Philippines
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The Philippines' Supreme Court has upheld a murder conviction of three policemen involved in the death of 17-year-old Kian delos Santos during an anti-drug operation in Rodrigo Duterte's tenure. This ...
The Philippines' National Maritime Council's statement criticizing China has prompted the Chinese embassy in the Philippines to accuse Manila of provoking trouble and misleading statements. Both sides...
On December 29, 2025, South Korean company Hyundai Heavy Industries (HHI) announced a contract with the Philippines' Department of National Defence to build two 3,200-ton frigates for the Philippine N...
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. faced increasing pressure throughout the year but managed to maintain his position. The political landscape showed signs of a rift between the Marcos administration and ...
The Philippine Department of National Defense plans to sign a contract worth 34 billion Philippine pesos (approximately $585 million) with the South Korean shipbuilder Hyundai Heavy Industries (HHI) f...
The Philippines has experienced ongoing political unrest including corruption allegations linked to flood control initiatives under President Marcos Jr's administration in 2025. The country also faces...
South Korea's Hanwha Systems has secured a contract worth US$27.7 million to supply combat management systems and tactical data links for two 3,200-tonne frigates being constructed for the Philippine ...
The alleged connection between attackers in Bondi and IS-affiliated groups in the Philippines may be weak, but it highlights the need to consider the broader strategic implications of such attacks. Th...
A Chinese government report on the environmental condition of the disputed Scarborough Shoal claims that illegal fishing by the Philippines poses significant risk despite the coral reef's good overall...
The Philippines has approved a record budget of 1.37 trillion pesos ($23 billion) for education, marking the largest allocation in its history and aligning with UN recommendations. While teachers and ...
Australian police report that one of the Bondi Beach mass shooting suspects, Sajid Akram, visited a firearms store in the Philippines before carrying out the attack. The investigation by Australian co...
The death of a senior public works official suspected of involvement in a billion-peso flood-control scandal in the Philippines raises concerns about the ongoing corruption investigation. This loss is...
The Armed Forces of the Philippines has endorsed the arrest of retired Air Force general Romeo Poquiz on charges of incitement to sedition. The arrest followed a video where Poquiz urged the military ...
As the chair of ASEAN for 2026, the Philippines may face challenges in resolving the ongoing border dispute between Thailand and Cambodia. Observers suggest a limited capacity for conflict resolution ...
Highlights of seven significant stories from Southeast Asian news over the past week include the enduring influence of the Peranakan Chinese community in Southeast Asia, built on trade and migration, ...
Two suspects in the recent deadly shooting at Sydney's Bondi Beach reportedly visited the Philippines before the incident, raising concerns about potential links to extremist movements there. However,...
The Philippines has submarine cables that serve as crucial links connecting Southeast Asia with the United States, India, and Hong Kong. There is growing concern over protecting these vital undersea c...
Philippine President Ferdinand Jr. has signed into law the 2026 budget of 6.793 trillion pesos ($115 billion), aiming to boost an economy affected by corruption issues. Despite a 7% increase from last...
A board game titled 'Master of Disaster' has been developed to improve disaster preparedness among Filipinos in the Philippines, which is ranked as the most disaster-prone country on earth for four co...
Medical professionals in the Philippines are calling on Congress to stop the practice of 'medical pork,' where tax money intended for patient assistance is channeled through politicians via personal g...
The Philippines faces challenges in attracting Chinese tourists, with 2024 arrivals being only about 18% of pre-pandemic levels compared to its Southeast Asian neighbors. According to the ASEAN+3 Macr...
Philippines' legislators are questioning the country's alliance with the United States due to recent actions against Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro. Critics argue that Washington's intervention c...
Philippine Interior Secretary Jonvic Remulla has accused former lawmaker Zaldy Co of planning to construct a five-story basement in his luxury home in Makati, one of Metro Manila's most exclusive area...
The Philippine Navy is taking action to safeguard numerous submarine cables that crisscross Philippine waters, connecting Southeast Asia with the United States, India and Hong Kong....
Japanese Foreign Minister Toshimitsu Motegi will visit Manila as part of a nine-day tour that also includes stops in Israel, the Palestinian territories, Qatar, and India. During his stay in the Phili...
A Philippine army colonel has been relieved of his command and faces charges after making public comments against President Ferdinand Marcos Jr on social media. The colonel, Audie Mongao, voluntarily ...
The Philippine government is investigating ways to regulate doctors' fees due to public complaints about rising hospital costs. The Department of Health (DOH) plans to study possible standards for the...
The resignation of a second commissioner from a Philippine presidential panel investigating corruption in flood control projects raises concerns over the probe's credibility and accountability. The si...
Despite long-standing regulations and annual warnings from authorities, Filipino citizens continue to use dangerous fireworks during New Year celebrations. This practice results in a significant numbe...
The article compiles seven significant stories from the South China Morning Post's recent coverage in Asia that have drawn reader interest and illuminated key issues. Among these, it highlights the Ph...
Hotel staff member of Makati hotel, where three suspects involved in the fatal attack on a 25-year-old woman at Bondi Beach in Sydney were staying from late July to mid-August, recalls that the group ...
Amy Casey began her radio career at 14 as the youngest Breakfast host for 'Hill FM' in Broken Hill, Australia. She later moved to Sydney and worked for stations like 2DayFM and Triple M before traveli...
Philippine Tourism Secretary Christina Frasco has faced criticism for appearing on the cover of a lifestyle magazine aimed at promoting tourist destinations in the Philippines. This incident reopens d...
A woman in Manila, Philippines, worshipped what she believed to be a green Buddha statue for four years before discovering it was actually a 3D-printed figure of the animated character Shrek. This inc...
Romeo Poquiz, a former Philippine air force general, was arrested Monday at Manila’s international airport upon returning from Thailand. He faces sedition charges for his public call on the military t...
In the Philippines, teenagers are using a board game called 'Master of Disaster' to simulate typhoons and learn correct strategies for potential catastrophes. With less than half of Filipinos estimate...
Rhodora Alcaraz, a Filipino domestic worker who bravely escaped from one of Hong Kong's deadliest fires in recent decades with her employer's baby, is recovering from pneumonia and has been referred t...
Maryan Pascual Esteban's body has been returned from Hong Kong to the Philippines, where she is being hailed as a heroine by Philippine officials for her actions during the deadly fire....
The article describes how people around the globe celebrated the New Year 2026 with fireworks and festivities. It highlights particular celebrations in major cities across different continents....
Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. announced that he has invited American singer Jessica Sanchez, the winner of America’s Got Talent season 20, to perform at next year's ASEAN summit in Cebu. S...