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Consider alliances with Netherlands, Norway, DFA urged

The Department of Foreign Affairs should consider alliances with non-defense allies like Norway, the Netherlands and other countries for maritime exploration, research and development amid conflict with China over the West Philippines Sea (WPS), Sen. Francis Tolentino said yesterday......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsMar 25th, 2024

Philippines, US stress need to sustain, elevate alliance

“We’ve been on hyperdrive over the past years. Engagements across issues and areas and between and among government branches,” Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) Secretary Enrique Manalo said......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsMar 19th, 2024

DFA backs Magna Carta for Seafarers

The Department of Foreign Affairs has expressed support for the enactment of the proposed Magna Carta of Filipino Seafarers, as the maritime industry grapples with security risks sparked by missile attacks by Yemen-based Houthi rebels on shipping in the Gulf of Aden and the Red Sea......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsMar 12th, 2024

Many Chinese maritime proposals against national interests — DFA

“While a few proposals were deemed somewhat workable, many of the remaining Chinese proposals were determined, after a careful study, scrutiny and deliberation within the Philippine government, to be contrary to our national interests,” the department said in a statement. .....»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsMar 12th, 2024

DFA seeks passage of Magna Carta for seafarers after deadly attack

“We do believe that any law which will improve the lot of seafarers should be signed as soon as possible, but we fully respect the desire of the president and legislators to improve the bill as it is.”.....»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsMar 12th, 2024

DFA slams Chinese consul general’s false narratives on West Philippine Sea

The Department of Foreign Affairs slammed a Chinese official yesterday for again making false claims on the West Philippine Sea issue......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsFeb 13th, 2024

Manila court orders DFA to cancel passport of ex-NegOr Rep. Teves

A Manila court has ordered the Department of Foreign Affairs to cancel the passport of expelled Negros Oriental Rep. Arnolfo Teves Jr. who is facing multiple charges and has been declared a fugitive from justice, the Department of Justice (DOJ) confirmed on Friday. “Although the freedom to travel is guaranteed, it does not give one an unlimited.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsFeb 11th, 2024

DFA ordered to cancel expelled solon Arnie Teves’ passport

In a resolution dated February 8, Manila Regional Trial Court Branch 51 ordered the Department of Foreign Affairs to cancel Teves’ passport, citing the former lawmaker’s “designation” by the Anti-Terrorism Council, which served as grounds for the revocation of his documents......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsFeb 9th, 2024

Philippines, China agree on improved maritime communications, ‘calm’ approach

The DFA said that Filipino and Chinese diplomats had “frank and productive discussions” to de-escalate the situation in the strategically and economically important waterway during a bilateral consultation on the South China Sea. .....»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsJan 18th, 2024

18 Pinoy seafarers held in Oman – DFA

The Department of Foreign Affairs is still waiting for information on how several Filipino crewmembers of an oil tanker were allegedly taken hostage by the Iran regime in Oman......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsJan 12th, 2024

6 armed villagers wounded in Basilan ambush

Ambushers wounded six men in a rival group in an attack early Saturday in Sitio Lessem in Barangay Bato-Bato in Akbar, Basilan......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsMay 4th, 2024

Asia-Pacific women fight foreign exploitation

"We have a lot of platforms where we can show our defiance and our strength. The moment women chose to take the path of armed struggle, they already defied the macho-feudal imperialist system that says that only men can topple the system or become part of the revolutionary army." The post Asia-Pacific women fight foreign exploitation appeared first on Bulatlat......»»

Category: newsSource:  bulatlatRelated NewsMar 17th, 2024

Armed men intimidate journalists reporting on Pampanga demolition

According to the NUJP, the threats were made by some members of the demolition team of Clarkhills Properties Corp. during a demolition in Sitio Balubad, Brgy. Anunas......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsMar 13th, 2024

Satisfaction with AFP at 86% – OCTA poll

A large majority of Filipinos remain satisfied with the performance of the Armed Forces of the Philippines in the fourth quarter of 2023, a survey conducted by the OCTA Research group showed......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsMar 7th, 2024

COPs urged to avoid assigning men to unauthorized persons

COPs urged to avoid assigning men to unauthorized persons.....»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsMay 25th, 2024

Alinsunurin delighted at rise of men’s volleyball as NU battles La Salle in Final Four

It has been a harder climb for Dante Alinsunurin and the National University Bulldogs as they sealed their place as the No. 2 seed in the UAAP men’s volleyball tournament Final Four on Saturday, surviving a tough DLSU Green Spikers squad in a five-set affair......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsMay 4th, 2024

DLSU-NU playoff set in men’s volley

La Salle reasserted its mastery of reigning MVP Josh Ybañez and Santo Tomas, 25-20, 25-27, 25-20, 25-18, and arranged a duel with three-time champion National U for the last twice-to-beat advantage in the UAAP Season 86 men’s volleyball yesterday at the Smart Araneta Coliseum......»»

Category: sportsSource:  philstarRelated NewsApr 28th, 2024

Star-studded USA men s basketball team for Paris 2024 Olympics

Star-studded USA men s basketball team for Paris 2024 Olympics.....»»

Category: lifestyleSource:  abscbnRelated NewsApr 18th, 2024

Green Spikers dispose of Maroons in UAAP men s volleyball

The La Salle Green Spikers booted the University of the Philippines out of Final Four contention in the UAAP Season 86 men's volleyball tournament after sweeping the Fighting Maroons, 25-20, 25-16, 25-14, Thursday at the Mall of Asia Arena in Pasay City......»»

Category: sportsSource:  philstarRelated NewsApr 4th, 2024

5 men arrested in brawl

FIVE men involved in a brawl in front of the Davao City Hall on Thursday dawn, March 28, were arrested and will be facing charges......»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsApr 2nd, 2024