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DFA to probe Chinese diplomats’ ‘illegal acts’

The “illegal and unlawful” activities of diplomatic officials will be investigated following the potential Anti-Wiretapping Law violation committed by officials of the Chinese embassy in Manila......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsMay 14th, 2024

DFA probes ‘illegal’ activities by diplomats

“The Department of Foreign Affairs will look into any reports of illegal and unlawful activities by diplomatic officials, and undertake necessary action in line with existing laws and regulations,” the DFA said. .....»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsMay 13th, 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

China’s diplomats condemn foreign governments over Taiwan post-election remarks

The Chinese foreign ministry describes a statement from US Secretary of State Anthony Blinken as 'sending a seriously incorrect signal' to 'Taiwan independence separatist forces'.....»»

Category: newsSource:  rapplerRelated NewsJan 14th, 2024

Marcos to diplomats: Economy has recovered from pandemic

The Philippines has recovered from the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic and external conflicts, President Marcos said yesterday, as he called on members of the diplomatic community to work together to achieve peace and prosperity......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsJan 12th, 2024

LGUs ordered to step up in water conservation

The Department of the Interior and Local Government on Wednesday called on local government units, especially in Metro Manila, to strictly enforce water conservation measures as El Niño threatens supply......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsMay 15th, 2024

SC grants protection writ for ex-Bayan Muna solon, declares ‘red-tagging’ threatens life, liberty, security

In a 39-page decision dated July 4, 2023,  the high court declared that associating red-tagging and guilt by association jeopardizes a person’s fundamental rights to life, liberty, or security, setting aside the ruling of the Iloilo Regional Trial Court (RTC) in dismissing the former lawmaker’s amparo petition. .....»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsMay 8th, 2024

Groups hail SC decision granting amparo petition for ex-Bayan Muna solon

In the decision released on Tuesday, the Supreme Court said that red-tagging and guilt by association threatens an individual’s right to life, liberty and security......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsMay 8th, 2024

China threatens US with response in wake of missile deployment in Philippines

Beijing has accused Washington of undermining peace and stability in the Asia-Pacific region Beijing has condemned Washington's deployment of intermediate-range missiles in the Asia-Pacific region and will take all effective measures to prevent the US from "messing up" the South China Sea, Chinese Defense Min.....»»

Category: newsSource:  manilanewsRelated NewsApr 26th, 2024

KOJC member threatens media with rock outside Quiboloy property

A member of Apollo Quiboloy's Kingdom of Jesus Christ (KOJC) threatened journalists with a huge chunk of rock outside one of the latter's properties ahead of a seven-day ultimatum set for the controversial religious leader's arrest......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsApr 6th, 2024

KOJC member threatens media with rock outside Quiboloy property

A member of Apollo Quiboloy's Kingdom of Jesus Christ (KOJC) threatened journalists with a huge chunk of rock outside one of the latter's properties ahead of a seven-day ultimatum set for the controversial religious leader's arrest......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsApr 6th, 2024

Addressing energy challenges in Cebu’s growing economy

A bustling hub in the Visayas, Cebu symbolizes the Philippines’ economic vitality. However, the province is confronting a significant challenge—an impending energy shortage that threatens its stability......»»

Category: financeSource:  philstarRelated NewsApr 1st, 2024

Rama threatens legal action against Gwen, CBRT opponents

CEBU CITY, Philippines – Anyone who attempts to obstruct the Cebu Bus Rapid Transit (CBRT) project in any manner will force City Mayor Michael Rama to file legal cases. Cebu City Mayor Michael Rama announced on Thursday, March 7, that he was not even hesitant to file a case against Cebu Provincial Governor Gwen Garcia.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsMar 7th, 2024

Tomas Osmeña threatens to sue Gwen over stoppage of CBRT works

CEBU CITY, Philippines — “We’ll see each other in court.” This was the statement of former Cebu City mayor Tomas Osmeña addressed to Cebu Governor Gwendolyn Garcia, in relation to Garcia’s call on stopping the ongoing  construction of the Cebu Bus Rapid Transit (CBRT) on province-owned lots along Osmeña Boulevard. “If the governor would insist.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsMar 6th, 2024

Converting ponds to salt farms threatens mangrove restoration, conservationists warn

As the government seeks to revitalize the country's struggling salt industry, conservationists warn that allowing abandoned, undeveloped, and underutilized (AUU) fishponds to be converted into salt farms risks exacerbating the degradation of mangroves......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsMar 5th, 2024

Tomas Osmeña threatens sue Gwen over stoppage of CBRT works

CEBU CITY, Philippines — “We’ll see each other in court.” This was the statement of former Cebu City mayor Tomas Osmeña addressed to Cebu Governor Gwendolyn Garcia, in relation to Garcia’s call on stopping the ongoing  construction of the Cebu Bus Rapid Transit (CBRT) on province-owned lots along Osmeña Boulevard. “If the governor would insist.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsMar 5th, 2024

US threatens Turkish businesses over Russia trade

American officials have reportedly visited Trkiye to persuade banks and companies to cut ties with the sanctioned country Turkish businesses are at risk of being banned from carrying out currency operations if they continue to trade with Russia, RIA Novosti reported on Wednesday, citing the news outlet Aydinlik. .....»»

Category: sportsSource:  abscbnRelated NewsMar 1st, 2024

Malacañang helps fast-track anti-doping requirements as PH faces int’l sports ban

The Philippines continues to race against time as the World Anti-Doping Agency threatens a blanket ban on all international events due to the country's non-compliance of its requirements.....»»

Category: newsSource:  rapplerRelated NewsFeb 21st, 2024

Strident

On second reading, the “manifesto” signed by all 24 senators against the ongoing people’s initiative for Charter change was unduly strident. Because of that, it threatens to put the chamber on collision course with the House of Representatives......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsJan 26th, 2024

Iraq condemns latest US strikes as ‘irresponsible escalation’

The Pentagon said the US had carried out strikes on three facilities linked to Iran-backed militias including Kataib Hezbollah after a weekend attack on an Iraqi air base that wounded US forces.....»»

Category: newsSource:  rapplerRelated NewsJan 24th, 2024