Philippines

Southeast Asia’s best social security executives will converge on Palawan, Philippines from March 20, 2025- March 22, 2025 for a record setting gathering, the launch of the ASEAN Social Security Association (ASSA)’s sustainability program. The Government Service Insurance System (GSIS), led by President Arnulfo Veloso will head the project as ASSA chair for 2024-2025. The project will establish a new …

Hollywood’s Iain Glen, who gained fame for his portrayal of Jorah Mormont in Game of Thrones, will play an essential role in the forthcoming historical biopic Quezon. This exciting news was announced at the Hong Kong FilMart, having movie fans buzzing with excitement. Glen Will Play The Part Of The U.S. Governor-General Leonard Wood Iain Glen will play Leonard Wood …

The Philippine banking industry saw strong growth early in 2025, with total assets growing by 9.3% as of January, based on Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) data. Total assets grew to PHP 27.11 trillion from PHP 24.81 trillion in January last year. Michael Ricafort, Rizal Commercial Banking Corporation’s chief economist attributed the increase to the sustained profitability of Philippine banks. …

The Philippine government is enhancing its tie-up with SpaceX to improve satellite broadband services and pursue future space projects. DTI Secretary Ma. Cristina Roque met with SpaceX officials on March 5, 2025 at Hawthorne, California to discuss plans for improving internet connectivity, promoting digital learning as well as enhancing e-government and e-commerce services. SpaceX Starlink satellite internet service has already …

Tuesday on his arrival at Manila’s international airport.. His arrest came from an Interpol warrant issued by International Criminal Court (ICC).On the heels of his return from Hong Kong, Rodrigo Duterte was taken into custody by the authorities, complying with the ICC’s wishes. The international court is gathering information as part of its investigation into his alleged crimes against humanity, …

President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. on Saturday made a commitment of unflinching support to safeguard women’s rights and ensure their advancement on International Women’s Day. In his message Marcos commended the resilience and strength of Filipino women, highlighting their crucial role in building the country’s history. “As we celebrate International Women’s Day and National Women’s Month, we honor the countless …

The Philippines, along with its partners, will be in action if China attempts to create any air defense identification zone or restrictions on flights above the South China Sea. This has been reiterated by Defense Secretary Gilberto Teodoro on Wednesday with the backdrop of a series of harrowing encounters by Chinese aircraft, the Philippine Air Force, the United States and …

A Philippine Air Force fighter jet, with two pilots aboard, has gone mysteriously silent during a night mission. The aircraft was conducting close air support to troops battling insurgents in a southern province when it became unresponsive on the radio, prompting an immediate search and rescue operation. The FA-50 aircraft had been operating in concert with other aircraft when it …

Philippine Defence Minister Teodoro Gilbert Jr called on all Southeast Asian nations to present a solid front. He mentioned that a divided ASEAN would not be able to face the ever-increasing security threats, with increasingly dubious tensions in the South China Sea. While addressing an assembly of ASEAN defence ministers in Penang, Malaysia, Teodoro highlighted the necessity of regional cooperation …

Japan and the Philippines have committed to bolster cooperation to safeguard regional peace and stability amid growing concerns over China and its rising belligerency. On Monday, Japanese Defense Minister Gen Nakatani and his Philippine counterpart Gilberto Teodoro met in Manila and agreed to deepen cooperation in military training, intelligence sharing, and other domains. Together with the United States, the two …