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95 areas in Davao Region still grapple with flooding
Ninety-five areas in the Davao Region continue to grapple with flooding, as reported by the Office of Civil Defense-Davao Region (OCD-Davao). Davao del Norte has the highest number of flooded areas, with 64 barangays affected, followed by Davao Oriental with 22, and Davao de Oro with nine. The region has also experienced over 50 landslides, with Davao de Oro leading with 44 incidents and eight in Davao Oriental. Tragically, a significant landslide in Monkayo, Davao de Oro resulted in nine confirmed deaths, one critical injury, and four individuals still under search and rescue operations. Davao City also recorded casualties due to heavy rains. The adverse weather conditions have affected thousands of individuals and displaced over 4,000 families in evacuation centers. The Department of Social Welfare and Development-Davao Region (DSWD-Davao) has provided assistance to the affected families. The heavy rainfall is attributed to a weather system known as a shear line, causing widespread impact in the Visayas and Mindanao areas......»»
Nine SKUs post price hike in latest SRP bulletin
Nine stock keeping units have recorded price hikes in the most recent suggested retail price bulletin for basic necessities and prime commodities, according to the Department of Trade and Industry......»»
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......»»
DFA: No Pinoys hurt in Russia terror attack
No Filipinos were hurt in the terror attack at the Crocus Hall in Moscow on March 22 that resulted in the deaths of about 115 people, the Department of Foreign Affairs said yesterday......»»
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......»»
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......»»
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. .....»»
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.”.....»»
Filipinos nabbed over corpses in Tokyo face ‘murder’ probe
'We will see in the next few weeks what will be the final charges to be filed against them. The embassy is...ready to continue providing assistance,' DFA Undersecretary Eduardo de Vega says.....»»
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......»»
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.....»»
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......»»
PH in contact with Filipinos arrested in Japan over bodies found in Tokyo
The Filipina arrested for abandoning the corpses of a Japanese couple 'denies all involvement,' says a DFA official.....»»
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. .....»»
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......»»
When It’s Time to Say Goodbye to That Credit Line
Credit lines can be a double-edged sword for those who are undisciplined with money. On one hand, they offer a very convenient access to funds for emergencies or purchases. On the other hand, the ease of swiping a card or making a purchase through an online-only use credit line can mask the reality that the […].....»»
US Defence Secretary holds talks with Chinese counterpart, first since 2022
Washington [US], April 17 (ANI) United States Defence Secretary Lloyd Austin and and his Chinese counterpart Dong Jun held talks in nearly 18 months and discussed US-China defence relations and regional and global security issues, the Pentagon said. In the meeting held via videoconference on Tuesday, Austin stressed the importance of keeping military-to-military communication lines between the US and China open, it said......»»
Group calls for lease-free installation of broadband links
Like free access to electricity and water lines, the installation of broadband connectivity should not bear additional costs to internet providers, according to CitizenWatch Philippines......»»
US top diplomat for East Asia to visit China amid tensions in South China Sea
Washington, DC [US], April 14 (ANI): US Assistant State Secretary for East Asian and Pacific Affairs Daniel J. Kritenbrink is set to begin his visit to China today (Sunday) to meet Chinese officials as part of ongoing efforts to maintain open lines of communication between the two countries. The US official, Kritenbrink, will be on his visit to China from April 14 to 16. "Assistant Secretary of State for East Asian and Pa.....»»
Biden tells China s Xi to stay out of US elections
Washington - President Joe Biden again warned Chinese President Xi Jinping against meddling in the November U.S. presidential election during the two leaders' phone call Tuesday. The call is part of U.S. efforts to maintain "open lines of communication to responsibly manage competition and prevent unintended conflict," the White House said.In various engagements, the U.S. has raised its "continual reinforcement.....»»