
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‘If the kidnapping of a head of state and the bombing are tolerated, the message sent to the world is a devastating one, that is, mainly that law is optional…
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The United States-Venezuela conflict will not have any tangible effect on the Philippine economy, according to Department of Economy, Planning and Development…
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Slowdown in economic growth brought about by the flood control scandal will persist heading into 2026. ‘The developments last year are likely to be faced this…
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Across chambers and industry groups, the message is strikingly consistent — the economy does not need more laws or slogan.
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Justice Acting Secretary Frederrick Vida has recommended that the Anti-Agricultural Economic Sabotage (AAES) council set clear guidelines for the donation of…
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As the country enters 2026, President Bongbong Marcos Jr. has repeatedly described Philippine foreign policy as balanced and independent — friendly with all,…
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At the start of his tenure, Aboitiz emphasized that closer public-private collaboration would be key to economic recovery.
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The year ahead calls not for complacent optimism, but for disciplined, coordinated, and reform-driven action across government, business and civil society.
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The Philippine manufacturing sector showed a modest rebound in December after sinking to a four-year low in November, according to S&P Global.
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Senator Francis “Kiko” Pangilinan criticized China’s recent military drills around Taiwan, saying the exercises heightened regional tensions and affected…
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Thirteen police officers and Basij members were injured by stone throwing.
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For Federation of Filipino Chinese Chambers of Commerce and Industry president Victor Lim, external pressures are magnifying the cost of inaction at home and…
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In all cases, travelers from impacted countries with valid visas and green cards are expected to face heightened scrutiny at US airports.
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There are differing viewpoints regarding the necessity and extent of Chinese investments for the Philippines’ economic success.
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PALO, Leyte — Police and military officials in Eastern Visayas issued a stern warning to personnel Tuesday against celebratory gunfire, promising immediate…
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