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Australia, ASEAN Warn Against Confrontations in South China Sea
Members of the 10-nation Association of Southeast Asian Nations are urging calm among those who operate in the increasingly volatile South China Sea.The plea was made Wednesday in a joint statement between ASEAN and Australia at the end of a three-day summit in Melbourne. The summit marked the 50th anniversary of Australia establishing formal ties with ASEAN.The declaration said Australia and ASEAN "recog.....»»
Preventing violent extremism from the ground-up in South Asia
Violent extremism undermines peace and security, human rights and sustainable development. No country or region is immune from its impacts.For the.....»»
Effective prevention of violent extremism
On Feb. 12, we observed International Day for the Prevention of Violent Extremism as and when Conducive to Terrorism......»»
Belmonte hits violent dispersal of student protesters
Quezon City Mayor Joy Belmonte yesterday condemned the violent dispersal of students who protested outside the House of Representatives on Monday......»»
Marcos tells Australia their strategic partnership is more important than ever
MELBOURNE, Australia (AP) — Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. told Australia’s Parliament on Thursday that the strategic partnership between the two nations was more important than ever with the rule of law and peace in the region under threat from China. Marcos told a special joint sitting of the two chambers during a state visit.....»»
NBTC Basketball: Team Dico owner cries foul over semifinals game forfeiture
CEBU CITY, Philippines — Cebuano sports organizer and lawyer Reymar Englis Dico has expressed his utter disappointment to the organizers of the National Basketball Training Center (NBTC) Cebu Province Qualifying Tournament for forfeiting their semifinals game. Dico told the media that the local organizers of the NBTC decided to forfeit his team’s semifinal game last.....»»
10th ID bashes Canadian gov’t for travel advisory vs Mindanao
The 10th Infantry Agila Division (10ID) of the Philippine Army criticized the Canadian government for issuing a travel advisory against all parts of Mindanao, which includes their area of responsibility. Major Mark Anthony Tito, spokesperson for the 10th ID, emphasized that the regions under their jurisdiction are peaceful and free from terrorism and violent threats, contrary to the Canadian embassy's advisory. The division oversees 12 provinces, seven cities, and 72 municipalities in various parts of Mindanao. Tito expressed bewilderment at the basis of the travel advisory, asserting that the Canadian government lacks awareness of the actual situation on the ground. He highlighted the peaceful nature of the entire Davao Region throughout 2023, with no recorded incidents of terrorism or insurgency. Despite the exclusion of Davao City from the advisory, Tito noted that the region would still be impacted. The Canadian embassy's advisory warned its citizens to avoid visiting Mindanao due to ongoing terrorism, civil unrest, kidnapping, high levels of violence, and encounters between rebel forces and government security authorities. Specific provinces and regions were singled out for caution or non-essential travel, including Northern Mindanao, Soccsksargen, and Eastern Mindanao. Contrary to the advisory, the 10th ID has been actively weakening and eliminating guerilla forces within its jurisdiction as part of the Philippine Army's efforts to establish an insurgency-free zone. In fact, on October 27, 2023, the Davao Region celebrated its first anniversary as an insurgency-free region in the Philippines. This dispute has led to other related stories, including the Chamber's intention to engage in discussions with the Canadian government regarding the travel advisory, as well as refutations from the Mindanao Development Authority (MinDA) and celebrations of the Davao Region's insurgency-free status by the Regional Peace and Order Council. In summary, the 10th ID vehemently opposes the Canadian government's travel advisory, citing the peaceful and secure nature of the regions under their jurisdiction, and highlighting the significant strides made in eradicating insurgency in the Davao Region......»»
NZ welcomes Australia and Brazil to agreements
New Zealand has welcomed Australia to the Inclusive Trade Action Group (ITAG) and Australia and Brazil to the Global Trade and Gender Arrangement (GTAGA) Minister for Trade Todd McClay says. As the current chair of ITAG and GTAGA, Minister McClay hosted the signing ceremony and issued the Abu Dhabi Joint Statement on Sustainable and Inclusive Trade with fellow ITAG Ministers from Australi.....»»
Philippines-Australia business deals seen to fuel economic growth
The business deals signed recently between the Philippines and Australia will help ensure economic growth and security in the Philippines, an international think tank said......»»
‘Stop the human rights abuses:’ Marcos Jr visit to Australia met with protests
“Australia’s relationships with other countries must go beyond trade and defense, we must live our values and defend those whose lives are being destroyed by political violence." - Senator Janet Rice The post ‘Stop the human rights abuses:’ Marcos Jr visit to Australia met with protests appeared first on Bulatlat......»»
Western Australia in ‘extreme’ heatwave, raising bush fire risk
SYDNEY — Parts of Western Australia were gripped by an “extreme” heatwave on Saturday, raising the risk of bushfires in the vast state, the nation’s weather forecaster said. The Bureau of Meteorology had an “extreme heat-wave warning” in place on Saturday for the remote Pilbara and Gascoyne areas of Australia’s largest state, warning temperatures there.....»»
Pinas, US, Australia, Japan pasiklab sa WPS
Sasamahan ng puwersa ng Estados Unidos, Australia at Japan ang mga barko ng Pilipinas sa gagawing joint maritime activity sa West Philippine Sea. The post Pinas, US, Australia, Japan pasiklab sa WPS first appeared on Abante......»»
President Marcos to attend Asean-Australia meet in Melbourne
President Marcos leaves today for Melbourne, Australia to take part in the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN)-Australia Special Summit......»»
Kathryn magtatagal sa Australia, sey ni Cristy: Dapat lang mag-move on
MUKHANG matagal na magbabakasyon sa Australia ang Box-Office Queen na si Kathryn Bernardo base na rin sa sandamakmak na bagaheng dala nito. Balitang napakaraming bitbit na maleta ng Kapamilya actress nang magtungo ito sa Australia kamakailan para manood ng “Eras Tour” ng International singer-songwriter na si Taylor Swift. Isa ang topic na ito sa mga.....»»
‘More robust’ Philippines-Australia ties seen in Marcos Jr. visit
President Marcos vowed yesterday to act as a “bridge” that would further link the Philippines with its strategic partner Australia during his two-day visit to Canberra, which he hopes will lead to “more robust” ties between the two countries......»»
Another ugly walkout mars Sinulog Cup basketball
CEBU CITY, Philippines– Another walkout marred the already tainted Sinulog Cup 2024 Basketball Cup and this time it happened in Friday night’s semifinal round. The OCCCI Sheermasters-Ormoc marched to the championship round after the United Negros Basketball League (UNBL) All-Stars left the court with 14.7 seconds left in the game while trailing , 73-74. As.....»»
Australia: An important and critical ally
The official visit of President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. to Canberra underscores the ever-important alliance between the Philippines and Australia – the only other country aside from the United States with whom we have a Visiting Forces Agreement......»»
Senior citizens sa Batangas game na game pa rin sa pa-liga sa basketball
IKA nga nila, “age doesn’t matter.” Ito ang pinatunayan ng mga senior citizen sa probinsya ng Batangas na bidang-bida sa paglalaro ng basketball. Sa katunayan nga, may ikinasang pa-liga para sa kanila ang dating alkalde ng Taysan na si Dondon Portugal. Sa opening event noong April 6, present ang veteran actress at dating miyembro ng.....»»
Canada’s travel advisory doesn’t reflect situation in Mindanao, say officials
DAVAO CITY (MindaNews / 20 January) – Officials and other stakeholders have expressed dismay at and disagreement with the travel advisory issued by the Canadian Embassy warning its citizens against traveling to several provinces in Mindanao. The advisory cited “serious threat of terrorism, kidnapping, high levels of crime, and violent clashes between the security forces […].....»»
Dancing sensation Niana Guerrero turns 18
She used to be the girl who got the swag while she danced with her older brother Ranz Kyle, but now Niana Guerrero is a vision in red as she turns 18. .....»»