
DFA rejects Chinese claims over Batanes, says sovereignty 'not up for debate'
The Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) on Friday rejected claims by Chinese scholars that Batanes falls under Chinese sovereignty, insisting that the…
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The Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) on Friday rejected claims by Chinese scholars that Batanes falls under Chinese sovereignty, insisting that the…
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The Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) on Wednesday called on China to exercise restraint after it fired a long-range missile from a nuclear-powered submarine…
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The Philippines’ gross international reserves (GIR) climbed to a three-month high in June, providing the country with a stronger buffer against external shocks…
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President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. and Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney have reaffirmed their commitment to conclude negotiations for a bilateral free trade…
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The Philippines and Canada have elevated their bilateral relations to a Strategic Partnership, marking a new phase of cooperation in defense, security,…
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Senator Christopher "Bong" Go on Wednesday urged the Department of Migrant Workers (DMW) and the Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) to ensure that Filipinos…
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Burnham’s mantra has long been devolution, or empowering local authorities.
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Bureau of Immigration (BI) agents arrested 10 foreign nationals during a series of intelligence-driven operations across Siargao Island on 26 June.
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Foreign currency deposit unit (FCDU) loans extended by banks operating in the Philippines declined by 0.8 percent in the first quarter of 2026, reflecting…
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Like the Philippines, Canada has abundant resources. Facilitating the exchange of these critical minerals can boost the Philippines’ position in the global…
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The Department of Trade and Industry has announced that the Philippines has received commendation from the World Trade Organization (WTO) for its growth…
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The Philippine Stock Exchange Index (PSEi) rebounded on Tuesday, closing at 6,126.22, up 91.20 points, or 1.51 percent, while the peso continued to weaken,…
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President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. last week performed the role of a statesman and a mediator as he called for a special Senate session to address urgent…
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The Philippines is positioning itself as a stronger investment destination for German companies as both countries seek deeper economic ties in areas such as…
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Three of the 10 Double Tax Agreements (agreements between countries preventing individuals and businesses from being taxed twice on the same income) are under…
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President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. and Russian President Vladimir Putin will hold a bilateral meeting during the President's visit to Kazan, Russia from 17 to…
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The Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) on Monday declined to issue a fresh statement on the sanctions imposed by the Chinese government against Defense…
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Children under 16 will be barred from accessing major social media platforms under a new national policy aimed at strengthening online safety protections,…
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