With the United States looking toward a changing political landscape under the watch of President Donald Trump who is back in the White House for a second term, what’s the future of its relations with the Philippines — a longstanding ally in the Asia-Pacific? As far as Philippine Ambassador to …
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China’s rising challenge
The stakes are high: The choices America makes today will determine whether it remains a global leader or cedes ground to an authoritarian superpower. Marco Rubio, Donald Trump’s newly minted Secretary of State, has cast a critical spotlight on China, describing it as a “potent and dangerous near-peer adversary” that …
Read More »French Carrier Charles De Gaulle to make first port call to PH
French Ambassador to the Philippines Marie Fontanel announced on Thursday, Jan. 23, that the French Aircraft Carrier Group, FS Charles De Gaulle, will visit the Philippines in a “month from now” and will also hold bilateral exercises with the United States in the country’s Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ). French aircraft …
Read More »China deploys another vessel near Zambales
This handout aerial photo taken on January 13, 2025 and released by the Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) on January 14 shows Chinese Coast Guard ship 5901 sailing in the South China Sea (Philippine Coast Guard / Handout via AFP) MANILA, Philippines —The China Coast Guard (CCG) sustained its presence in …
Read More »Escudero dismisses speculations of irregularities in 2025 GAA
Senate President Francis “Chiz” Escudero (Photo courtesy of Senate PRIB) MANILA – Senate President Francis “Chiz” Escudero on Wednesday clarified concerns regarding claims of irregularities in the General Appropriations Act (GAA), providing insights on current legislative processes. Escudero dismissed speculations regarding blank entries in budget documents, emphasizing the legal precedence that only …
Read More »PH, EU gov’ts eye aviation master plan
AVIATION PLAN. Officials and representatives of the Civil Aviation Authority of the Philippines (CAAP) and European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) pose for a photo. The two organizations are collaborating to develop a comprehensive Civil Aviation Master Plan. The Civil Aviation Authority of the Philippines (CAAP) is collaborating with the …
Read More »Speaker assures support for Pag-asa residents
Speaker Ferdinand Martin G. Romualdez assured residents of frontline island of Pag-asa in the West Philippine Sea of the robust support of Congress in addressing their current challenges and improving their quality of life. House Committee on Foreign Affairs Chairperson Pangasinan Rep. Rachel Arenas delivered the message of the …
Read More »Pregnancy bill loses support
Senate Deputy Minority Leader Risa Hontiveros (Courtesy: Senator Risa Hontiveros/Facebook) 7 senators abandon SB 1979; substitute bill in the works Seven senators have withdrawn their support for Senate Bill No. 1979, also known as the Prevention of Adolescent Pregnancy Act, two days after President Marcos vowed to veto the measure …
Read More »DA still awaits food security emergency reso from NPCC – exec
FOOD SECURITY EMERGENCY. Premium rice retail for as much as PHP58 per kilo at a stall in Novaliches Public Market, Quezon City on Jan. 7, 2025. The Department of Agriculture on Wednesday (Jan. 22, 2025) said it has yet to receive the official copy of the resolution approving the declaration …
Read More »Ilocos Norte filmmakers showcase work in filmfest
HOME-GROWN. Local filmmakers get recognized on Wednesday (Jan. 22, 2025) at the Teatro Ilocandia in Batac City, Ilocos Norte province. The annual film festival provides a platform for home-grown artists to showcase their work. (PNA photo by Leilanie Adriano) BATAC CITY – At least nine Ilokano films featuring the life and works …
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