Philippine Undersecretary of Trade and Industry Allan Gepty stated that the dialogue between Russia and ASEAN member states is proactively evolving and becoming more intensive. He noted an increase in trade performance and tourism between the regions, highlighting numerous opportunities.
A powerful earthquake on June 8 in Mindanao, Philippines, caused significant coastal uplift, dramatically altering shorelines. The quake, originating from the Cotabato Trench, resulted in at least 76 deaths and left previously submerged coral reefs exposed above the waterline.
Australia has donated surveillance, delivery, and inspection drones to the Philippine Coast Guard, including fixed-wing and underwater vehicles. The donation aims to support the modernization of the Philippine coastguard and its maritime domain awareness efforts.
China's Ministry of Natural Resources conducted a marine survey in its jurisdictional waters in the East China Sea using the research vessel Xiangyanghong 22. The mission aimed to understand ecological conditions for conservation efforts, with announcements of such missions being rare.
A Reuters Institute report shows Filipinos' trust in news has dropped to 28%, the steepest decline among 48 markets, attributed to attacks on media and social media influence operations. Facebook remains the top news source.
Un manuscrit autographe de Mozart, contenant des leçons de composition et des pièces pour flûte et harpe, a été découvert à la Bibliothèque nationale de France. L'œuvre, datant de 1778, était destinée à la fille du duc de Guînes.
The Philippines and Russia have agreed to release 24 Filipino citizens detained in Irkutsk for alleged immigration violations. Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. announced the agreement following a meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin, stating the Filipinos will be deported tomorrow.
Anh Hansani, 30 tuổi, quốc tịch Philippines, nhập viện tại TP.HCM với triệu chứng vàng da, vàng mắt và men gan tăng cao gấp 70 lần do nhiễm virus viêm gan A. Sau 5 ngày điều trị hỗ trợ, tình trạng bệnh nhân cải thiện và được xuất viện.
Russian President Vladimir Putin met with Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. in Kazan on the sidelines of the Russia-ASEAN summit. This marks Marcos Jr.'s first visit to Russia, and the two leaders are co-chairing the summit, with the Philippines set to head ASEAN in 2026. The Kremlin views the Philippines as a key partner in the Asia-Pacific.
Philippine Undersecretary of Trade and Industry Allan Gepty states that the Putin-Marcos meeting in Kazan will positively impact global perception and stimulate economic partnership between Russia and the Philippines.
Gatchalian has been elected as the new Senate President, following a leadership dispute. He conceded to the new leader, promising to uncover the truth. A political professor noted the relief but warned of continued challenges to the country's democracy.
Philippines President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. arrived in Kazan to attend the Russia-ASEAN summit. He was met by Rustam Minnikhanov, head of Tatarstan. The Philippines will hold ASEAN's rotating chairmanship in 2026. President Putin is also scheduled to meet with Marcos Jr. on the summit's sidelines.
Le Parlement français a voté mardi l'allongement de la rétention administrative pour les étrangers jugés dangereux, portant la durée maximale à 210 jours dans des cas exceptionnels. Cette mesure, critiquée par la gauche, est présentée comme une réponse au meurtre de la jeune Philippine en 2024.
The upcoming Russia-ASEAN summit in Kazan will feature leaders from Brunei and the Philippines, along with prime ministers from seven other ASEAN countries. Russian President Vladimir Putin will also attend. Indonesia will send its foreign minister, and Myanmar will be represented by its Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
The Armed Forces of the Philippines stated they will not permit any structures at Whitsun Reef, following satellite imagery of a potential floating platform. Military spokesperson Xerxes Trinidad affirmed the Philippines' stance against ceding any territory.
A survivor of the June 8 earthquake in southern Mindanao, Philippines, expressed deep trauma and shock, lamenting that he would have saved his belongings if he had known the disaster would strike. The 6.8 magnitude quake damaged or destroyed nearly 68,000 homes, injured over 1,300 people, and left 33 missing, also triggering tsunami warnings.
A survivor of the June 8 earthquake in southern Mindanao recounts his trauma and shock, having lost his home. The magnitude 6.8 quake damaged nearly 68,000 homes, injured over 1,300 people, and left 33 missing, also triggering tsunami warnings.
Hackers defaced Philippine government websites, including the NBI, posting messages against corruption. Analysts warn that repeated breaches, even without data theft, can erode investor confidence by highlighting cybersecurity and governance gaps.
The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) has introduced new rules for Virtual Asset Service Providers (VASPs), mandating rigorous due diligence for crypto listings and banning anonymity-enhancing coins. These measures aim to enhance financial stability and customer protection.
A magnitude 6.2 earthquake struck off the coast of Mindanao island in the southern Philippines on Monday. This follows a powerful 7.8-magnitude quake on June 8 that killed at least 65 people. No tsunami warning was issued for the latest tremor, and there were no immediate reports of casualties or major damage.
Political analyst Sylwia Monika Gorska states ASEAN is unlikely to form a united front on South China Sea disputes due to its principles of consensus, sovereignty, and non-interference. She noted the Asean Maritime Leaders’ Declaration offers Manila an alternative path.
A 1640 eruption of Parker Volcano in the Philippines may have contributed to the collapse of China's Ming Dynasty, according to a study in Climate of the Past. Volcanic eruptions can cause climate changes leading to crop failures and famine.
A new, larger, and more comfortable shelter for distressed Filipino domestic workers in Hong Kong is ready but awaiting official approval. The Philippine Department of Migrant Workers Secretary visited the facility, which replaces a smaller previous site in Kennedy Town.
A new shelter for distressed Filipino domestic workers in Tai Po, Hong Kong, is ready to open but awaits approval from local authorities. The facility is described as larger, better, and more comfortable than the previous one, with a three-year lease signed.
