Philippine News

At a Glance Finance Secretary Benjamin Diokno said the Philippine economy is projected to commence 2024 from a position of strength, supported by robust macroeconomic fundamentals. Despite facing challenging global conditions and domestic obstacles, Diokno said the country has demonstrated consistent and strong economic performance. With the highest third-quarter gross …

Pres. Ferdinand Marcos Jr. salutes as he troops the line of honor guards during his arrival at the 73rd founding anniversary of the Philippine Army’s First Scout Ranger Regiment (PA-FSRR) at Camp Tecson in San Miguel, Bulacan on Nov. 25, 2023. (Photo by Philippine Army)  President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr. …

This photo taken on October 4, 2023 shows departing travellers (background) waiting in line for security checks as officials screen carry-on luggage at the Ninoy Aquino International Airport in metro Manila. (AFP / STR)  MANILA, Philippines — The Bureau of Immigration has advised Filipino travelers to exercise “extreme caution” in …

The Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao administration building in Cotabato City (File photo)  MANILA – A ranking member of the Bangsamoro Transition Authority (BTA) Parliament praised President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. for the issuance of Proclamation No. 406 granting amnesty to Moro National Liberation Front (MNLF) members who wish to return to …

(PNA file image) MANILA – At least 28,000 vacancies are available at the Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) job fairs as the department commemorates its 90th founding anniversary next month. In a press statement, the DOLE urged job seekers across the country to visit any of the 21 job fair …

IN THE CHRISTMAS SPIRIT. President Marcos is mobbed by children as he and First Lady Liza Araneta-Marcos lead the Christmas gift-giving tradition for children dubbed ‘Balik Sigla, Bigay Saya’ at the Kalayaan Grounds of Malacañan Palace in Manila on Sunday. Rolando Mailo and Rey Baniquet, NIB  More than 17,000 children …

THE Filipino diaspora has long been characterized by the resilience and determination of our overseas workers. While these global citizens boost the economies of their host countries, the desire to reunite with family and return home to the Philippines often looms large. In a recent survey conducted by recruiter Robert …

A man pushes a trolley along a market in Manila on May 11, 2023. (AFP / Jam Sta. Rosa)  MANILA, Philippines — The number of Filipinos who reported a decline in their quality of life over the past year has increased in the latest survey by the Social Weather Stations. …

Former Philippine senator and human rights campaigner Leila de Lima talks during an interview with AFP in Manila on November 24, 2023. (AFP / Jam Sta. Rosa)  MANILA, Philippines — Former senator Leila de Lima has called for the investigation into former Justice chiefs Vitaliano Aguirre II and Menardo Guevarra …

Senate President Juan Miguel Zubiri  China has agreed to include the 1982 United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea and Freedom of Navigation in the draft resolution to promote peace and stability in the region, Senate President Juan Miguel Zubiri said. Zubiri made this announcement on Saturday, the …