
ASEAN backs oil reserve study, emergency protocols
MACTAN, Cebu — ASEAN leaders on Friday adopted a sweeping regional response plan aimed at protecting Southeast Asia from the economic and security fallout of…
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MACTAN, Cebu — ASEAN leaders on Friday adopted a sweeping regional response plan aimed at protecting Southeast Asia from the economic and security fallout of…
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MACTAN, Cebu — ASEAN leaders are moving toward a regional fuel reserve system and a Philippine-based maritime center as the bloc scrambles to manage the…
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Defense Secretary Gilberto “Gibo” Teodoro Jr. on Friday shrugged off China’s criticism of the ongoing Balikatan exercises.
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Members of the Brunei Darussalam-Indonesia-Malaysia-Philippines East ASEAN Growth Area (BIMP-EAGA) have all agreed to cooperate in lieu of the adoption of the…
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MACTAN, Cebu — ASEAN leaders on Friday expressed “serious concern” over the escalating conflict in the Middle East, condemning both the preemptive attacks by…
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Vice President Sara Duterte criticizes the administration of Ferdinand Marcos Jr., accusing it of failing to address worsening economic conditions and being…
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‘Your presence today reaffirms our shared commitment to cooperation, partnership, and inclusive growth.’
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MACTAN, Cebu — Trade Secretary Cristina Roque has urged economic ministers to take a timely and practical approach in the Middle East crisis, which has been…
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Department of Energy Secretary Sharon Garin said Thursday the country’s oil supply is nearing maximum storage capacity amid continued uncertainty in the global…
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MACTAN, Cebu — As the Middle East war continues, and tariff woes remain, investors in the ASEAN region are more cautious, Philippine Trade and Industry…
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The Filipino-Cebu Business Club (FilCeb) on Thursday welcomed the ongoing 48th Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) Leaders Summit, saying it…
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MACTAN, Cebu — The leaders of the Philippines, Cambodia and Thailand on Wednesday reaffirmed their commitment to peaceful dialogue and de-escalation following…
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Our energy security, food security, and the safety of ASEAN nationals have been brought out as the most urgent priorities for our region to address.
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Philippine economic growth slowed further at the start of 2026, extending last year’s second-half slump as the Marcos Jr. administration continues to grapple…
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The future should not be entered through shortcuts, confusing promises, or workmanship that disappears after the sale. It must be safe, understandable, fair…
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As the country struggles to keep the economy afloat in these times of political strife and a fuel crisis, this mother-focused celebration should include our…
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While Lacson defended the report, its detractors called it performative, protecting Marcos and his allies while scapegoating mid-level players.
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