Leading Bank in the Philippines Expected to Maintain High Profits, According to CEO
BDO Unibank Maintains Positive Outlook Amid US Tariffs BDO Unibank Inc., recognized as the largest lender in the Philippines, anticipates continuing its trend of record revenues this year, rooted in the overall expansion of its lending portfolio. The bank’s CEO aims to reassure investors regarding the implications of US tariffs on operations. “It’s not ideal. […]
Trade Agreements Reached with Philippines and Indonesia as Tariff Deadline Approaches
Trump’s New Trade Agreements with Philippines and Indonesia President Donald Trump revealed on Tuesday that two new trade agreements have been reached with the Philippines and Indonesia. These agreements will impose a 19% tariff on imports from both Southeast Asian nations, aiming to enhance market access for American products. This announcement followed a meeting at […]
China and the Philippines Exchange Accusations Over South China Sea Conflict
China and Philippines Clash in South China Sea On Thursday, China and the Philippines traded accusations following a confrontation between their ships in disputed waters of the South China Sea. This incident adds to the ongoing maritime tensions in this vital region. The Philippine Fisheries Bureau reported that the safety of civilian crews was jeopardized […]
Rodrigo Duterte Wins Mayoral Election in the Philippines While in Jail for Alleged Crimes Against Humanity
Former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte secured a decisive victory in the recent Davao city mayoral election on Monday, even while being detained in a Dutch cell as he awaits trial by the International Criminal Court (ICC) for alleged crimes against humanity. This remarkable win comes after he held the mayor’s position multiple times from 1988 […]
Elections in the Philippines 2025: voting begins in midterms as the Marcos and Duterte families compete for influence.
Voting Begins in Philippines Amidst Tension On Monday, millions of Filipinos cast their votes in a significant medium-term election, which many view as a referendum on the ongoing conflict between President Ferdinand Marcos and President Sarah Duterte from Munitions. In Manila, workers spent Sunday preparing polling stations for an election that will fill over 18,000 […]
Airport car accident in the Philippines claims the lives of 2, including a young girl.
Authorities reported that a vehicle crashed into the entrance of Manila’s Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA) on Sunday, leading to the deaths of two individuals and injuries to others. Among the victims were a man and a young girl, who local organizations say was four years old, though Transport Secretary Vivencio Hizon stated she was […]
Visitor at Philippines Zoo Bitten by Crocodile After Confusing It for a Statue
Incident at Zamboang Gashibugai Zoo A 29-year-old tourist recently found himself in a precarious situation at the Zamboang Gashibugai Zoo in the Philippines. In a strange mix of bravado and poor judgment, he climbed over a fence to take a selfie with a crocodile, mistakenly believing it to be a statue. As he posed for […]
2 People, Including a 4-Year-Old Girl, Die in Philippines Airport Accident
Manila Airport Incident In Manila, two people lost their lives, including a four-year-old girl, following a car crash at the entrance of Ninoy Aquino International Airport on Sunday. Several others sustained injuries in the incident. The airport reported that the accident involved a vehicle striking a corridor near the entrance to NAIA Terminal 1, breaking […]
China and Philippines display competing flags on disputed South China Sea sandbank | China
China and the Philippines have posted their flags on competing photo opportunities in the contested Sandbanks of the South China Sea, latcheating long-standing regional tensions between the two countries. The conflict takes place in Sandy Cay, part of the contested Spratly Islands, days after the US and the Philippines launched an annual joint military drill […]
In a bastion of Catholicism, Filipinos mourn Pope Francis and wonder who comes next | Philippines
At Quiapo Church in central Manila, the Puses are full of worshippers. The latte secoma gathers near the entrance and grabs the fan to relieve the stifling fever. Prayers are read in the memorial of Pope Francis, who is lovingly known as Rorokiko or Grandpa Francis. This is one of many tributes and services throughout […]