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Labor, maritime cooperation tabled in President Marcos’ Europe visit

The Philippines will sign several agreements, including on maritime and labor cooperation, during President Marcos’ five-day visit to Germany and the Czech Republic next week, an official of the Department of Foreign Affairs said on Friday......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsMar 8th, 2024

Top Putin ally meets Cuba’s Raul Castro to discuss security cooperation – Interfax

'Various issues of Russian-Cuban cooperation in the field of security were discussed,' Russia's security council says, adding Moscow 'remains committed to the spirit of strategic partnership between the two countries'.....»»

Category: newsSource:  rapplerRelated NewsFeb 27th, 2024

US-Phl-Japan trilateral security cooperation essential

During the state visit of Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida to the Philippines last November where he delivered a speech before a joint session of Congress, he highlighted the trilateral cooperation between the United States, the Philippines and Japan to protect the freedom of the South China Sea......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsFeb 18th, 2024

Backpedaling

In reiterating my appeal to President Marcos Jr. to flesh out his policy declaration of non-cooperation with the International Criminal Cooperation into a legal document, a colleague commented that my call is “nakakalalaki na.” .....»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsFeb 16th, 2024

Philippines, Vietnam to boost SCS cooperation, incident prevention

The Philippines and Vietnam yesterday agreed to boost cooperation between their coast guards and to prevent untoward incidents in the disputed South China Sea in light of Beijing’s continued aggression in one of the world’s most important trade routes......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsJan 31st, 2024

Meralco units join forces for sustainability initiatives

Manila Electric Co. local retail electricity supplier MPower and social development arm One Meralco Foundation have joined forces for programs that seek to build a sustainable future for the country......»»

Category: financeSource:  philstarRelated NewsJan 10th, 2024

Filipino cruise worker arrested in Florida for planting spy cameras in bathroom

A 34-year-old Filipino cruise ship worker accused of hiding cameras to spy on guests was arrested at Port Everglades in Fort Lauderdale Florida over the weekend. According to federal documents, Arvin Joseph Mirasol, a stateroom attendant in Royal Caribbean’s Symphony of the Seas has been planting hidden cameras in a bathroom and targeting the guests,.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsMar 12th, 2024

Mission impossible: Embracing the nuclear ‘explosion’

A nuclear “explosion” of sorts could be on the horizon for the Philippines – one which could ensure a sustainable, sufficient and clean source of electricity for future generations, or one which could put the country in a deep hole......»»

Category: financeSource:  philstarRelated NewsMar 24th, 2024

CARD RBI offers solar loans to combat rising power costs

For the bank, this solar loan program further defines their commitment to creating a brighter, sustainable future for everyone......»»

Category: sportsSource:  abscbnRelated NewsMar 12th, 2024

Warships from China spotted off Zamboanga City, military mum about it

ZAMBOANGA CITY, Zamboanga del Sur — The military has not reacted and has remained silent on the passing on Thursday of three warships from China. Chinese warhips were intercepted by the Philippine Navy between the seas off Pilas Island and at the back of Santa Cruz Island, and the Navy engaged them in a radio.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsJun 7th, 2024

PCG urges US, Japan coast guards to boost presence as China trespass law looms

MANILA, Philippines — To address the looming implementation of the anti-trespassing policy of China, which encroaches on most of the West Philippine Sea, the Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) has proposed to its counterparts in the United States and Japan a “greater deployment”  in the high seas. PCG Commandant Admiral Ronnie Gil Gavan made this proposal as.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsJun 5th, 2024

Sailing against the current: Building startups in the Philippine seas

In the rich and vibrant tapestry of Southeast Asia, where the sun’s rays awaken myriad islands each morning, the Philippines emerges as a standout not just for its breathtaking natural beauty but also for its thriving startup ecosystem......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsMay 14th, 2024

6 arrested at the labor day protest

Gabriela Secretary General Clarice Palce said, "The police prevent us from getting near the US Embassy but American troops freely occupy our land and seas," she said in Filipino, referring to the Balikatan exercise with the US The post 6 arrested at the labor day protest appeared first on Bulatlat......»»

Category: newsSource:  bulatlatRelated NewsMay 1st, 2024

Build ‘turtle ships’ to resupply Ayungin

Our engineers must build “turtle ships.” Such ships would fend off Chinese ramming, laser gunning and water cannoning in our seas......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsApr 5th, 2024

Navigating Holy Week Travels: A Pilgrim’s Guide

As the solemnity of Holy Week draws near, many embark on journeys, seeking spiritual solace or simply a break from the daily grind. Yet, traversing the roads during this sacred time requires a mindful approach. Here, we offer a compass to navigate the seas of travel during this revered period. First and foremost, foresight is […].....»»

Category: newsSource:  metrocebuRelated NewsMar 29th, 2024

China must comply with treaty on protected areas – expert

China will be under a “very clear obligation” to comply with measures that apply in marine protected areas in the South China Sea as signatory of the landmark United Nations High Seas Treaty, according to a Japanese international law expert......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsFeb 15th, 2024

7 missing as pirates take over boat carrying smuggled cigarettes

Seven of 11 seafarers who were supposed to deliver smuggled cigarettes are missing since Monday after pirates divested them of their merchandise and forced them to jump out of their watercraft in an attack in the western seas of Maguindanao del Norte province......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsFeb 6th, 2024

13 rescued as cargo vessel tilts off Zamboanga del Norte

Thirteen crewmembers of a cargo vessel that tilted off the coast of Zamboanga del Norte amid rough seas were rescued on Monday......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsJan 17th, 2024

BARMM lawmakers mull creation of new hospital, upgrade of old one

Members of the Bangsamoro parliament want to improve a small medical dispensary and create a new one on two remote islands where sick islanders can hardly be evacuated to modern hospitals outside when seas are rough......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsJan 16th, 2024

‘Downgrade Abu kidnap threat in Sulu-Celebes seas’

A Singapore-based anti-piracy and high sea robbery monitoring group has recommended the downgrading of the threat of kidnapping by Abu Sayyaf bandits in the waters at the border of Malaysia and the Philippines......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsJan 11th, 2024