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Safeguarding rule of law through a strategy of assertive transparency

As a rising middle power in the Indo-Pacific, the Philippines is faced with asymmetric security challenges particularly in the maritime domain......»»

Category: newsSource: philstar philstarFeb 17th, 2024

Opinion - South China Sea- Philippines must softly manage disputes or miss out economically

Manilas assertive transparency strategy is touted as a model for managing maritime disputes but it diminishes key economic opportunities. As Chinese investment pours into other Southeast Asian countries, the Philippines must reduce geopolitical risks without acquiescing to Beijing......»»

Category: newsSource:  manilanewsRelated NewsMar 27th, 2024

Shop smarter: 5 tips on safeguarding your online purchases

Shop smarter: 5 tips on safeguarding your online purchases.....»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsMar 12th, 2024

Puerto Princesa’s battle: Safeguarding its mangrove forests

Puerto Princesa residents have institutionalized an annual activity for the past 20 years. They unite in a mass mangrove planting event every year to value the importance of safeguarding and rehabilitating mangrove habitats......»»

Category: newsSource:  rapplerRelated NewsFeb 21st, 2024

Peru: Congress Runs Roughshod Over Rule of Law

(Washington, DC) - The decision by Peru's Congress on March 7, 2024, to arbitrarily remove two members of the National Board of Justice severely undermines judicial independence, the rule of law, and the protection of human rights, Human Rights Watch said today. The Organization of American States (OAS) should convene a meeting of its Permanent Council to address ongoing attacks on judicial independence in Peru......»»

Category: newsSource:  philippinetimesRelated NewsMar 11th, 2024

Wanky picks Solis for PIO role, pledges transparency at PRO-Western Visayas

Wanky picks Solis for PIO role, pledges transparency at PRO-Western Visayas.....»»

Category: newsSource:  thedailyguardianRelated NewsApr 7th, 2024

Wanky picks Solis for PIO role, pledges transparency at PRO-Western Visayas

Wanky picks Solis for PIO role, pledges transparency at PRO-Western Visayas.....»»

Category: newsSource:  thedailyguardianRelated NewsApr 7th, 2024

Wanky picks Solis for PIO role, pledges transparency at PRO-Western Visayas

Wanky picks Solis for PIO role, pledges transparency at PRO-Western Visayas.....»»

Category: newsSource:  thedailyguardianRelated NewsApr 7th, 2024

Wanky picks Solis for PIO role, pledges transparency at PRO-Western Visayas

Wanky picks Solis for PIO role, pledges transparency at PRO-Western Visayas.....»»

Category: newsSource:  thedailyguardianRelated NewsApr 7th, 2024

Transparency, accountability pivotal in Cha-cha talks, senator assures

Senate Majority Leader Joel Villanueva has underscored the unwavering commitment of the Senate to uphold its word, while placing paramount importance on the principles of transparency and accountability in the ongoing discussions surrounding the amendment of the 1987 Constitution......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsFeb 6th, 2024

Human Receives First Neuralink Brain Implant, Plays Civilization 6

What better way to test your new “Cyberpunk-like” brain with a good ‘ol strategy game, right? This is what the first human recipient of the Neuralink brain-computer interface (BCI) did, as he tested his “new” brain by playing a highly touted grand strategy game, Civilization VI. This comes as the Elon Musk-led company has etched […].....»»

Category: newsSource:  metrocebuRelated NewsMar 29th, 2024

Philippines defense strategy operationalized

The Philippines is setting into motion a defense strategy focused on securing and protecting the country’s territorial waters, including marine resources, Defense Secretary Gilbert Teodoro Jr. said yesterday......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsMar 8th, 2024

Marcos wants ‘strategy’ to address brain drain

MANILA, Philippines — In response to the persistent issue of brain drain in the country, President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr. urged the development of a strategy aimed at persuading graduates to remain in the Philippines and contribute their skills for a few years before considering opportunities abroad. According to Marcos, it was “fine” with him.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsFeb 9th, 2024

BSP onboards 1st nonbank electronic money issuer

The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) achieved a significant milestone by welcoming OmniPay, Inc. as the first nonbank electronic money issuer (EMI) participant in its Real Time Gross Settlement (RTGS) payment system, PhilPaSSplus. This move aligns with the National Payment Systems Act and signifies a more inclusive national payment system, allowing nonbank financial institutions to conduct efficient and low-risk funds transfers directly through the central bank. Assistant Governor Mary Anne P. Lim emphasized the BSP's commitment to safeguarding the entire Peso RTGS payment system amidst global trends of diversified participation. With 236 institutions, including various banks and nonbank entities, utilizing PhilPaSSplus for large value transactions and retail payment clearing, the BSP's initiative reflects a broader trend of central banks facilitating direct access for nonbank entities to settlement services. This development comes as international standard-setting bodies work on access guidelines to manage risks in evolving payment systems with new players and financial technologies......»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsJan 15th, 2024

BrahMos consignment to Philippines: 'Could this have been imagined during Congress rule?' asks PM Modi

Bengaluru (Karnataka) [India], April 20 (ANI): Referring to the first consignment of India's BrahMos missile to the Phillippines, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday asked whether all this could have been imagined during Congress rule. "Yesterday, the first consignment of India's BrahMos missile has been dispatched to the Philippines. This has generated employment opportunities in large numbers on the ground level. C.....»»

Category: newsSource:  manilanewsRelated NewsApr 21st, 2024

Putin poised to rule Russia for 6 more years after an election with no other real choices

Putin poised to rule Russia for 6 more years after an election with no other real choices.....»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsMar 17th, 2024

Putin poised to rule Russia for 6 more years after an election with no other real choices

Putin poised to rule Russia for 6 more years after an election with no other real choices.....»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsMar 17th, 2024

Elmer Bartolo, Madelyn Carter rule 'Araw' Davao City Marathon 2024

Elmer Bartolo, Madelyn Carter rule 'Araw' Davao City Marathon 2024.....»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsMar 14th, 2024

USJ-R Jaguars rule Red Bull 3-on-3

USJ-R Jaguars rule Red Bull 3-on-3.....»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsMar 13th, 2024

Chiba Jets edge Seoul SK Knights in thriller to rule EASL

Japan B. League’s Chiba Jets stamped their class as the region’s best, capping a perfect campaign with an exciting 72-69 finale win over Seoul SK Knights of the Korean Basketball League to rule the East Asia Super League (EASL) Sunday at the jam-packed Hoops Dome here......»»

Category: sportsSource:  philstarRelated NewsMar 10th, 2024

Criminologists defeat Medisina to rule over Professionals Basketball League Season 2

Criminologists defeat Medisina to rule over Professionals Basketball League Season 2.....»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsJan 30th, 2024