Philippines

On Thursday, February 16, the Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) confirmed that the Philippines and China made use of their newly implemented communication mechanism to address the recent deployment of a military-grade vessel against a Philippine Coast Guard ship in the West Philippine Sea by the Chinese Coast Guard. The incident occurred in the West Philippine Sea. The Chinese Coast …

App for virtual currency On Thursday, February 16, GCash made the announcement on Facebook that it has expanded its services to be available in more countries. Users in Japan, Australia, and Italy who have GCash Abroad accounts may pay bills, purchase items, and send and receive money to and from any GCash account. GCash Abroad also enables users to send …

On February 14, the Philippine government filed a diplomatic protest against China after a Chinese coast guard vessel pointed a military-grade laser at the Philippine Navy ship BRP Malapascua in the West Philippine Sea. The incident occurred earlier that day. The protest was delivered to the Chinese embassy on Tuesday, according to the Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) Spokesperson Teresita …

After concluding his official tour to Japan, President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. said that he and his Cabinet will analyze all foreign investment promises made during his nine travels abroad as Philippine president. Marcos stated that the goal of the meeting would be to prioritize the signed agreements and establish the required next steps to make the commitments a reality. “The …

Grab argued that the addition of 100,000 transport network vehicle services (TNVS) providers would not result in an overstock, considering that demand had occasionally surpassed pre-pandemic levels. Grab Philippines senior director of operations Ronald Roda stated in a statement released on Friday, February 10: “We believe that the number of slots needed to meet demand in 2023 for new and …

Experts have proposed strategies to alleviate the severe consequences of climate change throughout the previous decade. Through the recently conducted “United for Climate: Sustainability Forum PH 2022” at the Conrad Manila, SM Investments Corporation and WWF Philippines teamed forces to inspire a more ambitious and coordinated climate response among the business sector. The SM Group’s climate position acknowledges climate change …

This handcrafted delight, CODY’s new Matcha White Chocolate Cake, may be your next matcha made in dessert heaven if you’re a fan of matcha-flavored sweets or are still afraid to join the green fad. Domestic bakery This delicacy from CODY’s Bakery balances the delicate, earthy flavor of green tea with the gentle sweetness of white chocolate ganache so as not …

The Philippine Department of Migrant Employees (DMW) announced on February 9 that more than 80 Japanese firms are eager to engage more Filipino workers due to their “great work ethic and nice temperament.” As part of President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.’s “formal working visit” to Japan, which began on Wednesday, February 8, Migrant Workers Secretary Susan Ople met with Japanese employers …

The Philippines took up leadership of the Southeast Asian Ministers of Education Organization (SEAMEO) from Singapore, with Vice President and Education Secretary Sara Duterte assuming the council presidency. Eleven member states comprise the eleven-member SEAMEO Council, which is the organization’s highest policymaking body. According to the Department of Education (DepEd), the member countries assume the president of the council in …

Monday, February 6 in the Edinburgh High Court, a jury convicted Andrew Innes, 52, guilty of murdering Bennylyn Burke, 25, and her 2-year-old daughter, Jellica. He has been condemned to life in jail and will not be eligible for parole until he has served at least 36 years. Innes struck Bennylyn in the head many times with a hammer and …