On November 3, Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi and Philippine Foreign Secretary Theresa Lazaro spoke by phone. A Philippine official said the two sides discussed resuming long-stalled talks on joint oil and gas exploration at Reed Bank.
Category: Philippines
Bayanihan and Noche Buena: Reimagining Christmas in the Philippines
It’s the time of the year where establishments and households in the Philippines put up Christmas trees. As early as September, some families prepare right away for the season. Vibrant lights brighten, lanterns create a spotlight and Christmas songs echo through the walls.
Singapore and Philippines Explore Nuclear Energy and Cross-Border Power Links
On October 26, Singapore and the Philippines are exploring cooperation in the peaceful use of nuclear energy, as both countries seek to diversify their energy options and strengthen regional energy security.
Four PAF Pilots Killed in Training Crash as Air Force Temporarily Grounds SF-260 Fleet
On October 23, Four Philippine Air Force (PAF) pilots died after two SF-260 trainer aircraft crashed during a training flight at Fernando Air Base in Batangas, prompting the temporary grounding of the entire fleet while investigators determined the cause.
Philippine House Passes Under-13 Social Media Ban, After Indonesia and Malaysia Set Limits
On October 12, the Philippine lower house or the House of Representatives passed on third and final reading a bill barring children aged 13 and below from creating social media accounts and restricting access for those under 18, with 287 lawmakers voting in favour and three against.
Philippines’ Marcos Arrives in Singapore to Boost Investment, Forbes Summit on Itinerary
Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. is on a five-day working visit to Singapore from October 7 to 11, a crucial time as the city-state is preparing to take over the ASEAN chairmanship in 2027.
Philippines Grant Absolute Pardon to Mary Jane Veloso
On September 25, Philippines’ President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. granted an absolute pardon to Mary Jane Veloso, ending the Filipino migrant worker’s nearly 16-year ordeal in detention following her conviction for drug trafficking in Indonesia.
Bangsamoro’s First Election Delivers Turnout but Not a Majority
After decades of conflict, the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (BARMM), in the Philippines’ southern region, held its first parliamentary elections on September 14, 2026. It marked the first electoral test of a historic 2014 peace agreement between Manila and the Moro Islamic Liberation Front that granted the region autonomy.
Beyond the Emergency, Rethinking Disaster Resilience in Indonesia
Disaster resilience in this economy depends not only on emergency preparedness and institutional capacity, but also on its accuracy, integration and reliability. The COVID-19 pandemic demonstrated how essential these are when responding to large-scale crises and ensuring that assistance reaches those who need it most.
South Korean Coast Guard Ship BADARO 3011 Arrives in Manila Amid Growing ASEAN Engagement
South Korea is expanding practical maritime security cooperation with ASEAN as the Korea Coast Guard (KCG) training ship BADARO 3011 arrives in the Philippines for a four-day port visit with the Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) from September 14 to 17.