
Philippines economy growth at risk from Middle East conflict – BPI economist
The Philippines’ gross domestic product (GDP) growth—and the broader economy—faces significant risk if the Middle East conflict persists throughout the year,…
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The Philippines’ gross domestic product (GDP) growth—and the broader economy—faces significant risk if the Middle East conflict persists throughout the year,…
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TEHRAN (AFP) — Iran vowed on Wednesday a “decisive” retaliation for the death of its security chief Ali Larijani, firing off a wave of missiles at Israel which…
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KABUL, Afghanistan (AFP) — The Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC) on Wednesday said hundreds of people were killed and wounded in this week’s Pakistani air strike…
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Cuba is open to broad talks with Washington and only allowing more investment.
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Stephen CuUnjieng has joined the board of Apex Treasury Corp, marking the first time a Filipino has held an independent director role on a US-listed board…
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The Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA) will deploy free shuttle services across Metro Manila on 19 March to assist commuters affected by a…
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Israel said it would halt UN children's fund shipments to Gaza from Egypt after it said it had foiled an attempt to smuggle tobacco and nicotine in…
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‘You know, all my life I’ve been hearing about the United States and Cuba. When will the United States do it?’
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WASHINGTON (AFP) — President Donald Trump on Monday demanded US allies help secure the Strait of Hormuz, but European powers resisted a military mission to…
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JERUSALEM (AFP) — Israel launched strikes on Tehran and Beirut Tuesday while attacks in Baghdad pulled Iraq further into the Middle East war that has rattled…
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Israel said Tuesday it killed Iran’s national security chief, Ali Larijani, in a strike as attacks hit Tehran, Beirut and Baghdad.
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The LTFRB said it remains in close coordination with PISTON but said it must balance relief for drivers with affordability for commuters.
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Anayron reassured residents that the training is not linked to tensions in the West Philippine Sea or the conflict in Iran.
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The saddest part is that nations bearing the most economic pain — from the Philippines to South Korea, India to the European Union — had no seat at the table…
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The Philippine National Police (PNP) on Tuesday said it is prepared to ensure peace and order during the nationwide transport strike scheduled for 19 March.
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Hezbollah had recently expanded its activities in southern Lebanon.
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Petroleum companies will implement another round of steep fuel price increases starting Tuesday, 17 March, to continue in a staggered manner until Monday, 23…
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The Kingdom of Bahrain has reminded Filipinos in the region of its strict enforcement of the personal privacy law, which penalizes unauthorized posting of…
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