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MANILA, Philippines — The Philippines plans to acquire 12 additional light fighters from South Korea for P40 billion, a big boost to the country’s air power amid continuing tensions in the West ...

The move comes against the backdrop of rising tension between the Philippines, a U.S. treaty ally, and Beijing during the past two years, stemming from their overlapping claims in the busy ...

MANILA, Philippines — The Philippines said Tuesday it was alarmed by Chinese coast guard patrols which are growing closer to the country’s shore. Beijing claims most of the South China Sea despite an ...

The Philippines has said China’s deployment of its largest coastguard vessel inside Manila’s exclusive maritime economic zone (EEZ) is alarming and clearly intended to intimidate fishermen ...

Manalo said that he spoke with Rubio to congratulate him on his appointment as the US' top diplomat. “We discussed the importance of the PH-US alliance for the prosperity and security of the Indo ...

MANILA, Philippines — Philippine economic growth is expected to accelerate this year and in 2026, making the country one of the strongest performers among Southeast Asian economies. This is ...

Engaged by arts, graphics, and user interface and experience design, she took related courses from the University of the Philippines Open University and Coursera during her semestral break.

The arrest comes amid growing suspicion in the Philippines over China's activities, including the conduct of its coast guard and fishing militia in Manila's exclusive economic zone. The two ...

The Philippines and China agreed Thursday to an indefinite implementation of an arrangement for the resupply of daily necessities and rotation missions by Manila at Ayungin Shoal in the West ...

MANILA, Philippines—The Philippines, for decades, has been the stronghold of Catholicism in Asia, with almost 80 percent of the population identifying themselves as Roman Catholic. Since the ...

MANILA, Philippines — In a world where the odds are stacked against the Philippine passport, Kach Umandap has carved a path of possibility, proving that borders can be crossed with courage and ...