Philippines

China vessel conducting ‘illegal’ research near gas-rich Reed bank, says Philippines

A China Coast Guard ship near the Philippine-occupied Thitu Island in the disputed South China Sea, on Feb 21.

Philippines says Iran war sends economic growth to five-year low

A vendor carries a sack of ice at a market in Marikina City, Metro Manila, Philippines, 05 May 2026.

Japan fires missile in joint drill with US, allies in northern Philippines, facing South China Sea

A Japan Ground Self-Defense Force (JGSDF) Type 88 surface-to-ship missile launcher fires during the Joint Task Force (JTF) Maritime Strike, part of the Balikatan joint military exercises between the United States and the Philippines in Ilocos Norte province.

PM Wong to attend Asean Summit in Cebu

Asean leaders are expected to discuss ways to strengthen trade, energy and food security in the region.

Japan strikes combat role in South China Sea in post-war pivot

Along with US and Philippine forces, the Japanese military fired missiles in a practice sinking of a mock enemy ship off the northern Philippines’ Ilocos Norte on May 6.

Philippines urges Myanmar to grant ASEAN envoy access to Aung San Suu Kyi

Myanmar's State Counsellor Aung San Suu Kyi arrives at a school in Kawhmu, Yangon, Myanmar, July 18, 2019.

US Army fires first Tomahawk from Philippines in exercise

US marines walking past a Marine Air Defence Integrated system launcher during the integrated missile exercise as part of the Balikatan joint Philippines and US military exercise at a naval base facing South China Sea.

Japan, Philippines aim to fast-track transfer of navy destroyers

Japan's Defence Minister Shinjiro Koizumi’s visit came as a contingent of 1,400 Japanese personnel was participating for the first time in annual US-Philippine military exercises

Fraternity feels the National School Games have a broader role in sporting development

Experts advocate multi-sport exposure in early years for foundational skills.

Earthquake of 6 magnitude strikes central Philippines, no immediate reports of damage or casualties

The quake was at a depth of 10km, the GFZ said.

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