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Councilor urges social media influencers to observe local laws
The Davao City councilor, Temujin “Tek” Ocampo, has urged social media influencers to familiarize themselves with local ordinances before promoting areas to their followers. Ocampo, who heads the Committee on Environment and Natural Resources, appreciates the promotion of Davao City by social media influencers but emphasizes the importance of understanding local laws before attracting crowds to specific areas. He expressed gratitude for the promotion but highlighted the challenge of controlling the influx of people once a location is featured. Ocampo plans to collaborate with Councilor Al Ryan Alejandre, Chair of the Committee on Tourism and Beautification, to accredit social media vloggers through the local government unit. He underscored the need for accredited vloggers, recognizing their contributions to the city and addressing any mistakes they might make. This initiative aims to balance recognition for positive actions with corrective measures for any missteps. The concerns arose in November 2023 when a Davao City-based environment group criticized a travel vlogger for promoting recreational activities in a river within the Panigan-Tamugan Watershed. Following a waste dumping incident on January 11, 2024, the group urged Dabawenyos, especially vloggers and influencers, to refrain from visiting protected areas for leisure. They emphasize the importance of understanding and respecting rules and regulations before endorsing specific parts of the city......»»
China launches Southeast Asia outreach amid tensions with Philippines
Taipei, Taiwan - China launched a fresh round of diplomatic outreach to Southeast Asia this week, as Chinese leader Xi Jinping met with Indonesian President-elect Prabowo Subianto Monday and foreign ministers from Laos, Vietnam and East Timor began to arrive in Beijing Tuesday.The diplomatic charm offensive comes amid territorial disputes between China and the Philippines in the South China Sea, and efforts by t.....»»
China says Philippines ignored South China Sea proposal as tensions rise - BBC.com
China says Philippines ignored South China Sea proposal as tensions rise BBC.com.....»»
Steps taken by China in South China Sea destabilizing – US
Steps taken by China in the South China Sea that were coercive and against international law are “destabilizing” and “deeply unacceptable,” a ranking State Department official said yesterday......»»
China’s first homegrown airliner makes international debut in Singapore
SINGAPORE – China’s challenger to Airbus and Boeing’s passenger jets, the narrow-body C919 manufactured by the Commercial Aircraft Corporation of China (COMAC), has made its first trip outside Chinese territory, staging a fly-by at the Singapore Airshow on Sunday. China has invested heavily in its attempt to break the hold of the dominant two Western.....»»
China 'Pushes the Boundaries' with its expanding borders
Beijing [China], February 13 (ANI): In late 2021, Chairman Xi Jinping famously told President Joe Biden, "Aggression or hegemony is not in the blood of the Chinese nation. Since the founding of the people's republic, China has never started a single war or conflict, and has never taken one inch of land from other countries." However, such a claim is demonstrably false, as China recklessly pushes forward its boundaries on.....»»
China 'Pushes the Boundaries' with its expanding borders
Beijing [China], February 13 (ANI): In late 2021, Chairman Xi Jinping famously told President Joe Biden, "Aggression or hegemony is not in the blood of the Chinese nation. Since the founding of the people's republic, China has never started a single war or conflict, and has never taken one inch of land from other countries." However, such a claim is demonstrably false, as China recklessly pushes forward its boundaries on.....»»
China Says Philippine Vessel Illegally Landed on Disputed Atoll
SHANGHAI - China said Saturday a small civilian vessel from the Philippines had 'illegally placed itself on the beach' of an atoll in the South China Sea that both countries claim.The vessel, which landed on the Spratly Islands atoll on Friday, was there for supply purposes, the China coast guard posted on the Weixin platform.The Philippines' coast guard, national security council and foreign ministry did.....»»
China Says Philippine Vessel Illegally Landed on Disputed Atoll
SHANGHAI - China said Saturday a small civilian vessel from the Philippines had 'illegally placed itself on the beach' of an atoll in the South China Sea that both countries claim.The vessel, which landed on the Spratly Islands atoll on Friday, was there for supply purposes, the China coast guard posted on the Weixin platform.The Philippines' coast guard, national security council and foreign ministry did.....»»
China: Carmakers Implicated in Uyghur Forced Labor
VOICEOVER:Do you have a car? If so, then parts of your car could be made with forced labor from China. Let's explain how. The first thing you need to know is that factories in China make the most cars in the world.Major brands such as General Motors, Tesla, BYD, Toyota, and Volkswagen manufacture and sell cars in China. .....»»
Philippines to improve 9 of its islands in South China Sea
MANILA, The Philippines: The Philippines is set to enhance the habitability of islands it considers part of its territory in the South China Sea, according to Romeo Brawner, Manila's military chief. These plans are unfolding amid escalating tensions between the Philippines and China, as both nations claim South China Sea territory and have accused each other of provocative actions in the region. Apart fr.....»»
Philippines to enhance habitability of its islands in South China Sea
MANILA, The Philippines: The Philippines is set to enhance the habitability of islands it considers part of its territory in the South China Sea, according to Romeo Brawner, Manila's military chief. These plans are unfolding amid escalating tensions between the Philippines and China, as both nations claim South China Sea territory and have accused each other of provocative actions in the region. Apart fr.....»»
China slams Germany for meddling in South China Sea row
Insisting anew on its claim of owning almost the entire South China Sea China has lashed back at other non-Association of Southeast Asian Nations countries allegedly meddling in the maritime disputes of the region......»»
EDITORIAL - Foreign trade barriers
Instead of declaring war on pollster Pulse Asia over its latest survey showing 88 percent of Filipinos opposing Charter change, congressmen can read the report of the office of the US Trade Representative, which details foreign trade barriers in 59 markets including the Philippines......»»
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)......»»
Malaysia holds historic biz market footprint in city
CONSIDERING the business climate and unique geographic position of Davao City, the Malaysia External Trade Development Corporation (Matrade) under the trade promotion agency of the Ministry of Investment, Trade and Industry (MITI) has set a historic business market footprint in the city through the Market Immersion Mission, making Davao one of their smart cities in the country, alongside the Philippine’s capital region, Manila......»»
British chamber remains optimistic on UK-Philippines trade growth
With the total trade in goods and services reaching an all-time high of £3.0 billion, BCCP Executive Director/Trustee Chris Nelson expressed optimism on the positive growth trajectory of the UK and the Philippines’ bilateral trade......»»
BOC creates body to solve trade woes
The Bureau of Customs has established an advisory council that aims to address trade bottlenecks and enhance trade facilitation among importers and business groups amid a changing global environment......»»
French Farmers Protest Unfair Competition in EU Free-Trade Agreements
French Farmers Protest Against Unfair Trade Agreements Imposed by EU French farming unions have taken to the streets to protest against free-trade agreements imposed by.....»»
Trade deficit narrows to $4 billion in December
The country’s trade deficit narrowed in December as both exports and imports declined, bringing the full-year 2023 trade gap to $52.42 billion, down from the previous year’s shortfall of $57.65 billion, the Philippine Statistics Authority said......»»