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Coast Guard trains for diplomatic frontlines
4+ hour, 25+ min ago (260+ words) As continuing tensions in the West Philippine Sea place maritime security high on the regional agenda, the Department of Foreign Affairs has trained Philippine Coast Guard personnel on basic diplomatic and government protocol ahead of key ASEAN maritime meetings to…...
EDITOR'S NOTE | The Duterte playbook of crisis, chaos, confusion
8+ hour, 5+ min ago (277+ words) At a time when ordinary Filipino families are confronting a real crisis " fuel, food, fertilizer, and the existential uncertainty brought by the Hormuz blockade, newly installed Senate President Alan Peter Cayetano has chosen to stage a crisis of his own…...
Australia supports new health clinic in Davao City
8+ hour, 7+ min ago (288+ words) The Australian Government has supported the establishment of a new sexual and reproductive health clinic in Davao City, reinforcing its commitment to improving healthcare access in the Philippines through its annual development assistance program valued at more than "4 billion (AUD…...
PH, Thailand target trade, food security, anti-scam cooperation
1+ day, 2+ hour ago (183+ words) thephilbiznews Delivering Stories of Progress PH, Thailand target trade, food security, anti-scam cooperation The Philippines and Thailand are moving to give fresh momentum to their longstanding friendship, with both countries seeking deeper cooperation in trade, food security, investment, tourism, labor…...
OP-ED | Women seafarers build inclusive futures together
1+ day, 4+ hour ago (694+ words) By Vladislava Iordanova, Ambassador of Belgium to the Philippines, and Sonia Malaluan, Administrator of Maritime Industry Authority (Marina) Global maritime transport continues to grow, creating jobs at sea and ashore from ports and logistics to shipbuilding, safety, and maritime governance....
HMS Spey Manila visit underscores UK-PH maritime ties
1+ day, 5+ hour ago (502+ words) The United Kingdom reaffirmed its long-term commitment to maritime security and regional stability as Royal Navy offshore patrol vessel HMS Spey concluded a three-day port visit to Manila, coinciding with the 80th anniversary of diplomatic relations between the UK and the…...
UP, Assumption voices slam Cayetano, Legarda for Senate crisis
2+ day, 3+ hour ago (910+ words) Former student leaders from the University of the Philippines Diliman and the current and immediate past student councils of Assumption College have denounced the recent Senate leadership shakeup, warning that the chamber's actions have damaged public trust and weakened democratic…...
TOP continues growth momentum as revenues hit "1. 76 B, up 75. 4%
2+ day, 4+ hour ago (477+ words) By Monsi A. Serrano There's no stopping TOP as it continues its strong upward trajectory, posting "1. 76 billion in revenues in the first quarter of 2026, up 75. 4% from "1 billion in the same period last year. Top Line Business Development Corp. sustained its robust…...
Phil Export warns Senate turmoil may hurt economy
3+ day, 2+ hour ago (150+ words) The Philippine Exporters Confederation, Inc. (Phil Export) has raised concerns over the potential economic and business repercussions of the ongoing turmoil in the Senate, warning that prolonged political tensions could undermine investor confidence and slow economic momentum. PHILEXPORT President Sergio…...
BCCP, PH envoy to UK tackle food security, trade
3+ day, 2+ hour ago (402+ words) The British Chamber of Commerce Philippines, represented by Executive Vice Chairman Chris Nelson, paid a courtesy visit to Teodoro Locsin Jr. to discuss key economic priorities, including food security, inflation management, and strengthening bilateral trade ties between the Philippines and…...