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Envoy affirms South Korea’s support for Mindanao development
by Pia Lee Brago - June 3, 2026 - 12:00am
South Korean Ambassador Lee Sang-hwa has affirmed his country’s support for the smooth conduct of the peace process and socioeconomic development efforts in Mindanao.
DFA: Philippines law enforcers not targeting Chinese
by Pia Lee Brago - May 29, 2026 - 12:00am
Philippine law enforcement operations are not directed against any nationality, the Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) said yesterday, in response to concerns raised by the Chinese embassy over the “frequent”...
Most expansive Balikatan exercise begins April 20
by Pia Lee Brago - April 17, 2026 - 12:00am
The Armed Forces of the Philippines and the United States military will conduct the most expansive Balikatan Exercise across the country from April 20 to May 8.
DFA, MIAA, DOH adopt shorter workweek
by Pia Lee Brago - March 13, 2026 - 12:00am
Following the call of President Marcos for agencies to reduce operational costs amid the ongoing conflict in the Middle East, the Department of Foreign Affairs-Office of Consular Affairs nationwide will implement...
No confirmation vote yet on new US envoy – embassy
by Pia Lee Brago - March 10, 2026 - 12:00am
The confirmation vote on the nomination of businessman-turned-diplomat Lee Lipton as the next United States ambassador to the Philippines has not yet taken place, the US embassy said yesterday.
Philippines, United States commemorate 80 years of diplomatic relations
by Pia Lee Brago - February 7, 2026 - 12:00am
The Philippines and the United States have launched a new logo marking and celebrating 80 years of diplomatic relations.
‘China won’t be silent, will push back if defamed’
by Pia Lee Brago - January 22, 2026 - 12:00am
China will “push back firmly without hesitation” against the spread of fake news demeaning to Beijing, according to its new top diplomat in Manila who also exhorted members of the media to “uphold...
P44 million smuggled cigarettes seized in Davao de Oro
by Pia Lee Brago - January 20, 2026 - 12:00am
Suspected smuggled cigarettes valued at P44 million have been seized by members of the Philippine Navy in the waters off Pantukan town in Davao de Oro.
WMO: Philippines among most affected by extreme weather in Asia
by Pia Lee Brago - December 4, 2025 - 12:00am
More people are killed or displaced by devastating rains and floods across Southeast Asia, with the Philippines among countries most affected, United Nations agencies warned.
Philippines, EU review good governance, green economy programs
by Pia Lee Brago - December 4, 2025 - 12:00am
The Philippines and the European Union  met in Belgium to conduct a comprehensive review of key ongoing cooperation programs on good governance and other priority areas.
Philippines to resume eVisa for Chinese
by Pia Lee Brago - October 16, 2025 - 12:00am
Despite recent acts of aggression at sea by the Chinese, the Philippines will resume its eVisa program for Chinese nationals next month as part of facilitating trade and tourism, the Philippine embassy in Beijing...
Philippine leads UN international law panel
by Pia Lee Brago - October 13, 2025 - 12:00am
The Philippines formally assumed as chair of one of the main committees of the United Nations dealing with legal questions and the codification and progressive development of international law.
Pope, countries express sympathy to quake victims
by Pia Lee Brago - October 3, 2025 - 12:00am
Pope Leo XIV has expressed his sympathies to the survivors of the Cebu earthquake, and offered prayers for those who died.
Marcos: Philippines now enjoys higher international esteem
by Pia Lee Brago - July 29, 2025 - 12:00am
The Philippines has gained more allies in upholding its interests and now enjoys higher esteem in the international community, President Marcos said yesterday.
2 Pinoys in Israel critically wounded in Iran missile strikes
by Pia Lee Brago - June 17, 2025 - 12:00am
Six overseas Filipino workers have been injured in Iran’s missile attacks on Israel, including a Filipina caregiver who is in critical condition after she sustained severe injuries to her heart and lungs, the...
Philippines, US to hold annual ‘Kamandag’ exercises
by Pia Lee Brago - May 20, 2025 - 12:00am
The Philippine Marines and the US Marine Corps will lead contingents from the United Kingdom, Japan, South Korea from May 26 to June 6 in joint military exercises under Kamandag or Kaagapay ng mga Mandirigma ng Dagat...
Some Pinoy families in Vancouver want repatriation
by Pia Lee Brago - May 2, 2025 - 12:00am
Some families of the Filipino victims of car-ramming attack at a Filipino festival in Vancouver, Canada have requested to be repatriated, the Philippine consulate general in Vancouver said yesterday.
Japan PM visits Manila port
by Pia Lee Brago - May 2, 2025 - 12:00am
Before concluding his two-day official visit, Japan’s Prime Minister Ishiba Shigeru boarded two Japanese vessels docked at the Port of Manila as well as the Philippine Coast Guard’s BRP Teresa Magbanua...
Election interference a heinous accusation – Chinese embassy
by Pia Lee Brago - May 1, 2025 - 12:00am
The Chinese embassy in Manila denounced claims that China is seeking to interfere in the coming midterm elections, after a Chinese national suspected of spying was nabbed by authorities outside the office of the...
DFA: Japan PM’s visit symbol of strong ties, cooperation
by Pia Lee Brago - April 25, 2025 - 12:00am
Foreign Affairs Secretary Enrique Manalo highlighted yesterday the significance of the visit of Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba to the Philippines next week as a symbol of strength and growing cooperation...
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