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The Philippine stock market experienced a significant downturn as the PSEi Index fell 4.01% to 5,862.59, with the FTSE Philippines Index also dropping 3.60%. Investors...
The Philippine Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources (BFAR) vessel was conducting a routine patrol near the Scarborough Shoal when it encountered four Chinese Coast Guard vessels and several Chinese maritime militia ships.
Chinese vessels reportedly used water cannons and conducted dangerous maneuvers to prevent the resupply mission, escalating fears of a maritime conflict in the region.
The TWSE and the PSE have embarked on a significant partnership by signing a MoU designed to enhance cooperation between their respective capital markets.
The Philippines has reported that former mayor Alice Guo, linked to alleged money laundering through China-centric casinos, has left the country.
The Philippines has committed to a diplomatic approach in response to recent maritime tensions with China, following a ship collision near Sabina Shoal that damaged Philippine coastguard vessels.
Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) reported that Chinese vessels engaged in "unprovoked and reckless" maneuvers that endangered Filipino ships operating in contested waters.
The UAE has sent an aid plane to the Philippines with food, shelter, and medical supplies to support Typhoon Gaemi victims.
MMDA General Manager Procopio Lipana emphasized the potential benefits of waste incineration, highlighting its successful implementation in neighboring advanced countries such as Singapore, Korea, and Japan.
The DENR (Department of Environment and Natural Resources) will play a crucial role in addressing environmental concerns, while the DOH (Department of Health) will monitor any health impacts on the affected communities.
The deployment of the Typhon missile system marks a significant development in the U.S.-Philippines defense cooperation.
The MT Terra Nova's oil spill in Manila Bay has rapidly expanded, covering 12–14 kilometers.
Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi and Philippine Foreign Secretary Enrique Manalo convened in Vientiane.
Resolution No. 494 was enacted by the City Council of Manila, formally declaring a state of disaster over Manila.
On Friday, Wellspring released a statement acknowledging the controversy. "It was never our intention to offend anyone with our marketing execution," the company said. They clarified that the campaign used wordplay to emphasize the significance of sleep and its impact on overall health.
A tragic incident occurred at the construction site of the new Senate building in Taguig City, where a navy applicant was found dead. Authorities are investigating the circumstances surrounding the death.
China has already offered support to the Philippines in resolving POGO-related difficulties. The Chinese government was instrumental in the closure of five POGO hubs and the return of about one thousand Chinese nationals who had been involved in these operations in 2023.