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‘Secret agreement’ with China ‘horrifies’ Marcos

President Marcos is seeking clarification from the Chinese government on the supposed gentleman’s agreement on the West Philippine Sea entered into by Manila and Beijing during the Duterte administration, even as he warned such a deal could have “compromised” the sovereignty and sovereign rights of the country......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsApr 10th, 2024

Territorial threats harming Filipinos unacceptable – Marcos

Threats to the country’s sovereign rights over the West Philippine Sea that endanger the lives of Filipinos are “unacceptable,” President Marcos said yesterday, as he ordered a review of the capabilities of the country’s military hardware and equipment......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsApr 9th, 2024

Teodoro to Filipinos: Let s not fall for Chinese propaganda

Defense Secretary Gilberto Teodoro Jr. reminded the public that they must “not lose sight” of the “main threat” on the sovereign rights of the Philippines in the West Philippine Sea amid purported rumors of the “gentleman’s agreement” with China. .....»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsApr 2nd, 2024

Pentagon chief reaffirms support after latest China aggression in WPS

Austin emphasized US support for the Philippines in defending its sovereign rights and jurisdiction in a phone call with Defense Secretary Gilberto Teodoro on Wednesday. .....»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsMar 28th, 2024

DOF: GFIs can seek extended relief after Maharlika infusion

Government financial institutions Land Bank of the Philippines and Development Bank of the Philippines will likely seek an extension of its regulatory relief following contributions to the country’s sovereign wealth fund......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsMar 26th, 2024

Marcos: PH avoiding conflict amid China’s rising threats

President Marcos said on Wednesday that the Philippines will strive to avoid provoking China while addressing its increasing threat in the South China Sea. However, Manila intends to assert its sovereign rights more assertively in the disputed waters. Marcos emphasized the importance of maintaining a delicate balance between defending maritime rights and preventing conflict in.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsMar 21st, 2024

EDITORIAL — Trigger for conflict

Owners of real estate have deeds or land titles to prove ownership. In the global neighborhood, there are international rules for setting national borders, delineating land and maritime territories or defining sovereign rights and economic entitlements......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsMar 6th, 2024

Recto pitches Maharlika fund to Australians

Finance Secretary Ralph Recto encouraged Australian businesses to invest in the country’s first sovereign wealth fund, noting that the Philippines has pro-business policies in place......»»

Category: financeSource:  philstarRelated NewsMar 5th, 2024

MIC wants to join global network of SWF

State-run Maharlika Investment Corp. (MIC) is applying to be a member of the global network of sovereign wealth funds (SWF) in a bid to boost transparency and good governance......»»

Category: financeSource:  philstarRelated NewsMar 2nd, 2024

53 Mindanaoan lawmakers reject Duterte’s calls for Mindanao secession 

Fifty-three House lawmakers from Mindanao signed a manifesto on Wednesday that expressed opposition to former President Rodrigo Duterte’s proposal to secede Mindanao, saying that the challenges that have beset the region can be solved through a “united and sovereign Philippines.".....»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsFeb 21st, 2024

We, the sovereign Filipino people

Approved by the 1986 Constitutional Commission, the 1987 Constitution of the Republic of the Philippines was presented to former president Corazon C. Aquino and ratified on Feb. 2, 1987 by a plebiscite and proclaimed on Feb. 11, 1987......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsFeb 2nd, 2024

CCG stops Philippine fishermen from trespassing on Huangyan Island

The China Coast Guard (CCG) recently stopped a group of Philippine fishermen from trespassing on Huangyan Island in the South China Sea, a source confirmed with CGTN on Friday. Footage and two photos given by the source over the weekend show the group of fishermen standing on the reefs of the island and illegally collecting seashells, a move not only violating China's sovereign rights but damaging the ecological.....»»

Category: sportsSource:  abscbnRelated NewsFeb 1st, 2024

6 taon na termino ng barangay official pinush

Imbes na tatlong taon lamang, ipinanukala ni Senadora Imee Marcos na gawing anim na taon ang termino ng mga barangay official. The post 6 taon na termino ng barangay official pinush first appeared on Abante......»»

Category: newsSource:  abanteRelated NewsApr 11th, 2024

Village official found dead after ‘visit’ by soldiers – rights group

“Eddie's daughter believed it was suicide, triggered by the non-stop threats against his father. Eddie often tells his family why the soldiers are harassing him despite being a barangay official and he knows nothing about the allegations and what the soldiers are looking for in the area." The post Village official found dead after ‘visit’ by soldiers – rights group appeared first on Bulatlat......»»

Category: newsSource:  bulatlatRelated NewsFeb 29th, 2024

DA contests CA ruling on golden rice, Bt eggplant

The Department of Agriculture has sought the reconsideration of the Court of Appeals decision against the commercial propagation of Bt eggplant and golden rice, an official said......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsMay 15th, 2024

Old school calendar returning next year

The Department of Education will commit to President Marcos’ decision to revert to the old school calendar by next year, according to an agency official......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsMay 6th, 2024

‘Dumaguete Doctrine’

The gentle yet patriotic people of Dumaguete City have spoken, the palace gods and local overlords be damned......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsMay 10th, 2024

Labor

I was in Malacañang, the presidential palace, yesterday, May 1, to witness three major milestones:.....»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsMay 1st, 2024

DOJ: Law enforcement, gov t execs assisting ICC probe to be held ‘accountable’

In a palace briefing on Thursday, DOJ spokesman Asec. Mico Calavano said that public officials and employees who will “cooperate” with the ICC probe may face administrative charges for breaching Republic Act No. 6713, also known as the Code of Conduct and Ethical Standards for Public Officials and Employees......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsApr 25th, 2024

Palace declares Eid’l Fitr on April 10 Holiday

CEBU CITY, Philippines – Another long weekend is up on the horizon. This after the Malacañan issued Proclamation 514 declaring April 10, Wednesday as a regular holiday in observance of Eid’l Fitr or Feast of Ramadhan. READ MORE: LIST: Philippine holidays in 2024   Before the Feast of Ramadhan, Filipinos will also be observing another regular.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsApr 4th, 2024