The Chinese government today strongly condemned the Islamic State (IS) group upon confirming that the terrorist group killed Chinese hostage Fan Jinghui. “We express our condolences to the victim and sympathy to his family,” Chinese foreign affairs ministry said. “The Chinese government strongly condemns this inhuman action and will definitely hold the perpetrators accountable,” the […]
South Korea wants greater role in PH defense, transportation, infrastructure development
The Philippines and South Korea are seeking for a greater cooperation. This was expressed by President Benigno S. Aquino III and South Korean President Park Geun-Hye during their bilateral meeting Wednesday at the sidelines of Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) Summit. Prseidential Communication Secretary Herminio Coloma Jr. said the Philippines is keen to increase bilateral trade, […]
Navy getting capability boost with two US vessels – spokesperson
The two American ships, which President Barack Obama pledged to transfer to the Philippine Navy (PN) Tuesday, will greatly bolster its capability for sustained maritime patrol, counter-terrorism operations and humanitarian assistance and disaster relief missions. This was stressed by PN spokesperson Col. Edgard Arevalo in a message to the PNA Wednesday. “The PN looks forward […]
China: No country has the right to point fingers at us
The Chinese government told United States to stop increasing tensions in West Philippine Sea after US President Barack Obama, in his remarks during the joint press conference with President Aquino Wednesday, said all reclamation activities and militarization in disputed maritime areas should stop. “The United States should stop playing up the South China Sea issue, […]
PH, Russia sign two agreements for stronger cooperation
Philippines and Russia on Wednesday signed two agreements aiming to enhance trade cooperation and fight against spread of illegal narcotics, the Presidential News Desk said. President Benigno S. Aquino III, during his meeting with Russian Prime Minister Dmitry Medvedev, invited Russia to enhance its trade cooperation with the Philippines in IT-BPM, processed and specialty food, […]
14 OFWS killed in vehicle collision in Saudi
Fourteen Filipinos were killed in a vehicular collision in Saudi Arabia while they were on their way to their living quarters in east Saudi Arabia on Tuesday, the Department of Foreign Affairs said on Wednesday. “Our embassy coordinated with the company that they are working for and the initial information that we got was that […]
Obama lauds Filipina inventor for coming up with leap-frog technology
Climate change is like cancer and the world is at Stage 2, young Filipina entrepreneur Aisa Mijeno told United States President Barack Obama and participants in the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) CEO Summit 2015 Wednesday. “Climate change is real and not a myth created by scientists to get funding. It is like cancer,” Mijeno said, […]
Russia open to military, defense cooperation with PH
President Benigno S. Aquino III and Russia Prime Minister Dmitry Medvedev today held a bilateral meeting. President Aquino invited Russia to enhance its trade cooperation with the Philippines in IT-BPM, processed and specialty food, energy and renewables, design-driven products, and aerospace. The Philippine leader conveyed his condolences to Prime Minister Medvedev over the crash of […]
PH lawmaker: Two second-hand ships from US are not impressive
House leaders on Wednesday welcomed the announcement of US President Barack Obama that the United States would provide two more ships as a form of compassion to boost the maritime security capabilities of the Philippine Navy and Philippine Coast Guard. Leyte Rep. Ferdinand Martin Romualdez reiterated his expression of gratitude to foreign leaders attending the […]
PH, Japan foreign affairs ministers discuss issues of mutual concern
Foreign Affairs Secretary Albert F. del Rosario met Foreign Minister Fumio Kishida of Japan on November 16 at the sidelines of the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) Ministerial Meeting in Manila. According to DFA, Secretary Del Rosario and Foreign Minister Kishida discussed significant progress made in strengthening the Strategic Partnership between the Philippines and Japan since […]
Rizal Monument lights up with colors of France
Philippines’ Rizal Monument in Luneta lights up in the French national colors in a display of support for France and in unity with the rest of the world following recent events in Paris, the Department of Tourism said. The Rizal Monument stands as a visual icon of the Philippines proud heritage and is as a […]
Japanese PM Abe arrives in Manila for APEC Economic Leaders’ Meeting
Japanese Prime Minister (PM) Shinzo Abe arrived in Manila Wednesday morning for the high-level Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) Economic Leaders’ Meeting. The Japanese PM’s plane arrived at the Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA) Terminal 1 past 11 a.m. Aside from attending the APEC meeting, Abe will hold bilateral meetings with US President Obama and President […]
PH, Australia strengthen defense, security, law enforcement, counter-terrorism cooperation
President Aquino and Prime Minister of Australia Malcolm Turnbull held a bilateral meeting today. “Since 1946, the Philippines and Australia have cooperated in all aspects of our relations, including that of humanitarian assistance and disaster response,” President Aquino said in the joint press conference with the Australian Prime Minister. Philippines and Australia agreed for a […]
Razak, Xi hold meeting in Manila: ‘Malaysia, China ties now at highest level in history’
Prime Minister of Malaysia Najib Razak and President of China Xi Jinping held a bilateral meeting in Manila November 17. Both leaders are in Philippines for APEC Leaders’ Meeting. “We agreed that relations between Malaysia and China is now at the highest level in history,” the Malaysian prime minister said in his website NajibRazak.com, written […]
Further study of Benham Rise possible with upcoming US research ship
While the additional US high-endurance cutter will definitely boost the Philippine Navy’s capability to conduct long-range maritime patrols, the donation of the research ship will help the country in the conduct of further study of the Benham Rise. This was stressed by PN spokesperson Col. Edgard Arevalo Wednesday in a message to the PNA. “The […]
PH expresses deep appreciation for US military support
“I am honored to welcome my good friend President Barack Obama and his delegation to the Philippines,” President Aquino said during a joint press conference with Obama at Sofitel Philippine Plaza today. Aquino and Obama conducted a bilateral meeting prior to the start of APEC Economic Leaders’ Meeting. “We reaffirmed our treaty alliance, the strategic […]
US providing PH with interdiction vessels, fleet upgrades, aircraft procurement
The United States is “committing $119 million in FY 2015 to develop Southeast Asian maritime capabilities and will seek to provide $140 million in assistance during FY 2016 subject to appropriation, totaling more than $250 million over two years,” the White House said November 17. This funding will go to Southeast Asian countries including the […]
LOOK: US vessels to be transferred to PH Navy
United States President Obama yesterday announced before Philippine Navy officers that two vessels will be transferred to PN service. “I can announce that we intend to transfer two additional ships to the Philippine Navy, a research vessel to help map its territorial waters, and another U.S. Coast Guard cutter to bolster the Navy’s ability to […]
Obama: PH, our ally, can count on the United States
“The United States has been committed to the security of this region for more than 70 years. We have a treaty obligation, an ironclad commitment to the defense of our ally, the Philippines. You can count on the United States,” United States President Barack Obama said after touring Philippine Navy’s BRP Gregorio del Pilar. Obama […]
DOJ junks criminal complaints vs. INC for lack of evidence
The Department of Justice (DOJ) has dismissed the two criminal complaints filed against the officialdom of the Iglesia Ni Cristo (INC) for lack of sufficient basis and evidence. In two separate resolutions, the DOJ panel of prosecutors has recommended the dismissal of the complaints filed by Isaias Samson and Lito Fruto against the Sanggunian of […]
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