Philippines summons Chinese ambassador to protest remarks it says threatened force The Philippine government has summoned the Chinese ambassador to protest remarks it sees as a threat of force The Independent UK · Oct 19
Philippines protests Chinese envoy's remarks, calling them a 'thinly veiled threat' President Ferdinand Marcos Jr_ and his government have condemned remarks by China’s ambassador to Manila, calling them a “thinly veiled threat of the use of force.” The Independent UK · Oct 16
China says it ‘may easily win’ war with Philippines but insists it ‘loves peace’ Manila says Chinese envoy’s comments sound ‘very much to me like a threat’ The Independent UK · Oct 16
Philippine lawmaker pleads not guilty to taking kickbacks in flood control projects A Philippine lawmaker and former speaker of the House of Representatives is denying allegations he pocketed millions of dollars in kickbacks from flood control projects The Independent UK · Sep 16
A Philippine lawmaker charged with corruption in flood control projects A Philippine lawmaker and former House speaker has been charged with allegedly pocketing millions from flood control projects The Independent UK · Sep 7
Sara Duterte posts bail after arrest for alleged threats against Philippines president: ‘I do not feel safe’ Philippines vice president Sara Duterte posted bail after an order was issued for her arrest on charges that she publicly threatened to arrange the assassination of President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. and two other people The Independent UK · Sep 5
At least 15 dead as Philippines hit by twice London’s annual rainfall in just nine days Rain and flooding affects more than 1.3 million people across 10 regions The Independent UK · Aug 11
Sara Duterte: why is the Philippines vice-president facing an impeachment trial? Duterte – the daughter of former president Rodrigo Duterte – has previously denied charges against her The Guardian - AU · Jul 6
Carney, Marcos deepen Canada-Philippines ties as Ottawa looks beyond US trade Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney welcomed Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. to Canada for the first visit by a Philippine leader in more than a decade as the two countries deepen economic and security ties The Independent UK · Jul 2
Putin hosts leaders of Southeast Asian nations, seeking to boost their business ties Russians President Vladimir Putin hosted leaders of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations, seeking to bolster business and other ties with members of the regional bloc AAP · Jun 18
German president says Europe is worried over tensions in the disputed South China Sea German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier says Europe is worried over tensions in the disputed South China Sea that could endanger freedom of navigation as happened in the Strait of Hormuz The Independent UK · Jun 16
Disaster drills helped prevent more deaths when quake hit Philippines, officials say The numbers of dead and missing were considerably lowered after multiple verifications, the Office of Civil Defence said in a statement. Euronews · Jun 12
Philippines protests China's sanctions on defence chief The Philippines' defence boss will continue to do his duty in the face of China's "wickedness", he says, after Beijing sanctioned him for "erroneous remarks". AAP · Jun 12
Philippines protests China's sanctions against its defense chief as 'an unfriendly act' The Philippine government says China’s imposition of sanctions, including an entry ban, against Defense Secretary Gilberto Teodoro Jr. was “an unfriendly act” that could further strain relations The Independent UK · Jun 12
The Independent UK · Jun 8 Philippines earthquake latest: Powerful 7.8-quake leaves 32 dead, flattens buildings and triggers tsunami waves Seismology agency says tsunami alert lifted after about two hours
The Conversation · May 28 A mass killing in the Philippines sparks rare scrutiny over counterinsurgency violence – but no wider reckoning For nearly 60 years, the Philippine government’s war against the insurgent New People’s Army, or NPA, has rumbled on with little accountability in Manila and scarce scrutiny abroad.
Bangkok Post · May 28 Japan, Philippines to agree on negotiations for intel-sharing pact TOKYO — Japan and the Philippines are expected to announce Thursday their intention to begin formal negotiations to conclude a security intelligence-sharing pact, in their latest effort to boost cooperation amid shared concerns over China's military activities.
The Independent UK · May 28 Japan and Philippines move to bolster military ties as China’s rise causes shared anxiety Ferdinand Marcos Jr is receiving ‘exceptional level of hospitality’ in Tokyo
The Independent UK · May 28 Japan woos visiting Philippine leader during state visit with arms sales and China in mind Japan is treating Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. with exceptional hospitality on his four-day state visit
Bangkok Post · May 27 Vietnam leader to visit Philippines next week for trade, security talks MANILA — Vietnam ’s top leader To Lam will visit the Philippines next week, Manila said on Wednesday, as President Ferdinand Marcos Jr seeks to further strengthen his country's regional alliances and security partnerships.
The Guardian - UK · May 15 Where is Dela Rosa? Philippine senator outmanoeuvres president in evading arrest Chaotic week in which enforcer of ‘war on drugs’ flees senate building leaves government looking ‘incompetent’
The Independent UK · May 13 Gunshots fired in Philippines Senate as authorities try to arrest ex-police chief over murder charges The gunfire erupted as Philippine authorities tried to arrest Sen. Ronald dela Rosa, a former national police chief who enforced former President Rodrigo Duterte's anti-drug efforts
The Guardian - UK · May 13 Gunshots fired in Philippines senate in standoff with senator wanted by ICC Ronald dela Rosa, accused of crimes against humanity by international criminal court, has holed up in building to evade arrest
The Guardian - UK · May 11 Philippine presidential hopeful Sara Duterte impeached for second time Vice-president is accused of misusing public funds and threatening the lives of President Marcos Jr and his wife
The Times of India · May 11 Philippine House votes to impeach VP Sara Duterte for a second time In a stunning political upheaval, the Philippine House has voted to impeach Vice President Sara Duterte amid serious graft and corruption charges, which could jeopardize her ambitions for the 2028 presidency. The trial will be overseen by a Senate led by an ally of Duterte, raising questions about the impartiality…