Philippines
Australia, Canada, and Philippines conduct joint naval drills
The Philippines, Australia, and Canada have conducted joint naval exercises in the disputed South China Sea, amid rising tensions between China and the Southeast Asian nation. The drills, which took place east of the Scarborough Shoal, a flashpoint for confrontations between Chinese and Philippine vessels, focused on simulations to counter aerial threats “through coordinated defensive […]
China and Philippines Clash in South China Sea
A confrontation between China and the Philippines has escalated tensions in the disputed South China Sea. China’s coastguard says it has expelled Philippine vessels from waters around the Scarborough Shoal, while Manila reports a collision between a Chinese navy vessel and one from its own coastguard while chasing a Philippine patrol boat. According to Gan […]
India and Philippines Conduct Joint Naval Drills on South China Sea
India and the Philippines have staged their first joint sail and naval exercises in the disputed South China Sea, a move likely to antagonize China, which claims nearly the entire key waterway and has separate territorial disputes with the two Asian countries. The two-day joint military deployment, which began on Sunday, aimed to enhance preparedness, […]
Fears as 8.8 Magnitude Earthquake Struck Russia, Tsunami Alerts Echoes
A massive 8.8-magnitude earthquake struck off Russia‘s eastern Kamchatka Peninsula, triggering widespread tsunami warnings across the Pacific region. The United States Geological Survey (USGS) reported the quake’s epicenter was located 125 km southeast of Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky at a depth of 19.3 km. The earthquake’s shallow depth raised concerns about potentially destructive tsunami waves. Tsunami warnings were […]
Philippine Vice President Sara Duterte Scores Major Legal Victory
Philippine Vice President Sara Duterte has emerged victorious from a significant legal challenge after the Supreme Court of the Philippines struck down an impeachment complaint against her, deeming it unconstitutional. This ruling, although not an acquittal of the charges, could substantially boost Duterte’s political ambitions, particularly her prospects for the 2028 presidency. The impeachment complaint, […]
Philippine President To Meet Donald Trump Seeking Trade Deal
Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr is set to meet United States President Donald Trump this week, with hopes of securing a more favorable trade deal for the Philippines. The meeting comes as the US is set to impose 20 percent tariffs on goods from the Philippines, starting August 1. Marcos will be the first Southeast […]
AI-Generated Disinformation Fuels Tensions in the Philippines
The Philippines has been plagued by a surge in disinformation, with AI-generated content playing a significant role in fueling tensions between rival political camps. The controversy began when former President Rodrigo Duterte was arrested by the International Criminal Court (ICC) in March, sparking a bitter power struggle between his supporters and those of incumbent President […]
Philippines Mid-Term Elections: A Crucial Test for President Marcos
The Philippines is holding a mid-term election that will decide half of the Senate’s seats and thousands of local posts, with significant implications for the country’s politics. The election is also seen as a crucial test for President Ferdinand Marcos and impeached Vice President Sara Duterte, who have been at odds since her impeachment in […]
Philippine Fighter Jet Vanishes During Rebel Clash: Search Operation Underway
We are hopeful that we will still be able to recover” the aircraft and crew. “We are still very optimistic that they are safe.”