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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......»»
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.....»»
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.....»»
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......»»
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.....»»
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. .....»»
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.....»»
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......»»
Filipinos want military, diplomatic approaches for WPS — survey
The organization’s first quarter Tugon ng Masa survey found that 73% of 1,200 respondents want the Marcos government to increase naval patrols and troop presence in the WPS......»»
2 suspected rebels killed in clashes in Philippines
MANILA, May 2 (Xinhua) -- Government troops on Thursday killed two suspected rebels in two clashes in Iloilo province in the central Philippines on Thursday, a military report said. The report said the first clash occurred in Leon town at 7:30 a.m. local time when soldiers were conducting combat operations following a tip-off from the villagers about the presence of around 20 New People's Army (NPA) rebels in th.....»»
Charter change could mean more US troops in the PHL – Fil-Am activists
By JANESS ANN J. ELLAOBulatlat.com NEW YORK — Filipino-American activists here denounced ongoing attempts to change the Philippine Constitution as this may result in increased US military presence in the Philippines and worsen the geopolitical tension in the West Philippine Sea. In an interview with Bulatlat, Michelle Thiele of Gabriela-New York stressed that for US… The post Charter change could mean more US troops in the PHL – Fil-Am activists appeared first on Bulatlat......»»
India s powerplay: The tide is turning in the Indo-Pacific
New Delhi's new island chain naval base will have far-reaching consequences for its military presence in the regionThe Indian Navy on Wednesday commissioned its new base INS Jatayu at Minicoy Island of Lakshadweep to bolster its operational capabilities in the strategically impo.....»»
India s powerplay: The tide is turning in the Indo-Pacific
New Delhi's new island chain naval base will have far-reaching consequences for its military presence in the regionThe Indian Navy on Wednesday commissioned its new base INS Jatayu at Minicoy Island of Lakshadweep to bolster its operational capabilities in the strategically impo.....»»
Israeli swimmer booed by crowd in sour finish to World Championships
The presence of Israeli swimmers in the Doha World Championships has drawn criticism from some Qatari media outlets and pro-Palestine groups amid Israel's military campaign in Gaza.....»»
Xinhua Asia-Pacific news summary at 1600 GMT, Feb. 10
ISLAMABAD -- Pakistani security forces have killed a high-value terrorist during an intelligence-based operation in the country's southwest Balochistan province, the military said in a statement. The operation was conducted in the Qila Saifullah district of the province on the reported presence of terrorists in the area, the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), the Pakistani army's media wing, said in a state.....»»
Xinhua Asia-Pacific news summary at 1600 GMT, Feb. 10
ISLAMABAD -- Pakistani security forces have killed a high-value terrorist during an intelligence-based operation in the country's southwest Balochistan province, the military said in a statement. The operation was conducted in the Qila Saifullah district of the province on the reported presence of terrorists in the area, the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), the Pakistani army's media wing, said in a state.....»»
Support up for military patrols in West Philippine Sea – OCTA poll
More Filipinos support expanded naval patrols and troop presence in the West Philippine Sea to assert the country’s territorial rights in the area, a recent survey conducted by OCTA Research showed......»»
Israeli strike on Damascus kills 4 Iranian Revolutionary Guards
There is no immediate comment from Israel, which has long pursued a bombing campaign against Iran's military and security presence in Syria.....»»
2 suspected rebels killed in Philippine clash
MANILA, May 16 (Xinhua) -- Philippine troops killed two suspected rebels during a clash in the southern Philippines early on Thursday morning, the military said. In a report, the military said the troops were combing a village near Lebak town in Sultan Kudarat province when they clashed with around 10 New People's Army (NPA) rebels before 6 a.m. local time on Thursday. No government soldier was killed or.....»»
1st LD Writethru: 3 killed, 1 injured in Philippine clashes
MANILA, May 16 (Xinhua) -- Philippine troops killed two suspected rebels during a clash in the southern Philippines early on Thursday morning, the military said. In a report, the military said the troops were combing a village near Lebak town in Sultan Kudarat province in the southern Philippines when they clashed with around 10 New People's Army (NPA) rebels before 6 a.m. local time. The troops recovered.....»»