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China s claims over Taiwan lack a legal basis under international law, says envoy to Switzerland

Taipei [Taiwan], March 9 (ANI): Taiwan's representative to Switzerland, David WF Huang, reiterated Taiwan's sovereignty in a keynote speech in Switzerland, Focus Taiwan reported.Invited by the Swiss think tank Foraus, Huang addressed nearly 200 attendees at the University of Zurich, highlighting recent developments in the Taiwan Strait, including China's adjustment of the M503 flight path.According to Foc.....»»

Category: newsSource:  manilanewsRelated NewsMar 9th, 2024

Why is Taiwan so exposed to earthquakes and so well prepared to withstand them?

TAIPEI, Taiwan — Taiwan was struck Wednesday, April 3, 2024, by its most powerful earthquake in a quarter of a century.  At least nine people were killed and hundreds injured, buildings and highways damaged and dozens of workers at quarries stranded. READ MORE: Taiwan earthquake: Live updates Taiwan is no stranger to powerful earthquakes yet their.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsApr 4th, 2024

Small businesses may make up 60% of Philippines GDP – Visa

Small businesses in the Philippines may produce as much as 60 percent of the country’s gross domestic product (GDP) if financial institutions and the government could help the sector grow in the coming years, according to global digital payments platform Visa......»»

Category: financeSource:  philstarRelated NewsMar 15th, 2024

The March 2024 priority dates

Each month, the Visa Office of the State Department publishes, in the Visa Bulletin, the priority dates for that particular month for the various family and employment-based categories......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsFeb 18th, 2024

The February 2024 priority dates

Each month, the Visa Office of the State Department publishes, in the Visa Bulletin, the priority dates for that particular month for the various family and employment-based categories......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsJan 20th, 2024

Government to assist Pinoys affected by Taiwan quake – Marcos

The government will immediately assist Filipinos affected by the magnitude 7.4 earthquake in Taiwan, President Marcos said yesterday as he expressed sympathy for the people of Taiwan......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsApr 4th, 2024

Pinoys in Taiwan to learn organic farming

Filipinos in Taiwan will soon undergo free training in organic farming, the Manila Economic and Cultural Office said over the weekend......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsJan 29th, 2024

China Warns Philippines Not to Play With Fire Over Taiwan

China summoned the ambassador of the Philippines Tuesday to officially protest President Ferdinand Marcos' message of congratulations to Taiwan's newly elected president.In a post on X, the social media site formerly known as Twitter, President Marcos congratulated Lai Ching-te, the candidate of Taiwan's ruling Democratic Progressive Party, on his election last Saturday, and said he looked forward to "close coll.....»»

Category: newsSource:  manilanewsRelated NewsJan 17th, 2024

3 Filipinos injured in Taiwan quake

The Department of Migrant Workers reported that three Filipinos sustained minor injuries following the powerful magnitude 7.2 earthquake that struck Taiwan......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsApr 4th, 2024

2K rice, corn farmers lose crops

2K rice, corn farmers lose crops.....»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsApr 12th, 2024

Traffic enforcer in viral ‘kotong’ video may lose job

Traffic enforcer in viral ‘kotong’ video may lose job.....»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsMar 24th, 2024

Hundreds of OFWs in Iraq to lose jobs

With the impending pullout of the United States from its bases in Iraq, hundreds of overseas Filipino workers (OFWs) are expected to lose their jobs, migration expert Manny Geslani said yesterday......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsFeb 19th, 2024

NZ-EU FTA gains Royal Assent for 1 May entry to force

The European Union Free Trade Agreement Legislation Amendment Bill received Royal Assent today, completing the process for New Zealand's ratification of its free trade agreement with the European Union.   "I am pleased to announce that today, in a small ceremony at the Beehive, New Zealand notified the European Union of our ratification of the New Zealand European Union Free Trade Agreement (NZ-EUFTA)......»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsMar 25th, 2024

China to ‘resolutely fight back’ if provoked on Taiwan

Denounced in the Philippines for her rebuke of President Marcos over the Taiwan issue, Chinese ministry of foreign affairs spokesperson Mao Ning has lashed back at Defense Secretary Gilbert Teodoro Jr., saying China is ready to “resolutely fight back” if provoked......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsJan 20th, 2024

Mga Pinoy na nilindol sa Taiwan, tutulungan – PBBM

Tiniyak ni Pangulong Bongbong Marcos na makakaasa ng tulong ng gobyerno ang mga Pilipino na apektado ng malakas na lindol sa Taiwan. The post Mga Pinoy na nilindol sa Taiwan, tutulungan – PBBM first appeared on Abante......»»

Category: newsSource:  abanteRelated NewsApr 4th, 2024

Taiwan s Navy Chief to Visit US Next Week, Sources Say

Taiwan's navy chief, Tang Hua, will visit the United States next week to attend a military ceremony and discuss how to boost bilateral naval cooperation as China raises threats toward the island, six people briefed on the trip said.While Taiwan and the United States have a close relationship, it is unofficial, as Washington formally recognizes China, not the democratically governed island that Beijing claims as.....»»

Category: newsSource:  manilanewsRelated NewsMar 29th, 2024

Philippines will increase military presence in islands facing Taiwan

MANILA, The Philippines: The Philippines is set to bolster its military presence on islands adjacent to Taiwan, aiming to enhance its territorial defense capabilities, as announced by Defense Secretary Gilberto Teodoro. During his visit to naval facilities on the remote Batanes islands, less than 125 miles from Taiwan, Teodoro instructed the military to increase troop deployments and called for the development o.....»»

Category: newsSource:  philippinetimesRelated NewsFeb 10th, 2024

Philippines Defense Secretary wants more troops in islands near Taiwan

MANILA, The Philippines: The Philippines is set to bolster its military presence on islands adjacent to Taiwan, aiming to enhance its territorial defense capabilities, as announced by Defense Secretary Gilberto Teodoro. During his visit to naval facilities on the remote Batanes islands, less than 125 miles from Taiwan, Teodoro instructed the military to increase troop deployments and called for the development o.....»»

Category: newsSource:  manilanewsRelated NewsFeb 10th, 2024

China warns PH to “tread carefully” on Taiwan issue

MANILA, Philippines— China issued a subtle warning to the Philippines concerning Taiwan, advising Filipino officials to “tread carefully” on the matter of the “red line.” China made the remark following an order by Philippine Defense Secretary Gilberto Teodoro Jr. to raise military presence in Batanes, the Philippines’ northernmost province that is very near Taiwan. “I.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsFeb 9th, 2024

China urges Philippines not to play with fire on Taiwan question

The Chinese Foreign Ministry on Thursday urged the Philippines not to "play with fire" on the Taiwan question. According to reports, the Philippines' defense chief has ordered the military to boost the number of troops and structures on the Batanes islands which are less than 200 km from China's Taiwan region. In response at a daily press briefing, Wang Wenbin, a spokesperson for the Chinese Foreign Minis.....»»

Category: newsSource:  manilanewsRelated NewsFeb 9th, 2024